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Enduring and Changing |
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 Introduction
Those who are dying often dread the process of dying as much as death
itself. At the same time, most people who are dying are struck by
the wonder of life. You may want to fight your illness, or deny it,
or do both at different times. You may feel as though you should accept
your illness without complaining and simply take whatever comes your
way. Or you may be too confused, frightened, or sick to deal with
anything for a while. This section offers ideas on how to cope, and
describes how other people came to terms with their illnesses and
their fears.
Life
is changing, but...
Consider how you can best meet the challenges that await you. Be compassionate
toward yourself. Allow yourself to find a measure of joy in your life,
despite the sadness you are sure to feel. Extending the same respect,
concern, and affection to yourself that you would offer someone else
will help you live fully while dying. |
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Adapted from The
Handbook for Mortals: Guidance for People Facing Serious Illness,
by Joanne Lynn and Joan Harrold, copyright by Joanne Lynn, used by
permission of Oxford University Press.
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