NOF's Staying Power Kit:
I have osteoporosis, and I know that it's beatable and treatable.
I plan to live a long and healthy life. Having strong bones is important in achieving this goal, and I am willing and able to do what it takes.
I stay focused on my strengths. Knowing that I have strengths motivates me to do my best every day for my health and well being.
I think positive thoughts about my physical and emotional health. I seek out and choose to have friendships with people who support me. Having strong, positive relationships keeps me healthy.
I exercise regularly. My bones and entire body appreciate my effort. I become stronger and more flexible each day.
I forgive myself for past unhealthy behaviors and focus on the things I can do now. I know that what I do today brings strength to my body and soul.
I reward myself in healthy ways. One of my favorite activities is to take walks by myself or with a friend several times a week. I can focus on the beauty of nature or on pleasurable conversations while I do something positive for myself.
My bone health is worth my time and attention. I love myself enough to take good care of my health.
My bones are an essential part of my body. Bones give shape to my body, and they support and protect my internal organs. I respect and care for my bones and treat them well.
I am careful with movements and activities. I care enough about my bones to protect them.
I welcome people into my life, and strangers become friends. Osteoporosis does not isolate nor keep me from having relationships with friends and family.
I approach the future one day at a time, and I remember to appreciate each day as I live it. I feel good about my bones and my health.
I accept help graciously and positively. Everyone needs a little help from time to time. I am grateful there are people to help me. And, I help others in turn.
I make my bones stronger by exercising regularly, remembering to get enough calcium and vitamin D and taking my medicine as directed.
When I take my medicine, I visualize it strengthening my spine, hips and other bones in my body. I see strong healthy bones.
I take pleasure in each new day. I plan and take part in activities, gatherings and social events that bring me pleasure. I take pleasure in knowing that I can have strong healthy bones.
When I look in the mirror, I remember to STAND TALL. I feel good about myself.
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Affirmations
- By sdivas
- Posted October 5, 2009 at 6:32 pm · 2 replies
- In Osteoporosis/Osteopenia treatment
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- By bzcmom
- Posted October 5, 2009 at 7:28 pm
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Thank you for sharing this! So inspiring. Can I print this and put on my refridg.?
I am struggling today so this is encouraging.
I posted last week that I was feeling empowered in dealing with my osteo and trying to be happy in knowing that I am doing all I can to improve my bones. But that fear of the unknown keeps creeping back in my mind!
I have been reading through the posts on meds and I am scared to continue my Fosamax from what I have read. I have been on it for 4 months but since then have made major life style changes and wonder if that is enough to build my bones. I just don't know what to do! So frustrating!
Thank you for sharing!
- By sdivas
- Posted October 5, 2009 at 8:07 pm
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bzcmom, please feel free to print the affirmations. I would suggest placing each affirmation on a 3x5 card and using one affirmation daily. Better still, read the affirmation when you go bed and visualize your bones knitting together and remaining strong. When I take a fitness class, I always visualize my bones improving ... and every day I speak out a "thank you" to my bones for remaining strong. I really wish that fear wasn't such a large part of this community. It really isn't fair too all the people that have been helped by medication when lifestyle changes have not been enough. No one can decide for another person. Personally, for every book that is anti meds, I can share a title of a book by a doctor that suggests meds can help. And blanket statements about meds are not always credible. There are many people on the community that have taken the meds for years without any side effects. Statements about meds should include the word "some", because the meds do not cause all people to have bone and muscle ache, esophagus, jaw necrosis or other problems. There are risks whether we take meds, alternatives, or use lifestyle changes because we don't know the strength of our remaining bone which is why some people with osteopenia fracture; while some people with osteoporosis do not fracture. We have to weigh the benefits versus the risks. But what I know for sure is no matter the decision, we must feel confident with our decision so we don't spend our days in worry and fear of a fracture. As you read through some of the posts, you will notice the community members that are very confident with their choices. In fact, you will see that words that may induce fear are not in their posts. They made informed decisions. Some people that have gone through adverse reactions and side effects are probably going to post with a negative slant against medications. I'm going to suggest that you take a break for a day or so from the community. This community is not about fear. This community is about support. Sandi
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