Is Our Love Enough To Get Through This?

from Marrow Masters · host Jennifer Gillette LMSW

What is your definition of love? Feelings of happiness with each other? Feelings can be like waves though; they come and go. Therefore, love in the feeling sense is not enough.Love trust, respect, communication, fun and a sense of spirituality are the foundation blocks for a healthy marriage. Each is like a spoke of a wheel, if one is down the other wobble as well.In addition to these normal relationship tasks, cancer patients are further stressed with role changes, intense and life altering transitions in all aspects of their lives, financial strains, and the list could go on.Going through a cancer or transplant journey in life amplify cracks in a relationship. How we deal with these cracks can either draw people closer than they have ever been or can be the final blow to a relationship.Listen in for tips sure to help all relationships.The information in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your health care provider regarding your medical decisions and treatment. The listed resources are not intended to be endorsements.Some additional resources:Own Your Cancer- A Take Charge Guide for Recently Diagnosed and Those Who Love Them Dr. Peter S. EdelsteinThe New Rules of Marriage by Terrence Real, LCSWMoreCommunication Tools are available throughBe the Match,American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy,Survivor NetworkCancer CareFor more from the National Bone Marrow Transplant Link, visit us online at nbmtlink.org or call us at 800-546-5268.This season of Marrow Masters is sponsored by the nbmtLINK, Seattle Genetics, and our esteemed link partners. National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/Check out our valued nbmtLINK resource books, some for sale, some free as downloadable, https://www.nbmtlink.org/shop/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKFollow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/The nbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  It is crucial to consult directly with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical conditions, treatment options, or other health concerns.The views and opinions expressed by the speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the nbmtLINK.  Unless otherwise stated in an official policy, the nbmtLINK does not endorse any specific treatments, products, or services mentioned by the speakers. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.The Marrow Masters Podcast is produced by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What this episode covers

This episode features Jennifer Gillette, our licensed staff social worker who has more than two decades of experience helping patients and their families navigate the cancer journey. Many patients and their partners think their love will be enough for their relationship to survive this journey. Often, that's not true. Jen walks us through some the resources available for patients and their caregivers. Remember, the caregivers need care too.