Making the Best of Living with a Long-term Illness
Whenever we suffer from a bout of the flu or another illness for a couple of weeks, we quickly remember that good health is a blessing. So consider how tough it is for some people forced to deal with the consequences of long-term medical conditions that impact their lives every day. Many of these debilitating, persistent conditions cause pain, fatigue and other life-altering symptoms.
Experts recommend if you are one of these people that you give yourself what you need whether it is food, sleep or down time and get into the habit of listening to your body and honoring its limitations. The MedlinePlus website explains it is important to support yourself as well as to let go of expectations, and if you need more support, know where to go to get it. Also learn as much as you can about your condition as people typically cope better once they know how to take care of themselves.
In addition they say let go of blame. Your medical condition may be a result of your family history or just something that happened. Another thing experts want people to know is over time, they will adapt; and that “you will feel like yourself again as you learn how to fit your illness into your life.” If you are dealing with anxiety, try taking a walk, reading a book, or watching a movie. Other coping mechanisms include yoga, tai chi, or mediation as well as learning to play an instrument or taking an art class. Moreover don’t neglect family and friends, give them a call to see how they are doing.
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