In my last post I described the process by which many caregivers (including myself) end up sitting on the sidelines of life rather than stepping up and participating. The recipe is one part difficult logistics, one part extra expense and an additional dose of guilt. But it doesn't have to be that way...and I think we all know that it shouldn't be that way. One of the fastest routes to caregiver burnout is to start living life as if you, too, are disabled.
And so the day after I posted about putting the invitation to Las Vegas in the I'll think about it tomorrow pile, I called the fine folks at Caesars Palace and told them that I would take them up on their invitation. I reserved dates for both December and January. Now, this doesn't guarantee that I will ultimately get there. But taking action and making those reservations was a big step toward making it there.
It's easy for caregivers to sometimes overlook caring for themselves. Even when we know that can ultimately lead to being less of a caregiver to our loved ones. Remembering not to become a second victim to MS is vital to your own well-being. And sometimes, even if it doesn't feel exactly right, just taking action toward moving in that direction is, itself, a win.
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