Living life with a chronic illness is definitely not easy. But I do my best to push through all the barriers this illness puts in front of me! In my heart and mind, I believe maintaining a positive outlook on all situations in life will carry us through to much better times! I hope you find the information that I provide both helpful and inspirational!
Happy Friday Eveš! I hope your week has been going as well as expected, but even better! I have been working on my second post for mental health awareness, but it is just taking me longer than I anticipated. Part of this is the increasing level of fatigue and simply not feeling all that well, which I blame on the weather. For reasons that will never make sense to me, I have an abnormally hard time adjusting to any changes in the weather, so when it changes frequently, I tend to feel terrible until it stabilizes. However, there are more mental health issues than I ever knew. I do want to let everyone know something vitally crucial in lifeĀ mentalĀ health issues are serious, and we must try to show respect to those experiencing this terrifying experience. We must understand we are all living in unique and challenging times, and many suffer the consequences, so we are all in these challenges together.
We have almost survived this long week with all the challenges and frustrations, but the weekend is so close. Considering I am fully aware of how difficult life can be, I think it is essential to have something to pick us up from any low position it might be in today. Something must change the week into something positive and enlightening as one day remains. Of course, we can focus on the upcoming weekend, but they do not always go according to plan. I hope the quote I am sharing offers you the pick-me-up you need to help you through until the weekend arrives. I know Motherās Day is on Sunday, but unfortunately, we do not always get to spend the day with our mother. If you cannot see your mother on Sunday, be sure you call to let her know how much she means to you. We do not get to choose our families, but we should try to appreciate them. A few of the most critical things we have in our lives are family, love, and forgiveness because without them, what would be the point in living our lives?
Every person has numerous differences and challenges, but we find ways to deal with everything gracefully and with dignity! Families and friends bring something unique to our lives, whether positive or negative. We have a choice to make if someone brings too much negativity into our lives. Do we continue allowing the same negativity to cloud our happy lives or cut ties with the person to avoid the darkness? If we are dealing with people who have mental instabilities and they refuse the necessary help, should we try to help them through the process of treatment? I believe we should always try to help others, but that is because I am a giving person who will always put everyone elseās needs ahead of my own. Unfortunately, there is only so much we can do for another person before you feel it would be easier to convince a brick wall there is a problem.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you found the quote I shared a good pick-me-up, and that you enjoyed the rest of the post. Do you have anything planned for the weekend? I am certain that it is going to rain all weekend, but it rains where I live a lot! Some people enjoy the rainā and while the sound of rain can be soothing, it causes me way too much pain. It is just like everything else in life that is difficult, we learn to adapt and deal with it. I look forward to reading your comments and will respond as quickly as possible. I have another dentist appointment this afternoon. Even though the dentist appointment is only a cleaning, I am NOT looking forward to it! Please never forget I am always sending yāall LOTS of loveā¤ļø, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibesš!
Before I get started and you continue reading, please be advised I am NOT a medical or mental health professional, nor am I giving any advice. I will share the knowledge I gained through hours of careful research because I wanted to share factual information regarding this essential subject.
Since 1949, the United States has acknowledged May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Unfortunately, there is a negative stigma surrounding mental health, and people may feel uncomfortable talking about it for fear of judgment and ridicule. While we should always recognize the courage and resilience of the tens of millions of Americans who are living with at least one mental health condition, we must make an extra effort during May. The mental health professionals who have dedicated their lives to aid in the healing of those struggling with mental health deserve acknowledgment and appreciation for their selfless efforts. Loved ones who remain devoted and supportive, standing with the one dealing with any mental health situation through every step of the journey to overcome the challenging battle should also be embraced with compassion, consideration, and empathy because this can be an emotionally draining and love road to travel.
A mental illness is any condition affecting an individualās thinking, behavior, or moods and can drastically impact oneās day-to-day living and how they relate to others. The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) intentionally uses the terms āmental health conditionsā and āmental illness/illnessesā interchangeably because there is not a massive difference between them. An important fact that must be understood and relayed is that mental health conditions are prevalent. We may not hear about them often because many stay silent because they are too scared to be open and talk about their struggles.
