Dont know what to say.

What can you say to someone with cancer. Instead try detailing the highs and lows. I am going to be here for you just like youve always supported me. It is natural to feel awkward sad nervous and even speechless during this intimate time.

Do you care about them. Take time to acknowledge and cope with your own emotions about the diagnosis before you see him or her. Youre so brave or Youre so strong You might think this is an encouraging thing to say to a friend with cancer and maybe in some cases it is.

Many men in this situation have admitted that they didnt know what to say. Process your own feelings beforehand. Are you thinking about them.

If you know somebody who has been through cancer you can mention this and offer to introduce them but dont push it. What to say and not say when someone tells you they have cancer Supporting someone with cancer begins with active listening says Cancer Councils head of cancer information and support services Meg Chiswell. Learning that a friend has cancer can be difficult news to hear.

And its best to acknowledge this up-front rather. Learning how to listen involves concentrating on both verbal and non-verbal cues without judgement and interrupting she said. Professional advice suggests you should.

Its best not to frame your own holiday preparations boastfully. The best advice in this situation is to say how you feel. Are you sorry that they are going through this.