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Choose
to take charge of your life, and don't let your loved one's illness or disability
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Remember to be good to yourself. Love, honor and value yourself. You're doing a very hard job and you deserve some quality time, just for you. |
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Make
it a daily challenge to find ways to move your body.Climb stairs if given
a choice between that |
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Watch out for signs of depression, and don't delay in getting professional help when you need it. |
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When people offer to help, accept the offer and suggest specific things that they can do. |
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Educate yourself about your loved one's condition. Information is empowering |
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Avoid the obvious such as fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats |
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Give up just one cigarette…. the next one. |
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If you can't live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled rooms, high traffic areas, breathing in highway fumes and exercising near busy thoroughfares. |
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Avoid Excessive Drinking . |
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Keep a Positive Mental Outlook |
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There's a difference between caring and doing. Be open to technologies and ideas that promote your loved one's independence. |
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Trust your instincts. Most of the time they'll lead you in the right direction. |
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Grieve for your losses, and then allow yourself to dream new dreams. |
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Stand up for your rights as a caregiver and a citizen. |
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Seek support from other caregivers. There is great strength in knowing you are not alone. |
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