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Be the painter behind the canvas, the lifter with their weights, be the person that is fulfilled by life and invigorated by their passion. Set the goal of the self and then pursue it endlessly.
Mother Nature has healing powers that are capable of being felt by anyone who’s willing to give her the time. In other words, taking in a breath of fresh air every once in a while might be the best option for one who is eager to improve, or at least feel more willing to embrace, the life they see around them.
Volunteering and activism at any age are one of the most direct ways to impact and help improve your community, and among the elderly, it proves to be a great way to create a mutually beneficial partnership to occupy one’s free time while providing aid and support to their area.
There is a common question to gauge one’s passion, “If you are the only human left in this world, what would you do?” This question is flawed, the dread, and necessities of the situation are often confused for the purpose of the question. I propose a new one. “What will you do in a utopia.” I propose that the most common answer is “I will create art”.
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Life After Loss
It’s never too late to start a new adventure. All of these options are great ways to start a new and rewarding hobby, and each has the potential to improve your emotional, mental, and social health.
Sturdy emotional health can be a tool in your toolbox, assisting you in managing adversities like a terminal illness diagnosis or the passing of a loved one.
While some choose more insular retirement communities and homes, others prefer to maintain more independence, living in areas that may not be designated specifically for older adults.
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Settling Affairs
It is important to recognize that the amount of money you spend on a funeral does not correlate to the amount you care for your loved one. One can hold a meaningful memorial without going into debt.
Posting about illness or death is sure to be one the most difficult updates to make on social media. We hope these tips will help you feel empowered to post in a way that honors and respects those whom you are writing about.
Grieve and Remember
We have put together a list of various accounts you can follow that deal with grief and related topics if you’re searching for accessible mental health resources, or just community.
When your pet passes away, it is normal to feel affected by grief. You may not even know what to do next. If so, keep calm and follow these steps.
For those grieving a loss, there can be a struggle to connect with or express feelings. When that occurs, simple things like worksheets, which offer a set of prompts to reply to and tasks to perform, can help with recording emotions, assessing the level and phase of grief that one is experiencing, and moving the process (delicately) along.
While every individual copes with grief differently, meditating at this sensitive time can help calm an anxious mind, confront emotions, and relieve physical tension.
Have you heard of the saying “talk less, listen more?” To a grieving loved one, this phrase can be the greatest gift they didn’t know they needed.
Healing from a loss is truly a process: grieving and mourning are steps in the journey towards recovery.
Peace of Mind for You and Your Family
A caring solution to help you plan for the future and settle affairs after a loss.
Find out how to share your accomplishments and keep them alive for future generations. Read out tips on how to find programs that connect older adults with younger generations.