Thank you for sharing your article with the EmpowHER community!
This article could not have come at a better time, especially for me! I had this experience this holiday with a close family member. I noticed a significant decline in the health of someone close to me and I got worried. My fear sparked some emotions that I don't know how to handle.
She has gained a large amount of weight and can't get around very easily. I got frustrated watching her go back for seconds and even thirds of mashed potatoes, butter and gravy.
It's hard to sit back and watch someone do this to themselves and I even asked my husband how I should approach her with my concerns and fears. I am fearful that she will have a stroke or heart attack.
I really like how you said we should not judge (hence not judge her choice of foods) and listen. I also like how you said not to "attack" them.
Your suggestions remind me to be kind and gentle and take a more active role in her life. You're right, it will probably take some time and a few different conversations. I do know, that I don't want to just ignore the concern.
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Dear Mike,
Thank you for sharing your article with the EmpowHER community!
This article could not have come at a better time, especially for me! I had this experience this holiday with a close family member. I noticed a significant decline in the health of someone close to me and I got worried. My fear sparked some emotions that I don't know how to handle.
She has gained a large amount of weight and can't get around very easily. I got frustrated watching her go back for seconds and even thirds of mashed potatoes, butter and gravy.
It's hard to sit back and watch someone do this to themselves and I even asked my husband how I should approach her with my concerns and fears. I am fearful that she will have a stroke or heart attack.
I really like how you said we should not judge (hence not judge her choice of foods) and listen. I also like how you said not to "attack" them.
Your suggestions remind me to be kind and gentle and take a more active role in her life. You're right, it will probably take some time and a few different conversations. I do know, that I don't want to just ignore the concern.
Thank you for your SHARE!
Best,
Kristin
January 5, 2015 - 1:09pmThis Comment
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