Ive been reminded of this more and more as we approach October and everyone everywhere turns toward breast cancer.

What do you say to someone who found out they have breast cancer. 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. Keep reading to find out more. A personal introduction sometimes is more welcome than launching into an unknown support group.

Although all of the above are true saying Dont worry to a woman just diagnosed with breast cancer is like telling someone whose home has just been flattened in a. There really is no perfect thing to say except maybe I love you Im here for you and Im bringing you chocolate right now. You can just say I have friend who went through cancer a few years ago if you like I can put you in touch You can also offer sympathetic statements of support like I cant imagine how hard this is on you or if you need me I am here for you.

Dont know what to say. To help them see the bigger picture as they go through the everydayevery-moment struggle that is. If you know someone else who has had a similar cancer ask the person if he or she would like you to put them in touch.

The fact is that anyone whos been given the diagnosis of cancer is living in her or his own unique universe. But that only makes them feel worse. Some people want to know every last.

Ill ride the waves with you until the storm calms. Using this article below we can help you by giving you some ideas. Send an encouraging message to congratulate your family member on his accomplishments.

They may just be letting you know. Remind them of a time in their life when they showed great courage. The truth is they may not.