Tips from an OT to set up your new year for success #occupationaltherapy #selfcare #newyear #livingvalues #newyearnewyou January was named after the Roman god Janus who symbolizes beginnings and endings. Janus is depicted as having two faces (one looking into the past and the other into the future). January is a great time for reflection and setting new goals for the upcoming years. January is a great time to focus on self-care. We can't meet our goals and aspirations if

Essential Tips to Avoid Burnout #caregiving #caregiver #carergiverburnout #Selfcare #occupationaltherapy 1. There are approximately 40.4 million unpaid caregivers of adults over 65 in the United States. 2. 9 out of 10 people in that group are caring for an aging relative. 3. Adults 45-64 are most likely to be caregivers and often balance the responsibility of caring for an aging relative as well as their own growing families (Pew Research Center). When you become a caregiver

February is the month of the heart: American Heart Month, Valentine's Day, and National Random Act of Kindness Day. #OurHearts, #SelfCare, #OT, #BetterTogether February is known as American Heart month. There are many initiatives to help people improve their physical heart health. As an Occupational Therapist, I take a slightly different view. Occupational Therapy is all about balance. There are so many reasons to keep you heart physically healthy, but it's important to sta