ENTER WITH THANKSGIVING

The past couple of years have been difficult.

Losing my mother-in-law, uncle, grandfather, grandmother, and one of my best friends; feeling distant from family members that I desperately need; battling depression for the first time in my life; and so many life changes that my head spins. It is all so much.

Yet, when I think of the goodness of God, I see that there is so much to be thankful for. Through it all, I can still enter His gates with thanksgiving.

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Relax, Rejuvenate & Reintroduce Your Former Self After An Accident

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Everyone, at some point in their lives, will be subjected to an emotionally charged or traumatic event. As a result of an accident, or perhaps the loss of a loved one. Whatever you've been through, getting better isn't always as easy as taking a few days off. These tips for coping with trauma will help you recover as quickly as possible, whether it's physically or mentally, so that you can get back to your normal life as soon as possible.

Acknowledging that you need help is the first step in the process of healing from a life-changing event. If you're in need of additional support, it's a good idea to seek out the advice of a trusted friend or family member. They can accompany you to doctor's appointments, support you in therapy, or simply be there for you if you need it.

If you were involved in an accident that resulted in your traumatic experience, such as a car accident, you should also look into whether or not you are entitled to compensation for your losses. This is extremely important if you were injured in an accident that wasn't your fault and are now disabled. If both of these questions apply to you, you should consult with car accident attorneys who make a difference when it comes to getting the compensation you deserve. In the event you decide to get in touch with them, this website can provide you with more information about what to expect and how to proceed.

Once you've gotten that out of the way, it's time to focus on you, which is why we've come up with some ways for you to unwind, rejuvenate, and gradually reintroduce yourself to the person you were before.

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Losing a loved one.

If you're grieving the loss of a loved one, it's important to understand that it's perfectly acceptable to take some time to mourn. Most people are supposed to bounce back and carry on with their lives as soon as they have experienced the death of a close family member or friend. While life goes on, it's important to remember that it's okay to grieve and to give yourself permission to do so. Failure to do so may result in pent-up emotions waiting to burst when everything becomes too much.

Experiencing an accident that alters your way of life

Getting into an accident can leave you with life-altering injuries that force you to reevaluate your entire way of life. Life can be drastically altered by the loss of a body part or a limb. First and foremost, give yourself space to adjust to the new normal and, if necessary, seek professional help. Make the necessary adjustments so that you can remain as self-sufficient as possible at this point.

Seeing something that shocks you

Being traumatized does not always imply that you were involved in an accident. A person may be traumatized just by witnessing something, and it may be difficult for them to come to terms with it. It's critical to avoid media coverage of the event you witnessed to avoid reliving it, and similarly to the previous point, it's critical to recognize when you should seek therapy or consult a physician about the possibility of PTSD.

Spend time with your loved ones

Laughter is said to be the best medicine, so get together with your friends as often as possible. It's amazing what a positive impact having a close circle of friends and family can have on your overall well-being. A night out on the town or a day with your friends might help you forget about what happened and get back to feeling like yourself again.

Spend some time pampering yourself.

Even though having friends and family by your side can be comforting, there are times when being by yourself and focusing solely on your needs is all the soul needs to heal. There is nothing better than a well-balanced meal, a long soak in the tub, a good book, and an early night to reward yourself with a day of relaxation.

Avoid anything that brings your experience to mind.

Finally, as previously stated, being in the presence of anything that serves as a reminder of what happened is difficult. Stay as far away from your traumatic experience as possible. You never know what might have happened at work. Taking time off from work or looking for a new position can help you move on from the events of the past and look forward to a brighter future.

WEEKLY BLESSINGS {11/22/21}

 

Continuing to count God's sweet blessings...

3075. Weekend projects with my husband.

3076. Powerful church service.

3077. Sunday evening baking cookies with all of my kids.

3078. Rest.

3079. Looking forward to Thanksgiving.

It's your turn! Share something you are praising God for. I would love to rejoice with you.

6 Tips for Preparing Your Child for Their Doctors Visit

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Whether you’re taking your child in for a routine annual checkup, something serious, or even introducing them to a new doctor, just understand that this can be very frightening for them.  Since they’re most likely going to be scared, this isn’t going to make it any better for the parent either.  Thankfully, there are ways to make this experience less stressful for you and your child. It’s all about doing some preparation and considering things a bit ahead of time.

