Struggling a little. Diagnosed 23Feb 21 Prostate cancer. Surgery 23 Jun 21. All good but I am struggling mentally. I am exhausted by trying to be positive for all around me. Any thoughts on how I move on. My wife has been brilliant
Hi Martinlaaa and welcome to the Online Community. I am so sorry to read about your mental struggles and having to remain positive for those around you but I do hope you will find the support available in the community helpful at this difficult and challenging time.
Talking with others who are walking the exact same type of cancer treatment path will help you navigate this unwanted journey.
The New to Community is like the Community Reception area and as there are many cancer types and experiences so likewise the Community has many dedicated support groups to connect into so can I recommend you start by joining our supportive Prostate cancer and Life after cancer groups as these will be good places for you to connect with other folks who may be on the same cancer pathway.
Navigating the community will depend on the device you are using. To join a group just click on the green link above then scroll down and choose 'click to join' or 'join' on the page that opens.
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a post by clicking on ‘New Thread’ or ‘New here, say hello’ then hit the box with the X on the top right (phones).
You could just copy and paste the text from this your first post and you can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk so do call the Macmillan Support Services on 0808 808 00 00 - most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week Clicking here to see what is available. This service provides lots of cancer information, emotional support, benefit and financial guidance or just a listening ear.
All the very best.
