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Christine Dobbelsteyn Counselling & Seniors Care Consulting

Counselling and therapy service for older adults living in British Columbia, Canada.

11/03/2023

** Day 6 of the Mindfulness Challenge! **

Daily Gratitude Journaling Challenge

Challenge: Set aside a few minutes each day to reflect on and write down three things you're grateful for, continue for a week.

Benefits: Daily reflection helps you process your experiences and emotions, fostering a deeper understanding of yourself and your life. It encourages a sense of gratitude, personal growth, and a more mindful approach to each day.

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10/27/2023

** Day 5 of the Mindfulness Challenge! **

Challenge 5 - One-Minute Breath

Challenge: Set a timer for one minute multiple times a day. During that minute, bring your full attention to your breath, observing it without trying to change it.

Benefits: This challenge provides quick moments of calm and presence throughout your day, helping to reduce stress and improve focus.

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10/24/2023

** Day 4 of The Mindfulness Challenge **

Challenge 4 ~ Mindful Art Creation

Dedicate time each day to create art mindfully. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, crafting, or any other artistic endeavor, focus on the process and the sensory experience of creating. Let go of any expectations for the end result.

Benefits: Engaging in mindful art creation can be a therapeutic and expressive way to be fully present in the moment. It encourages self-expression, reduces stress, and allows you to tap into your creativity while letting go of self-judgment.

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10/20/2023

** Day three of the Mindfulness Challenge! **
Challenge 3 Mindful eating.

Commit to eating one meal per day with full presence and awareness. Focus on the flavours, textures, and sensations of each bite.
Benefits: This practice fosters a healthier relationship with food, encourages slower and more conscious eating, and promotes gratitude for nourishment.
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10/18/2023

** Day two of the six day Mindfulness Challenge! **

Challenge 2
Body Scan Meditation

Dedicate 10-20 minutes each day to a body scan meditation, where you systematically bring your attention to different parts of your body and let go of any muscle tension you feel.

Benefits: This practice increases body awareness, releases physical tension, and promotes relaxation and a sense of well-being.

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10/15/2023

** Practicing mindfulness can be a powerful way to improve your mental well-being and overall quality of life. Here are six mindfulness challenges you can give yourself. **

Follow me for six days of Mindfulness Challenges!

1) - Nature Connection Challenge

Challenge: Spend at least 30 minutes outdoors in nature every day. During this time, be fully present and engage your senses. Observe the sights, sounds, smells, and textures around you.

Benefits: Connecting with nature can have a calming and grounding effect, reduce stress, and enhance your appreciation for the natural world.
It promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and deepens your connection with the environment, allowing you to appreciate the beauty of the world around you.

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10/09/2023

**Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving in Canada.**

Taking time out to spend with family and friends is so important.
Close family connections help seniors feel fulfilled, comforted and loved. This can all lead to a major improvement in their mental health.
Enjoy your long weekend!

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09/27/2023

** I recently had to make some big decisions for myself and my family, wondering if you have made the right decision is often the hardest part. **

Making important decisions for yourself or for loved
ones is unavoidable, and sometimes unbearable.

Stress and trauma can make decision making harder.

It's very common
to develop decision fatigue.

It's also easy
to get help.

Knowing what to ask and who to call when you are accessing services is paramount.
I can advise and guide you, or take on a bigger role and help you action the decision made.

A decision shared, is a decision solved.

I can talk to you about our Public system, our Private system and also guide your family with Future planning, Lets navigate the health system together.

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09/13/2023

September is the month where we come together to raise awareness and challenge the stigma around dementia. This year's campaign, ‘Never too early, never too late’, focuses on risk factors and the crucial role of risk reduction in staving off, delaying or potentially even preventing Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

*Exercising your mind daily can keep your brain stimulated and can delay the onset of dementia.

*Socialization improves mood, cognition, memory recall, and is associated with healthy behaviors, brain games and physical exercise.

Contact me to learn more!
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09/11/2023

** Balance between mind body and spirit is the key to a healthy life**

It's not just about staying physically active, although that's crucial for maintaining mobility and strength; it's also about nurturing mental and emotional well-being.

Finding time for relaxation, engaging in stimulating activities, and fostering strong social connections become essential components in elder years.

The key lies in achieving harmony between these facets of life, recognizing that each contributes to overall wellness.

