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RE: Scares Are Like Tattoos With Better Stories, The Wisdom And Beauty Of Imperfection - Wabi-Sabi (侘寂)
That is very true.
I watched too many friends die because of the treatment rather than the cancer itself. If you are told you are going to die anyway, or that the chances are 97%, then there really is not that much risk in trying something different.
I've been told I may have an aneurysm in my brain. I did the research and I don't like either option. I chose to do nothing except to try and keep my blood pressure normal and stay healthy. If I die, at least it will be quick!
I am so sorry to hear about this but admire your attitude. I agree with you once again but can't and don't want to imagine what I would decide
If (and hopefully you don't need to make that choice) the day comes, you will likely find the right choice.
I watched a Ted Talk where a first aid responder talked about how he used to lie to people he knew would not live. One day he decided to tell the truth and he was shocked by the response. All the people he told that they were going to die did NOT freak out. Instead they accepted death and were at peace with it. He stopped telling lies and allowed those about to die to say the things that were important to them; generally forgiveness and something they are proud of and feel would leave their mark.