LLT#201 - Is FRAILTY is OUR Accountability? What IS it ? How Can We Help? In any way!👨🏽🦽
#frailty #agelikefinewine #loss #celebratelife #ageless #mindset #exercise #socialcircle #ageappropriateexercises #womenshealth #internationalwomensday
Hi, welcome back !
Ageing is not only a biological process, it often heightens a sense of loss as especially older persons are faced more frequently with the loss of a loved one, friend, peer, colleague ; they too got older. This can bring to mind our own mortality and the sense of "running out of time".How can seniors cope with inevitable loss as they view their "generation going"?
More specifically- WHAT EXACTLY IS FRALTY? Does one size fit all ? Is it just a downward spiral to the "Inevitable?⚰️
SO what exactly is Frailty? ( a tottering older person , just getting by, waiting for a charming lad/lass to assist?
NO NO NO!!!
Let us break it down safely (and scientifically):
According to research from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3028599/
Frailty is theoretically defined as a clinically recognizable state of increased vulnerability resulting from aging-associated decline in reserve and function across multiple physiologic systems such that the ability to cope with everyday or acute stressors is comprised.
When translated into our "Real world setting":
it essentially comes down to :
Three out of five criteria indicating compromised energetics and high risk of falls, instability and increased dependence on others:
❌low grip strength, ❌low energy,
❌slowed waking speed, ❌low physical activity, and/or
❌unintentional weight loss .
Might as well "pack it all in it all in now!? True?
RESOUNDING ::"NO"!!!!
Ageing is a process and along the way, we can and do have "helpers within out]r own system to make our days continue to be pleasant and active!
5 points on "FRAILTY FIXERS!"
1/ EXERCISE!- WALK, WEIGHTS (or other strength training)
2/ HYDRATION - check with your doctor to be clear on how much fluid intake is good for you
3/DIET- especially protein and low salt
4/ Vitamin supplements- Vitamin D3 (there are others ), sure, but this covers so much -bones, brain, sleep, muscles, kidneys...
5/ MENTAL HEALTH- it is VITAL to have a supportive group not just at home , but with your peers- talk, walk, laugh, Face-Time-get inspired and motivated!!!
It's a process!!!!(and only a process)
From my heart to yours💗
Dr. Lana
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If you're a Family Caregiver at your wit's end, needing a different perspective, set up your free 15-minute coaching call-also by email -lana@lanaannemd.com - or on lanaslittlethings.com.
Celebrating 200 videos on All things Aging! Why Aging Should Matter to You; To Us ALL!👵🏽👴🏽🎉
healthyaging #unitednations #seniorcare #agelikefinewine #familycaregivers #aginggracefully #generationalimpact #celebratelife
What could I possibly say after talking 199 times on subjects related to ageing?
For video 200 on Lanaslittlethings , Is both a celebration and confirmation of the raison d'etre of the entire channel.
Passionate about healthy ageing, Family Caregiving, and bridging generational gaps, let us remember that we are all on the same "bus"to our final destination..... ageing towards the same inevitability.
Can we make it a pleasant ride?
Consider some of what needs to be done:
Designing age-friendly environments- such as easy to see crossings?
What about Gerontechnology?
How and who will provide adequate housing, healthcare access, and facilitate "ageing in place"?
What about providing for the Family Caregiver who has the main load to carry?
Where are the communities for older persons to mentor, meet their peers safely, and be as independent for as long as feasible?
There is no ONE answer- perhaps, no single entity can fill all these voids.
So it starts with us all: how we PERCEIVE ageing:
As a burden? OR
As an investment whose benefits will last for many generations. (including OURS!
The inevitability and decline previously associated with older age is no longer the case in an ageing world.
Let us embrace these fundamentals; see each other in an atmosphere of acceptance, understanding, empathy and love .
Age like "fine wine"!
What is your greatest challenge and joy as you age?
What part of society would you like to change if you could?
We got this!🎉👴🏽👵🏽💗😉
From my heart to yours💗
Dr. Lana
Let us begin the journey together on www.lanaslittlethings.com!
Lana's Little Things #194 -The POWER of Encouragement !🤝🫂💛🌻
#newyear2025 #newbeginnings #encouragement #encouragingwords #celebratelife #friendship #friendshipquotes #lanaslittlethings #malcolmgladwell
Welcome back, friend!
My FIRST "LIVE" for 2025!😊
Just 18 days into this New Year - are you feeling inspired? Or already overwhelmed at the sheer volume of things to do?
Encouragement basically comes from a root word meaning "calling to one's side" (To inspire with courage, spirit, or hope.”) and we can all do with those in our lives who lift us up!💛🫂💯
We all battle moments of self-doubt, insecurity, and discouragement; moments where we can feel like giving up rather than going on. And we ALL need even a little encouragement to continue, whether just navigating daily life , but especially when going through tough times or moments when we are just tired and feel like giving up.
Our words have POWER : to either encourage or discourage – there is NO middle ground.
And this is NOT difficult, but it doesn't always come naturally, so can we work , for this week , one week at a time to do one of these 4 things:
💛🫂1/ SMILE- to your spouse, children even random strangers (it WORKS even in the supermarket!)
💛🫂2/ WRITE: send someone a physical card, or a GIF just to say: "Thinking of you; keep going! "Don't give up!"
💛🫂3/ SPEAK: just a few words- call a friend you know who is having a hard time right now; or , yes again , someone you see everyday on your route to work- a simple: "Have a good day!" can make all the difference . We just don't know what people are going through in their lives .
💛🫂4/THINK encouraging thoughts- yes we can ...encourage OURSELVES! - remind ourselves that we are worthy, we have a purpose, we have value, WE MATTER. Start th eday with a prayer , requesting that our intention and our kindness to OURSELVES will set the vibes for the rest of the day , for us and all we meet!
Remember: Brain scans have shown that we get and give "good vibes " when we encourage others as well.💛🫂
So whether a random stranger or your closest friend, encouragement is LIFE GIVING!
Cherish those in your life who encourage you !
Good vibes!💗
From my heart to yours ALWAYS💗
Dr. Lana
