Self-help for men to process their feelings - tips for resilience during your cancer journey.
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Connect with other men who understand what you are going through. The beauty of the men's support group at is that it allows men to normalize their feelings and break the unwritten "code" that men don't share their feelings. Support groups allow men to deal with their emotions and receive support in a healthy way.
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Jot down your feelings on a piece of paper for five minutes. For example, you can say, "I'm really mad today or fearful about this." Once you are done, look at the paper and rip it up. This works because you get to express your feelings in a safe way, then use your masculine energy to do something about them by ripping up the paper.
Sit quietly for five minutes and take deep breaths. See whatever emotions come up as you are sitting there and let yourself feel them. If you are angry, allow yourself to feel angry. Soon the emotion will pass through you and you will move on to another feeling.
Talk to someone. You do not have to give a speech to your entire family. Just talk with someone close to you and let off a little steam so you don't compromise your health.
Managing Mental Health After a Cancer Diagnosis - Nursing@Georgetown
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