There are many known mental health conditions affecting people, and the estimated number of cases is upsetting because too many people are not being properly treated or diagnosed. Sadly, too many people suffer silently and try to weather the storm alone. The NAMI has made public the following statistics, but please keep in mind these numbers could be a little higher or substantially higher.
One in five, 19.86% of adults (nearly 50 million Americans), in the United States experience mental illness yearly.
One in twenty, 4.91%, of adults in the United States experience a serious mental illness yearly.
One in six youths, ages 6-17 in the United States experience a mental health disorder yearly.
50% of all lifelong mental illnesses begin at the age of 14, and 75% by the age of 24.
The second leading cause of death among those between ages 10-14 is suicide.
The staggering numbers I have shared are only estimated and could be much higher due to many undiagnosed and untreated cases because of not seeking the necessary help.
Throughout the rest of this post, I want to share common warning signs of a mental health issue and common symptoms (but some different conditions include other unique symptoms). Before going any further, please understand a mental health condition is not a result of a single event. Research has suggested that multiple bonding causes, genetics, environmental factors, and lifestyles may determine whether an individual develops a mental health condition or not. Those who have a stressful or work life or traumatic events in life can be susceptible to developing a mental health condition. A few takeaways from this so far are if you have a mental health condition, it does not indicate youĀ are brokenĀ beyond repair or that you or your family did anything wrong, as there is no one at fault for mental health conditions. Anyone who deals with a mental health condition can live a happy and meaningful life, including but not limited to healthy social, school, and work relationships, which is far more likely to happen with proper treatment.
Mental health professionals are acutely aware of many mental health illnesses and understand each has their own set of unique symptoms. Unfortunately, this can make distinguishing the difference between expected behaviors, behaviors resulting from physical illness causing altered actions and thoughts, or an actual mental illness. There is an abundance ofĀ commonĀ symptoms for mental health illnesses, which include extreme levels of worry or fear, feeling overly sad, disorderly thinking or difficulties concentrating or learning, drastic mood changes, extended or intense feelings of irritability, evading friends, family, and social interactions, an inability to understand and or relate with others, delusions or hallucinations, overusing substances such as alcohol or drugs, multiple physical ailments without a cause, and suicidal thoughts.
Mental health illnesses can begin during childhood. Young children are still growing and learning ways to communicate and identify their thoughts and emotions, and their signs may vary from adults. The most common and clearly defined mental health signs in children revolve around behavioral issues. Some signs include changes in performance in school, heightened levels of anxiety, hyperactive behavior, increased nightmares, habitual disobedience, aggression, and temper tantrums. These issues are typically more intense than children not getting their way or acting out.
The issues described above are only part of the battle when considering mental illness and the most common symptoms directly related. As a whole, mental health issues are unique, complicated to diagnose, and difficult for the person suffering to understand and accept. Mental health issues are comprised of numerous factors an individual endures. The following symptoms are critical to consider and the ways they may contribute to mental health conditions but may help when deciding on treatment options.
Anosognosia is a neurological condition causing a person to lack awareness of their mental health condition and instead are in denial. They do not have insight into that something with their thought process is not rational. An individual can have moments of clarity, and acknowledge their illness, but their insights shift back and forth.
The risks of suicide and suicidal thoughts can be terrifying, but it is crucial to understand help is available. We may be able to avoid this terrible outcome if we reach out to family and friendsĀ occasionally,Ā so they know you are available and care about them. There are several warning signs of suicide, but the following are only a few and include an increase in alcohol and drug usage, aggressive behavior, withdrawal from friends and family, drastic mood swings, and impulsive or reckless behavior. Again, these are only a few signs that scratch the surface, but when a person has suicidal thoughts, they can go farĀ deeper.
