Hi everyone,    Am new to this space and have been seeking out the right forum for support. My Mum was recently diagnosed with metastatic breast bone cancer, which came as a huge shock.    It's been a huge adjustment for myself and my family, I've moved interstate to become her full time carer. One thing I've quickly realised is that being a carer is far more challenging that I anticipated. The actual care itself hasn't been the issue, it's more-so the emotional toll that I have been grappling with.   It's also been difficult for me to relate to my peers, as I am only 32 years old and most of my friends are out chasing their career (which is what I was doing too, prior to all of this happening). I feel as though my perspective of the world has drastically shifted, I feel alone in my feelings of grief for who I was and have been facing who I am now...a carer.    Any advice on coping strategies for a new carer is much appreciated. Especially if anyone else is in a similar position of being a young adult, caring for their parent - I am really seeking that mutual understanding of the position I am in.   - KML ... View more