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Sharing Your Troubles
It really does help sometimes
I’ve been having a rough time lately.
My medical bills have been overwhelming and I got a negative report from my oncologist. My liver cancer has grown. The type of treatment I want — my insurance won’t cover.
My oncologist gave me other options but — they have really bad side effects. At least my doctor was honest with me.
Then there are the financial issues.
In addition to the medical bills, there are other bills that are getting out of control. I’m experiencing the effects of inflation just like everyone else. But on top of that, I’ve had additional expenses that have eaten into my emergency fund.
I am trying to stay calm through this.
Giving into anxiety or depression will just make it harder for my body to fight the cancer.
Instead of doing these things… I am trying to stay optimistic.
I pray. I meditate. I go for walks and focus on nature.
These things help.
So does talking to trusted friends. I can unload on them and receive sympathy and understanding.
While friends don’t necessarily offer help, they make it easier for me to help myself. They let me process my emotions by…
