Countless friends and family members showered me with support and words of kindness when I got diagnosed with breast cancer three-and-a-half years ago. All were shocked, but some were either at a loss or did things that were just not helpful at all.
Two weeks ago, I learned the cancer has returned. As I recover from last week’s lumpectomy, I’m reminded of what things made me feel better and what comments I could do without. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here are seven things that friends should never tell friends who are struggling with the disease.
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