A change in your “health” can feel like changes to yourself, begging the question: who am I now? Being a patient brings its own unique set of opportunities and challenges. You’re widely considered to be the one in need, but the truth is more complicated than that. Projection, attention, misunderstanding, infantilization, pity, all are commonly fielded when you’re the one in the vulnerable seat. Together, we’ll explore real life examples of loss and address your questions on the topic.