Seeking Advice: How to Cope with a Parent’s Hidden Illness

Hi everyone,

I’m Jeffrey, and I’m reaching out because I’m in a really tough spot emotionally and could use some advice. Recently, my mother revealed to me that she has been battling a serious illness for some time. Her exact words were, “Synu, nie gniewaj się, że nie poinformowałam cię o mojej chorobie, po prostu masz dużo pracy,” which translates to, “Son, don’t be angry that I didn’t inform you about my illness, you just have a lot of work.”

These words have been echoing in my mind ever since. I feel a mix of guilt for not noticing sooner, anger that she didn’t tell me, and deep sadness for what she’s going through. I understand she was trying to protect me, but I can’t help but feel overwhelmed by the situation.

I want to be there for her and support her in every way possible, but I’m not sure how to start. How do I process these emotions and be the support system she needs right now? Any advice on how to navigate this difficult time would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance for your help.

Best,

Jeffrey

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