Instead say Im really sorry or I hope it will be okay And dont refer to his or her cancer as the good cancer.

What do you say to a cancer survivor. Everyone wants to say the right thing to a cancer survivor but sometimes not saying anything would have been better. Some were well-intentioned while others seemed like heat-seeking missiles. When that would happen I would go to a very dark place.

Know your limitations and accept help from others and share your gifts with those in need. 19 Everyone knows what cancer can do but few people like you can show the world what cancer cant. A few suggestions on what to say.

It is always okay to ask questions. Your courage gives me strength. Like any number of other stressful life-altering events we may all feel like venting about from time to fime.

Its a privilege to know you. Try not to say Dont worry youll be fine You dont know that. The Sun Is My Vice I fell in love with the sun-assisted caramel color that my Afro Puerto Rican roots blessed me with every summer says melanoma survivor Robin.

Remember Who They Are Follow Their Lead. Dont know what to say. 17 Now that you have survived cancer thank the disease for helping you discovering the fighter within you.

Be grateful for what God has provided and choose faith over fear. Are you sorry that they are going through this. Here are a few more conversation starters.