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Worth Repeating Wednesdays ~ Gratitude
A fellow blogger’s post worth repeating on Gratitude.
Lessons Learned From the Heart of an Athlete
Anatomically, the heart of an athlete is no different than anyone else. It is a frame of mind, a way of being. It is a way of life.
Worth Repeating Wednesdays ~ Asking for Help
People who have a high amount of compassion and are caregivers tend to put a lot of effort into helping and often don’t recognize when or how to ask for it themselves. This week’s link gets you to a list of five quick questions to help you determine if it’s time to ask for help.
Professional Caregiving ~ Get the Scoop
You and your loved one are unique individuals so it is important to identify what you both need when it comes time to choose a professional caregiver. Here’s another helpful list of six key unique needs to consider.
When Caregiving Becomes Too Much – Part 2
Susan Dost (CEO) and Jeromy Meyer (Director of Community Outreach and Client Services) from Sheridan Care share a list of questions they recommend you ask when it comes time to choose a professional in home caregiver.
When Caregiving Becomes Too Much ~ Part 1
Five signs it is time to reach out for help from a professional caregiver.
Bucket Lists ~ What’s the Point?
The point of a bucket list isn’t just to keep writing things down. The point is to find a way, even in the face of challenges, to create those moments and cross things off the damn list.
Pouring Water on the Witch
Imagine you’re Dorothy. You feel trapped, overwhelmed, afraid of the unknown and what’s to come. Flying monkeys circle around you at the order of the Wicked Witch. And suddenly you’re standing there face to face with a major obstacle that acts like a wall between you and your goal of thriving.
Wahhhhh!…I Wanna Quit!
Is there something in the air today? Find out more about the conversation around quitting and learn one of my dirty little secrets.
Caregiving Without Boundaries ~ Is This You?
So much compassion goes into being a caregiver. But when you take on this role without setting healthy boundaries the cost can be your own health and well being. It can also result in caregiver burnout. What you can do be there for as long as you’re needed.