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Diabetes:
Sugar-coated Crisis
The Art of Getting Well
Learn more about...
David Spero, RN
Appearances/Classes/Seminars
Health Coaching
For more information:
Call 415-987-1401 or
Email
David@DavidSperoRN.com
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Class:
Keys to Self-care Success
With David Spero, RN, BSN
The
best self-care class you'll ever take.
Who
should take this class?
Anyone who wants to take better care of themselves and encourage
others to do so.
Goals
and Objectives
After taking this class, participants will be able to:
- Identify four potential sources for help and how to access them.
- Explain three reasons change is hard for them without feeling
guilty or whining about it.
- Generate at least two ideas for overcoming these barriers in
their lives.
- Formulate and carry out an action plan for a behavior change.
- Apply the five steps to effective self-care.
- Truthfully say they have had a good time
What
people say about David's class
"David
really knows what it's like; he really cares, and he puts on a
good show, too." - Linda, age 72, with diabetes
and arthritis
"When
I came to this class, I felt like there wasn't much I could do
for myself. I left with a bunch of new ideas, and I believe I
can carry them out!" - Mary, age 44, with lupus
Format
"The Art of Getting Well" is given in one, two, four, and
six-hour versions. Instructional techniques include lecture, discussions,
guided imagery, group and individual exercises. Class notes will
be given out; the book will be for sale. Participants are encouraged
to connect with each other for short or long-term support.
The 5 steps to self-care:
- Get help
- Slow down
- Make a change
- Take charge
- Value yourself and your body.
Some
barriers to self-care
- Shortage
of reasons to live
("Why would I want to get well?)
- Low
self-esteem
("I'm not worth the time and effort.")
- Lack
of support
("I don't know anyone/I hate to ask.")
- Fear
of change
("I couldn't do that. It's too hard.")
- Lack
of hope
("It won't work. Nothing ever does.")
For more information:
Call 415-987-1401 or
Email
David@DavidSperoRN.com
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