by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 5, 2021 | Caregiving
Best Practices for Family Caregivers #2″Just let me know if you need anything,” is offered 10 to 100 times more than it is accepted. Why? Two reasons.1. You. You don’t want to be a burden. You don’t know how to articulate what you need....
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 1, 2021 | Caregiving
Best Practices for Family Caregivers #1 No matter what your situation, there are people who know things you don’t and who can do things you can’t. They have expertise, resources and experience. Ask them for a consult. You probably don’t want to ask...
by Bruce McIntyre | Jul 31, 2021 | Caregiving
End of summer reminders Not every day is full of “bluebirds on your shoulder.” Problem finders, negative people, and fussy folks bump into us. Surgeries, procedures and setbacks arise as well. Stuff happens. Not all of it ideal. Create beautiful moments anyway. Take a...
by Bruce McIntyre | Jul 29, 2021 | Caregiving
Taking Care of You #5Working and living with other people generates stress. However, the degree of anxious intensity escalates in your own mind. From the outside in and from the inside out, you grapple with managing tension.And so you long for calm, peace, and...
by Bruce McIntyre | Jul 16, 2021 | Caregiving
Taking Care of You #4 You may already be using one or more of these. Each one takes your mind off of problems and leads you to refocus. Pet Therapy. Your dog greets you warmly with no judgment every time. Petting and playing with dogs, cats, or most any pet takes your...
by Bruce McIntyre | Jul 12, 2021 | Caregiving
Taking Care of You #3 Several years ago I engaged in a guided spiritual retreat with 10-15 other people. Here, I was introduced to the Labyrinth. Contrary to initial assumptions, it is not a maze. Rather, the Labyrinth has one way in and one way out. At times you will...
