Staying positive despite COPD-Lovego weekly report

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Staying positive despite COPD

All the medications and health precautions that come with COPD can leave you feeling overwhelmed and troubled with all the changes needed. These, plus the stress of coping with the bothersome symptoms of the disease, can leave your emotions out of control. When left unchecked, these emotions gone haywire can lead to anxiety and even depression, leaving a strain on your mental and emotional health. Fortunately, there are things you can do to ease the blues and stay positive despite COPD.

Choose a good physician. Having a great doctor means that you can communicate openly with him or her, and are not hesitant to trust his or her opinions. A good physician can provide sound medical advice while still being able to put you at ease and make you feel better despite your perceived difficulties regarding your condition. This type of relationship with your doctor can have a positive impact on how you view your condition, especially if your doctor is able to put you at ease and make you see the bright side of things.

Set a daily goal. Being able to achieve something every day can boost your morale and give you a sense of purpose and accomplishment. Set a slightly challenging yet achievable goal that makes you look forward to getting up the next day and doing it. No matter how small your goal is, like walking a bit more every day or doing one more chore, every accomplished goal is a sign of progress and can help keep you feeling more productive, more capable, and less anxious about your condition.

Have a new hobby, or resume an old one. If your condition has stopped you from having any hobbies, now can be the right time to start thinking about what your interests are. Even if some hobbies, such as playing sports or frequent traveling, can be off-limits, there are numerous other things you can keep yourself busy with. Creating crafts, gardening, and puzzles, and even yoga and Tai chi can help keep you occupied while also being great for your mental, emotional and physical health. Additionally, many hobbies can be done with family members and friends. This means that you get to spend more time with your loved ones, too!

Practice positive thinking. Everything is a matter of perspective, so they say. Having a positive outlook can only come about by practicing positive thinking. Many studies have shown that a positive attitude can make patients cope much better with their condition, leading to a more rapid recovery or a slower progression of the disease. Though at some moments, it may be difficult to dispel darker thoughts, doing positive self-talk and getting used to positive affirmations can be accomplished with continuous practice. Identify negative thoughts and change the way you perceive such thoughts. Check in constantly and be aware whenever a negative thought creeps in. Then, find something positive about the thought, or try to assure yourself that things could be worse and that something good will come out of the situation. In time, you’ll see that you’ve become more optimistic about things and not tend to worry too much.

Find ways to laugh more. Be it sharing jokes or watching a good comedy movie, it’s easy to find ways to laugh more. When you laugh, your brain releases chemicals that make you feel more relaxed, feel less pain, feel more at ease, and be less stressed. This shows that there may actually be a basis to the saying “laughter is the best medicine.” Also, remember that to some extent, how you act can influence how you feel and think. Thus, seeking out ways to laugh more can actually make you a happier, more positive person. Try joking around with your family at the dinner table, or watch funny videos on the internet. In no time, you’ll end up laughing at yourself, too. You’ll see that it really isn’t that difficult to cheer yourself up!

Staying happier and keeping negative thoughts at bay isn’t really that difficult. Once you get used to thinking and staying positive, you’ll notice that you actually feel better about your condition. This will also help you stay motivated and energetic despite the symptoms of COPD.


Do you have any more tips to staying positive and feeling happier? How has staying positive helped you with your condition? Do share with us in the comments below!

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