Helpful tips when supporting a friend.

What to say to someone who's been diagnosed with terminal cancer. It is also fine to express hope that a person is not suffering too much hope that they are comfortable getting the care they need and are well-surrounded by loved ones. Try to avoid humour or jokes if they are talking about feeling sad or worried. Here are a few more conversation starters.

Sometimes it can help but it may make things difficult. The best advice in this situation is to say how you feel. Learning how to listen involves concentrating on both verbal and non-verbal cues without judgement and interrupting she said.

Dont know what to say. Its better to offer someone the opportunity to discuss things with you without pushing them to say more if they dont want to. Do you care about them.

I was just starting to tell people about the diagnosis. It had been less than a month. Before visiting giving advice and asking questions ask if it is welcome.

As I stood there vulnerable and scared this friend told me about the death of her mom from breast cancer and asked if I was going to have chemotherapy. Try to stay away from other peoples cancer stories Brian recommends be respectful that everyones experience is personal Similarly avoid offering advice or opinions about your readers treatment choices prognosis or situation. Start by asking open questions like How.

A young woman who was diagnosed with cancer was dismayed by the lack of greeting cards that expressed how she truly felt - but now shes on. This woman had not only been kind to me in the past but had been exceptionally kind to my children. Showing empathy is helpful.