Once people know they can talk with you honestly, they are usually able to open up. By taking the lead, you create an emotional environment that softens expectations. This make it much easier for people who are uncertain to come forward and offer you their support, too. And, you will be able to just be yourself. When you are actively being treated for breast cancer, expect to need some extra help managing daily chores.
Surgery is emotionally and physically draining.
Radiation and chemotherapy treatments are cause fatigue. During treatments you will require more rest than usual. It's important to respect this need for rest, and not to push beyond any physical limitations your body is experiencing. Physical help from family and friends, along with encouragement from your doctors, is usually what is needed most at this times. If you face long term cancer therapy, emotional support will be invaluable.