Cancer Related Fatigue
Spirit — To combat cancer related fatigue
Peer Review Status: Internally Reviewed by the Cancer Information Service
Creation Date: 1998
Last Review Date: June 2004
Commune with God or Your Higher Power
- Pray
- Let others pray for you
- Attend or visit your place of worship
- Meditate
- Read scripture or devotional literature
- Listen to religious or inspiration programs
Commune with Others
- Talk to a friend (in person or on the phone)
- Say a kind word or compliment someone
- Write a letter to someone who is important to you
- Volunteer to help others
Commune With Nature and the Environment
- Take walks
- Sit in a favorite outdoor place
- Read nature books/magazines
- Pet an animal
- Hang a bird feeder (do not forget to watch the birds!)
- Putter with plants in your home, yard, or garden
Relax
- Reflect on the good times of your life
- Do relaxation exercises: breathing exercises, muscle relaxation, and imagery
- Do something nice for yourself every day
- Sing your favorite songs
- Listen to your favorite music
- Join a support group
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