Hello my lovelies! There was so much discussed
the other day that I decided to break up the meeting into two parts. So besides
the marijuana discussion we also had the following:
Janice reminded everyone to check out the
bulletin boards on our way in and out of our appointments. They have a wealth
of information and resources for those of us struggling with chronic pain. Lots
of flyers, business cards etc to view. Handy little resources I tell you! One
of which is a flyer for “Living Well With Chronic Conditions” which is a FREE
(yes I said FREE!) 6 week program/discussion group. A few of our members have
attended previously and give rave reviews! The program helps you plan and make
goals. Then shows you how to break them down to achieve them. A great
motivational class. And did I mention FREE?! Starts April 11 and goes to May 16
from 10 to 12:30 downstairs. They include a workbook and a very nice incentive
for going. I won’t kill the surprise with the incentive but I think you will be
pleasantly surprised. ;) Class fills up fast so register early. Only room for
22 people. So if interested, don’t put off registering to the last minute.
Linda said that Norman Doidge has released “How
The Brain Heals Itself” and finds it a very interesting read. A few others
(sorry they were in the back and I can’t recall who, also said it was a good
read) so you may want to check that out.
The Pain Society Of Oregon has generously paid
for our flyers. (THANK YOU!) Saving Janice from having to ask for donations.
Which I feel horrible about. I always forget to ask if she needs funds to help
run the group. She gives up so much of her time for us, its unfair we take her
money too! I will try to be better about checking in with her on that and
asking for help if its required. Anyways, the handout flyer says I.S.E.E. which
stands for information, solutions, encouragement, and empowerment. Is that not
genius? This support group is by far the best in the area (that I have seen.)
They really do get the information out there. Help us find solutions to our
every day struggles and pain, while also giving us encouragement to keep going
because as chronic pain suffers tend to do, we like to withdraw, and lastly the
people in the group helps give back control of your life which is the
empowerment part.
I just want to do a huge thank you to Janice. She
really is OUR VOICE! She's working along side doctors and other professionals
in the area and making sure we, the patients, are heard! There is just not
enough THANK YOU'S for that. Most doctors do not know what its like to live
with chronic pain EVERY day. So as good as their intentions are, sometimes they
forget or don't see our point of view. Janice is the one to knock them upside
the head and make sure they are listening. Thats HUGE!!! And I love, love, love
her for it. So Janice, if you are reading this, I think you are amazing and I
for one really appreciate your voice. Thank you. (Janice is now the
chairman on the patient advocacy committee. Alongside Audrey and Leanne, Janice
will continue to be our voice. How wonderful!)
As many of you know, our speakers were late. Because they had a
board meeting. LOL! Told you that we need to make them change their days! But
Savaji stepped up to the plate. Well, actually I think Linda thru him on the
platter. Ha Ha Ha! Poor man. He had no idea he'd be speaking that night. But he
did a great job. I happened to miss the night that he presented (still crying
over that one!) and didn't get to learn about REFLEXOLOGY. He's worked on
newborns to those golden people in their 100's. Amazing! Reflexology is
basically accessing the accupressure points on the hands, feet, and ears and
increasing the blood circulation which in turn increases the oxygen in your
blood. Through the application of pressure on specific points without use of
tools, reflexology relieves the tension and improves circulation to promote a
more natural function of the related areas of the body. I was very
intrigued and would love to learn more.
I think that about sums everything up. Gentle hugs to you all. May you have a blessed day!
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