dealing with loss
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Taking Care of Your Brain Health 💡🧠
Taking care of your brain health is just as crucial as maintaining physical wellness. By incorporating a few simple habits into your daily routine, you can keep your mind sharp, enhance cognitive function, and protect against cognitive decline. Essential Tips for Optimal Brain Health: Eat a Brain-Boosting Diet : Incorporate a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Foods high in Omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, are particularly beneficial for cognitive function and brain health. Stay Physically Active : Engage in regular physical activity to increase blood flow to the brain and support neuron health. Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise most days to…
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Why Do People Journal?
Have you heard people talk about journaling and wondered why they do it? Is there any benefit, or is it yet another thing to add to your already full day? How can it possibly help? I thought those same things! I felt like I was barely keeping my head above water with my job, family, and caregiving. I’m asking you to read on and consider if journaling might help you. I’m NOT asking you to do it or commit to anything; I’m just offering thoughts to ponder. If it’s something you want to try, great! If it’s not for you, that’s okay too. And for those avid journalers among us,…
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Tips for Getting Through the Holiday Season After Loss
photo by Pixabay We expect to spend time with our loved ones during the holiday season. But when the person we want to see most has died, the pain can seem unbearable. That doesn’t mean you won’t get through it, though. Courtesy of The Purple Vine, here are some ways to honor the person you lost while still living your own life to the fullest -- just like the departed would want you to. Accept Your Grief and Honor the Departed First, don’t pretend it didn’t happen. Pretending that everything is fine will only prolong the grief and make it feel like you’ve forgotten the person. If you need…
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Changing Pace: Relocation After Loss
People move for many reasons, and the loss of a spouse or other family member is one of these. If you find yourself in this situation, you should know that moving is an excellent way to give yourself a new start. But it is a challenging and emotional process. The Purple Vine shares a few tips on how to get through making the decision and prepping your current home for sale. STAY OR GO? The only real advice to give here is that no one can tell you if you are making the right decision, though it’s easier to leave if you have a remote job that allows you to…
