We have appointments of some sort every day this week. My husband is seeing a Hematologist, a Speech and Language Pathologist, and an Orthopedic Specialist. I have a virtual call with our insurance company and we both have a meeting with our Financial Counselor. On Friday we get to have breakfast with our PD friends, a lovely way to finish things off. It will be a busy and possibly stressful few days.
It would be easy for me to say that I don’t have time for my journaling or to take a break from writing this blog since there is so much happening. I could easily say no to my guided Mindfulness practice this morning or skip yoga on Wednesday to make time for other chores that must be done since these are voluntary and impact only me. But that would be taking away lifelines at a time when I am most in need of the support.
A stressed out CarePartner is not a good CarePartner, especially for me. I get short with my husband and tense muscles make me more prone to self-injury. Perhaps that is why I have seen self-care referred to as self-preservation or protection. If I am going to be here for him, I have to be here for me first. Forgive me if I cut this short, it’s time to get ready for my Monday Mindfulness practice with the Parkinson’s Foundation.
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