One of the things that really helped me get through
cancer was my guitar. Its a good therapeutic tool, jamming when I
felt really stressed or depressed.
Matt
If you are experiencing a lot of fatigue or physical and
emotional ill health, you may find it harder to participate in
these activities. Some young people living with cancer find that
they have to make some adjustments to the level of participation in
their much loved sports or hobbies. This does not mean you will
have to stop participating, but that you may need to take it easy
with how often and how hard you participate.
Try some of these ideas:
- Try an activity or sport that is similar, but slightly less
physical.
- Still participate, but take more breaks, or play for a shorter
time period.
- Try new activities or sports that you have always been
interested in but haven't had the time to do. You never know you
may find something else that you are really good at.
- Set some short term, realistic goals for you to maintain your
interest and focus.
- Attend a CanTeen camp or join another group that
provides a wide range of active and passive activities for you and
other young people to enjoy.