Breast Cancer Now Forum

Thank you ...... I will look into that running app. I’m doing an online yoga course and that does me the world of good. will look into that app now! ... View more

So true. Breast cancer has made me experience conflicting emotions all at the same time ..... happy/sad, positive/negative, etc. Rollercoaster is spot on. ... View more

Thank you Zoe ... View more

I guess we all have wobbles here and there ..... I work really hard to keep myself positive but also have days when I’m less so.  Be kind to yourself..... take it step by step. Don’t feel intimidated that we are all positive all the time. ... View more

I suggest trying the untire app ..... understanding the fatigue helped me to manage it. ... View more

Ahh ..... tricky.  Maybe try to shut off your thoughts/worries until you have concrete details.  Easier said than done.  I’m sure your family will understand your wobble. My only helpful suggestion is yoga.... particularly the breathing exercises.  Maybe try Adriene on you tube.  She has a good anxiety one. Wishing you all the very best. ... View more

Hope you managed to get into app @Lunatic21  ... View more

Hello I downloaded app from apple store and didn’t need a code.  I hope you are able to access it as there are some really useful tips, things on it. ... View more

Hello Lisa Something else just came to mind....  Rik Bhullar walking workouts.  Also on you tube.  He’s great ..... a great distraction and he’s entertaining as he’s just really enjoying himself.  Disco Funk is food and I really liked Uplifting walking workout. If I’ve felt down in the dumps or woken in morning feeling not so good, I’ve done one Of his workouts and it’s helped to distract me and make me feel better ... View more

Hello Lisa I just had radiotherapy after my operations so can’t advise on yoga and chemotherapy. I have however done yoga all the time since initial unpleasant surprise of my diagnosis  but just adjusted the exercises, for example, couldn’t hold weight on my arms at beginning so kept knees on floor or did different exercises.  The breathing exercises, although funny, are really helpful. Look on you tube - Adrienne yoga - yoga for beginners, Stress melt, yoga for anxiety and stress, yoga for anxiety, gentle yoga.  She also does 30 day challenges.....Breath was a good one.  I got some friends to do it too and we had a little what’s app chat group about it.  The most important thing is to listen to your body and not overdo it.  I found the yoga (and still do) very calming and it often rejuvenates me when I ‘m feeling tired.  Happy to join you in a challenge or do same session some time if you feel like some remote virtual encouragement. All the best   ... View more

Hello Lisa sorry to hear that ..... and I remember clearly how difficult that period was. My saviour was yoga and I am still hooked ..... it’s really helped to put my feet back on the ground and control my spinning head.  It’s really helped with that nervous feeling. Adriene has several 30 day challenges or individual sessions - I’m pretty sure there’s one for anxiety.  All on you tube.  The breathing exercises are odd but I’ve found them really helpful.  You don’t have to be able to do it all but just focus on the moment.  Happy to suggest a couple if you’d like. Otherwise walking outside somewhere calm and quiet.  Cooking something nice you’ve never made before. waiting is hard so find anything that can give you a little distraction. Playing solitare on my phone with my feet up also distracts me!  Not forgetting an easy trashy film/series on Netflix. Wishing you all the best! ... View more

Happy to hear you had a good day gardening. i live abroad and have also pretty much managed to support myself.  I kind of think that I need to find my way along this rocky path as no one can do it for me. very happy to have access to this brilliant site and forum. Wishing you another good day! ... View more

Hope you are feeling a little better! ... View more

Sorry to hear that Poppy. Did you feel better after a good cry? It sounds like you are still in the grieving process.  Give yourself time, share your thoughts and feelings and seek support if you feel you need it. Make sure you do something nice for yourself as often as you can! ... View more

Hello Totally sympathize with you. Youve experienced a lot emotionally and physically and that is all rather draining. I felt exhausted once my treatment finished and also had this odd hormonal imbalance feeling.  It has all settled down. Maybe look at the ‘untire’ app - I found this to be really helpful.   Look after yourself, be kind to yourself. ... View more

Sounds like you got on ok.  Good luck with the treatment ....... it‘ll soon be over before you know it even if it doesn’t feel like that in the beginning. Continue enjoying your little granddaughter All the best! ... View more

Good luck Noona. i read your first post but wasn’t sure what to reply.  We have so few choices but should still be able to decide for ourselves. You sound exhausted ..... can totally relate to this.  I finished my radiotherapy in February.  I struggled with the first week (but that was more so that I’d been feeling better post op and suddenly had to confront the ‘cancer’ issue again).  I coloured in each appointment on my paper once done to motivate me.  I also planned a half way treat and a treat for the end - this also helped me mentally.  Suddenly I was on my last appointment and enjoying my treat - time flew.  i hope you find the radiotherapy to be easier than you think.  It has good results - keep that in mind..... it’s a means to an end.  Be kind to yourself during treatment. wishing you all the best.  I think I read you are a new grandmother - plenty to live for so definately worth doing the radiotherapy.  Good luck! ... View more

Hi I’m due to start the course in June. i completed the form and had a reply approximately two weeks later.   I expect they are still ‘processing’ your form but maybe it would be an idea to send a follow up mail.   ... View more