When So Much Changes, Can the Love Stay the Same?
Oct 24 2012 in Denise's Blog, Your Caregiving Journey by Denise
On Saturday, Holly, who cares for her husband, Dave, joined me for Table Talk on Your Caregiving Journey. You can listen to our show via the player below.
Holly spoke about the changes that have happened in her marriage since Dave’s diagnosis of dementia. The changes are difficult, particularly those that impact their intimate life. We spoke about how Holly manages her sadness and how she works through her feelings when she sees, for instance, a couple holding hands.
I’d love to know what you think: When so much changes in your relationship because of caregiving, can your love for your caree stay the same? Please share your thoughts in our comments section, below.
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Donna said on October 24, 2012
I honestly can’t thank you enough, Holly, for sharing this. I’m 42, and my physical relationship with my husband changed in the same way five years ago following his brain injury. I appreciate your amazing positive perspective on life. I am also striving to feel content and fulfilled by demonstrating unconditional love.
Pegi said on October 24, 2012
Thanks for sharing Holly. This is a great topic most people don’t even think about. Your daily life changes and you tend to just go with the flow. But I understand what you mean, I really miss a good bear hug from my hubby!
Trish said on October 25, 2012
This was a terrific show! I appreciated Holly opening her heart to us and talking so honestly about her situation. Thanks to both Denise & Holly for a great show and for the crowd in the chat room. (If you haven’t been in the chat room during one of Denise’s shows, then you haven’t had the full experience of her shows!).
Catrina said on November 3, 2012
An excellent show Denise! thank you Holly for taking on this subject from a personal perspective! this is a subject that affects all of us. I feel love does stay, but do think there are changes, physically and otherwise as we adapt to the ‘new normal’ .I think a maternal side emerges often as we care for our loved one, but I feel the original feeling of love is with us. When I see couples getting a big hug, I know I miss that a lot! Holly, please keep a chapter in your new book for this important aspect of affection and love. It needs to be addressed and you are the perfect one to address this very real though rather private aspect within caregiving.