By embracing this holistic approach, our loved ones can lead fulfilling lives where they not only juggle many things but do so with grace and vitality.

Come and talk with me about balance and well-being!

www.christinedobbelsteyn.ca

09/01/2023

**Did you know that September is Healthy Aging Month?**

It's the perfect time to focus on our well-being, embrace positive habits, and celebrate the beauty of aging gracefully.

Let's make this month all about nourishing our bodies with wholesome foods and staying active to keep our spirits high!

Whether it's a brisk walk in the park, or trying Yoga for the first time.

Take time for mindfulness, practice gratitude daily, and explore new hobbies or interests. Learning is a lifelong journey, and it keeps our minds sharp and curious.

Spend quality time with loved ones, make new friends, and engage in meaningful conversations. Social connections are key to a happy and healthy life!

I offer free 15 min consultations and a 15% discount for the whole month of SEPTEMBER!!

Head to my website to book today.

www.christinedobbelsteyn.ca

08/25/2023

** Friends and family connections are vital for Seniors **

Distance can be a challenge when caring for elderly parents. With planning and a team effort, you can make sure your loved one is getting the care and assistance they need. Phone calls, emails and Facetime are a quick and simple way to reach out and can keep your connection and relationship strong.

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08/11/2023

* Gratitude in nature *

Today, I'm sharing this photo taken in the serene embrace of the mountains. The tranquility and awe-inspiring beauty of nature reminds us of the incredible gift of life itself. Just as we find strength in the mountains, let us find strength in each other.

Let's continue to foster a community where gratitude flows freely, where we cherish our memories and create new ones.

My Inbox is open to chat and to book a session ~ support for older Adults and their caregivers.

www.christinedobbelsteyn.ca

* free 15 minute consultations *

07/24/2023

🌟Happy International Self-Care day!🌟

For me, self-care involves reconnecting with nature, practicing mindfulness through meditation, and fueling my body with nutritious, wholesome foods. It's about engaging in activities that bring joy and fulfillment into my life, and setting aside moments for rest and relaxation.

Whether it's treating yourself to a soothing spa day, taking a leisurely walk in nature, enjoying a favorite book, or simply spending quality time with loved ones, let's make today about recharging our own batteries and nurturing our well-being.

Family Caregivers of BC will be hosting a webinar at 2pm PST click to register here https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gp9ApEktTuisKlJmMCHtOA #/registration

https://www.familycaregiversbc.ca/events/strengthen-your-resiliency-muscle

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07/14/2023

** Counselling for Seniors and guidance for adult children **

Although therapy has grown in popularity, mental health care is still stigmatized, and it can be especially uncomfortable for those who came of age when seeking treatment for mental health problems was less socially acceptable.

Despite the positives, many aging parents and family members who might benefit from seeing a counsellor are still reluctant to go. Many adult children know all too well how difficult it can be to convince these loved ones to make their mental health a priority and to assure them that they can do so without facing judgment or shame, losing their right to privacy or sacrificing their personal boundaries.

If you’re struggling to convince a parent or older loved one to take the first step and give counselling a try, contact me how to guide and encourage them to get the care they need.

Head to my website www.christinedobbelsteyn.ca

06/30/2023

*Stay in the Present moment*

Living in the moment is being aware of the moment we are in. If our minds are in the past or future, we are not truly alive in the present - Satsuki Shibuya

Given the fast pace and hectic schedules most of us keep, a base level of anxiety, stress, and unhappiness is the new norm. You may not even realize it, but this tendency to get sucked into the past and the future can leave you perpetually worn out and feeling out of touch with yourself.

Contact me for a quick and simple Mindfulness Meditation that you can do daily.

www.christinedobbelstyn.ca

06/14/2023

Self-Care Bingo
cross off what you've done this month!

Listened to a new song
Meditated or practiced mindfulness
Kept a consistent sleep routine
Tried a new healthy food
Asked for help
Taken a walk or sat outside in nature
Played a brain game
Made a connection with family
Joined a social occasion

Check in with yourself, make time for your self-care
Ask me for help!

www.christinedobbelsteyn.ca

06/09/2023

Relax into your weekend!

When things feel too overwhelming
remember

Take a breath

One Day at a time
One task at a time
One thought at a time
One moment at a time

Take a moment to notice you are grounded in the present moment, not thinking about the future, not worrying about the past.
Know that you are most yourself when you are in the present
moment.🙏

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