What is your definition of love? Feelings of happiness with each other? Feelings can be like waves though; they come and go. Therefore, love in the feeling sense is not enough.
Love trust, respect, communication, fun and a sense of spirituality are the foundation blocks for a healthy marriage. Each is like a spoke of a wheel, if one is down the other wobble as well.
In addition to these normal relationship tasks, cancer patients are further stressed with role changes, intense and life altering transitions in all aspects of their lives, financial strains, and the list could go on.
Going through a cancer or transplant journey in life amplify cracks in a relationship. How we deal with these cracks can either draw people closer than they have ever been or can be the final blow to a relationship.
Listen in for tips sure to help all relationships.
The information in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your health care provider regarding your medical decisions and treatment. The listed resources are not intended to be endorsements.
Some additional resources:
Own Your Cancer- A Take Charge Guide for Recently Diagnosed and Those Who Love Them Dr. Peter S. Edelstein
The New Rules of Marriage by Terrence Real, LCSW
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