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Aging and Dementia

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louise42568
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i am almost 65 years old and have a few physical issues that are taxing on me which I'm finding is a catalyst for memory issues. Dementia is a family thing and at first when I realized I was having trouble with my memory I panicked and thought it was happening to me.

I decided to be proactive and do things that promote my abilities to remember. I took up oil painting, reading, crossword puzzles and following new recipies for meals.

I am intentional in what I do, and a biggie is reducing the stress in my life. I still work full time but my off time is "me" time and I have created healthy boundaries that I insist on and try not to waiver from.

I also do therapeutic light therapy to ward off winter doldrums. I try to sleep well and I find fellowship with others to be mentally stimulating. Its like the Serenity Prayer, "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference."

Being accepting of myself, acknowledging my strengths and weaknesses and focusing on living in the moment is helping me reduce stress and feel better about myself.

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