Disclosure: Sharing With Family, Friends, and Acquaintances
How To Handle Insensitive or Inappropriate Questions
Next » « Previous5/8
Realize that another person's reaction likely has more to do with the illness and the shock rather than you. Many people are afraid of your illness and their own vulnerability. The news may trigger their own pain or fears of mortality.
Keep in mind that the person is not trying to be rude or inconsiderate.
If the person is misinformed, educate them about your condition and prospects. Let them know that it is not a death sentence.
Encourage people to ask the questions that are on their minds. Don't be surprised if they have difficulty wording their questions.
The more you talk to other people about what you are going through, the more comfortable they will feel with you and their fears about their own mortality.
Get Your Personal Guide
Please share how this information is useful to you. 0 Comments
Post a Comment Have something to add to this topic? Contact Us.