There are days when it is much harder to be motivated than others. I often wonder why it is people think they have to be motivated at all times in order to move forward with something. Most of us have times when we feel motivated and times when we don’t. Feeling motivated is exhilarating, inspiring […]
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As you embark on this caregiving journey, one thing stands out: the roles you play as a caregiver. Just as you have different roles in your everyday life, caregiving introduces you to new ‘parts’ of your identity. With the addition of caregiving responsibilities, you learn to adapt, sometimes changing your roles or expanding the ones you already hold.
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I am in the midst of moving (quite a task, I must say) and I’ve been struck by just how quickly time passes. Packing up my belongings has brought forth memories that stir my heart, some from the beginning days of Breathing Spaces. I’ve been handling cherished keepsakes that remind me of moments and loved ones, gazing at old photographs that evoke sweet memories, and pondering over moments that have slipped away.
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I’ve come to recognize a particular sound. The sound of a walker as it thumps, drags, and scrapes across the floor. My husband, Mark, is now using a walker. I’m not sure if he is pushing the walker or the walker is pulling him. Whichever it is, I am grateful it is keeping my husband
Caregiving is a journey that demands an immense amount of endurance, both physically and emotionally. As caregivers, we are constantly called upon to provide support, compassion, and love to those in our care. Yet, it is also very important that we do not neglect our own emotional well-being. Endurance is not just about the ability to keep going; it is about the strength to maintain our own inner balance and resilience.
