Good reminders. For us, the challenge is that things like exercise require an elusive combination of time, energy, and motivation. We’re slowly building healthier routines; but finding balance when you’re in caregiver mode 24/7 feels, well, impossible. Thanks for the reminder.
Great point, Josh. And I absolutely agree - balance is not possible for caregivers. Yet all the more reason for caregivers to keep trying to care for themselves.
Elizabeth, I can relate to what you wrote here. My son is on the autism spectrum and I have to be at the top of my game to keep up with him! 😄 I'm slowly learning to care for myself so I can better care for my family.
So wise to maintain your health for the daily care you are called to give, Melissa! Thanks for sharing how you are learning to care for yourself so you can care well for your family!
Yes, so true, Kate. Which in many ways is the reason I wrote this as a plea, because we want to be able to take a break at times and get much-needed rest.
Good reminders. For us, the challenge is that things like exercise require an elusive combination of time, energy, and motivation. We’re slowly building healthier routines; but finding balance when you’re in caregiver mode 24/7 feels, well, impossible. Thanks for the reminder.
Great point, Josh. And I absolutely agree - balance is not possible for caregivers. Yet all the more reason for caregivers to keep trying to care for themselves.
Elizabeth, I can relate to what you wrote here. My son is on the autism spectrum and I have to be at the top of my game to keep up with him! 😄 I'm slowly learning to care for myself so I can better care for my family.
So wise to maintain your health for the daily care you are called to give, Melissa! Thanks for sharing how you are learning to care for yourself so you can care well for your family!
I know what you say is true, it's so hard to care for your own needs when your focus is on someone else.
Yes, so true, Kate. Which in many ways is the reason I wrote this as a plea, because we want to be able to take a break at times and get much-needed rest.