I believe you can be an amazing family caregiver and enjoy your life. Two things can be true at the same time. Make your list of what things in life bring you joy. Here are some questions to help uncover what these are:
- What are your favorite foods, movies, tv shows, and musicians?
- What sights, smells, and sounds do you enjoy?
- What did I love to do when I was 10 or 16?
- What topics capture my attention?
- What makes you laugh?
And, because life is better together. Ask your care partner and family members what brings them joy.
Share this list with people who are asking you what they can do to help you. You can say ‘help me find more JOY in my life.’ Who wouldn’t want to help with that!?!
Download your Joint Joy List FUNsheet here.
