CANCER. Last month I was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer. I have been trying to approach as an antagonistic ally as you talk about in your cancer video. One lesson is it is forcing me to learn how to need others and rely upon them for support. Yet, I don't trust others who didn't show up in my life before my diagnosis but now are available to support the "Cancer Guy". It also annoys me when they want me to take on some "Fighter", "Hero" or "Trooper" identity to make them feel better about their own fear of death. How can I receive support from others on the terms they are able to provide it while remaining true to myself?
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