What is a good quote for cancer?
“Cancer is a part of our life, but it’s not our whole life.” “There’s almost always something to smile about.” “You can do anything you set your mind to.” “When cancer happens, you don’t put life on hold.
How do you inspire cancer patients?
Helpful tips when supporting a friend
- Ask permission. Before visiting, giving advice, and asking questions, ask if it is welcome.
- Make plans. Do not be afraid to make plans for the future.
- Be flexible.
- Laugh together.
- Allow for sadness.
- Check in.
- Offer to help.
- Follow through.
What do you say to a cancer patient who is encouraged?
Here are some ideas:
- “I’m not sure what to say, but I want you to know I care”.
- “I’m sorry to hear that you are going through this”.
- “How are you doing?”
- “If you would like to talk about it, I’m here”.
- “Please let me know how I can help”.
- “I’ll keep you in my thoughts”.
How can I help someone with battling cancer?
Support your friend’s feelings. Allow them to be negative, withdrawn, or silent. Resist the urge to change the subject. Don’t urge your friend to fight the disease if they feel it’s too hard to do it.
What to say to encourage?
Simple Thinking-of-You Encouragement
- “You’re never far from my thoughts.”
- “Know how often I think of you?
- “You’re on my mind and in my heart.”
- “Keeping you close in my thoughts.”
- “Lifting you up in prayer and hoping you have a better day today.”
- “I can’t wait to catch up with you soon.”
What to say to someone who finished chemo?
Don’t be afraid to give a hug, foot massage or a manicure, if that’s natural and part of your friendship. Many people often say “congratulations” after the person finished chemotherapy, but it may not always be a good thing. Instead of saying “let’s celebrate,” ask, “how do you feel now that chemo is over?”
What do you do when someone you love has cancer?
Here are some tips for being as supportive as possible when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer:
- Listen.
- Give advice only when you are asked.
- Educate yourself about cancer.
- Support your loved one’s treatment decisions.
- Remember the caregiver.
- Stay connected.
- Keep things normal.
How do you give an emotional support to a cancer patient?
Tips for Giving Emotional Support to Cancer Patients
- Listen With Your Heart, Not Your Ears.
- Don’t Show Any Denial You May Be Feeling.
- Limit How Often You Say It’s Going to Be Alright.
- Normalcy Is Very Important.