I find it helpful to connect it to parenting. Like you said, it helps me to tap into my more patient side.
Also: I found myself bristling at the idea that my older parents’ abilities are on a downward trend. (I need to sit with that discomfort; I know!) Over the past few months, my 70-year-old mom has graduated from PT and started going to the gym. She also got a new hearing aid, which has unlocked new worlds for her. I see her improving and expanding in a lot of ways, even as age takes its toll.
Thanks as always for giving me lots to think about ❤️
I find it helpful to connect it to parenting. Like you said, it helps me to tap into my more patient side.
Also: I found myself bristling at the idea that my older parents’ abilities are on a downward trend. (I need to sit with that discomfort; I know!) Over the past few months, my 70-year-old mom has graduated from PT and started going to the gym. She also got a new hearing aid, which has unlocked new worlds for her. I see her improving and expanding in a lot of ways, even as age takes its toll.
Thanks as always for giving me lots to think about ❤️
Oh for sure, doing PT and getting a hearing aid, those things make a huuuuge difference! That’s amazing!