How do you live with terminal illness?
How do you live with terminal illness?
Message to others with a terminal illness
- When you get the diagnosis of serious illness go home and have stiff drink.
- Find information about your illness.
- Keep a detailed record of what is happening to you.
- Allow yourself a little bit of hope, whatever the prognosis, and don’t give up.
- Try complementary therapies.
What do you say to terminally ill?
Do say – “It’s good to see you.” Let them know you have been thinking of them. At a loss for words – It’s OK to say, “Mary, I don’t know what to say or do, but I’m here and I care about you.” Listen – If the person talks about being anxious, listen quietly. Don’t try to change the subject or silence the person.
What to say to someone with a terminal illness?
On what to say to someone who has terminal cancer or any other terrible illness. Just tell me what you need. Do tell the person you are thinking of them, praying for them, keeping them in your thoughts, etc. Equally, sending love, hugs, strength, courage etc. is excellent. I have enormously appreciated such messages.
How to talk to someone with a terminal illness?
Stay Supportive. Remind her that you are always willing to talk, but respect her feelings and her schedule. And remember that even a terminally ill person isn’t depressed all the time. In your letter, you can reminisce about special times you shared or repeat a private joke only the two of you get. Laughter has a healing power all its own.
How can you get a terminal illness?
A terminal illness is a disease that cannot be cured or treated (for an improved prognosis) and is thus likely to cause death within no more than a few years. A person diagnosed with a terminal illness is often likely to experience a wide range of emotions, such as grief, regret, or sadness, among others.
How to cope with terminal illness?
Have “the conversation”. Talk with your loved one about what they want at the end of life and how you can help them.