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Okay, I need your responses and help with this one
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: 11 hours ago | Replies (82)Comment receiving replies
Your words sure resonate with me. I’m in the transition of knowing I shouldn’t disagree, but not quite there yet. For our 51 years of marriage, he’s always jokingly corrected our family’s grammar (it is rare that we goof, but it was a joke!) or other things….it has been kind of a joking, fun way to interact. So old habits die hard. I am a pretty patient person, so hopefully, as time goes on, I will figure out what you already know…to not disagree…to either be silent or agree…and thank you for this! Be well.
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It is certainly a journey. It took a while to get to the point where I could let things go. I often stop myself and play a scenario in my mind of how it would play out if I said what I was thinking. Mostly I realize that it isn't that important to make that comment or ask that question. I still feel anxious but it goes away after a while. And it is much better than the arguments that frequently had taken place. Things are much calmer and pleasant now that I filter myself better. Know that this support group is here for you and help you through the bad days and celebrate with you on the good days. Wishing you the best on this journey.