The worst day in a cancer journey often isn’t the moment of diagnosis. For many, the hardest part comes months later, when the initial shock has faded but new challenges emerge—ones that no one fully prepares you for. When someone…
Living with dementia, either personally or through a loved one, can profoundly change how we see the world and ourselves. For me, dementia became an unexpected teacher in patience—a quality I hadn’t fully appreciated until faced with its challenges. At…
Finding strength in the stories of other caregivers is a powerful experience that can transform your life. Caregiving is a challenging yet rewarding role, often filled with emotional highs and lows. It involves providing physical, emotional, and sometimes financial support…
When They Ask for Someone Who’s Been Gone for Years Imagine receiving a call or message asking for someone who hasn’t been around for years. It could be a former colleague, a friend, or even a family member. This situation…
Caring for someone who no longer knows you can be one of the most heart-wrenching experiences. It often involves a deep sense of loneliness, not just for the caregiver but also for the person being cared for. This situation is…
When we hear someone say, “It’s just part of getting old,” it often comes with a mix of resignation and misunderstanding. Aging is a natural process, but it’s not a catch-all excuse for every change or challenge we face as…
Learning to let go is something many of us struggle with, whether it’s a past relationship, a mistake we can’t forget, or even the pressure to be perfect. The truth is, letting go isn’t about forgetting or pretending things didn’t…
When my mom forgot her own wedding day, it was a moment that caught everyone by surprise and made us all pause to think about how much emotions can run high on such an important occasion. Weddings are often seen…
Dementia is often misunderstood as simply a problem of memory loss. While memory issues are a common symptom, dementia affects far more than just memory. It can impact a person’s behavior, mood, and personality, leading to significant changes in how…
There’s something oddly soothing about routine when your mind feels like a stormy sea. When thoughts swirl chaotically, and emotions jump unpredictably, having a set pattern to follow can feel like an anchor in the madness. It’s not just about…