My aunt recently observed that I speak very naturally about engaging in my various hobbies and activities, such as: cooking, playing with my nephews, and helping with household projects. She asked me, "how do you interact with people in these activities to allow yourself to be so totally immersed in the activity and make them your own?" She made note of the fact that by necessity elderly people become more observers than active participants and wanted to know how one stays actively involved in an activity from a more observant position. Her question is an excellent one, and I believe that the answer to it is part of why I have been able to navigate having a spinal cord injury without suffering from major depression, as is very common. The simple answer lies in how I approach activities and frame my mindset when I am going to participate in something that typically requires movement.
Loa, your personal perspective is once again so clear. One of my favorite sayings about life is “This is not a dress rehearsal!” We can rest later… be in the moment and be a part of life. You are a wonderful example of that attitude. Thanks for reminding us all 💕
Hey good morning. How are you doing today? my name is Jabar, And I wanted to reach out because I'm also quadriplegic And I was wondering how I could get it in touch with you. I would love to talk and share are different experiences that we had as a quadriplegic.
As a 90 yearold, I understand your reasoning. I am much the same. I keep my sense of humor at the go. You just never know when you will need it. I love your venrs. Keep them coming.
Thank you so much, I am glad you are enjoying the blog, and that you are keeping a sense of humor about things, it certainly makes life more fun, especially when things are less-than-perfect!
Loa, your personal perspective is once again so clear. One of my favorite sayings about life is “This is not a dress rehearsal!” We can rest later… be in the moment and be a part of life. You are a wonderful example of that attitude. Thanks for reminding us all 💕
Hey good morning. How are you doing today? my name is Jabar, And I wanted to reach out because I'm also quadriplegic And I was wondering how I could get it in touch with you. I would love to talk and share are different experiences that we had as a quadriplegic.
I appreciate you taking the time to read and follow my blog! Feel free to find me on social media. Hope you are having a great day! :)
sounds like a plan is you're social media or name and social media? I searched Loa but nothing came up.
As a 90 yearold, I understand your reasoning. I am much the same. I keep my sense of humor at the go. You just never know when you will need it. I love your venrs. Keep them coming.
Thank you so much, I am glad you are enjoying the blog, and that you are keeping a sense of humor about things, it certainly makes life more fun, especially when things are less-than-perfect!
Best,
Loa