Self-harm is not as simple as it sounds and covers a range of different actions. Unfortunately, this is an issue extremely common in adolescents and young adults. One who is causing self-harm is displaying signs of emotional distress and uses pain as a coping mechanism. Self-harm can make an individual feel additional shame on top of how negative they are already feeling about themselves. Self-harm may include frequent cutting or burning, drinking alcohol, or doing drugs. Once the person has caused themselves enough scars, they may start avoiding interactions with others because they are unable to hide their scars.
Approximately 18 million people with a mental illness smoke as a coping mechanism to deal with symptoms or stress from life. Adults with a mental health illness have a higher rate of smoking than someone without a mental illness. The nicotine in cigarettes can temporarily alter moods and distinguishing symptoms, which makes a person consume more cigarettes. Smoking is not only a temporary relief but an unhealthy way to cope as it can cause more negative health consequences.
Substance use disorders is the continuous misuse of alcohol and or drugs. Those experiencing mental health issues may misuse drugs and or alcohol to cope with the overwhelming symptoms they are experiencing. The term for this combination is known as dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders. The symptoms of a substance abuse disorder may include withdrawing from family and friends, drastic behavioral changes, involving themselves with risky behaviors, development of a high tolerance and withdrawal symptoms, and feeling they need the drugs or alcohol to function in their lives.
Thank you for visiting my site today, and this will be all I will share today. I did not want to provide an overwhelming amount of information because I wanted you to be able to absorb as much as possible before adding the common mental health illnesses. I am working on completing the second part of this post, which will cover the most common mental health illnesses. I feel this information is important because mental healthĀ is consistently neglected, and our society has shunned it. We all must make a conscious effort to understand these issuesĀ better,Ā so we can attempt to acknowledge when we or someone we know is suffering. There is no way to force someone going through a mental health illness or crisis to get the necessary help, but if we can start by understanding them, we might be a step ahead.Ā
Today is the halfway point through the week, which might not sound great, but it could be worse, and at least it is not Monday! How is your week going so far? The week has not been too terrible because my doctorās appointment went well, but I was not concerned about it. I forgot to mention yesterday, while I was at the pain management office, I asked the Nurse Practitioner for her opinion regarding a medication my specialist suggested. The medication strongly recommended had a lot to do with how low my white blood count was, which showed my immune system was weak. She had wanted me to take something that āmightā prevent shingles, and I was highly against it. The specialist should understand Gilenya weakens my immune system, but it also keeps Multiple Sclerosis at bay, and I know I need to be cautious. I had decided against the medication suggested, and the nurse practitioner on Monday said she thought I made a good decision. Most people I know have had COVID, but I never got it, so I would say whatever I am doing to stay safe is working without any other medications.
Life will throw curve balls, and we must try to dodge them, or we might face additional bad situations. No matter how many ballsĀ are thrownĀ at us and how many of them hit us, we can choose happiness. Not everything we perceive asĀ negativeĀ will result in additional negative consequences because they might lead us down a better path in life. When I lost my job last November, I did not know how I would overcome it and find something new, but I believe I have. This experience forced me to consider a new career path, and I am thankful for what I will pursue. I have learned more about myself during the last few months, and besides losing Sundance, I am happier with my life. Please do not get me wrong because there are some people I have missed at my last job, but I cannot say I have missed the job itself or some people I encountered. It is true that some people come into our lives by accident and remain in our lives, while some come into our lives to teach us something we must know.
