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Taking Care of You

It's easy to lose track of yourself when you are in the midst of taking care of your loved one. Here are some strategies for taking care of yourself, even if you have very limited time.

Creating Your Own Space
Often when you are focused on taking care of someone else, you forget about yourself. It's easy to think of everything your loved one might need or what might make them feel better. It's just as easy . . . keep reading
Avoiding Burnout
Supporting a loved one with cancer can take on so many roles during the cancer journey….at first the focus is on research and communication, then moves into the physical realm of care. While your . . . keep reading
Asking for Help
Many caregivers have a difficult time asking for help. It's often easier to say "no thanks" to well-meaning friends and family than to sit down and define how you could actually accept and use the he . . . keep reading
Journaling Prompts
Sandy Grason
Journaling prompts are the magic launching pad that will get you writing and quiet your mind.  A prompt can be anything -- a word, a thought, or a phrase -- that encourages you to begin journaling. It . . . keep reading
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