Face
Jul 11 2011 in Denise's Blog, Weekly Comforts by Denise
Oooooooh, you may think. How am I going to face this?
It may be another diagnosis, yet another new home health aide, a different treatment regime, a visit from family, a decision about end-of-life care.
Or, it could simply be another day.
When it seems that what you face is too big for you, call in the support. Tell a trusted friend that you feel like it’s getting to be too much. Take a walk. Share your worry with your online support group. Say a prayer. Call the home care agency and ask for more help. Write it out in your journal. Check with the doctor about additional services that can help. Close your eyes and meditate.
When you call in the support, you can see you don’t face these worries, challenges and days alone. You have support you can see. You also have support you can feel. When it seems too hard to face, having support you can see and feel can feel like a strong hand on your back.
When you know others have your back, you can face anything.
We have your back. Feel how our hands keep you steady and facing the sun.
Resources
- Our Caregiving Summer School, Session II, starts next week! Our classes will help you understand where you’ve been so you can plan for where you’re going on your caregiving journey. Our classes also help you start your journal; set boundaries; accept help; and start Mondays on the right foot. Each class costs $27 and takes place conveniently over the phone. Register today here.
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Bette said on July 11, 2011
Thank you Denise.
I am so grateful for the classes you are offering us this summer.
The strength and courage I receive from each is truly a gift.
To move on, day to day in caregiving is a workout in itself that I never anticipated.
Thank you for creating a place where caregivers can have the support needed to feel better and do better.
The blogs, classes, shows, coaching…we have a list of resources that are immeasurable – we are truly equipped. Thank you!
Denise said on July 12, 2011
Hi Bette!! You are very welcome! I’m so grateful for all you do for me. You really and truly keep me going.
Jane said on July 12, 2011
I totally agree with Bette. I can’t tell you the blessings I have received.
Hugs:o)
Jane
Trish said on July 13, 2011
I agree with Bette & Jane, Denise. I may not always comment on your posts but do appreciate them and they always make me think. Same with the Twitter messages. Love them!
Kathy said on July 13, 2011
Link my wagon on this this train. I agree with Bette, Jane and Trish.
You are a treasure Denise