Hello Nycartist,

I am sorry to hear that your diagnosis is causing you such angst.  You are going through an early menopause and are receiving medication to help with that.  At the moment, that seems to be the only thing that is wrong with you.  Seek advice as to whether or not your treatment in itself can contribute to a heart attack or cancer.  I don’t think it can.  Deal with one day at a time.  Listen to your husband when he tells you that your worrying will be detrimental to you in the long term.  Worrying about what will happen is futile.  It is always better to look for solutions than to look for problems.  Be grateful for all the things you have in your life today.  Go for walks in nature and meditate on all the beauty you see around you.  Breathe deeply whilst standing by a tree or walking through woodlands.  Feel glad to be alive.  As soon as negative thoughts of the future arise, say STOP.  Turn your thoughts around and focus on a future positive event.  Plan for outings that you can enjoy and accept invitations for get-togethers, hopefully with positive people.  It can be very uplifting.  Find reasons to celebrate.  You have this one life – get out there and enjoy it.  Whether you think positively or negatively, you are making a choice.  It’s up to you and no-one else.

I wish you health and happiness.

Peggy