Honesty, I find, is typically the best policy. I find it true when patients ask hard questions, or even when my little kids ask me tough questions. There are rare occasions when it's not, but usually it's the best policy.
Looking forward to reading more of your work! I like your intentional style already.
Cheyenne, I’m new here. This is a powerful and well written post. Quite impressive, both in style and content. Is this written by you, or by someone else? Curt
Well, you did good! Having to confront the death conversation has to be quite a challenge. I like your notion that the patient knows, but requires authoritative confirmation. I spent 3 months in hospital with AML in 2022. It is in remission, and now I visit the cancer unit regularly. To spread “joy and happiness”... tough sell.
Joy and happiness are more easily accepted from one who has walked a similar journey. I am sure you have been a blessing to those you interact with on the cancer unit! I look forward to hearing more about your experience.
Honesty, I find, is typically the best policy. I find it true when patients ask hard questions, or even when my little kids ask me tough questions. There are rare occasions when it's not, but usually it's the best policy.
Looking forward to reading more of your work! I like your intentional style already.
Yes, while difficult at times, speaking the truth is generally worth it.
Thank you for reading and taking the time to share your thoughts here.
Cheyenne, I’m new here. This is a powerful and well written post. Quite impressive, both in style and content. Is this written by you, or by someone else? Curt
Curt, I am new here as well. This is a post I wrote some time ago and just recently published since joining Substack.
Well, you did good! Having to confront the death conversation has to be quite a challenge. I like your notion that the patient knows, but requires authoritative confirmation. I spent 3 months in hospital with AML in 2022. It is in remission, and now I visit the cancer unit regularly. To spread “joy and happiness”... tough sell.
Joy and happiness are more easily accepted from one who has walked a similar journey. I am sure you have been a blessing to those you interact with on the cancer unit! I look forward to hearing more about your experience.