I felt physically and mentally exhausted, and I couldn't let go of my low self-esteem and anxiety. Whenever I see my family's concerned eyes, I feel a flood of guilt. These negativity emotions are like a mountain, and I can't breathe. However, blindly avoiding will not solve the problem, but may make my body weaker and create an opportunity for the metastasis of cancer cells.
1. Face up to the disease and relieve anxiety
Even though I'm getting better now, I'm always worried that one day I'll have another seizure. Whenever there is pain somewhere in my body, I am always panicked, afraid that it is the cancer cells that are ** or metastasis. However, I didn't dare to go to the hospital for further tests for fear that the results would be exactly what I feared. Beck's theory of cognition states that human cognition produces emotions and behaviors, and when this cognition is abnormal, the emotional response will also be abnormal. For me, this abnormal perception stems from a misconception about breast cancer. If I subconsciously believe that breast cancer is going to be *** and that I will never be able to completely**, then I naturally feel anxious. When this anxiety is severe enough to a certain extent, it may even develop into an anxiety disorder. Once I suffer from anxiety, my perception of pain becomes more acute, and sometimes just thinking about it makes me feel uneasy. The most fundamental way to solve this anxiety is to change my misconceptions about breast cancer and truly face up to the disease. First of all, breast cancer is actually a cancer with a better prognosis, and it is more of a chronic disease than a terminal disease as people usually think. As long as we learn to live peacefully with cancer cells, our prognosis can be decades long. Secondly, breast cancer and metastasis is a gradual process that does not occur suddenly and without warning. Before ** and transfer, our body tends to give some subtle cues. This highlights the importance of regular check-ups, which allow us to detect signs of metastasis in time so that we can take effective measures to stop them at an early stage. "Breast cancer isn't that scary", and it's only when we truly embrace and recognize this that we can tackle anxiety at its roots. Of course, in addition to facing breast cancer psychologically, we can also relieve anxiety through exercise. Stick to a moderate amount of exercise every day for at least an hour at a time. Whether it's jogging, brisk walking, or yoga, these exercises relax our bodies and bring us back to peace. As long as we persevere, I believe we will be able to reduce our anxiety.
Second, find out the source
* Although it is over, life seems to be on the right track, but it can't hide the deep anxiety in my heart. The loss of the breast, the heavy load on the affected limb, and the daily medication company reminded me that I was different from ordinary people. Despite my best efforts, I tried to be strong, but the turmoil in my heart was indescribable. This constant pessimism and loneliness enveloped me like a haze, and eventually led me into the abyss of depression. Depression, like the insidious latent cancer cells, is also a high-risk factor for metastasis. As it transitioned from an emotional undercurrent to a torrent of depression, I felt more and more heavy and exhausted. As the immune system weakens, the likelihood of cancer cells coming back increases. So, how to solve this haze in my heart from the source?Don't bury all your thoughts deep in your heart, as that will only accumulate in silence. Talking to others, keeping a journal or exercising are all effective ways to relieve depression. Communicate with people and let your mood be released;Written records for peace of mind;Exercise and fitness, so that the body and mind are rejuvenated together. When optimism goes hand in hand with health, cancer cells have no chance to take advantage of it.
3. Don't doubt and deny, in fact, you are very good
I felt so incompetent, I couldn't do anything in the first place, and I just got this disease, which became a burden to my family. "You're not incompetent, you're just being held back by illness for the time being. It's not your fault, don't let self-doubt and denial become a burden to you. "Is it because I'm not good enough that God punished me like this?"No, you're good, and your worth isn't judged by others. Being sick doesn't mean you don't deserve to be loved, on the contrary, it's a sure way for you to become stronger. When you feel lost and helpless, try to identify your strengths and list them on a piece of paper. You are unique, and there is no substitute in this world for you. Don't limit your possibilities, and believe that you who have experienced the wind and rain will be able to bloom more brilliantly. Focus on Breast Health Quality Authors List