KenG
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My father was diagnosed with ALS about 1 year ago. He is currently transitioning into the state of requiring an electric wheelchair full time. I'll try to keep this post brief. The news was obviously devastating for all of us; and my dad was put indebted soon and anxiety medication. This is all to be expected given the circumstances.
This may be too personal or intrusive to ask; but I'd appreciate any feedback, especially from other PALS: I worry about my dad; and it really hurts me to see him struggle with something, or even worse, to see him get emotional because of the situation. I don't know if I should be openly expressing sympathy, let the emotions pass, or what. I feel so bad for him and sometimes feel guilty if I feel like I'm not doing everything I can, find myself not really thinking about his situation when I'm away, or if I express any frustration to him about the situation.
I want him to find peace of mind and not suffer mentally. I guess I am asking for stories from your own experience with your emotions; like how you felt about yourself, how you wanted others to feel about you; and how/when/if you finally found peace of mind.
Thank you all so much for any input.
Ken
This may be too personal or intrusive to ask; but I'd appreciate any feedback, especially from other PALS: I worry about my dad; and it really hurts me to see him struggle with something, or even worse, to see him get emotional because of the situation. I don't know if I should be openly expressing sympathy, let the emotions pass, or what. I feel so bad for him and sometimes feel guilty if I feel like I'm not doing everything I can, find myself not really thinking about his situation when I'm away, or if I express any frustration to him about the situation.
I want him to find peace of mind and not suffer mentally. I guess I am asking for stories from your own experience with your emotions; like how you felt about yourself, how you wanted others to feel about you; and how/when/if you finally found peace of mind.
Thank you all so much for any input.
Ken