"I am not the same person I was six months ago. My life does not look or feel the same. My body and mind are permanently altered. I tell you this only to say I am giving my informed opinion as someone who has very recently gone through the shock of a diagnosis and all that entails. But it really is just my opinion. Everyone is different. Some people are more gracious than me."
"Most people in my life have met me with incredible love and compassion and have shown up for me in big and little ways throughout the process. But I also recognize that most people don't know what to say in awkward situations, and a life-threatening disease is definitely awkward. So, here are a few things you can leave out of your mouth when talking to your newly diagnosed friend."
A breast cancer diagnosis brings immediate shock and lasting physical and emotional change. Medical treatment decisions depend on cancer type, size, family history, age, and other individual factors and involve a multidisciplinary medical team. Many friends and family respond with love and practical help, but others struggle to find appropriate words and unintentionally say hurtful things. Common unhelpful reactions include questioning cause, minimizing feelings, offering clichés, comparing experiences, and giving unsolicited advice. Better support focuses on listening, offering concrete assistance, acknowledging uncertainty, and respecting each person's unique coping process.
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