Am I under constant stress due to my cancer treatment?
I’d say no
It’s been seven months since the diagnosis
The first few weeks very stressful
The sense of disbelief
Getting used to the idea or accepting it
All the what-ifs that go through your mind
And then accepting what’s to come
Initially, I thought I’d only need surgery and radiation
But then came the news of chemo
That was a tough pill to swallow
But we have no choice but to accept
The surprises life brings us
Acceptance brings us a certain level of peace
The first three months of chemo were tough
Especially because my mood was affected
Now, I’m back to my normal life
And so happy to be writing again
So, I’m not stressed right now
Just going through the various stages of treatment
Knowing that the prognosis is good
Feeling the love and support of my family and friends
And making the best of the situation that I’m in
January 31st, 2023
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