Hi all, hoping for some helpful advice
My partner (we don't live together) was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, had a mastectomy, just had the last session of chemo 3 weeks ago. I supported all the way through as best I could, was there whenever needed, but have heard nothing for a week now.
Last message was "I've just got a lot on. Sorry xxx" I responded saying I understood and am here when needed. I reached out yesterday by message just to let her know I was thinking about her but didn't expect a reply and would wait to hear from her. She lives with her 2 young adult children,, so I know they will be supporting.
Its maybe selfish of me but I'm just feeling lost and hopeless, useless and worried. I'm just struggling with it. I know I shouldn't be as I'm not going through anything like she is, but I just can't help it. I've no support for me and don't know what to do.
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