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10 Ways to Reduce Stress
1) Take breaks: It's crucial for caregivers to schedule regular breaks to rest and recharge. Even short breaks can help alleviate stress and prevent burnout. 2) Seek support: Don't hesitate to reach out to family members, friends, or support groups who can provide emotional support and share in the caregiving responsibilities. 3) Prioritize self-care: Make self-care a priority by engaging in activities you enjoy. This could include hobbies, exercise, meditation, or simply taking time for yourself. For me, it's gardening. That is a happy, peaceful place where I can relax. 4) Accept help: Allow others to lend a hand. Accept help with caregiving tasks, such as meal preparation, errands, or…
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10 Reasons You Should Be Coloring
Did you wake up one morning and say to yourself, "I think I'd like to be a caregiver cause that sounds like fun!" Yeah, I didn't think so. Most of us became caregivers because our loved ones needed help. Not necessarily because we WANTED to, it typically was because they needed us to. If you have a different reason or situation, let me know. Regardless of how or why, here we are, caring for another human. We're all doing the best we can in a position few feel qualified to do. Many of us did or are still doing a pretty good job of raising our kids, but caregiving for…
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7 Natural Ways To Calm Anxiety
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, over 18% of the American population struggles with some form of anxiety at any given time. Coping with anxiety can be complicated, especially since there’s no single treatment that works for everyone. So, let’s talk about 7 completely natural ways that you can calm your anxiety today. 1. Meditation & Deep Breathing Anxiety attacks and persistent anxiety typically come with the same few symptoms. You may notice that your heart rate is twice as fast as normal, that your blood pressure has skyrocketed, and that thoughts are racing through your mind at lightning speed. Meditation and deep breathing techniques can help…
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