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Gratitude and Faith  
November 2013                           
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It is that time of the year to give thanks. And while gratitude is often associated with Thanksgiving, it is also a virtue that many religions encourage as a daily habit. 

It turns out gratitude, like some form of religious practice, can be good for us and for our health.  It can also play a significant role when we face health challenges and end of life issues.

Even for people who are not particularly religious, there are some universal messages shared by many religions that can inspire and help us all.

We wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!


The question of religion and medicine is still a wide-open book. Several studies have shown that people with strong religious or spiritual beliefs live longer, heal better after surgery, have lower blood pressure and are better able to cope with chronic conditions. What is not yet clear is the reason.

 
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."
John F. Kennedy

What does this quote mean? Kennedy may have been talking about showing our thanks to others through our actions - which is certainly a form of gratitude.



A general philosophy of life and death - and of something bigger than ourselves - will come into focus when we face the death of a loved one or our own terminal illness. 

Questions about the meaning for our existence and the purpose of our lives will mix with our own regrets, good memories, and fears or expectations about what will happen after we die.

 
In This Issue:
Religion and Your Health
Gratitude
Religion and Dying
Free Online Tools For Caregivers
Shut-Ins Can Keep the Faith!
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SageCorner Blog:
 

Lori Paterno, M.Ed., Sage Life Technologies, LLC

 

It is estimated that about 8 percent of seniors are considered "home-bound." This means that while they may be independently living at home or with family, they have difficulty getting out of the home. This can be because of lack of mobility and frailty. But, it can also be because of a fear of falling, difficulty managing bad weather, or a lack of money or ability to obtain transportation.


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