Telling my family was probably the hardest conversation I’ve ever had with them. I have two daughters. My grandmother and mother both died of breast cancer. My biggest fear is the fact that they too may someday have to deal with this legacy. This video is a wonderful help to those dealing with the burden of telling their families. Thank you. Always such good advice.
On the positive side your diagnosis may not have come as a big shock for them.Treatments has advanced so much and new drugs coming to market every day. my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and no one in my family had any form of cancer so it was a huge shock .
Thank you for sharing such a personal and difficult part of your journey. Telling your family, especially with a family history, must have been incredibly emotional. We can understand how much you want to protect your daughters from this, and that worry can feel so heavy. Your openness with them, though, is a powerful gift-it shows them the strength and resilience in facing tough moments head-on. We're glad this video could provide a bit of support as you navigate these conversations.
Thanks so much, very helpful video… some videos maybe need to be dedicated to family and friends how they can be supportive and know their boundaries… how intrusive sometimes really hurt… how people want their advice to be followed or they feel offended and blaming… cancer is too much to handle and people pressure is another level… thanks again for the very helpful video
Thank you for watching, and you bring up such an important point. Supporting someone with cancer can be complicated, and it’s essential for friends and family to know when to step back. We have videos on navigating friendships and setting boundaries that may be helpful for this exact reason. Here's a link to our video about boundary setting: ua-cam.com/video/jwrgx7J1E58/v-deo.html.
@@amiraabdou673 I hear you! My sister suddenly decided that she is my guardian that needs to control my every breath, was sending my diagnosis all over the planet to her friends who had BC for their "expert opinion" and was telling every single soul she met that I had cancer, even though I explicitly asked her many times not to do it. She tried to control and manipulate me as "help" so much I stopped talking to her.
I've had terrible experience with telling my family. My mom couldn't take the news and died of a stroke 3 days after my diagnosis. As a result, my sister's mental health has deteriorated so much that she started to drink even more and take anti-anxiety medication and xanax, and died of liver cirrhosis 2,5 months ago. I don't know now how I feel about telling my family. It's like if you don't tell them it's bad, but if you do tell them it's even worse. Not everyone can take the news in a calm and pragmatic way, some people just can't take the news and their world falls apart because of this, with horrible consequences.
We're so sorry you've gone through such an incredibly painful journey with your family. It’s heartbreaking to experience these kinds of responses, especially when you were looking for support. You're right-sharing a diagnosis can be overwhelming for loved ones, and everyone copes differently, sometimes in ways that are hard to anticipate. Just know that our Yerbba community is here for you and that it’s okay to put your own needs first when deciding how and when to share your story.
besides my own family I think I am not suppose to share with relatives who are not nearest. I saw so many cases negative comments are heated the patients. some peoples nature that they will talk about who died in cancer but they are not interested to share who is survive.buy the way now my 6th camo is coming. iamabc patient. please pray for me
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. It’s true-sometimes sharing beyond close family can bring unwanted or hurtful comments, and protecting your peace is so important. We'll be thinking of you as you approach your 6th chemo session. Wishing you strength, and know that the Yerbba community is here with you.
besides my own family I think I am not suppose to share with relatives who are not nearest. I saw so many cases negative comments are heated the patients. some peoples nature that they will talk about who died in cancer but they are not interested to share who is survive.buy the way now my 6th camo is coming. iamabc patient. please pray for me
Telling my family was probably the hardest conversation I’ve ever had with them. I have two daughters. My grandmother and mother both died of breast cancer. My biggest fear is the fact that they too may someday have to deal with this legacy. This video is a wonderful help to those dealing with the burden of telling their families. Thank you. Always such good advice.
On the positive side your diagnosis may not have come as a big shock for them.Treatments has advanced so much and new drugs coming to market every day. my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and no one in my family had any form of cancer so it was a huge shock .
Thank you for sharing such a personal and difficult part of your journey. Telling your family, especially with a family history, must have been incredibly emotional. We can understand how much you want to protect your daughters from this, and that worry can feel so heavy. Your openness with them, though, is a powerful gift-it shows them the strength and resilience in facing tough moments head-on. We're glad this video could provide a bit of support as you navigate these conversations.
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Thanks so much, very helpful video… some videos maybe need to be dedicated to family and friends how they can be supportive and know their boundaries… how intrusive sometimes really hurt… how people want their advice to be followed or they feel offended and blaming… cancer is too much to handle and people pressure is another level… thanks again for the very helpful video
Thank you for watching, and you bring up such an important point. Supporting someone with cancer can be complicated, and it’s essential for friends and family to know when to step back. We have videos on navigating friendships and setting boundaries that may be helpful for this exact reason. Here's a link to our video about boundary setting: ua-cam.com/video/jwrgx7J1E58/v-deo.html.
@@amiraabdou673 I hear you! My sister suddenly decided that she is my guardian that needs to control my every breath, was sending my diagnosis all over the planet to her friends who had BC for their "expert opinion" and was telling every single soul she met that I had cancer, even though I explicitly asked her many times not to do it. She tried to control and manipulate me as "help" so much I stopped talking to her.
🌺 Thxxx.. great info as always ♡
i haven't shared yet, I'm stage 4, distant lymph nodes involved
Thank you for watching and for sharing your diagnosis with the Yerbba community. We're here to support you every step of the way.
I've had terrible experience with telling my family. My mom couldn't take the news and died of a stroke 3 days after my diagnosis. As a result, my sister's mental health has deteriorated so much that she started to drink even more and take anti-anxiety medication and xanax, and died of liver cirrhosis 2,5 months ago. I don't know now how I feel about telling my family. It's like if you don't tell them it's bad, but if you do tell them it's even worse. Not everyone can take the news in a calm and pragmatic way, some people just can't take the news and their world falls apart because of this, with horrible consequences.
We're so sorry you've gone through such an incredibly painful journey with your family. It’s heartbreaking to experience these kinds of responses, especially when you were looking for support. You're right-sharing a diagnosis can be overwhelming for loved ones, and everyone copes differently, sometimes in ways that are hard to anticipate. Just know that our Yerbba community is here for you and that it’s okay to put your own needs first when deciding how and when to share your story.
besides my own family I think I am not suppose to share with relatives who are not nearest. I saw so many cases negative comments are heated the patients. some peoples nature that they will talk about who died in cancer but they are not interested to share who is survive.buy the way now my 6th camo is coming. iamabc patient. please pray for me
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. It’s true-sometimes sharing beyond close family can bring unwanted or hurtful comments, and protecting your peace is so important. We'll be thinking of you as you approach your 6th chemo session. Wishing you strength, and know that the Yerbba community is here with you.
Oops, I came across this video about a week too late.
Sometimes timing is everything! We hope you still found these tips helpful as you navigate future conversations.
besides my own family I think I am not suppose to share with relatives who are not nearest. I saw so many cases negative comments are heated the patients. some peoples nature that they will talk about who died in cancer but they are not interested to share who is survive.buy the way now my 6th camo is coming. iamabc patient. please pray for me
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