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• Glenys

  

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  October 28, 2012 12:04:13 PM WATime

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  FACING CHALLENGES

   

  “The struggles I'm facing,
  The chances I'm taking,
  Might sometimes knock me down,
  But I'm not breaking.” 
  (Wincy)

  
  

  Challenges in our lives are a part of everyday living.  We may view challenges as problems to solve, or obstacles that stop us in our tracks! We may face them with an enthusiastic and optimistic outlook, or try to evade them by running and hiding, denying the problem or wishing it away.  However we deal with them, problems usually do not just ‘go away’ .. and more challenges often come along! Finding useful ways to face and manage them is very helpful in overcoming challenges as they arise.

   

  Some tips for facing challenges from fellow Clickers!:

  2. 1. Ask questions .. no question is EVER too silly! Understanding helps get through ..
  4. 2. Get ANYTHING you are worried about CHECKED OUT!! It’s always better to find out than to worry and not get checked! Peace of mind is everything!

  1. 3. Write down your fears .. identifying & discussing them often reduces their power ( .. start blogging)
  3. 4. Find someone who really listens to you (like here on the Click site!)
  5. 5. Have a ‘to do’ list or ‘list of questions’ to ask when facing appointments & challenges.
  7. 6. Take your partner or friend with you for support (and a second set of ears!)
  9. 7. Imagine those around you in their underwear!! (maybe not  McYummy though Susan – might make you a bit hot & flustered!!)  
  11. 8. Feel the fear .. and do it anyway!!
  13. 9. Just breathe .. slow deep breaths ..
  15. 10. Laugh! .. laughter is the best de-stressor!
  17. 11. Plan ‘time-out’  and breaks away to rest and recoup
  19. 12. Read inspirational stories and ideas for motivation
  21. 13. Focus on the next step .. but keep a positive ‘end-goal’ in your mind
  23. 14. When the going gets tough .. GET HELP!! Seek other supports (counselling, psychology) to learn tools that really help YOU get through challenges!

   

  .. “I've always said a woman can do anything, but then take women who have suffered and those who have suffered with her, and you have UN-STOP-A-BLE!”  (Mel – ‘Click’ member)

  
  

  “The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex, overwhelming tasks into small, manageable tasks, then starting on the first one.”

  (Mark Twain)

   

  A booklet on ‘Coping with cancer’ from the Cancer Council also has a great deal of useful hints and tips:

  http://www.cancerwa.asn.au/resources/2011-03-22-Coping-with-Cancer.pdf

   

   ... and find your inner 'lion' ...  xxx 

  

  The Click Breast Care Nurse 

• Cynthia

  

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  October 29, 2012 4:39:07 PM WATime

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  Great tips Glenys. Thanks very much!

  the Click Researcher