Guest guest Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 I was reading some cancer survivor stories and copied this from one of the testimonies: " Joe Ferrara offers this advice to those faced with cancer: 1) Join a support group, because cancer is a better journey shared; 2) Realize that a cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence; and 3) Be your own best advocate: ask questions and get information. " This is good advice we can all follow and basically most of the survivor stories are the same. I think " get information " should be at the top of the list, the rest will follow. In Lance Armstrong's own words, " In the battle with cancer, unity is strength, knowledge is power and attitude is everything. " In reading all the testimonials, I have read over and over again that patients received their support from their families and their support groups and many said they were blessed because they had made so many new friends. Honestly, I don't have anyone I can really relate to unless they are CML patients. From the family and friends, you can expect love and support, but not complete understanding of where you are coming from. I invite dialog from any of you who would like to discuss their own emotional or spiritual experience as a result of being diagnosed with CML. How were you comforted the most and by whom? From a personal standpoint, I looked to my family, but after that initial response from them, I knew I needed more and that was knowledge. Who can feel your pain unless they have walked in your shoes? I think this is a good topic for a lively discussion. We have newcomers who are open and would benefit from your testimonies, so let's hear them. Blessings and thanks for your support, Lottie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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