By LuAnn Pierce — 2013
When you truly focus your attention to the task, the switch to thinking mindfully about your action results in a change in your feelings and behavior.
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Being able to say, “No, I can no longer continue to provide care in this way,” may not only save the caregiver from emotional and physical burnout, but can also open up opportunities of shared caregiving responsibilities with others while deepening the level of honesty and openness in the...
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