As we move into another day, there is something we should try embracing more than anything else, which is what makes us happiest. No one has ever said you can force beingĀ happyĀ because that is fake happiness and will never last. When we deal with sadness in life, no one expects we will be a ray of sunshine immediately. It takes time to overcome an upsetting situation, and as long as we do not dwell on it for too long, we will get past whatever we experienced. I learned yesterday that someone I know but have never met had lost a dog she had for 14 years. Although I have only spoken to this person once and never met her dog, my heart broke for her loss. I am sure this brought up painful memories of what I went through in February, or it was because I am a highly emotional person. Anyway, even though she lost her dog and is sad currently, she will never forget her dog and be happy for the years she spent with her dog. I hope everything I said made sense because I might have said more than necessary.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you are having a good week, and it continues to get better. I am sure I have said this before, but if you have pets, please remember to treat them with lots of love because unfortunately, animals do not live foreverā¹. I hope you found the quote I shared positive, and that it helps you get through the halfway point of the week more easily. The first half of this week is over, and the last half is going to go faster, we might even discover some great opportunities! Please let me know what you think about this post, and I will respond to all comments as quickly as possible. Please never forget I am always sending yāall LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Grief can be haunting and inescapable because the memories of those who we lost are unstoppable. It has been two and a half months since losing Sundance and four years and two months since we lost Chloe. No matter how long it has been, I can remember the final moments of the lives of these two sweet and lovable cats. Of course, losing a loved one causes so much heartache, but many do not understand the level of pain losing a pet that you love dearly causes. If I could have traded places with either of these cats, I would have without questioning my decision. I wanted so desperately to donate one of or at least part of one of my lungs to Sundance, but the veterinarian shot me down because they said it was impossible. Even though I realized my lung was too large for Sundance, I did not understand why cutting mine to fit into his little body was impossible. Most days, I wake up hoping these losses were a nightmare and I would wake up to find them alive, but every morning, I am disappointed when I come to terms with the fact that it was not a nightmare but a reality.Ā Unfortunately, reality cuts like a knife and leaves so much unknown.
Life imposes so many questions, but with limited to no answers. Often, I wonder why innocent animals must come down with illnesses thatĀ inĀ the end, take their lives away. They did nothing to deserve such a grim fate and do not understand what is happening to them. How do you explain to a sick animal what they are enduring? How do you explain to any pets you still have where their friend went and why they are not coming home? Why are there so many innocent children who are living in unfair and dangerous situations? Why are there many kind and loving people who die of a painful and tragic death? People like my late grandfather did not deserve what he endured at the end of his life because he was a kind man and deserved more than he received. Why are there so many cruel people full of hate left in this world to torment others and never face the consequences for their cruel behaviors? It appears many have forgotten what the term justice means and accept the way things are going about in the world.
I try avoiding getting political or religious because everyone has their beliefs, and there is nothing wrong with anyoneās views. I wonder if one who believes in a higher power and that God loves all of us, why would he take those away from us that are pure love? How can anyone decide when anyone has fulfilled their purpose here on earth when so much was left undone? My late grandfather had strong religious beliefs, and I hope those beliefs gave him peace and that he is comfortable now, without any pain or torment. Our cats did not follow or have any beliefs because they only knew love, so why was their life cut short? Many of the reasonsĀ that IĀ cannot get past the loss of our cats is because I was left wondering if there was something else, I could have and should have done for them. I blame myself for both losing their lives, and it will always haunt me.
With all the questions we faceĀ in our lives, how do you accept facts that there are no answers? Are we supposed to tolerate this and carry on with a questionable existence? For all the why, how, what, and where questions, can we make assumptions about them and deal with them? It has been a while, and I have gotten older; I have many questions and typically ignore them because I understand the things I cannot control and do not want to waste time, but many questions weigh on my mind. There are too many incurable illnesses in the world, and those affected must find a way to deal with their fate. It is complicated and can feel impossible, but everyone finds ways to see the positive in their lives. Many young and innocent children are dealing with this grim fate, but how can they understand this when they are too young and naĆÆve to the world?
