Here are a few examples of what Im talking about all are real-life examples from yours truly.

What should you say to a cancer patient. Dont ignore the holiday season. You brought this on yourself. Stay Strong Messages for a Cancer Patient Every day I pray that God gives you more strength than he did yesterday.

When visiting a friend or family member who is sick its good to leave platitudes at the door. Dont know what to say. Dont ask what you can do to help or say Let me know if you need anything Many people will never ask.

What to Say to a Cancer Patient. While you may truly believe that everything happens for a reason but telling that to a cancer patient lacks compassion to say the least. Cat L Breast Cancer Survivor.

You can just say Dang thats really hard Connect with yourself and how you feel when youre at your worst and understand that thats how the patient is feeling. Im thinking of you. Instead say Im really sorry or I hope it will be okay And dont refer to his or her cancer as the good cancer.

Then write a sincere thank-you to your recipient for making your life a better one. The best advice in this situation is to say how you feel. I am here for you Then follow through and really be there.

The patient will let you know if they want to share she says. One of the most meaningful things you can say to someone at the end of their life is Thank you As youre writing the letter reflect back on your relationship with this person. An open-ended offer seems well-meaning but for an overwhelmed cancer.