Ignite your potential
Every couple, no matter how close they are can get into a fight. It is important to bear in mind that fights or arguments are ways in which couples try to want to make the other person understand how they are feeling. Disagreements can come up so it is important to keep in mind rules so that out of there is a resolution.
No threats.
Threats do not help resolve the problem. It is important to stay focused on the issue(s).
Be realistic and patient
It takes time working through emotions and implementing new positive coping mechanisms.
Focus on the positives
Give yourself credit for positive things in your life.
Identify triggers
Find out what thoughts, feelings, situations influence your eating.
Have a strong support system
Have a network of people with positive coping strengths around you.
Talk to your doctor
Talk to your doctor about positive eating habits and also medications that cause an increase in serotonin.
Self-Awareness Journal
Record what you are eating, when, and how you felt.
Find why you feel like eating and substitute more positive behaviors
Perhaps you feel like eating because you are bored. Look for positive hobbies to keep your attention. Art, singing, golfing, basketball, etc.
Identify what you feel
Are you feeling sad or stressed? What is the source of that. Is it your job? College? Find ways to deal with that stress effectively.
Life is not perfect
Worries are bound to come up and food will not resolve it. Accept that worries come up and do the best and move forward.
Have you noticed that when you are stressed your fingers move towards the sweet candy? How about a cup of coffee and a muffin? I know I am most vulnerable to overeating foods or foods that are unhealthy when I am stressed. Here are questions to ask when understanding your eating history. It is important to talk to a professional if you find that food is a way to make you feel better, especially if there is overeating, starvation, and vomiting involved.
Kinds, amounts, and frequency of food use.
Foggy memories or difficulty concentrating after eating too much.
Take care of yourself first
In order to care for another, you need to have enough physical and emotional energy. Fir example getting adequate rest, enjoying your hobbies are essential.
Accept current circumstances
Don’t waste your energy trying to think your way out. Be realistic and make sensible choices.
Self-review
From time to time evaluate your emotions, use of time, self-care and personal goals. Make changes as needed.
Obtain help for yourself
It is difficult to see those you love decompensating physically or psychologically. Finding community resources to assist.
The following are 5 tips on how to be a healthy caregiver, when caring for elderly parents.
Set boundaries
It is important to set limits after deciding what you will, won’t or can’t do. Setting limits does not mean that you are a bad caregiver. It means you are conscious of the responsibilities of being a caregiver. Being an effective caregiver means that you are able to take care of yourself so that you can care for others.
Live in the moment
Avoid negative thoughts such as “what if” and do what is right for you. Accept that you cannot control others all the time. Avoid unnecessary worry.
As many as 5.3 million people in the United States are living with Alzheimer’s Disease http://www.publicspark.com/2008/03/24/what-you-need-to-know-when-your-loved-one-has-alzheimers-disease-part-i/. Recognizing warning symptoms is an important step in getting treatment for a loved one who may have Alzheimer’s disease. After recognizing symptoms, it is important to consult with a physician.
Memory Loss
While everyone forgets a name or a task, frequent forgetfulness with confusion is a sign that something is wrong.
Difficulty performing normal and familiar tasks
For example, making a complete dinner (which is a nightly occurrence) and then forgetting to serve it.
Rely on your support system
A support system could consist of your therapist, physician, family members, friends, people of your church, co-workers, etc. It is important to surround yourself with positive people, as they can be a positive influence.
Humor
Laughter is the best medicine does have some truth. Laughter is a great stress reliever. Smiling a lot can also make someone feel better.
Good nutrition and adequate sleep
Caffeine can increase your anxiety. Balancing your diet with vegetables, proteins, vitamins can help you feel emotionally better. Also it is important to get adequate sleep every day. Lack of sleep can leave people feeling groggy, angry, and anxious.
Exercise
Walking, running, or any type of aerobic exercise is a good stress reliever. It decreases muscle tension and gives you more energy.
Using positive self-talk
Talking to yourself contributes greatly to how you feel. Positive affirmations like “I will have a good day” goes a long way.
Keeping a journal
This is one way of venting your feelings and frustration. Writing down your thoughts can also help declutter ideas that may be contributing to your anxiety.
Confront phobias
There may be fears or phobias contributing to your anxiety. It is important to work with a professional therapist in combatting phobias depending on the severity.
Identify source of anxiety
Recognize symptoms of anxiety. How often do you get them? In what situations?
Confront anxiety
Motivate yourself to understand issues related to your anxiety.
Relaxation skills
Anxiety can contribute to becoming physically stressed, but the body is connected in such a way that when a body is stressed it cannot be relaxed. Therefore, when a body is relaxed it cannot be stressed. Techniques that promote relaxation include progressive muscle relaxation, deep breathing, visualization, and meditation.
Problem solve
Deal with issues, creating your anxiety that you can do something about. For those that you can’t do anything about learn to let go.