With the number of unanswered questions we may have, the best thing to do to survive life is to focus on the positive things we have in our lives. Losing those we love is inevitable and destined to happen. Instead of thinking about this, we must value and appreciate those we care about and ensure they never doubt how much they are loved and treasured because if we fail to do this, andĀ leaves us with regrets. Families can be complicated, but the bonds we share with others go deeper than simply blood. I have never believed that the blood we share with family members is as important as the trust, respect, consideration, and loyalty shared with another human or our pets.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you are having a lovely and relaxing weekend. I know parts of this post were not positive and uplifting, but they are some thoughts I struggle with. Some people say they love another, but do they understand what it means to love with their entire heart and soul? Love is a word that I never use loosely and will only use when it comes from my heart, and I mean it. Too many people tell others they love them, but at the end of the day, it is just another word to them without meaning. When I say I love our cats more than words can say, I mean it and without question. This is the one thing in life I do not question, my love for those I care about and our cats. I hope the last part of your weekend is amazing and you do something special for yourself. Please never forget I am always sending yāall LOTS of love, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Anyone who has read my blogs knows I have a strong love for animals, finding it easy to communicate and form bonds with them. I have mentioned several times I started feeding a couple of what appear to be feral outside cats a few months ago. During the first few days, only two cats were noticed on the front porch, so naturally, I began talking to and feeding them. To my surprise, it seems like the cat is out of the bag, pun intended, and currently, there are between six and eight kitty visitors who come for a good meal at least twice a day. Word has spread quickly through the neighborhood kitty community about the house that always has food, fresh water, a box with a soft towel for them to get warm on the colder nights, and an outdoor kitty house so they can stay comfortable and dry on the many rainy days and nights. Between the adorable cat house and a place to sleep, it should not be surprising numerous cats have adopted our porch as their new home.
From what I have seen, the outside cats get along with each other, at least for the most part. Thankfully, there have only been a couple of altercations between the outside kitty gang. Mostly, the disagreements witnessed were a lot of unhappy and unimpressed kitty language. The cat I know is a boy who is a super sweet tomboy and is typically accommodating with the gang of frequent visitors, but I think it is because they are female, and he could be the father of some of them. One night, there was a visitor I had never seen before. As the new cat ate, the well-known tomboy sniffed around before both cats communicated their unsettling feelings, and the tomboy chased the new cat away. I think the new cat is a boy, and the known cat acts territorial because he isĀ convinced,Ā the porch belongs to him. He marked his territory and only shared with cats of his choosing.
Now that the neighborhood cats have spread the word about where to get a meal,Ā the only thing I can do is toĀ oblige with their demands.Ā Ā Unfortunately or fortunately, depending on the perspective, I cannot say no, turn cats away, or let the precious cats go hungry because they deserve more and better than that kind of life. I know many people are fine having their cats indoors and outdoors, but too much can happen to them in the wild. Our cats have always been strictly indoors only because I would worry too much and cause myself to have a heart attack if they did not come home for days. I worry now when I do not see the outside cats for more than one day. I might be wrong keeping our cats prisoner in the house, but at least I know they are safe, and it is a cushy prison.
Not only do we have between six and eight cats we feed outside, but we have two inside cats as well. There is at least one possum and one groundhog who eat the cat food on the porch. It seems like we are running a smaller version of a zoo. If I had my way and my husband and two cats would allow it, I would have a house full of animals. I almost think it would be easier to convince my husband that the two cats because the cats can be a little moody and combative, but overallĀ theyĀ are sweet little furry angels. Some people want a house full of children, but we have always treated our cats like they were our children, so the only differences are the number of legs and worrying about what those with two-leg children have to deal with.
There are billions of people living in the world, and for reasons I will never understand,Ā struggleĀ with getting along with each other. As I have watched the interactions between our cats and those outside, they have proven to get along with each other. If different animals can get along, why canāt humans get along with each other? Why can wild animals accept one another, but humans cannot do the same? Differences might be confusing to some, but should differences not be intriguing? Maybe if we learned the way others live in different cultures, it would broaden our horizons and teach us something new. ManyĀ are scared ofĀ what they do not know or understand, but if we approach this with an open and accepting mind, maybe we could all get along and live in peace and harmony.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared and you have a wonderful weekend. How do you prefer to spend your Saturday? It is the first day of the weekend, so I hope you spend it doing what brings you the most happiness. No matter how you decide to spend your weekend, remember you do not have toĀ spendĀ the weekend doing anything you do not want to do. People might try to pressure you to do something in your heart you have no interest in, so stand up for yourself and do not allow anyone to pressure you. Please never forget I am always sendingĀ yāallĀ LOTSĀ of love, comfort, support, andĀ MANYĀ positive vibes!
