Hey @nadi , questions about your mortality are a bit rude. That, 'What's your prognosis" question is the one that will always bring my horns out. What are people thinking when they ask that? Anyone who is close to you will know you well enough to understand you will share information about your likelihood of survival without being prompted when it suits you, it is appropriate and the other person needs to know. Anyone who is not part of that inner circle has no business asking, and is certainly out of line if they persist with the line of questioning after you have tried to deflect them.
I'm naturally combative, which I understand you are not. In the past when that situation arises I have turned it around and asked, 'When are you expecting to die?' I've also gone one step further and replied 'Better than yours if you don't learn some manners.' People often mean well, but don't consider how their comments feel for those on the sharp edge of their curiosity.
I'm sorry you were distressed about that particular conversation. I am always conscious that anyone, anywhere in the world, can see the discussions in the public forum. To see such conflicting, and occasionally unpleasant, messages was difficult however censorship is a very dangerous road for any organisation to go down. We are warned when we start to participate,via the Community Guidelines, that we may see things that upset us, or that we don't agree with. The best advice is to not involve yourself and scroll on. If you do inadvertently find yourself in the midst of a thread that turns toxic, turn off the notifications for that item and let nature take it's course. Thankfully it doesn't happen that often.
On a personal level, I'm so pleased you are getting back on your feet and your life is moving on. You are right, the shadow is always there, but hopefully you won't see it too often if you keep your face turned towards the light. Mxx
