My family absoultly hates that i chose to go vegetarian, in one day, my whole family knows without me telling them, i already got into a huge fight with my aunt, does your family support your choice???
Our friends and family play a larger role in our lives than we realize sometimes. Although we may feel strongly about the need to shed those extra pounds and to get ourselves back into shape, it is an uphill battle if the most important people in our lives are not in our corner.
It isn’t like we need “support” or some goofy group hug from people, but we definitely need to let them know that we are serious about this weight loss deal and that some changes have to be made in our lives that may affect the way we relate to one another.
For some reason, when I first attempted to lose weight, I was laughed at. Friends and family made fun of my shot to lose weight which I must say was very demoralizing. I guess they are used to make fun of a ‘fat’ me and anything I did was something to be laughed at. The thing is that such unsupportive gesture will most probably affect your attempt to lose weight and
Research shows that dieters are more likely to change their ways if they feel they have the support of family, a close friend, or a coworker. Along with eating more vegetables and smaller portions, those on a quest to lose weight can get family members or friends to join them to lift weights or go for walks regularly. That’ll be more fun.
The workout buddies can even try activities they wouldn’t have done alone, like yoga and badminton.
Here are some tips for getting friends and family to support your desire to lose weight:
Be up-front. Let friends and family know you’re making changes in your eating habits. It may stop loved ones from offering you foods you’re trying to avoid and encourage healthy cooking at group events. Asking them for help also adds accountability.
Buddy up. The fact is, many adults are overweight and, chances are, you have friends or coworkers who may be interested in changing their eating behavior as well. Research shows that when one person slims down, those around him or her are more likely to lose, according to a 2007 study by researchers at Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego.
Start small. If you’re worried about food pushers, make small, less noticeable changes instead of obvious ones. It will help you ease into weight loss and avoid unwanted attention. For example, at the next family dinner, use a salad plate when you go through the buffet. Chances are, no one will notice your little switch, and you’ll be consuming less food.
Have fun. The good thing about doing things with other people is that you would be able to have more fun. Plan to do something impromptu once in a while. Change your eating plan and exercise regime occasionally so you won’t be bored with the same routine. With buddies, you’ll have more ideas to do so.
One last piece of advice is to avoid unsupportive people. Even if you can’t avoid those people, you don’t have to inform them of your intention to lose weight, let alone updating them on your progress. They’ll probably mock you even more. Trust me, you really don’t need that!
I would like to be able to send a soldier that has no family support and send parcels ETC. How can I do this please? I grew up without family and I would be so happy to to do this.
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Not only do our friends, but also our family, play a significantly large role in our lives and much more than we realize. When it comes to losing weight, we may feel strong about the need to shed some extra pounds and get into shape, but it is still a hard battle if the most important people to us do not support us.
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When in a weight loss program, it is important to be very up-front and honest with your friends and family by letting them know of the changes you are making in your eating habits. It should lead those people to stop offering you foods that you want to avoid and also encourage healthy cooking and eating. When asking others for support it also adds accountability.
It is not like we actually need the physical ‘support’, like that of a hug, when trying to lose weight but more of the awareness from others that we are serious about the diet and changes have to be made that could affect other people close to us. When wanting to lose weight and also eat healthier during a weight loss program, it can be very challenging to do every day. That is why a support system, especially support from a family, is so beneficial.
Research shows that people who are on diets and in a weight loss program are more like to change the way they are feeling if they have support from everyone around them, including family, friends and coworkers. At the time a dieter is eating more vegetables and having smaller portions, it is very likely for those who are supporting to join them and make the same changes. There seems to be more success when more people are working together toward the same goals.
Alcohol and Drug addiction has a devastating effect not only on the individual addict but on the entire family as well. It has been proven time and again that successfully overcoming addiction to alcohol and drugs requires the collaborative effort of the whole family and all those who are directly affected.
Residential rehab programs offer addicts various programs that are especially designed to alleviate the pain of withdrawal symptoms and to provide constructive outlets for their various addictive urges. One of the biggest set backs to long term relapse prevention is the temptation to resort to old habits once the recovered addict leaves the structured environment of the rehab program and re-enters his old surroundings. Family and spousal support is paramount during this phase of relapse prevention. In the absence of a solid support system, the former addict will most likely slip back into addiction.
Addiction is a Family Ailment
Alcoholism is considered as a family disease in medical circles and in the community as large. The families of alcohol addicts are directly affected by the alcoholism either due to abuse, neglect or sheer embarrassment of the alcoholic’s behavior. They are constantly trying to gauge the alcoholic’s mood and try their best to alter their behaviors in an effort to control the amount of alcohol that the addict may imbibe.
