Having COPD can be quite burdensome. Dealing with a lot of changes and sacrificing certain activities can make you realize that your life is a bit different from before. However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy life anymore.
With the right effort, some modifications around your home, and a slight change in perspective, you’ll see that you’ll be able to relish life just like before. Improving your quality of life and staying healthy need not be difficult. Aside from quitting smoking and avoiding irritants, as well as taking your medications religiously, here are other things you can do to boost your well-being and function optimally every day.
Organize your day.
Planning your activities for the day helps you put things in perspective. It allows you to check on what you need to prepare for, as well as what to expect for the day. If you’re expecting visitors, you can call them in advance and inform them of the best time for them to come by. If there are tasks you need to do, check if you have everything you need and how you can go about these tasks more easily. If you feel that you have too many activities for the day, trim down your list and remind yourself to do only tasks which are important and necessary. Knowing what to expect for the day keeps you from overdoing yourself and helps you maintain a balanced day.
Re-arrange your home.
Having COPD requires you to be able to move around with the least amount of effort. To make moving about your home much easier, you may need to re-arrange some aspects, such as the furniture. Add more chairs around the house so that you can easily sit down when doing activities like preparing food, other household chores, and grooming. Making your home COPD-friendly can greatly improve your level of comfort and make staying around the house more enjoyable. If you haven’t done this yet, it’s best to prioritize this and ask help from family and friends.
Ensure a good night’s sleep.
Proper sleep is essential to your well-being. Along with other home modifications, prioritize making your bedroom a restful place. Keep warm by using a quilt rather than layers of blankets. Choose linens that are comfy but do not release too much fibers into the air. It’s also best to opt for hypoallergenic pillow and mattress covers to keep dust mites at bay. Additionally, keep a bedside table with a lamp for you to easily reach for emergency medications like inhalers, your cellphone, and other important items.
Maintain contact with your social circles.
Though it may sometimes be a challenge to frequently meet friends outside your home, keep in mind that it’s still important to continue interacting with people. With minimal modifications, you can still continue to enjoy meeting and interacting with friends. For example, when leaving the house on humid days, have someone prepare the car to a cooler temperature. Minimize environmental exposure by quickly getting from the house to the car, and then moving quickly from the car to your indoor meeting place. Make sure that you meet friends or attend events in venues that have minimal pollutants, such as in areas with adequate air-conditioning. If you use supplemental oxygen, be sure to have your portable equipment with you, along with an adequate supply. Try to reduce the weight of your bag by bringing only what is necessary, such as your medications and important personal effects. Don’t forget to enjoy your get-together and plan the next one with your friends!
Start a new hobby.
Have you ever wanted to start painting? Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn how to knit? Or maybe you’ve been planning a small herb garden for years, but haven’t gotten around to starting it. Now is the time to do it! You can start planning how to go about your new hobby, organize and purchase the materials you need, and begin doing it. If you think you need to learn more about your new hobby, there are a lot of free online resources to guide you. Starting a new hobby gets you looking forward to the days ahead, while providing you with an easy way to relax and remain active.
Keeping all of these in mind and implementing them can greatly improve your well-being. Start doing them now and experience life to the fullest!
With the right effort, some modifications around your home, and a slight change in perspective, you’ll see that you’ll be able to relish life just like before. Improving your quality of life and staying healthy need not be difficult. Aside from quitting smoking and avoiding irritants, as well as taking your medications religiously, here are other things you can do to boost your well-being and function optimally every day.
Organize your day.
Planning your activities for the day helps you put things in perspective. It allows you to check on what you need to prepare for, as well as what to expect for the day. If you’re expecting visitors, you can call them in advance and inform them of the best time for them to come by. If there are tasks you need to do, check if you have everything you need and how you can go about these tasks more easily. If you feel that you have too many activities for the day, trim down your list and remind yourself to do only tasks which are important and necessary. Knowing what to expect for the day keeps you from overdoing yourself and helps you maintain a balanced day.
Re-arrange your home.
Having COPD requires you to be able to move around with the least amount of effort. To make moving about your home much easier, you may need to re-arrange some aspects, such as the furniture. Add more chairs around the house so that you can easily sit down when doing activities like preparing food, other household chores, and grooming. Making your home COPD-friendly can greatly improve your level of comfort and make staying around the house more enjoyable. If you haven’t done this yet, it’s best to prioritize this and ask help from family and friends.
Ensure a good night’s sleep.
Proper sleep is essential to your well-being. Along with other home modifications, prioritize making your bedroom a restful place. Keep warm by using a quilt rather than layers of blankets. Choose linens that are comfy but do not release too much fibers into the air. It’s also best to opt for hypoallergenic pillow and mattress covers to keep dust mites at bay. Additionally, keep a bedside table with a lamp for you to easily reach for emergency medications like inhalers, your cellphone, and other important items.
Maintain contact with your social circles.
Though it may sometimes be a challenge to frequently meet friends outside your home, keep in mind that it’s still important to continue interacting with people. With minimal modifications, you can still continue to enjoy meeting and interacting with friends. For example, when leaving the house on humid days, have someone prepare the car to a cooler temperature. Minimize environmental exposure by quickly getting from the house to the car, and then moving quickly from the car to your indoor meeting place. Make sure that you meet friends or attend events in venues that have minimal pollutants, such as in areas with adequate air-conditioning. If you use supplemental oxygen, be sure to have your portable equipment with you, along with an adequate supply. Try to reduce the weight of your bag by bringing only what is necessary, such as your medications and important personal effects. Don’t forget to enjoy your get-together and plan the next one with your friends!
Start a new hobby.
Have you ever wanted to start painting? Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn how to knit? Or maybe you’ve been planning a small herb garden for years, but haven’t gotten around to starting it. Now is the time to do it! You can start planning how to go about your new hobby, organize and purchase the materials you need, and begin doing it. If you think you need to learn more about your new hobby, there are a lot of free online resources to guide you. Starting a new hobby gets you looking forward to the days ahead, while providing you with an easy way to relax and remain active.
Keeping all of these in mind and implementing them can greatly improve your well-being. Start doing them now and experience life to the fullest!
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