"Self discipline is a quality of mind that is based on clarity and balance. Clarity requires an understanding of the big picture. What is most important to accomplish in this lifetime? Once we are clear on our priorities, then we need to approach them steadfastly, but with the flexibility born of self-acceptance and patience," Dr. Joan Borysenko.
Although Dr. Borysenko aims her remarks toward orientation to life, I think her advise serves as well for our orientation to being dementia caregivers. It seems that an important thing for us to do is to decide what is the most important thing we want to accomplish with this period of time we are dementia caregivers. My most important thing is to provide an environment which supports the dignity of Dwane's dying, while also upholding my own well being. What is your intention or priority?
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