HOW DO YOU TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF WHILE TAKING CARE OF A LOVED ONE?

There are times when it feels like a balancing act, taking care of a loved one while practicing self care at the same time. Sometimes it's a hard balancing act to keep up with, and on other days things are easier. Most of us are caregivers, being a caregiver does not mean that we don't have our own needs. We have our own needs and desires but we rise to the challenge to help others while battling our own hardships. Being a caregiver is not to be taken lightly, it is a selfless and honorable act. 

Some of you may be a parent caring for a child, caring for a elderly person or caring for a family member. Whatever the task at hand, you can pat yourself on the back because you are doing the best that you can. Taking care of the needs of another person is a very serious commitment. Everything has to be carefully considered before making every decision for someone else's life. It is a serious responsibility and it is hard to handle at times, but it is an act of love. 

We so generously give to others, it is a good thing to be generous to ourselves as well. We cannot forget to give love to ourselves. We are worth the same love that we give to others. The love and nurture that we give to others, we have to remember to give that same thing to ourselves. We can be great caregivers and practice self care at the same time.

The balancing act isn't easy, but a caregiver's health and happiness matters. Taking time for ourselves is not selfish but it is a act of self love. I hope that in the midst of caring for our loved ones that we find time to care for ourselves. We are worth it! 

Are You Looking Forward To The Holidays?

 It's only September, but already the weather is getting colder; at least here in New Jersey it is. October is upon us and when it arrives the holidays seem to roll in one after the other. With the corona virus still among us, this holiday will be different than any other. The holidays is already a busy and rough time for many people, adding a pandemic further complicate things. 

I plan to lay low this Thanksgiving, I will probably stay at home with my immediate family or maybe I will invite a few close family members over to my home. I am undecided, I am watching to see how the corona virus develops this winter. Whatever, I do I want to be safe doing it. Even though there are serious things happening in the world, I don't want it to take away the joy of the holidays. 

In just 5 short months it will be a year since the corona virus has been among us here in the United States. It's hard to believe that it's been that long. The year 2020 has proven itself to be very unpredictable. This year has been filled with surprises and difficulties, but what remains true is that we are a people of great strength and resilience. I'm sure that I speak for many when I say that, I wish I could wake up one day to the news that this pandemic has ended. I still remain hopeful that one day this pandemic will be a distant memory. Although, we will always respect and honor those who lost their precious lives in this global catastrophic event. Despite this, life goes on and we can persevere through this. 

Whatever your holidays plans are, I hope that it's a great one. I hope that you have a safe and joyous holiday season. 

Living The Masked Life

 Our new favorite accessory is a mask, wearing a mask everywhere has become the new normal. Wearing a mask has become so necessary because of the invisible virus that is lurking among us. Sometimes I look around and see a sea of people wearing masks and I am in disbelief that this is our new reality. I also find myself slow to go to the usual places that I usually go. I am cautious and take every precaution to make sure these places are safe before I go there.

Getting My Feet Wet

Restaurants have just begun to open for in door dinning, and my family and I decided to test is out. We went to a local chain restaurant and we had a very pleasant and safe experience. We are slowly trying different activities that will help us to live somewhat of a normal life. My family and I have plans to venture out and try other safe activities as other business are opening up to serve their customers. 

Mask Up And Be Safe

It maybe unusual to wear a mask everywhere, but we are living in a changing world. I want to be healthy and to also keep others safe. I am doing my part and I know that others are too. I see people being creative making their own masks. The creative masks has become apart of our personality, why not have fun while protecting ourselves. Whether our masks are store bought or hand made, it is a joy to be able to show our personality through a mask. We are in this together and we will get through this pandemic together.