Tag Archives: self-care

Keys to Caring for Yourself

Posted on October 10, 2019 by Sue Salach

It‘s one thing to gear up for a short-term crisis. But it takes different skills to provide care over a longer period of time. You’ll be more successful if you learn to take care of yourself, starting immediately. Some things … Continue reading →

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A New You for the New Year!

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Sue Salach

“If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.” ― Thomas Jefferson As a new year rolls in many will set “resolutions” for the upcoming year. Some will involve weight loss; career … Continue reading →

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Shifting Priorities

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Sue Salach

Being a family caregiver is a 24/7 job. It’s probably one of the most difficult and thankless jobs one can do. The stress level is off the charts, the pay is non-existent and trying to make time for you is … Continue reading →

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A Fundamental Rule in Caregiving (that no one seems to follow)

Posted on November 1, 2017 by Sue Salach

In honor of National Caregiver Month, I thought this was a great post to start off the month. Please read & share. An essential imperative of caregiving is: Take care of yourself. However; the majority of family caregivers are so … Continue reading →

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The Caregiver Perspective

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Sue Salach

As a national speaker I have presented to hundreds of family caregivers throughout the country. In each presentation I highlight how, as caregivers, we can become task masters; focused on our to-do list more than the people around us. I … Continue reading →

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Tired and Wired

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Sue Salach

Over coffee a friend and I were discussing the cold that is going around. I shared how my cold has been hanging on for weeks and I’ve tried all kinds of over the counter medications but none are helping. My … Continue reading →

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Logan – A Caregiver’s Story

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Sue Salach

I will admit that I am a HUGE Marvel geek. My friend Anne Marie and I attend opening night of all Marvel/DC Comic movies (I persuaded my husband to create a Super Hero bathroom in our Master Bedroom using Marvel … Continue reading →

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God’s Plan for Family Caregivers

Posted on February 24, 2017 by Sue Salach

If I’m being honest, as a Christian, Ephesians 6:2-3 (NIV) exhorts us: “‘Honor your father and mother’”—which is the first commandment with a promise— “‘that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the … Continue reading →

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A Positive Focus for the New Year

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Sue Salach

Every year has good and bad moments. Sadly, as we look in the rear-view mirror of the passing year, many will focus on the bad which, more than likely, were probably fewer than the good but can appear larger in … Continue reading →

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Forgiving Myself

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Sue Salach

I was talking with a friend about a falling-out he had years ago with a family member. I shared with him my thoughts (and a couple of my blogs) about forgiveness and that forgiveness is about him and not about … Continue reading →

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Living Each Day with Purpose

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Sue Salach

It has been said that the definition of insanity is “doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” I can relate to this concept. I have found that much of both my business and personal life … Continue reading →

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A Fundamental Rule of Caregiving (that No one can seem to Follow)

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Sue Salach

An essential imperative of caregiving is: Take care of yourself. However; the majority of family caregivers are so busy taking care of others that they neglect to care for themselves. The sad irony is that if caregivers made it a … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Dancing

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Sue Salach

I have to admit it…I’m addicted to Dancing with the Stars! I coordinate my chaotic schedule around the show. What makes it even better is that during the commercials I call my mom and she and I evaluate the dancers, … Continue reading →

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Doing the Right Thing

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Sue Salach

Recently I’ve had some challenges with the negative behaviors and attitudes of a handful of other people. I usually like to refer to these challenges as “opportunities for making better choices”. This little twist of the phrase makes me feel … Continue reading →

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Get Out of Your Head

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Sue Salach

I spend a lot of time in my own head (at this point many of you are like – uh DUH), but stay with me and hopefully you will see where I’m going. As many of you know, managing the … Continue reading →

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Change Your Priorities

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Sue Salach

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Break Out of Your Box

Posted on August 11, 2015 by Sue Salach

Years ago I had the opportunity to go to a program by Stedman Graham. He talked about not allowing people to put you in a box and ways to break free from that box. It made me think about my … Continue reading →

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She did it “Her Way”

Posted on May 27, 2015 by Sue Salach

Recently a friend of mine was scheduled to go on a trip to visit a friend. She was really looking forward to getting away and relaxing, however; in the days leading up to the trip she realized that the “drama-meter” … Continue reading →

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Just Be

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Sue Salach

I’m just coming off of a long needed vacation. I have to admit I knew I needed time away after several stressful years of caring for family members… I just didn’t realize how much I needed it. When caught up … Continue reading →

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Caregivers: It’s Okay To Say No!

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Sue Salach

It’s Friday night and just as you’re walking out the door for a much-anticipated evening with friends, the phone rings. It’s your elderly mother calling for the third time that day, asking if you would pick up some items from … Continue reading →

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