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Ashamed to say it but feel envious of others who don't have cancer and are able to enjoy life fully

Hopecalm
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My prognosis is very positive but treatment is still long-winded,  challenging and feels like it will last forever.

I look at it by saying to myself that when it's all over taking up again the things I used to enjoy will be extra special.  Also I realise that one in  two will get cancer in their lifetime so none of us is out of the woods 

Any other thoughts?

Hopecalm

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    Hello Hopecalm.  Sorry to hear what you are going through.  You say that your prognosis is very positive, which is great news.  I am not really sure if I am the right person to reassure you, because although I have terminal cancer, I have never felt envious of folks who DON'T have this monstrous illness.  I certainly miss that I can no longer do the things I used to do, such as going for a walk in the park, or gardening with my partner, or  simply going out for a meal with family and friends.  I also realise that all of the things that I wished to do will now never happen.  The best thing to do is to focus on your treatment, and  to look forward to the day when you are able to enjoy your life again.  Take care and I wish you all the best.    

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