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Make your own space
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Make your own space

Being around each other all the time can get frustrating. Make your own space. I go off on my laptop, and also go out with a carer once a week for a few hours, while my wife meets up with her friends.

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Work as a team
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Work as a team

Trying to treat each other the same is a good starting point. Cut out the ‘You Can’t…’  We work together.

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The benefits of living alone
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

The benefits of living alone

Living alone means there is no-one around to move things!

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Music can help you stay positive
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Music can help you stay positive

I put on cheerful music, and stuff that brings back good memories.

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Watching videos can be calming
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Watching videos can be calming

I get upset quite easily. I calm down by watching videos on YouTube, or Face-timing my friend for a good chinwag.

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Nature is healing
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Nature is healing

Nature heals me. I sit in the garden and look at the trees.

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Find a hobby
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Find a hobby

When I was made redundant I had no idea how to spend my time. So I found a hobby – my remote control tractors. If you have nothing to fall back on, you can get depressed.

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A dog for company
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

A dog for company

I have a Dementia Dog. It can be very helpful for company and stroking – but it’s hard when they die.

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Gardening and camping
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Gardening and camping

My garden is my saviour. I love camping in our van too – being away from everyone, escaping.

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Focus on the positive
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By Tanya Monk
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Posted February 7, 2021

Focus on the positive

Keep doing what you can, rather than bemoan what is lost.

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