I can understand how guilt might arise, just remember your feelings are every bit as important as the next person's. Your world has changed and being able to express all the emotions that come with that aids in healing. Your voice is important. You might be surprised if you open up - those further in their journey may view the opportunity to help you as a gift.

Odette, I was diagnosed at an early stage as well. I hope to be cancer free (again) in November for the third year but the feelings of anxiety, depression and yes, a feeling that 'you have no right to complain or worry' come up for me, especially before a check up. BUT, I have learned a lot from other survivors and those going through treatment on this site and I hope I've been able to support other people newly diagnosed or early stage survivors as well. Every voice is important and every share will help all of us to be stronger, better informed and hopefully happier as we navigate this journey none of us wanted to undertake. Never underestimate what you have to share or how sharing may help you. It has helped me so much to know there are others who feel as I do about this and the other things that come up here. I am also inspired my the great courage women have when faced with cancer. Please share.......we're all in this boat together.