Trying to stay positive

So far I've been doing ok, my blood results have been good. The past few days I've felt quite unwell and not been up to much. I really find it hard coping with the depression and overwhelming fear. Also I feel such a lack of hope a lot of the time, as there's no cure yet for this type of cancer. I do try to live in hope. I do have a great partner who really helps so much. And a recently rescued dog who stays by my side constantly. Today seems such a bleak day I just wanted to talk to other people who feel the same.

Heather 

  • you need to be positive and think about yourself - and be kind with yourself and others close to you. it is hard for everyone. i feel unwell and know there is stuff going on, but each day is a new day - enjoy each day
  • Hi Heather,

    I'm sure many of us can empathise with how you feel. Like you, I have an incurable cancer but I'm having a good day today - we all seem to have good and bad days. Things always seem more depressing when we're feeling unwell. 

    Are you receiving treatment for your depression and anxiety? In other countries this is offered routinely to anyone with cancer and probably should be here too.

    Best wishes

    Dave

  • Hi Dave, Thank you so much for your kind reply. The only treatment I'm taking at the moment for depression is a herbal one. Yes, it would be much better if it was offered routinely as in other countries. I hope you continue to have more good days. I think as I'm feeling particularly unwell today the fear and the depression becomes so much worse. Hopefully tomorrow will be a lot brighter and more positive. Thank you again. I send you positive thoughts and good wishes.