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Looking at cancer positively is not just "having a stiff upper lip", its realistic. I'm glad you look at it with hope. There a lot of survivors that are cancer-free, & they rarely come here. There are a lot that have had bad experiences & come here to report or look for better treatment, but there are still alive & managing their condition. Then there are those that have very livable lives with no pain & minimal impact on their lives.
Most of us, before we knew we had cancer, acknowledged that we weren't going to live for the next 40 years, but when we find out we have cancer, it comes as a shock. My surgeon told me I could expect 5 to 10 years, even though both my parents lived to be over 100 & in full possession of their faculties. Well, it's been over 5 years, & I don't see the end as being anytime soon.
I believe in not being scared. People told me not to buy a house with stairs because I might fall. I bought a house with stairs anyway, & am careful. I think research supports the idea that positive people live longer.
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@readandlearn I'm super early on my journey-surgery is just one week away. I've prepped as much as I possible can. It's been a good distraction.
Such a good point that people who recover mostly move on and don't hop back on the forums. But, I'm thankful for all the folks who do stick around and offer all their learned knowledge and wisdom. It's been a huge help.
When I was first diagnosed, after that first wave of shock, one of the first things I did was make a decision that PC was not going to define who I was. I then outlined the three things I thought defined me best: 1. Family/Friends as a focus. My dad was a workaholic, so I made it a goal to be present for my kids growing up. 2. Creative being: I like to write music and actually make my living as a photographer. New life goal is to get back to my music more. 3. Finally, a non-conformist conformist. Meaning, I work within the system, but I've always tried to push boundaries.
I haven't listed PC survivor yet, but we'll see in the next months/years. Either way, working on staying positive. Thanks for your message!