"Researchers in the field of consciousness studies have found that giving is good for you --for your health, your happiness, and your sense of purpose!" IONS sponsored research.(Institute of Noetic Sciences)
As caregivers for someone with dementia, we certainly do give. Plenty. Of our time, talents, caring, organizing, etc. etc. Perhaps it is important to consider the attitude with which we give. If altruism, as the above research indicated, improves our immune system, then I suggest that the 'giving' our caregiving entails can benefit us - particularly if done with an attitude of altruism. The dictionary defines altruism as 'concern for the welfare of others'. It is my opinion that life is best served if we have an attitude that holds the best for ourselves and all others. Let's see how that benefits our immune system.
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