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🌟 At Hand in Hand Hospice, Friendship is More Than Just a Connection—It's Vital to Our Health! 🌟 We understand that friendship is crucial to a healthy, fulfilling life. That's why our care goes beyond exceptional medical support—we're dedicated to enriching our patients' emotional and social well-being. Health Benefits of Friendship: 🔹 Boosted Immune System: Regular interaction with friends helps your body fend off illness and recover more quickly. 🔹 Mental Health Support: Friends provide the emotional backing that reduces anxiety, depression, and loneliness. 🔹 Lower Blood Pressure: Strong social ties can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and even reduce the risk of heart disease. 🔹 Increased Longevity: People with strong social connections tend to live longer, healthier lives. 🔹 Cognitive Health: Engaging in conversations and activities with friends keeps the mind sharp and active. Our team understands the importance of relationships. We build genuine connections with our patients during our visits, offering companionship that lifts spirits. Whether it's sharing stories, playing games, or simply being a comforting presence, our goal is to ensure that no one feels alone. ✨ Interested in learning more about how Hand in Hand Hospice can support you or your loved one? Contact us today! ✨ #HospiceCare #Companionship #HealthyLiving #HandInHandHospice #FriendshipMatters #EndOfLifeCare

🌟 Recovery Journey: Keep Moving Forward! 🌟 Joining the conversation on #AddictionRecovery to remind you that every small step counts. 🧩 💬 "Recovery is not a race. You don't have to feel guilty if it takes you longer than you thought it would." Whether you're starting your journey or have been on this path for a while, remember that it’s okay to take it one day at a time. Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s essential. 🌿✨ Here are some tips to stay motivated: 1. Set Small Goals: Celebrate each milestone. 2. Build a Support Network: Surround yourself with positive influences. 3. Stay Active: Exercise can be a great outlet. 4. Seek Professional Help: Therapy and counseling can provide invaluable support. Many factors impact the recovery process, and these are some of the most crucial. If you are experiencing a substance use problem or need additional recovery support, contact Awakenings Treatment Center today. Call 833-832-7176 or visit our page/bio 🔗. We can help you reclaim your life and get on the path to recovery using a combination of evidence-based therapies and holistic practices. 🌟💪 Remember, your journey is unique. You’re stronger than you think. Keep pushing forward. #RecoveryPositivity #SelfCare #OneDayAtATime

During today's visit with R. Listor, we tackled some challenging health concerns. She's been battling illness and is worried about her summer camp plans, where mold exposure could worsen her condition and impact her career. Addressing the feeling of being out of control was key. By focusing on specific techniques, we worked on emotional and physical alignment, helping her regain a sense of stability and strength. It's all about holistic care to support both mind and body. #ChiropracticCare #HolisticHealing #EmotionalWellness

As you may have seen, today is International Self-Care day. It is obviously great that self-care is being more widely talked about and normalised. But, from my experience, it can also feel like yet another thing that we have to add to our to-do list. Having to meditate, do exercise, eat well, journalling, have good boundaries, for example. All absolutely important and well-meaning. I have certainly had times in my life when I have tried to do *all* the things. And it has often ended in stress, judgment, even shame, instead of self-care. These days I am trying to meet myself more where I am. - How do I feel today or any given moment? - What do I most need? Remembering what helped yesterday might not be what I need today. - Being curious and compassionate. That is what self-care looks like for me. How does it look for you? #selfcare #womensempowerment #mentalhealth

An unexpected hospital stay threw all my plans into chaos. Chaos is OK. Life is chaos. Healthy living means learning how to navigate, enjoy and thrive in the unexpected. Incarceration in a hospital (which is how it felt) sure was unexpected. One of the good things that came out of the experience was a reminder of the power of Self With Others as a way of seeing and navigating the world. From being able to identify the source of my discomfort, through choosing where most efficiently to direct attention, becoming present with the wonder of what's happening (even if it's not exactly pleasant), to accessing resources of deep inner calm amid the stress and overwhelm of a medical 'situation'. Self-With-Others helped me with all of these things. I didn't choose to go to hospital. I did choose how I would find my way through, and learn from, the experience. I am immensely grateful for that. For the last few months I've been running a test of an email sequence to guide people deep into an understanding of Self-With-Others. It's getting great responses from the group of 20 people round the world. Eventually I'll offer that sequence more widely. However my recent hospital experience convinced me that I want to offer a shorter, more accessible and - above all - free introduction to Self-With-Others. It helps me a lot. Every day. I'd like it to do the same for you. So that's what I've done. I've put together a free, 15-email sequence, to give you an overview of what Self-With-Others is, how it works and why it might just change your life. I'd love you to sign up and find out more. It asks nothing of you and if it doesn't suit you, you can always unsubscribe. You can find out more and sign up via the link in the comments. #personaldevelopment #healthyliving #connection #lifechange #confidence

We've all been there. At some point after med school, when we come face to face with the chaos of the medical and government systems, we feel a profound sense of disillusionment. This disappointing sense of loss is like a type of grief; a realisation that we are just one human in an overwhelmingly convoluted and broken system. We cannot change it by ourselves, yet we are still significant. For many doctors, this sense of reality can snowball into long-term apathy if not addressed. It's crucial to observe when disillusionment is creeping in, to acknowledge it, accept that it is a very natural part of life (and of being a doctor in general, particularly in South Africa), and to make small efforts to see different perspectives. Here are 4 questions you can ask yourself right now that may help loosen the disillusionment grip: 🔵 Where do I find myself right now of the spectrum of inspiration and disillusionment? Wherever I am is completely natural, and is also temporary. 🔵 What can I do to celebrate my small wins and the individual contribution I make to the collective? 🔵 In what ways can I bring more focus to the small moments I share with others? Perhaps it's a moment of joy with a patient who is discharged, or a look of shared recognition with a colleague. 🔵 What systems can I put into place in my own life that will help me handle this very taxing and overwhelming job? Perhaps it's a weekly walk in nature, or writing down a list of people you can call when you feel overwhelmed. #PhysicianWellbeing #coachingfordoctors #doctors #lifecoach #MedicalProfessionals

𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚: “𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘶𝘱𝘴𝘦𝘵.” “𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴, 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘯’𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘣𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳?” If we had a dollar for every time we've heard such comments, we'd be vacationing in the Bahamas by now. In a profession that is already misunderstood, such statements put therapists on a pedestal to meet the unrealistic expectations of having it together at all times. It leaves very little space for us to exist outside of our profession as humans and not therapists, and may even sometimes cause us to feel guilty for not doing and knowing enough. It would look like working 7 days a week, for 24 hours every day, which would obviously leave us feeling drained and burnt out. 𝗔 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 1. Offer another perspective if you know the person is one to listen. “𝘞𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘪𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵’𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘢 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘬?” 2. Or make a judgment to save your energy. Some people may not be open to understanding and learning. And as much as we want people to have the right information about the field, we can only do so much. #Therapists #Mentalhealth #Wellbeing

An unexpected hospital stay threw all my plans into chaos. Chaos is OK. Life is chaos. Healthy living means learning how to navigate, enjoy and thrive in the unexpected. Incarceration in a hospital (which is how it felt) sure was unexpected. One of the good things that came out of the experience was a reminder of the power of Self With Others as a way of seeing and navigating the world. From being able to identify the source of my discomfort, through choosing where most efficiently to direct attention, becoming present with the wonder of what's happening (even if it's not exactly pleasant), to accessing resources of deep inner calm amid the stress and overwhelm of a medical 'situation'. Self-With-Others helped me with all of these things. I didn't choose to go to hospital. I did choose how I would find my way through, and learn from, the experience. I am immensely grateful for that. For the last few months I've been running a test of an email sequence to guide people deep into an understanding of Self-With-Others. It's getting great responses from the group of 20 people round the world. Eventually I'll offer that sequence more widely. However my recent hospital experience convinced me that I want to offer a shorter, more accessible and - above all - free introduction to Self-With-Others. It helps me a lot. Every day. I'd like it to do the same for you. So that's what I've done. I've put together a free, 15-email sequence, to give you an overview of what Self-With-Others is, how it works and why it might just change your life. I'd love you to sign up and find out more. It asks nothing of you and if it doesn't suit you, you can always unsubscribe. You can find out more and sign up via the link in the comments. #personaldevelopment #healthyliving #connection #lifechange #confidence

1 - I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me. 2 - I wish I hadn't worked so hard. 3 - I wish I'd had the courage to express my feelings. 4 - I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends. 5 - I wish that I had let myself be happier. These are the top five regrets of the dying. Bronnie Ware, a nurse who spent years working in palliative care, wrote about the deep clarity on their life that people gain at the end of their lives. Insights on what truly matters and what they wish they've done differently. The problem with that is it's kind of late to change anything at that moment. We NEED get into habit of asking those questions on time - and regularly. The time is NOW to ask the big questions like: 🌱 What do I want from my life? 🌱 How will I ensure that I truly live it in the way I want, intentionally and consciously? 🌱 What do I like about my life - and what do I need to change? How will I do it? 🌱 What might be things I will regret not doing? If you could use a bit of support, structure and guidance in finding your answers - join me at Life Design online workshop on 9th of July at 10am CET (3h long). I have 1 spot left (and the next opportunity will be only in November). DM me "life design" to book the last spot at 97 eu. Or do the "homework" on your own - but stop postponing thinking about these questions. Cause they WILL turn into regrets. #lifedesign #happiness #wellbeing #regrets #goals #focus #vision

As advocates, we're passionate about standing up for others, but let’s not forget the importance of standing up for ourselves too—especially when facing vicarious trauma. Here’s how you can prioritize your own well-being while continuing your vital work: 1. Recognize the Signs: Vicarious trauma can sneak up on you. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally numb, or persistently anxious, it’s time to hit pause. 🌀 Advocate for Yourself: Listen to your body and mind. Acknowledge these feelings without judgment. It’s okay to not be okay, and it’s a crucial first step in caring for yourself. 2. Set Boundaries: It’s easy to get consumed by the needs of those we advocate for, but setting boundaries is essential for long-term sustainability. 🌀 Advocate for Yourself: Define your limits and stick to them. Schedule breaks, set work hours, and ensure you have downtime. Your effectiveness as an advocate depends on your ability to recharge. 3. Seek Support: You don’t have to carry the weight alone. Professional support, whether from a counselor, therapist, or support group, can be a game-changer. 🌀 Advocate for Yourself: Reach out for help when you need it. Connecting with others who understand your experiences can provide validation and strategies to cope with the emotional load. 4. Practice Self-Compassion: We often show more compassion to others than ourselves. It’s time to flip the script. 🌀 Advocate for Yourself: Treat yourself with the same kindness and understanding you offer to others. Celebrate your efforts and progress, no matter how small. Remember, by advocating for ourselves, we ensure we can continue to advocate for others effectively and sustainably. Let’s keep our passion alive and our hearts healthy. 💪🏾 #Advocacy #SelfAdvocacy #VicariousTrauma #SelfCare #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing