For the past few years I have tried to support a friend who is caring for someone with cancer. I lost my Dad almost 8 years ago and my Mum has also been through cancer, so I have first hand experience of this journey unfortunately. I am really trying to be a good friend and say the right things but I have acknowledged in myself that this role is also difficult and am conscious that I need to take my own feelings into consideration. Due to covid, my role to my friend is generally on the phone. I am scared to say the wrong thing, especially at the stage my friend is at right now.
Advice and / or words of wisdom would be very welcome. Saying I am here and time for a chat or a message seems insignificant really but perhaps that’s all I can offer?
Hey Orange Lily
Thanks for posting, it is not always easy to offer the right type of advice, certainly, doing so remotely can make it even harder.
This may offer you some tips and I hope you find the right words, without having to try too hard.
Lowe'