Happy Wednesday and making it halfway through another week! How has your week been so far? It seems to have been a crazy week. I mentioned Monday was the beginning of the former president of the United States criminal trial, and I am sure even though something should come out of it, the trial will amount to nothing. I am not sure why I am surprised anyone in powerful positions can get away with doing illegal things, but I do not foresee any changes. Monday was also the final day to complete taxes in the United States, and it was another miserable and stressful experience, but it is a yearly issue in the country. I would not mind paying as much taxes as we all must pay if the money was going towards something helpful for American citizens, but the money is not helping anyone. Yesterday, I completed the final exam for the Anatomy & Physiology class, and I am happy to report I got an A! The only thing I can do now is practice patience with the job search and the start of the next class on May 20th.
At the halfway through the week point, knowing we still have the second half to get through, I think it is a perfect time to share an inspiring quote. Without being able to remain inspired, encouraged, and optimistic, the negativity that occurs in the world can destroy our mental stability. If we cannot admit we are wrong, apologize when we have done something we should not have, forgive those we should forgive, love deeply, and live life without regrets, we are not living a fulfilling life. It is easy to hold a grudge against someone who has caused us pain, but forgiving their wrongs and letting go of the hard feelings will only make us happier. We do not forgive others for their sake; it is only for ours. Showing kindness, respect, love, and support is better for everyone involved and creates more harmony and happiness!
It may be easy to be critical of yourself, but does that help you succeed in life? I will admit that I have always been very critical of anything and everything I do, but I know I am hindering my success, which will never be a good thing. Being your worst critic will never help you to overcome things you find challenging, but if you can acknowledge what you need to improve on and work towards change, you will be a better and stronger person. If we were as critical towards another person as we are towards ourselves, how would that make that person feel? It would probably destroy any of their self-confidence and cause them emotional distress. Anyone who criticizes themselves should start trying to say one good thing about themselves each day and see if that improves their confidence and mental well-being.
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared and found the quote inspiring. We have survived the most challenging part of the week, so the final part should be easy, especially getting through the tax hardships. I look forward to reading your comments and will respond as quickly as possible. I hope everyone is adjusting to the weather well and doing what you must do to deal with Mother Natureās changes. Please never forget I am always sending yāall LOTS of loveā¤ļø, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibesš!
Happy Tuesday, which means we survived the day that is most dreaded by many people, Monday! Finding your place in the world can be difficult in a society that appears to be overwhelmingly challenging and people with different ways of thinking. Everyone wants to try to fit in and be accepted, but fitting into a society like ours is not necessarily good because of the amount of hate in the world. Why do many people think hate and discrimination is acceptable? It is 2024, and we should have learned to be more accepting and understanding, but we have all witnessed on the news politicians using hateful words and behaving in truly despicable ways. We all have a name we were given at birth, so childish and rude nicknames are immature and unacceptable. I believe everyone learned in elementary school that if you have nothing nice to say, do not say anything! Too many people have forgotten this simple and very crucial lesson!
Mistreating and talking down to others can cause them too much unnecessary stress and negative emotions. Why can everyone not treat others the same way they want to be treated? Do those who act in this mean way enjoy it when someone treats them with disrespect, or do they continue acting like an immature child and have a temper tantrum? I will never mistreat someone just because they treated me negatively because it will never make things better and continue a vicious and terrible cycle. If you are being mistreated by someone, you do have the power to end the cycle and make positive changes. We have all heard the saying, kill them with kindness, and even though it might not always change their way of thinking, you will be the better person in the situation. It cannot hurt to at least try and hope it will open another personās eyes and force them to see we are all human beings who deserve respect!
Maybe I am naĆÆve because I cannot understand we cannot all get along. No matter where you are from, your skin color, who you love, who you worship, or even your political following, we are all humans with a heart. It does not matter where someone is from, what kind of foods they enjoy, or anything else, we might have things in common if we took the time to get to know one another. There is beauty inside and out everywhere, but people get too caught up in differences. It might be just the way I think, but you can meet one of the most attractive people on the outside, but they are ugly on the inside. Internal beauty is more important than beauty on the outside because it shows who that person is. Makeup can cover up much outside ugliness, and nothing can cover up internal ugliness. The bottom line is that if we have not already learned to be understanding and compassionate, we must do so at all costs. Acceptance is crucial, and it is not too difficult to do!
