Positive Vibes

chrissilini

Hello all. Not sure if this is the right place to post this. Anyhoo, I'm recently dx with DCIS and IDC, scheduled for bmx with TE on Dec 8th. I've been doing well with this rollercoaster (and I hate rollercoasters by the way.) Like many of you I'm sure, since my dx I've been trying to stay positive and strong, although not always easy. I know that my attitude is a factor in a great recovery so I'm trying not to throw too many pity parties for myself. One thing I think has happened for me is a new perspective on pretty much everything. I'm looking at things differently and trying to live peacefully and looking for the positives anywhere I can. Not always easy in this day and age. Do you know what I'm saying? have you felt this way too?

I guess one of my problems with this is all the negativity around. I encounter people at work that are just so negative about everything. Even at times my sig other is negative about things and it's not my dx or anything like that. He has been extremely supportive. It's more the day to day things. I know I can't expect people to change how they look at the world. Heck, before this I had many of my own neg moments. I just wish there were more joy and happiness in the world. That people, especially those around me, would be more appreciative of what they have and I don't just mean physical possessions. Does this make any sense?

For now, knowing that I can't change the world instantly, I guess I need to try and impart some of my optimism on those close to me.

Merilee

Hi Chris

You are so right. The situation gives the gift of new eyes in the midst of the shock. Keep smiling, and enjoying each moment as the gift it truly is. I take nothing for granted these days. Each morning I light a candle and say thank you for another day. Not everyone gets one.

Elizabeth1889

Merilee, You are wonderful--such a positive force for everyone.  Cancer is awful, but does bring some gifts.  One of them is the renewed ability to appreciate each and every day.

Merilee

Thanks Elizabeth, I try. Some days it gets the best of me but I work hard at having a positive attitude and focusing forward.

Merilee

Thanks, BIrdlady, that is very nice of you to say that.