Duane “Dog” Chapman, whose beloved wife Beth died earlier this summer after a long battle with lung cancer, released a video in anticipation of an upcoming episode of “Dog’s Most Wanted,” completely in dedication to Beth and the struggle she went through last year.
The video, which dog uploaded to Instagram, contains brief clips of the whole Chapman family from the show. “The doctors said ‘there’s no chance of survival, you have an incurable disease,'” Dog’s voice over says behind video footage of Beth. “I wanted to slap him right in the mouth.”
Read More“She is an Absolute powerhouse determination sexy Kickass I wish I could be half of her,” commented one of the show’s fans, and someone who clearly supports the family.
“Dog much love and respect for what you do and how you do it. [heart]” wrote another.
And others commented on Dog and Beth’s very special bond with each other, “The love the two of you shared, in my eyes, is goals! [‘100’ emojis].”
In terms of Dog’s current state with regards to the loss of his beloved wife, it's very clear that he is still grieving. However, he did say in a recent interview that he will date again at some point, with Beth's blessing, of course. Dog confirmed to Entertainment Tonight that he plans to have more girlfriends, but he'll never have another wife.
Dog Chapman’s Coping Mechanisms — Joy, Purpose, and Family
Dog may be tough on the outside; his fugitive-hunting career, his appearance, and the way he speaks all contribute to an overall “tough-guy” persona that the public associated with Dog. But in a recent interview with SurvivorNet, Bonnie said that in private, her dad was more of a “teddy bear.”
“My father loves people so much and he is such an empathetic soul,” Bonnie said. “And for him right now, the thing that’s been getting him through everything is surrounding himself with the people who really love him. And it’s really nice to see him take comfort in other people.”
Another thing that has been helping Dog, Bonnie said, was spending more quality time with his family. “We’ve started to go fishing together more often as a family,” Bonnie shared. “Making those new memories really help. And to see him start yelling or cheering about how he’s caught a fish or about how he’s got one on the line… it really seems to be helping him get his mind off of things. He has been incredibly strong… but like everyone, we have our good days and our bad days. And when the bad days come, we’re all there for him… because he is an incredibly strong man and we all love him so much.”
Dog also said that pouring himself into his work — bounty hunting and promoting his new series, “Dog’s Most Wanted” on WGN America has been played a tremendous role in helping him get through the toughest days, too.
Information about dealing with fear and negative emotions during cancer
Anxiety and fear are totally normal reactions to the news of cancer, and acknowledging these emotions can be therapeutic and important to the healing process.
"I think the most important advice I would give to someone who has just received a cancer diagnosis is to find people whom they find as a source of support. To allow themselves to go through all of the different emotional reactions to that news," said Dr. Susan Parsons, Director of the Center for Health Solutions/Center on Child and Family Outcomes at Tufts Medical Center, in a prior interview with SurvivorNet. Dr. Parsons did not comment on this case specifically.
"The anger, the frustration, the fear. The disappointment. Whatever those emotions are, figure out what's important to you and find those people that can help you realize that."
Dr. Susan Parons, Director of the Center for Health Solutions/Center on Child and Family Outcomes at Tufts Medical Center on dealing with fear and anxiety after a cancer diagnosis.
In times of frustration, it can be useful to a little bit of direction on specific ways to deal with it. A few of the most common ways to deal with fear and anxiety after a cancer diagnosis, that have helped people in the SurvivorNet community in the past, include:
1. Let your family and close friends know and let them help. So many cancer survivors tell us they want and need support but are often too preoccupied to make specific requests. Urge those close to you to jump in with whatever practical help they can offer.
2. Keep a journal. It can be extremely cathartic to let those feelings loose on paper. Grab a pen and a nice journal and chronical your different thoughts throughout the day.
3. Join a cancer support group. There are groups in nearly every community offering opportunities to connect with others going through a similar journey. You'll learn incredibly helpful insight from others who can tell you about what to expect and how to stay strong on tough days.
4. Consider seeing a therapist. Ask your doctor to refer you to a therapist so you can discuss your fears and concerns in a safe space. Often, vocalizing your thoughts and feelings rather than internalizing them can provide relief.
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