Personal Legacy, Identity and Quality of Life
Serious or chronic illness can change how we see ourselves. Who am I now: Without my job? With less energy to do the things I love or see the people I care about? With a colostomy bag or tank of oxygen?
Comparing ourselves to others or to our past selves can lead to unnecessary suffering both for ourselves and for those who care about us. Crafting a durable relationship to your new reality will help reframe your situation. It's about caring for yourself and others as whole people, coming to terms with finite amounts of time, mending relationships, and making the most of the time that's left.
Speak with a Mettle Health counselor to determine what’s important to you now, how to make changes that improve your quality of life and engage in the process of meaning making for yourself.