Each person must work through, in his or her own way, feelings of possible death, fear, and isolation. Returning to normal routines as much as possible often helps. Give the pleasures and responsibilities of each day the attention they deserve. Fill your life with both.
Rest is important to both physical and emotional strength.
It's harder to bolster one's will to live if you are alone. Yet many have acted as their own cheering squad and have found ways to lead meaningful lives. Family members must not make an invalid of a person with cancer who is fully capable of physical activity and responsible participation in the family. Family members should not equate physical incapability with mental failing. It is especially important that an ill patient feel a necessary part of the family.