I'm sure everyone listening comes across some pretty grumpy people, especially these days. Caregivers face it on a regular basis because people needing care deal with a lot of discouragement and depression for many reasons. How can you be around a negative person without it affecting your mood? I've had plenty of practice in turning my clients moods into a more pleasant direction, but it doesn't always last. If you are consistently showing an example of positivity it does rub off on those around you, just as their negative energy can rub off on you. In order to keep up, you need to keep your spirits up too. In this podcast I tell you a story about a very mean and grumpy lady I cared for and how it ended for her. I also share my techniques for not being an emotional sponge and not getting sucked down into the negative energy source. You are can learn to hear things through rose colored hearing aids. Hope this helps keep you in good spirits. Remember to include yourself in the care you give by focusing on the good in life and doing more of what restores you. Please message me and tell me about your experience. My website for Redefining caregiving is www.samdamm.com You can also find me on Facebook and Instagram under Redefining Caregiving

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