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Memories of Labor Day
Labor Day – originally designed to honor working people – has come to stand for a time of change for families each year. It signals the end of summer and those lazy days – where did that time go? Now we’re into fall and back to school. Do you have a child starting a new year in grade school, high school, college? Likely that entails more than sharpening pencils and pulling out the backpack. As you prepare for your end-of-summer barbeque, what does their return to school mean to you? … Continue reading
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Tagged change, coping, fall, family, Labor Day, memories, school, work
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National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Thriving after any serious illness is complicated and sometimes feels like an uphill struggle. Today’s coping tips can help you support yourself – emotionally and physically – along the difficult course of dealing with beast cancer and its treatments. As you move through this process, you find that staying informed and involved at each step gives a sense of power and resiliency. The National Cancer Institute, a part of NIH, has a wide range of materials to make this job easier. And here are some more tips to help you … Continue reading
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Tagged anger, anxiety, challenge, control, coping, depression, diet, exercise, illness, National Breast Cancer Awareness, NBCAM, positive meaning, recovery, resiliency, self care, stress, survival
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Tough Enough to Wear Pink
Now that October – designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month – is here, a focus for women is early detection and improved treatments. As a breast cancer survivor myself, I have participated in many Walks over the years and this weekend I again joined with other families to raise funds for finding a cure. Each time I have walked with others to support research, I find that what we really support is each other. The camaraderie and sisterhood that comes from walking together and working together to fight breast … Continue reading
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The Sandwich Generation Takes a Big Bite
As a member of the Sandwich Generation, there’s a lot to chew on. Monday we focused on the practical issues as your parents decline and need more support from you, the family and their community. Now here are some ideas specifically for you that may impact your perspective during this difficult time: Caregiver groups can be a lifesaver for you. These consist of others who are part of the sandwich generation and understand exactly what your life is like. Led by a group facilitator, you’ll get support, information, suggestions. You … Continue reading
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Tagged adult kids, caregivers, coping, family, Grandparents, Sandwich Generation, stress
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