During 2023 I plan to take up video casting as a project to keep me sane, starting with a series on different stages of dementia. Each stage will be broken into three sections corresponding to Trials, Triumphs and Tribulations. Until I am up and running with doing videos I first will run through a “Cliff Notes” version of the series with regular blog posts. Here is a brief outline of the upcoming series:
STAGES OF DECLINE OUTLINE
Behavioral Decline
- Trials – The problems of stress
- Triumphs – Our passion reduces stress and reverses cognitive decline
- Tribulations – Cognitive decline resumed
Cognitive Decline
- Trials – The problems of an Alzheimer’s diagnosis
- Triumphs – Creating and pursuing our bucket list
- Tribulations – The distance Cindy can walk steadily declines
Physical Decline
- Trials – The problems of immobility
- Triumphs – Creative means of getting Cindy outside
- Tribulations – The decline into helplessness
Emotional Decline
- Trials – The problems of hospice care
- Triumphs – Preservation of the will to live in hospice care
- Tribulations – The famous smile fades away
By the time I am done with the blog outline I should be ready to go through the series again with video presentations. This material will help with both a documentary and a book planned for the future. After the Stages of Decline series I will move on to other video projects, such as one for planning future journeys.
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Good idea, Kirk.
I see you’re rediscovering yourself yet again.
You both are amazing. I am still cheering you on for success. These last five years have been a challenge for me also. I was not diagnosed so I don’t live with fear or worry, but mental health and physical health symptoms continue to be very obvious. I do think something much greater is happening. The theory that all humans and animals and plants are on a new trajectory of healing, is very appealing. The Earth is included in this prognosis. It keeps one feeling positive.
Keep loving your girl, Kirk.
I will always believe that Love is the healer.
Hospitals and doctors try, but Love is most important.
This sounds like a supremely worthwhile project to enhance your mental wellbeing and that of others.
Awesome can’t wait to watch team