15/02/2026
Taking Care of Yourself Inside and Out
In the busy world we live in, and especially if you are a carer or have a disability it is easy to forget about taking care of ourselves. Wellness is about more than just physical health—it's about feeling good in every way. If you have a disability attaining and maintaining wellness is an additional challenge for some.
Think of wellness as a balance between your body, mind, and spirit. It's about finding ways to feel good inside and out, even when life gets hectic.
Taking care of your wellness means making small changes in your daily routine, like
• eating well,
• getting enough sleep, and
• finding time to relax.
It's also about surrounding yourself with positive people and letting go of things that bring you down.
It's not always easy, but the rewards are worth it. When you take care of your wellness, you'll feel happier, more energetic, and better able to handle whatever life throws your way.
So, as you start on this journey of wellness, remember that you're not alone. Together, let's discover the joy of feeling good in every way, and find the best version of ourselves along the way.
Essentially most people agree that a holistic approach which includes supporting the following three essential aspects:
1. Physical health
2. Psychological health
3. Spiritual health.
Ageing & Disability: the older person, the person who acquires a disability
There are many issues and changes we will face when become older. Some of the key changes that ageing may bring to us can include;
• physical processes
• changes to our cognitive function
• changes to our physical ability (stroke, quadriplegia etc)
• changes to our social interaction
• changes to our role and family relationships
• changes to our living arrangements
• changes to our level of independence
We may need to face:
• Loss and grief
• Family carer issues
• Different attitudes and expectations of society towards us
• Health challenges
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