What do I say to a friend when I find out they have cancer?
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Gauge how they're doing before you say anything:
- If they appear strong. compliment them and tell them how much you admire their strength. Draw from it so you can continue to encourage this strength, and build the confidence they need to fight.
- If they appear weak and emotional, ask them what you can do to help them. Be the strong person they need in their life, their rock, by allowing them to vent their concerns, listen to them intently, and be there as much as you possibly can.
- If they seem dismissive, don't push the topic until their ready to talk. Let them know you're there when their ready, and that you will not push them.
I hope this helps
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What I would say: "I'm sorry to hear that. How can I help you?"
I'd would then ask a few questions (if they are up to that) especially what kind of cancer and what do they intend to do about it (chemo, surgery, etc.)
I'd then HIGHLY recommend the book "Getting Well Again" by Simonton. One of the best books I've come across in researched healing using visualization.
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Some will try to appear strong while others will look up for moral support or some other sort of help, but in the end they all need you there.
It also depends a lot on the stage the cancer is, i have not experienced this case luckily and to be honest i am not sure how i would react.
I have used phrases like "you know it's not just fought with medications, you need to keep your will to leave up and i'll be there to push you"
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M$You should tell them that you will help them get through this. Don't tell them how sorry you feel and how unlucky they are. That will just make them feel even worse. Just be nice and supportive for them.
Best of luc
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