One of my bosses has cancer and its public knowledge. What can I write in an email to know that he's in my thoughts. I was going to write "I recently heard that you were ill. I just wanted to let you know that your in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you recover quickly." What do you think?
2006-11-06 12:01:03 · 11 answers · asked by Caliocean 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
I wouldn't say anything about prayers. That could be taken as offensive (if he's atheist), despite meaning well. It personally makes me feel a tad uncomfortable when people say they'll pray for me. I appreciate the sentiment, but it's still kind of off-putting. I would say that you send your best wishes and your hopes and thoughts are with him and his family in this difficult time.
2006-11-06 12:04:26 · answer #1 · answered by readysteadystop 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You sound like a caring person, as it matter's to you that your boss has cancer.
He will appreciate that you are thinking of him.
Especially since it is public knowledge. I think it is fine that you acknowledge this. But, try not to treat him like he has a disease.
Mention something also, like, "you are still the same man we have come to know and like" that won't change.
There is not much anyone can say that will take it away and he knows it. So, try not to over do the sympathy to much.
I think what you wrote sounds just fine by the way.
2006-11-06 20:10:16 · answer #2 · answered by sweetcitywoman2002 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know your boss better than we would. But as a young cancer patient myself, I'll let you in on a secret. Most of us can find humor and normalcy in our disease. Not right at the beginning, but eventually. I wouldn't recommend tip toeing around him and making him feel too much pity. Sympathy and pity are two different things. Sympathy means you acknowledge he's going through a rough time and you're there to support him. Pity is just plain feeling sorry for him. When we start to hear pity, it makes us lose our morale. We fight best when we're positive.
Saying something like "stay strong, you're in my thoughts" is probably good enough for now. Encouragement and positive thoughts are always a plus, never NEVER send pity or negativity to a cancer patient!
2006-11-06 20:25:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that's so good, only because I think "ill" is an understatement, and so is "i hope you recover quickly". Cancer is really life-altering and it's very serious. I think you should approach the subject more carefully and offer more support. I do think it's good what you're doing though!!
2006-11-06 20:04:02 · answer #4 · answered by Allieway 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sending an email isn't very tactful, instead buy a card and have the whole office sign it. That would be a better approach to it.
2006-11-06 20:54:23 · answer #5 · answered by Tawney 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think sending your concern is very thoughtful, but i wouldn't want to say anything that everyone else may be saying. i would say something like, i know you'll make it through it rather than you are in my thoughts and prayers. give strong thoughts to them
2006-11-06 20:09:45 · answer #6 · answered by Kell Bell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
definetly acknowledge his illness and offer to be there , to talk , or whatever .he will appreciate the kindness , and will need all the support he can get during his illness
2006-11-06 20:56:23 · answer #7 · answered by sindi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've been on my mind so I thought you should know I'm here if you need me.
2006-11-06 20:10:07 · answer #8 · answered by mc_mommy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I like your note...its short, to the point and conveys your feelings. Send it.
2006-11-06 20:06:32 · answer #9 · answered by Rose D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mr. ____ Please accept my sympathy. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
2006-11-06 20:03:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