Why me? These problems have occurred to me. Why? There is an injustice in life that is unexplained. Your loved one has this disease now. Accept. Nothing can be done to change the past. It is best to reconcile with that emotion. Coping with that injustice is challenging. Your loved…
Leaning forwardEye contactSmile"Yes," "Uh-huh" How many times do we talk to our loved one from across the room, our minds busy with the schedule of the day? Is it any wonder that they haven't heard us? We connect when we: Stop what you are doing,Look at your loved one in…
Listening shows that we care and is an amazing act of kindness. Listening allows the speaker to be understood. When we feel understood, we feel: super-human.a strong bond with who we are talking to. Understanding When we understand, we: Accept. Empathize, to put ourselves in that person's position. Offer compassion.…
"You'll get lost!""You can hurt someone!""No one wants to drive with you." These are all valid reasons for why your loved one should not drive. Reasoning with your loved one causes disagreements. Providing Reasons Causes Arguments Although your loved one looks and sounds like they normally do, it is important…
I’ve got a secret to tell: many times, when I communicate with my now adult children, I am not expressing myself the way I want to. A joke is not received jokingly. Additionally, I often hear, “Mom, you’re not helpful.” While I am at work, I listen, provide advice, and…