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Permission to rant
In a recent post we were given "permission to rant" on this site. There are several benefits:
1. Validation. For those with similar feelings/experiences , we know we are not the only ones with complaints or negative thoughts.
2. Gratitude. For our own situations . Personally, I am immensely grateful that my spouse with dementia is still kind and cooperative.
3. Preparation. It gets us ready to face the difficulties that are surely down the road on this unpredictable journey.
Thank you for the opportunity.
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Sometimes, it's necessary to "clear the decks" before you can move on.
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1 Reaction@4goakley. I like the idea of ranting as long as some rules are followed.
1. Respect for everyone! Even if you don’t agree. And respect for those who can’t speak for themselves, i.e. doctors. They might not have good bedside manners, but they know a lot more than we do.
2. Control! No hollering, referring to others with slurs, etc.
3. Support for everyone involved!
4. Don’t hog the conversation like you’re the only one who knows or has the answer.
5. Anyone with further suggestions?