 It’s important to encourage a healthy doctor-patient relationship with your children. It’s also important that they understand that doctors are there to help them, not to scare them. These are some tips to properly prepare your children for visiting the doctor.

Don’t be anxious

If your child sees that you’re anxious, it’s only going to get them anxious as well. Children are surprisingly good at reading emotions and feeding off the energy. It’s important to just stay calm, think positive, and stay mindful as well. You want to be positive so this will project positivity towards your children. Just don’t be afraid of how the appointment is going to go, it will be fine as long as you’re in a good mood.

Play doctor

Playing pretend with your child is something that a lot of parents get a lot of enjoyment out of. It gives you the chance to enjoy some quality time with your child, and it also gives you the opportunity to help them. But role-playing, you’re warming up the idea to your child about visiting the doctor. Maybe even look into getting them a set of toy tools to practice on you or their stuffed animals.

Let them watch doctor-related cartoons

Doc McStuffins is a children’s show that’s an excellent example. It’s about a little girl who loves to play doctor. Getting your kid to watch that or any other cartoon about a doctor will get them excited about meeting a real doctor.

Talk about the different types of doctors and their roles

Let them know about the different types of doctors there are medical professionals and their roles. You can tell them about the different types of nurses there are a variety of doctors such as optometrists, and even other types of medical professionals that help people find treatment. Broadening their horizons about the medical field will allow your child to get interested. This may help them get excited whenever they need to visit a doctor.  

Take your child to the doctor with you

If you have an appointment, let your child go with you. They’ll see how calm you are and how easy the appointment was. Sure, it may be a bit boring for them, but it does give them the idea that doctor visits don’t need to be scary.

Reward them

Giving your child a small reward after the visit will help them out. You don’t want to make this some type of negotiation tool or even an incentive. Instead, this should be nothing more than just positive reinforcement. 

Why It's Important to Get Back to Basics Often

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Have you noticed how life, and our daily routines, sometimes seem to become more and more complex over time?

Whether in the course of your career, or your personal life, there are bound to be situations where you find yourself straying far from the "basics" of whatever it is you're trying to do, and where the chaos of the moment seems to take on a life of its own.

When circumstances seem especially frantic and chaotic, in particular, it can be very easy to become distracted and thrown off course in one way or another.

Here are just a few reasons why it’s important to get back to basics often in life, in order to ensure that you maintain a high degree of well-being, and have the best chances of consistently thriving.

Because your health and well-being will often be influenced by your basic everyday routines

Everyone wants to enjoy a high degree of personal well-being and health, but these states of being often have a lot to do with our basic everyday routines, rather than some of the more elaborate paths we often go down in order to try and "optimise" things – such as using exotic health supplements.

Getting certain pillars of your everyday life in order can be extremely effective at boosting your health and your feelings of well-being alike, and if you find yourself feeling more burnt out, agitated, and exhausted, there's a good chance that you have drifted too far from some of these basics.

So, what sorts of basic everyday routines are important to get right? Among other things, getting good and consistent sleep each night at set times, getting regular physical activity in, maintaining nurturing interpersonal relationships, and eating healthy meals prepared from whole food ingredients.

In fact, these tips are so essential that they don't just apply to human beings, but to our animal companions as well. There’s a reason why so many dog owners invest in the best dog food brands.

Because from time to time we all become unmoored and lose track, and need to get back in touch with what’s fundamental

Everyone has certain core values, principles, and ideals in life that we want to remain true to – but from time to time, we're all at risk of "drifting," becoming unmoored, and losing track of the direction we're heading in, in one way or another.

Going back to basics can – and should – also mean regularly taking the time to check in and pay attention to whether the way you’re conducting yourself is in line with your values, and with the kind of person you want to be.

Because consistency in the small things often leads to breakthroughs over time

Sometimes, a single bold action will be extremely powerful, and will help to transform your life virtually overnight.

For the most part, though, it's consistency in the small things that leads to breakthroughs, growth, and accomplishment over time.

If you want to get in shape, for example, there's no workout routine you can do once which is going to achieve it for you. Instead, you need to stick with the basics of doing your workouts consistently, and eating well, day after day.