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I have shared and that something resonated with you. I do not expect everyone to agree with me, and I can respect your opinions because that is what we must do. We might only be one day into this week, but hopefully, you are having a wonderful week so far. With that said, I would love to read what you think. No matter how much you agree or disagree with me, I will respect and respond kindly to your comments. Please never forget I am always sending yāallĀ LOTSĀ of loveā„, comfort, support, andĀ MANYĀ positive vibes!Ā
Happy Monday and April Foolās Day! I could wish āsomeā people a happy birthday today, even though it is not his birthday, but the person I am thinking about is one of the biggest fools that has ever livedš! I will not do that because I have more self-respect and am more mature than this person isš! I hope you had a lovely weekend and are ready to tackle the week with strength and courage but remember that you can handle anything the week might throw your way! No matter what happens during the week, nothing can stop you from accomplishing any goals you set, but for anything that was not accomplished, never give up and keep trying because one day, you will achieve your goals! Never stand in your way of accomplishing what you want out of life because you are the only person who can get in your way.
April is Stress Awareness Month, so what better way to begin the week than to mention this? Stress can blind us from things we want to accomplish in life and causes us to not try for something more out of life. We can become incredibly focused on things in life that are not as important as we thought and become too distracted. Stress can make people feel negative in many ways, which can cause our health to deteriorate when it is not necessary. Of course, we can feel negative about aspects of our lives, and makes us feel as if we are not worthy of the good things in life, but we can change this and train our minds to think differently and more positively. The experts have indeed stated that stress is a silent killer and one we can avoid.
Honestly, I have always been someone who has stressed about everything, but I have tried making changes. I tried training my brain to accept the fact I cannot fix or change everything and that everything happens for a reason. It is not easy to accept because all you want is for those you care about to be happy and live a fulfilled life. It is not easy to accept and believe that everything happens for a reason either because some things we experience are heartbreaking, and you cannot understand why they happened. Losing a loved ā„one is painful, and it can take years to overcome, but the memories of the loss never leave the heart and mind, and you learn how to survive. Witnessing a sad and lonely person begging for money on the streets can make you feel upset, and you want to help, but even with that, there is only so much you can do.
Thank you for visiting my site today. It is only my first post about Stress Awareness Month, and I plan to do more because this is an important topic and something we all encounter. I hope you found this post helpful, and please know you are never alone in dealing with this issue because many people around the world do. I look forward to reading your comments and will respond as quickly as possible. Please know that I will be sharing more information about stress, how to handle it, and other fascinating information. Please never forget I am always sending yāall LOTS of loveā„, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
We are halfway through the week, so the weekend is getting closer. How has your week been so far? I have almost made it through an entire week without breaking down in tears thinking about Sundanceā„, and of course, there are still a few days to go, and hopefully, I will keep this up. I only have one quiz and the final exam left for my medical coding class, which has been interesting, and I have enjoyed doing the studying I have done. It might have something to do with it being a good distraction from losing Sundanceā„, but I enjoyed learning about the coding processes. I have a few weeks left with the medical terminology class, but I plan to enroll in two other classes my instructor said would be beneficial. On March 13th, Anatomy & Physiology and HIPPA Compliance starts. Considering I worked in the hospital system for several years, I am very familiar with HIPPA, but it will look good on my resume, and I loveā„ learning.
How do you learn new information best? Many people think I overdo it because I must write things out in my own words to remember anything. I printed all documentation from my medical coding class and wrote out definitions, assignments, and everything else I needed to know was handwritten, so my binder was overly full. To make studying for the final easier, I have two 3 ring binders one of them has everything the instructor provided, and the other has everything I wrote out, including assignments and tests. When I was much younger, I had to do the same thing and write everything down because it stays in my brain better. I cannot read and remember what I read for tests, which always makes me feel stupid, but I have ways to overcome this issue. We are all unique and have different ways that work for us, and if it works for you, there should be nothing wrong with it!