If a family party acts as an incentive to encourage drinking, they would rather forego the party and cancel all plans rather than run the risk of initiating another alcoholic binge. While many wives try their best to be supportive and non-critical of their partner’s addiction, even a supposed slight is enough for the addict to relapse into alcoholism.
Role of Family in Relapse Prevention
Living with a recovering alcohol addict is tough on their families who constantly feel like they are walking on eggshells. They have to measure everything they do, think about where they go and censor what they eat at family meal times.
Studies show there are 17 common triggers that can compromise an alcohol addict’s journey to recovery. Observing these few rules will help pre-empt these triggers and increase the odds of the addict staying clean for a longer time:
If the occasion calls for alcohol to be served, inform the recovering alcoholic in advance of the various non-alcoholic beverages that he can choose from.
Avoid serving any dishes that contain alcohol.
Steer clear of pubs and former favorite hanging-out venues.
Do not keep any alcohol or alcoholic products within easy reach; preferably do not keep any in the house at all.
Do not be obsessive or continuously nag your spouse about the use of alcohol.
Be supportive of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and make sure your spouse attends all the meetings.
Make it a point to keep all doctor’s appointments and do not give up on the therapy, no matter how frustrating and tiring it may be.
Try and keep to your former routines as much as possible, they provide the recovering addict with much-needed stability.
Do not harbor resentment or ill feelings for damage done or hurt caused during the addictive phase. Letting it go and learning to forgive and forget hastens the healing process.
Recovering from addiction is a complex process. Expect set-backs along the way and try not to hold it against the person who is also facing an uphill battle in his struggle against addiction.
Make sure that one addiction is not replaced by another.
Watch for changes in behavioral patterns. Signs of unexplained depression, anger or anxiety could be silent signals that the recovering addict may relapse into addiction.
Do not let the recovering addict stop medications without the doctor’s advice.
Remember that addiction is nobody’s fault. It is an ailment much like other medical conditions and the addict should not be blamed or personally faulted. Unnecessary blame and criticism can only provoke the victim into relapse and does nothing to help recovery.
I just dont see how i can play tennis if i cant get support from family. Someone give me advice please.
I know you need to cut druggies off unless they get help but what happens if you also treat them like you hate them?
My brother is on Meth and he did a lot of horrible things to our family over the years. When our Mom passed away I finally retaliated and did a lot of horrible things to him. To be honest though it didn’t make me feel any better.
I am wondering what losing all family support will do to a drug addict?
The quality of life and health are greatly increased when those who are diabetic control their blood glucose levels consistently throughout the day. Tight glycemic control can prevent many of the illnesses associated with diabetes such as peripheral neuropathy, glaucoma, cardiovascular disease and hypertension. A good predictor of careful blood glucose monitoring is the Hemoglobin A1C test. This test can measure the amount of glucose that has bound to blood cells over ninety to a one hundred and twenty day period, which is the approximate life of a red blood cell. As it happens, glucose, once bound to a red blood cell, stays bound to it for the course of the blood cells life. The acceptable level that indicates good glycemic control is 7.0% or less. (1). Levels greater than this indicate that the diabetic individual needs to exert greater control over their blood sugar levels. Many times, diabetics will insist that they are doing a successful job at monitoring their blood glucose levels, until their hemoglobin A1C results come back with results greater than 7.0%.
It is not unusual for diabetics to become frustrated, or overwhelmed with the task of managing their blood glucose, administering insulin and eating a well balanced diet. Those diabetics, who have led a sedentary life style, are over weight, drink and or smoke, are placing their health in jeopardy by not adhering to their blood glucose monitoring regime. Finger sticks two to four times a day are not pleasant. Combine that with the insulin injections, and it is no wonder that many diabetics continue to ignore their medical problem. Also, many diabetics will say that they feel good, so there is no reason to monitor their blood glucose carefully. What the diabetic needs to understand is that although they may feel well, their blood glucose can still be at a level that is physiologically destructive. A blood glucose level of 160mg/dl may not make the diabetic notice any physical symptoms, but internally that extra sugar can break down muscle tissue, affect their kidneys and start plaque build up in their arteries by raising their LDL’s (low density lipoproteins). Family, friends and visiting nurses can help the diabetic manage their blood glucose consistently. Those members of the family who buy the groceries should keep healthy foods on hand for snack time such as yogurts, carrots, fruit, nuts, and whole grain cereals. Family members should try to eat the same foods as their diabetic member. Limiting carbonated beverages, cakes, cookies and processed sweets in the household will help the diabetic family member realize that they are important and help them to adhere to a well balanced diet. It is important for the diabetic family member to know that they are not alone.
