You may be caring for someone with Dementia or another illness. Recognizing you matter too is crucial to everyone’s well-being.

Have a game plan – what is your plan for self care?

You will be better able to care for your loved ones if you are taking care of yourself.  You deserve to be happy. You matter!!!!!  You can’t give what you don’t have!!

Before you reach your limits get help!  

Be aware of your own well-being. If you are feeling overwhelmed, tearful, agitated, anxious, or impatient with others. Recognize these signs that you may need help yourself. Avoid the downward spiral of depression, which lowers self-esteem and increases feelings of unworthiness.

Be proactive and get help!!  Asking for help is actually a sign of strength!!!! Invest in your own happiness…

Evaluate your whole self. Support your mind, body, spirit, and emotional well-being. Empower yourself. Nourish your soul with hobbies, activities, and friendships. One of the biggest predictors of health is actually friendships. Surround yourself with positive people that encourage and build you up.

Learn how to manage your mind, your thoughts, get counseling, therapy, or Life Coaching. Discussing your emotions is a release and an opportunity for feedback. It is empowering to feel understood and that you are not alone on your journey.

Never make a decision when under a lot of stress.  Leave time to be thoughtful about the problems you need to solve and decisions you need to make for yourself and your loved ones.

How do you build reliance – by encouraging others.  You get Love when you give Love. When you help others, it uplifts your own soul.

Connect to your higher power.