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-Deb Curren
Setbacks can be setups for comebacks, if you let them be!! My motto now is, “I get to…” If I get down, because I must force myself to practice walking, daily, I turn it around and say, “I GET TO PRACTICE WALKING TODAY”.
You may think that I am always happy, positive and only see “the glass half full”. Not true. I have my occasional pity party times and negative moods. As difficult as it is to turn the negative thinking into a more positive pattern, I, quickly, try my hardest to fill up that “half empty glass” with lots of positive thoughts and gratitude:
1. I watch videos of my initial PT sessions, when my legs could only move with the help of a therapist.
2. I give thanks for the small home we purchased before my stroke and the conveniences it offers which we did not realize we needed, at the time of purchase that helps with my recovery.
3. I am thankful that I was at home when my stroke occurred and not driving my car on the way to AZ or in an unfamiliar state with no doctors yet setup.
4. I am so very grateful for my husband who never gives up on me, keeps feeding me positive reinforcement and gives 24/7 of his time, energy and love to care for me.
5. I am thankful to have a huge support system who prays for me and has never given up on what I can and will do.
6. I look at each day and know that THAT day brings me closer to recovery IF I keep the faith, PUT in the energy and NEVER EVER give up hope.
It is my choice to NEVER give up and to keep on keeping’ on! I hope that my story can help you or someone you know who may be struggling with their situation. Thank you for taking the time to listen.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Have a great day!