Caregiver Recharge exploring Caregivers
Hey Reader! Caregiver Recharge helps you learn the value of taking time for yourself! Let's explore Caregivers Today, while I stopped for a break from riding my bike, I witnessed a touching interaction. There was a man in a wheelchair who had suffered a stroke, and he was showing a picture of his late wife to a person walking a dog. I could sense that the dog walker was busy, but she stayed and listened to the man talk about his wife. The dog walker mentioned that one of her in-laws had also...
5 months ago • 1 min readCaregiver Recharge exploring happy place
Hey Reader What makes you feel joy or peace? Jenn's Happy Place Do you have a place in your mind where you can go when life gets difficult? It's a place where you can engage in an activity or relax in a space that brings you joy and a sense of happiness. I find joy in relaxing outside in the sunshine with a good book that makes me smile and resonates with the reflections of my own life. When approached with joy, these everyday activities can be a source of solace and comfort, allowing you to...
5 months ago • 1 min readCaregiver Recharge exploring awareness
Hey Reader It's great to see you taking time for yourself. Congratulations!! Exploring Awareness Today, I'm focusing on how connecting with nature helps increase awareness of our surroundings, thoughts, and emotions. Being aware has shown me the negative impact of harmful thoughts ......and the importance of living in the present. It helps me focus on present joy and understand how to care for my physical and mental well-being, ultimately improving my overall wellness. As a caregiver,...
8 months ago • 1 min readCaregiver Recharge exploring mindfulness
Create a new healthier you! Keep up the great work. I'm proud of you as a caregiver. Hey Reader Explore Mindfulness I become mindful as I walk in nature, slowly engaging my senses to appreciate the beauty around me. I see the wildflowers, hear the birds, and feel the sunshine's warmth on my face. I focus on experiencing the present moment without judgment, feeling grateful for this time of self-care. So, mindfulness is being present without doubts or fears entering your mind. You are in the...
9 months ago • 1 min readCaregiver Recharge exploring resiliency
Hey Reader I'm glad you joined me in developing physical and mental strength to cope with caregiver stresses and build resiliency in your duties. Congratulations! Let's Explore Resiliency I enjoy walking in the forest to breathe fresh air and take a break from my busy day. I usually refer to this as "me-time." Today, as part of my caregiver recharge solution, I practiced yoga and focused on an object before me. To help me balance, I used a tree to place my hand on, but if you prefer to...
10 months ago • 1 min read