The average person who finds out they have cancer is faced with a frightening number of decisions. Those of us who have stood on this precipice know that’s scary and mind-numbing.
But don’t let the fear paralyze you. Take a deep breath. Understand that you’re likely in a state of shock. Recognize that while you won’t want to put off treatment indefinitely, you do have time to learn about your options. Cancer is something that often takes years to develop, and it’s not likely to kill you next week.
