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The Purpose of Life
Posted by: | CommentsIn an interview with Paul Bradshaw, Rick Warren author of The Purpose Driven Life, said, “Life is a series of problems: Either you are in one now, you’re just coming out of one, or you’re getting ready to go into another one. The reason for this is that God is more interested in your character than your comfort.”
As a caregiver it is hard sometimes to see any good in the experience. But I have learned lessons and grown during my nine years of caring. I have developed character and patience during this tough challenge. Rick Warren has experienced it first hand as well, as his wife has battled cancer.
What is the purpose of life? Here is my personal answer; “The meaning of life is finding your gift. The purpose of life is giving it away.”
Touch of JOY
Put On Your Oxygen Mask
Posted by: | CommentsComing home from a vacation, I was reminded for the zillionth time, “If you are traveling with small children, put on your oxygen mask first before assisting others.” This is exactly the message I want all Caregivers to hear loud and clear. Take care of yourself first! You must remain strong and healthy in order to take care of another person. Put on your own oxygen mask by remembering that YOU are the most important person in the experience. Self Care if your top priority. Check out the book, Put On Your Oxygen Mask by Leesa Gibbons.
In caring, Joy
Breathe
Posted by: | Comments“You can’t breathe in yesterday and you can’t breathe in tomorrow. You can only breathe in the present moment.” I read that somewhere and it is so true. To deal with the challenge of today, we need to be present today.
Oprah Winfrey says, “Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” What a message for people everywhere and especially for caregivers and parents. Don’t waste a minute of today. Live it to the fullest.
“Try to take a breath five minutes ago. Okay, that didn’t work. Try to breathe five minutes from now. That didn’t work either. You see, we can only breathe for right now.” That’s advice from Eugene D. Holden, in Science of the Mind.
When you find the day too tough to deal with, stop, close your eyes, and take in a deep breath. Do it right now. Wow, instant stress relief.
Touch of Joy Golliver
