by Tara Reed | Oct 16, 2016 | Alzheimer's & Dementia, Self Care, Tips for Caregivers
We went to an amazing wedding last week. I was a little nervous because at the last wedding I went to I spontaneously burst into tears during the father / daughter dance. I hadn't expected it at all and ran fleeing like Cinderella at midnight to compose myself and so...
by Tara Reed | Mar 23, 2016 | Self Care, Tips for Caregivers
I have been trying lots of different things for stress relief and fitness – from meditation to journaling to yoga – all good! Recently I decided to try Tai Chi and I'm hooked! It feels a bit like yoga without laying down or being on all fours…...
by Tara Reed | Feb 26, 2016 | Self Care
…things aren't always easy and some periods of life are more challenging than others. There are times that test our ability to find the humor or highlight in a situation – it feels like it would be better to stay in bed and hide under the covers. If no one...
by Tara Reed | Jan 20, 2016 | Coloring, Self Care, Tips for Caregivers
If you think coloring is just for kids, think again. Coloring for grownups isn't new but it's popularity has been on the rise, and for good reason. Coloring stimulates the right side of the brain – where your creativity, intuition and visualization lies. More...
by Tara Reed | Dec 18, 2015 | Self Care, Tips for Caregivers
A Caregiver is a family member, friend or paid helper who regularly looks after a child or a sick, elderly, or disabled person. Some are more natural caregivers than others but every caregiver needs to prioritize their own self-care for the benefit of everyone. When...
by Tara Reed | Jul 13, 2015 | Self Care
and that's ok! Over the weekend I spent a bit of time on the phone with my sister discussing a dog… her dog passed away over a year ago and the whole family was heartbroken. Since then she has gone through grief, acceptance and many bouts of mixed emotion about...
