When you take on the role of carer for a loved one, it’s important to do your research so as to not be surprised by the amount of work that it takes. But even when one does look at all the angles, it’s hard to really understand the challenges you…
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Betrayal is a tough pill to swallow. I doubt that there is a person alive who has not felt betrayed at some time or another. Merriam-Webster offers several definitions of the word betray that reveal its potential to wound: 1) to fail or desert especially in time of need; 2)…
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A mesothelioma diagnosis, or learning of any chronic disease can feel completely overwhelming. It’s a life changer. But, as I’ve learned in dealing with my husband’s diagnosis of IBM (Inclusion Body Myositis), knowledge is power. The more we learn about not only the illness itself, but the means of dealing…
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If you’re a caregiver, as I am, chances are good that your initial response to give from your abundance was, “yeah, right.” In fact, women are the caregivers of the world. We’re mothers, teachers, nurses, friends, sisters, and daughters and in these roles we care for others. We give until…
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Avoiding burnout as a caregiver is a necessary, but challenging undertaking. It is an unfortunate truth that many caregivers find themselves in a state of emotional and physical exhaustion at some point in the process. Caregiving is an extremely demanding job. Most caregivers have insufficient support and are the primary…
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Life after 50 just keeps getting better and better! It’s the perfect time to start taking better care of yourself and making the changes you’ve always wanted to make. After all, the effort you make now will help ensure you enjoy your older wiser years. Now is the time to…
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Positive Aging for Women