Now that we have made it through half of the week, we must find ways to keep going and stay inspired. What inspires you to move forward, keep trying, and do your best? If we could all be kind to one another, we could have a chance to inspire the entire world. I know it takes more than a few people, but if all countries could learn to accept each other, be kind, and want to help others, I believe there could be fantastic changes. I never understood why this way of thinking is so impossible, considering, as far as I am concerned, we are all simply imperfect human beings trying to survive in an unpredictable world. I hope the quote I am sharing provides you with the inspiration you need for the rest of the week, at least!
How has the weather been where you live? In the area I am living in, it seems that Mother Nature is confused, so the temperatures change almost daily. I do not handle warm weather well, but I sure as heck cannot deal with the constant changes. Technically, it is still winter, so it should be chilly, not almost 70 degrees, as it will be later this week. My body does not adapt to temperature changes well, and I need consistency, so Mother Nature must make up her mind. I keep saying that a man must have upset her, and she is taking her frustrations out on everyone. If you could have the temperature the same all year, what is the perfect temperature for you? I wish it could be around 70 degrees year-round withĀ NOĀ humidity! I am starting to believe that is too much to ask forš!
Thank you for visiting my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I shared today, and you have a lovely day! I missed doing a post yesterday and I cannot even remember why I was not able to write. I would guess it had something to do with one of my classes. I cannot say why because I have no idea, but I have not been sleeping well. I think during the entire week so far, I might have slept a total of 7 hours, so I am slightly exhausted, but people tend to not bother me as much on NO sleep. I am looking forward to reading what you thought about this post, and I will respond to your comments as quickly as possible. Please never forget I am always sending yāall LOTS of loveā„, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
Happy Friday Eve, yāall! I hope you have had a wonderful week and are preparing for the weekend. I must take one of our cats back to the doctor this afternoon. Last week, she went because she appeared to be having tooth pain and was not eating much, but she was also crying in pain randomly. It is hard knowing your pet is in pain but not sure exactly what is going on because they cannot speak in a way we can understand. It was difficult being in the exam room with her when the doctor felt around in her mouth, and she cried in pain, but almost as hard watching as they tried getting her bloodwork. She might be a little more than 7 pounds, but she is feisty. It took two techs and the doctor to try holding her down, but she kept getting away. When we go today, she will get the second part of the blood test, and hopefully, it will go a little better.
It was a short week because of the holiday. I believe everyone can always benefit from a pick-me-up. It is a new year, and many might have hoped things would be better, but the news does not follow the rules, and a few sad things happened. I guess the news reports on what happens, even if it is unpleasant. Regardless of what happens, we should always want to do right by ourselves and others. Unfortunately, other people will try to bring us down and make us feel like we are not good enough, but this is untrue. In this life, we all go through different challenges that can make dark situations feel even darker, but even during those dark times, we must understand we are good enough and deserve the best in life. It is not easy to remember this when we go through hard times, but please know you are amazing!
The weather has made a drastic change and has been SO cold. My husband loves it because he loves the cold, but it has not been as easy for me to tolerate. I know my body will get used to this at some point, but not soon enough. Neither of us likes the house too hot, so we keep the heat as low as possible. Thank goodness for blankets and space heaters! I am very excited as I will be starting my class soon and hope it will provide a good career path. It is in the medical world, so that will always be useful in the United States. Lord knows we will never have free healthcare, so being a medical coder will always be needed. Another good part is, I will not need to deal with peopleš!
Thank you for stopping by my site today. I hope you enjoyed what I have shared, and you found the quote helpful. No matter what you plan to do this weekend, please do so safely. I have heard many people are getting sick with COVID. Unfortunately, I think COVID-19 is going to be like the flu and never go away. As always, I look forward to your comments and will respond as quickly as I can. Please never forget I am always sending yāall LOTS of loveā„, comfort, support, and MANY positive vibes!
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