Tag: LOWER method
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Dealing with Denial – When a Senior Parent Refuses Help
Watching a parent insist they’re “just fine” is heartbreaking, but the LOWER method can turn standoffs into small, calm wins—label the denial, own your feelings, wait for cooler moments, explore options that honor their independence, and resolve with one tiny step. You’re not alone; with empathy, choices, and short trials, you can protect their dignity… Read more
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When Boundaries Break – How to Set Healthy Limits with Aging Parents
Feeling torn between love for your parent and a life that never stops? Try the LOWER method to set clear, sustainable limits—simple scripts, shared care plans, and calm pauses that protect your energy so real care lasts. Read more
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When Frustration Prevents Critical Thinking: 5 Steps to Regain Clarity with the LOWER Method
When frustration hijacks your mind, use the LOWER method; label, own, wait, explore, resolve to pause the spiral and get your clarity back fast. In under a minute, you’ll shift from snap reactions to smart choices at work, at home, and with yourself. Read more