Sphere of Control
Parkinson’s doesn’t have to be in the driver’s seat.
Let’s talk about how you can navigate taking charge, action, and control.
Our August meeting will focus on the “Sphere of Control” concept and how it can be applied to different aspects of life with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
The Sphere of Control is a simple yet effective concept that assists you in concentrating your energy on things you have direct influence over rather than being preoccupied with things you cannot control. It consists of three areas:
Things we can control.
Things we can influence.
Things beyond our control.
In our meeting, we’ll discuss how this concept relates to five important aspects of PD management.
Nutrition: We’ll discuss how your nutrition choices may help manage PD symptoms.
Exercise: We’ll explore exercise routines you can adapt to your capabilities, emphasizing what movements and activities you can manage.
Stress Management: We’ll introduce techniques like deep breathing and laughter yoga that you can practice to help reduce stress.
Managing Medication: We’ll discuss staying organized and consistent with your prescriptions.
Social Connections: We’ll talk about ways you can actively maintain and nurture your support systems and relationships.
As a component of our stress management conversation, we will join in a lighthearted 3-minute laughter yoga practice. Discover how laughter can be a controllable tool to uplift your spirits and alleviate stress.
Remember that the objective is to empower yourself by focusing on what you can control rather than dwelling on aspects of PD beyond your control.
I can’t wait to see all of you at our upcoming meeting. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.
