The CP Diary

A passing thought:

How many of us negative self-talk but don’t know what it is or that we’re doing it?

It’s that little voice in our head that sometimes negatively talks back at us. The less confidence we have, the more insecure we feel or the more nervous we are, the more likely we are to use it …

I am sure even if we consume little amounts of fruit; we’re all probably familiar and know how healthy fruit is. Fruit is packed with antioxidants, nutrients as well as vitamins and minerals.

The benefits are as follows:

• Fruit contain antioxidant properties, which help protect our cells against free radicals that can cause cancer. Fruit can also help alleviate stress and other diseases;

• Fruit is low in fat and contain next to no calories; is rich in fiber and vitamins and contain the good sugars which contribute to good health;

I seem to be having such a hard time of things, but I’m still choosing to remain upbeat.

Having nursed Claudia over a cold at the weekend, (with Claudia wearing a mask not to spread any germs) I started off with a sore throat yesterday morning that culminated with me being sick last night. You know that feeling where you can’t relax, you know you don’t feel well, aren’t sure you’re going to be sick; but can’t sit down or stand up. I was restless but managed to calm down before eventually being sick.

I’m not sure at all that Claudia’s …

A passing thought:

How many of us fall asleep when we take ten minutes to relax during our day?

Taking a catnap during the day can cut down on the build up of stress. It may also help with alertness; help us deal with what we have to deal with in our day. Rest for between 15 and 20 minutes a day and give yourself the chance to recharge your batteries …

I always write about the things that contribute to my well-being; that way not only in theory will I be emotionally, spiritually and physically able to cope with whatever life throws at me, but in practice too!

It’s true that our lifestyles can contribute to our well-being and can make us ill; but how many of us are happy with the way we live our lives?

I find the following helps:

Objectively identify the areas you’re not happy with and would like to improve and be sure of your reasons for wanting to improve them …

I’m mad at myself. I’m annoyed, frustrated, angry, upset at what’s going on in my life, in the past week. So what’s it all about?

I’m annoyed at not being able to work through what I need to work through. I’m annoyed at the system not caring enough, even if they cannot help. I’m annoyed at not having any support growing up. I’m annoyed at having to feel annoyed. I’m annoyed at others saying they care and then not showing they care. That annoys me the most.

I feel better that a decision has been made and that Daniel is happy …

A passing thought:

Did you know that studies show that if you take regular Omega 3 supplements you will be better able to cope with stressful situations? 

In a recent study, after 3 weeks of a diet supplemented with Omega 3 the production of mental stress hormones were significantly reduced by 22% and production of anti-stress hormones up by 12% …

I was given my last opportunity on my CP journey to see another Neurologist to try to find out a little more on what I deal with and although the consultation wasn’t successful for me, I came away with many positive thoughts.

I went in to see the Neurologist with no preconceived ideas, but was hoping that he could shed some light on some of my thoughts on what I deal with on my CP. I wanted to be given another chance to work through some of my symptoms, so that I could put what I deal with day to day into place.

Unfortunately he already …

I was never encouraged to make any of my own choices when I was growing up.

Of course making any kind of choice, takes confidence and the mental ability to be able to work through the consequences of making a final decision. Making good choices allows us to make better decisions. So how do we go about encouraging children to make good choices?

The following tips may help:

• Encourage children to make their own decisions by giving them choices to choose from;
• Work on a couple of choices so that they begin to learn what works for them;

I remember my father once telling me when he was ill; that it doesn’t matter what you deal with, you’re on your own and to some extent I feel he’s right.

Whether we’re dealing with redundancy; a broken leg; or something else that changes the course of our life; ultimately we’re dealing with it on our own.

It’s not that others don’t want to help or will help, but no one but us can sort out our problems. Of course we have empathy for what others deal with, but the realities are that once the door is shut, we’re very much on our …