Dealing with Diagnosis

Hi @Rosalyn

So sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis.

I'm going through a shakeup in my life too, that has me questioning everything; past, present and future. It's the sort of time when you are desperately grappling for answers and direction, when there are none.

I feel like using supports as needed and understanding that time will help smooth things out and provide some kind of a path, is the only broad answer we can take during these turbulent times.

Stay in contact with us on the forums and be kind to yourself.

Hi @Rosalyn

Boom! That's a huge life event happening, and you're only 18! Gotta say, that is pretty heavy stuff. Existential stuff. It's not quite what you were hoping for in terms of the future, no doubt!

It must be scary. It's also a hall-pass for living your best life. No mucking around. But it's heavy stuff. No easy answers. Losing control of our life, (or the control we think we have) is very scary. Having to come up with a plan B, or C, is frustrating. It's where we can shine though, after a lot of existential yelling at the universe. Having a serious medical condition thrown in the mix is a lot to manage.

Grief is a huge factor. Going through all the stages of loss, ie anger, ambivalence, sadness, etc. and processing it can take some time. Hope you have some supports in place to get through this time of adjustment? Have you spoken to anyone about grief or chronic illness counselling? Do you have family/friends support?

Hope to hear from you again, keep reaching out 💜