... With each breath, I greet the day knowing while it is a struggle I can do this.""I tell myself I can handle this. Slow down and concentrate on breathing properly. If I panic I don't have a chance of gaining controls, I am trying to learn not to rush around all the time." ...
Ready to Stop Judging Yourself?
... With each breath, I greet the day knowing while it is a struggle I can do this.""I tell myself I can handle this. Slow down and concentrate on breathing properly. If I panic I don't have a chance of gaining controls, I am trying to learn not to rush around all the time." ...
... Tip 10: Ask Others for Help When NecessaryAnyone dealing with a chronic condition should pinpoint the locations with the most cost-effective care and write them down, Null recommends. ...
... Please insist that you do indeed need it and no you cannot wait till the next day."Have you used "I" statements to set boundaries? How did it feel?Share your stories about direct communication in the comments below or on MyCOPDTeam. ...
Tap Into the Power of Directness: Use "I"
... Please insist that you do indeed need it and no you cannot wait till the next day."Have you used "I" statements to set boundaries? How did it feel?Share your stories about direct communication in the comments below or on MyCOPDTeam. ...
... Had to join a quit group online but I didn't give in. (I had a couple pretty tough days.)" Did you OR are you still trying to quit smoking? Have you identified your triggers? Share in the comments below or directly on MyCOPDTeam. ...
How to Beat Triggers That Make You Crave a Cigarette
... Had to join a quit group online but I didn't give in. (I had a couple pretty tough days.)" Did you OR are you still trying to quit smoking? Have you identified your triggers? Share in the comments below or directly on MyCOPDTeam. ...
... How do you like to spend the few moments where you feel "normal?" ...
... How do you deal with insomnia and sleep issues that keep you awake at night? ...
... Air pollution (car exhaust, factory pollution) High pollen counts Smoking CessationIn case you didn’t know, smoking tobacco is the main cause of COPD and is responsible for as many as nine out of 10 COPD-related deaths, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. ...
How to Manage Your COPD Like a Respiratory Therapist – Part 1
... Air pollution (car exhaust, factory pollution) High pollen counts Smoking CessationIn case you didn’t know, smoking tobacco is the main cause of COPD and is responsible for as many as nine out of 10 COPD-related deaths, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. ...
... You should gradually work up to exercising for 20 to 30 minutes, at minimum three to four times per week.Beneficial types of exercise:Stretching – Before starting to exercise, you should take at least 5 to 10 minutes to stretch your muscles. ...
How to Manage Your COPD Like a Respiratory Therapist – Part 2
... You should gradually work up to exercising for 20 to 30 minutes, at minimum three to four times per week.Beneficial types of exercise:Stretching – Before starting to exercise, you should take at least 5 to 10 minutes to stretch your muscles. ...
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