Struggling

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My wife had a colonoscopy a few days ago, they said they found a blockage that they said is cancer,  they seemed pretty sure, obviously its now tests etc etc

I am struggling to manage my emotions, out of nowhere I'll start crying, and I'm finding I want to be with my wife all the time, but at the same time that's what makes me emotional, I know seeing me upset upsets her but sometimes I can't control it. 

It just feels there's so much dread in our future, telling the kids, getting the results, dealing with treatment 

I just wish it was me, it kills me not to be able to protect her

How do you cope?

  • Hi  

    Sorry to hear about your wife, your reaction however is just totally normal - we all recognize what you are going through and indeed if things were reversed I am sure your wife would probably be very similar to you.

    Since you talk of kids it can be helpful to look at talking to children and teenagers - it is not easy but often better to include them early.

    <<hugs>>

    Steve

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