This document provides tips for caregivers on how to recharge and avoid burnout. It recommends that caregivers take occasional breaks to relax both their mind and body. Some suggested activities for recharging include eating sweets, going for a walk while listening to music, sitting quietly with flowers or scented candles, reading a book with tea or coffee, getting a massage at a spa, or taking a long bath. It emphasizes the importance of caregivers taking time for themselves at least once a week to lower stress and unwind.

1. DEAR CAREGIVERS:
YOU DESERVE A BREAK

2. A Break
Everybody needs a break once
in a while to avoid burning out,
especially seniors’ caregivers who
have to endure a great amount
of stress on a daily basis

3. Caregivers
It can be difficult to set aside a
good amount of time to really
relax your mind & body when
you’re a caregiver as seniors
demand a great deal of
attention throughout the day

4. Sweets
A sugary sweet can give you an
energy boost on the spot, so if
you want to recharge yourself,
don’t be hesitate to splurge on
some delicious sweets
Recharge Yourself

5. Find yourself some time during
the day to sit down in a quiet
spot, savor every bites, and
release some of your worries
during that break, even if it’s
only for 10 minutes
Recharge Yourself

6. A Walk
Nothing can be more relaxing than
to go out, soak in some sunlight,
listen to your favorite tunes, and
become one with nature
Recharge Yourself

7. If you happen to stumble upon a
shady bench, sit down for a
moment, take a deep breath,
and enjoy a moment of calmness
Recharge Yourself

8. Flesh Flowers
Flowers can help to brighten your
spirit, make you feel more relaxed,
and remind you that there are so
much beauty that can be found
in life’s simplest pleasures
Recharge Yourself

9. A Scented Candle/Fragrance Oil
Aromas can bring the feeling of
happiness, freshness, and relaxation
to you when you’re feeling down &
exhausted
Recharge Yourself

10. Recharge Yourself
Choose some good jazz, curl
up in your bed after a long day,
and let yourself be revived by
invigorating & wonderful scents

11. Recharge Yourself
A Good Book
Pick up a good book, brew
yourself a nice cup of tea or
coffee, choose a comfortable
spot, and keep your worries at
bay for an hour while you
indulge in every words

12. Recharge Yourself
A Spa Visit
You have to take care of
someone every day, so at least
just for once, let someone take
care of you for a change

13. Recharge Yourself
Take the time to unwind your
mind and lower stress while
enjoying a good massage or
a manicure & pedicure for
an hour or so

14. Recharge Yourself
If you can’t make it to the spa,
find yourself a new nice & comfy
pair of pajamas, take a long
warm bubble bath, and finish it
off with a good slather of your
favorite scented lotion

15. Your life as a caregiver might
become crazy & hectic at
times, so it’ll be better if you
can set aside some alone time
to calm yourself down & clean
your mind at least once a week
A Friendly Reminder

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