Do not try to talk when one of you is busy or tired.

What not to say to someone with terminal cancer. Let them talk when they are ready. I care for you and Im here for you. Someone you love or just know casually is going to be diagnosed with cancer.

With that said there are a few sentiments you might want to stay away from. If you need someone to manage the information the way youd like it managed tell me what youd like people to know and have them call me This isnt your fault Im praying for you My book Things Not To Say To Someone Who Has Cancer is available here. But unspecific offers of help can often seem meaningless.

LYNDSEY Clark doesnt have much time left and shes tired. Additionally if you want to send a message with religious tones make sure it matches the recipients beliefs too. Everything is going to be fine The truth is you dont know that everything is going to be fine and this comment can sound dismissive says Kelly.

It seems reasonable to me to be feeling sad. If appropriate refer them to Cancer Councils 13 11 20 information and support services. You want the ill person to get better and you have an idea that might help.

Do not feel you have to talk about the cancer. For example a get well soon card isnt appropriate for someone with terminal cancer. 7 Things Not to Say to Someone With Terminal Cancer I am a 32-year-old wife and mother who was diagnosed with stage 4 adrenal cancer in 2015.

Dont say things like let me know if you need anything advises Lyons. Cook some food clean the house send cards keep in touch often. Do not feel you need to have answers.