How has cancer changed your life?
Cancer has a way of drawing a line through our lives—a "before" and an "after." While the physical journey is often the focus, the internal shifts in how we see the world, ourselves, and our time are often the most profound changes of all.
- How has your perspective on life changed? Are there things that used to feel like a big deal that now seem insignificant, or vice versa?
- How do you see yourself differently today than you did before your diagnosis? Do you feel like a "different person," and if so, what parts of your new self are you still getting to know?
- How has your relationship with time changed? Whether it’s a new sense of urgency to chase dreams or a newfound ability to slow down and find joy in small moments, how are you spending your days differently?
- Sometimes the biggest impact is in the smallest details—hobbies you’ve picked up, a new career path, or even just a change in your daily routine. What is one "small" change that has had a surprisingly big impact on your life?
You know I was told how lucky I was to catch this very aggressive prostate cancer before it spread. Had the surgery to remove it and lymph nodes and now incontinence issues and no feeling in my penis and it's been a year. I don't feel lucky and a part of me wished I never would have had the surgery. I am not the same man I used to be.
It must have been frustrating to hear that you are "lucky." No cancer is lucky, and it sounds like the treatment has brought its own set of issues. Do you have a supportive family to help you through these huge changes in your life? I found an article on our sister site, ProstrateCancer.net, that might assure you that you are not alone. Warmly, Kathy (Team member)
Not really at all except I have no breasts and a lot of pain.
I still have to do everything at home .I am thankful I am retired.
Work won't care if I had cancer either,just do the job.
I'm in pain,lonely and wish I never had the surgery..I am so sorry that you are in pain. But I'm glad you have found our supportive community. Is there some information that we can help you find? Also, have you discovered our community for those living with breast cancer? You may find some support there in addition to this site. Warmly, Kathy (Team member)
