You might remember the “strong, silent type” of guy from the movies in the 40’s. He’s the self-reliant guy who with the poker face who never let anyone know how he was feeling. A lot of guys are still walking around holding in their emotions. And it’s not helping them, nor is it helping the […]
Anger is a normal human emotion. We all get angry from time to time. Living with a chronic condition can bring up all kinds of angry feelings. What do you do with all that anger? Here’s a link to an article I just published: http://justgotdiagnosed.com/resources/whew-ever-mad-seven-remedies-angry-feelings/
When things don’t feel all that rosy, don’t pressure yourself to pretend otherwise. Let the people you are closest to know when you are having one of those days that we all have from time to time, when the challenges of life, including but not limited to your diagnosis, are just plain frustrating. And then […]
Have you ever taking a look at side effect list that comes with your medications or done some research on the Web? If so, do you ever notice anything on the list that worries you? Or, on the other hand, are you avoiding those side effect lists so that you don’t have to think about […]
Spring is a time to of rebirth. So how about freshening up your routine? Get involved with activities that you can participate in and that give you joy. And add some new ones. Hobbies to enjoy on your own, as well as the things you do for and with people you care about. Get outdoors […]
When you’re having a bad day, it can seem like nothing in your life is going right. But most likely, there’s something specific that’s triggering it. Ask yourself: What’s bothering me? The cause may be physical. It may be emotional. It may about a relationship. If you can identify the cause of your bad day, […]
Laugh (or at least smile). Having a sense of humor is a great antidote for stress. And let’s face it, sometimes you just gotta stand back, shake your head, and laugh. Better yet, find someone who can have a laugh along with you. Humor helps you to maintain your perspective and avoid getting caught up […]
Update your knowledge – continuously. Learn how to monitor your own symptoms, including any new developments that you may want to talk to your doctor about. Stay abreast of the newest thinking about what you can do to take the best possible care of yourself. And medical science is constantly on the move, so keep […]
Someone once said to me, “On the day I received my diagnosis, I listened to my favorite music and I felt like I was hearing it as I had never heard it before.” Practice being in the present moment, and not caught up in rehashing the past or worrying about the future. Be aware of […]
Use teachable moments to educate your partner. Acknowledge the words or gestures that promote a positive atmosphere in your household, no matter how simple. This is the best way to let your partner know what he/she can do to promote harmony at home. Use magic works like “Thank you” and “That was so nice for […]