Friends can help in a similar fashion by suggesting a healthy restaurant when dinning out, such as Mediterranean or sea food cuisine. The visiting nurse can help by meeting with the diabetic client and the rest of the family, offering praise, support and knowledge. Praise and encouragement from the nurse can help renew the clients hope and the family’s commitment to the health of their loved one. The visiting nurse can bring new knowledge about treatments and tests, verify that the client is using the equipment properly and assess the injection sites. They can also bring supplies to the home, such as syringes, alcohol wipes and brochures.
Diabetic support groups are also very helpful. Family members should encourage their loved one to attend and accompany them. The more knowledgeable a family is about their loved ones illness the better they will be at helping them manage their condition successfully.
Family members need to encourage their diabetic loved one to express their feelings. Let them weep, cry, yell and or scream. Give them the freedom to express their emotions in an accepting and loving environment. Whether the diabetic is six or sixty, diabetes can make one feel all alone, and this can lead to apathy towards their illness. Family and friends can play a crucial role in helping the diabetic manage their blood sugar so that they can live a long, healthy and happy life.
Below is a list of some of the diabetic support groups.
References:
1. Lewis, Heiitkemper, Dirkesen, Medical Surgical Nursing 6th ed., Copyright 2006, Mosby, St. Louis., pages 1273 -1278.
2. www.defeatdiabetes.org/support_groups
3. www.accu-chek.com
4. www.Type2Diabetes-Info.com
5. www.ChildrensDiabetesFdn.org
6. www.diabetesinmichigan.org
7. www.diabetesmonitor.com
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When someone you love has been diagnosed with manic depression the first reaction can actually be one of relief. You finally know what is wrong, and there is a name for it. There is also help and medication to stabilize the extremes of the illness. That relief is often quickly followed by fear. That is completely normal, and allowing yourself to acknowledge that you are afraid of what issues and hardships dealing with this illness will cause and the impact it will have on your family will help you sort out the things you need to do to make it a smoother and more effective transition to caring for your loved one.
Manic Depression is not something your family member can simply get over. It is important to realize that the problems they are experiencing are caused by an illness, not by any decision made by them. You have probably become quite aware of their extremes in mood and now that you know what is causing it, you can use a clear head to remain calm during times of crisis and help talk them down, or up as the need arises.
There are practical needs that you can use to assist your family member with in learning how to control the affects of the illness. Helping them remember to take their medicines at the appropriate times is one of the biggest things that you and your family member will have to become accustomed to. It can be a great help to make a chart showing exactly when to take the prescribed medicines. Gentle reminders with the assurance that you are not trying to control them, but instead, just trying to help them make sure they continue with their recovery can be helpful in making sure this vital area is covered.
When they need someone to talk to, be there. That is probably one of the most helpful things you can do to provide support for your family member dealing with manic depression. You do not have to have the answers to their problems. You just need to be a willing listener who will provide an understanding ear without judging them for their feelings or problems.
Make sure that daily tasks are broken down into manageable projects. This will provide your loved one with a feeling of accomplishment and a sense of independence. You will be able to help them adjust to their lives and continue being productive.
Another very important role you can play in supporting your loved one through impending crisis, is to be a first alert to on-coming trouble. It is sometimes difficult for the patient dealing with manic depression to recognize the early signs of either side of the mood swings. If you see them becoming hyper, talking rapidly, having scattered thoughts, or being unable to concentrate on any one thing, or doing other excessive things like shopping, or eating excessively, Alert them gently to the beginnings of a problem they should seek the advice of their psychiatrist on. Perhaps an adjustment to their medications will be necessary.
Conversely if you see the opposite side of manic depression manifesting itself in the inability to get out of bed, the feeling of being overwhelmed by even simple projects, feeling exhausted, and even saying things like “you would be better off without me” or other signs of severe depression it is also time to alert your loved one to the need for help. Never ignore the signs of depression as they can escalate rapidly to dangerous levels.
You and your family can live happy, well-adjusted lives once you get past the initial shock and fear of their diagnosis. Learning how to best handle the swings and crisis of both sides of the manic depressive coin will give you the security of a long, and happy life.