You've completed your initial treatment. Congratulations. You can now focus on getting on with your life and staying as healthy as possible. With your future ahead of you, it's an exciting time no doubt — but for some women, an unexpectedly hard time as well. Many women feel lost, confused, and longing for the attention they used to receive. Some women also feel abandoned by their doctors even though they no longer need to see them as often.
As you navigate your way through this period of limbo, you're bound to go through countless emotions. We hope to help guide you through this stage of the journey by answering some of your questions and providing support. A few things to keep in mind as you continue to make sense of everything you've been through and move forward towards living a fulfilling life:
Redefine what is normal — Trying to jump back into your old life isn't practical. Cancer changes you. You have to find your own way of building a new sense of "normal." That being said, don't let cancer define you — you can't go back and undo it but you are much more than your breast cancer.
Take it one day at a time — Don't try to do too much too soon. Be patient with yourself. And remember that every day counts in a way it never did before.
Plan for the future — You have every right to look forward to the future. Make the most of it.
Stay connected — Whether it's friends, family or a support group, love, friendship, compassion and understanding can be extremely therapeutic.
