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My daughters and granddaughters deserve all that is due to them, but so do my sons-in-law and grandsons. On my wishlist for all of us is that we all respect each other; we all respect our planet; we do good in this world and leave it better, repairing what needs to be repaired; that our goal to care for each other and raise up ourselves. As a leader in my Ostomy Community, I never forget the opportunity I have to do my best for someone who needs it. Please join me in making a commitment to do the same…I believe we all depend upon it!

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I believe that Self-Esteem begins with an honest relationship with our value system. Doing the "right thing" feels good. That feeling grows and grows, and there is a concomitant of happiness that accompanies that good feeling.

No, this isn’t a likely question for a child to ask but it is certainly a very important consideration for all of us. Where does Self-Esteem come from (and please forgive the incorrect grammar in this question. My self-worth depends upon it!) Actually, that isn’t true, but what is true, is that the elusive ability to feel one’s worth, value, capability, uniqueness, etc. seems intrinsic to some, while others spend their entire life searching for it.

I believe that Self-Esteem begins with an honest relationship with our value system. Doing the “right thing” feels good. That feeling grows and grows, and there is a concomitant of happiness that accompanies that good feeling. Additionally, I believe that Self-Esteem comes from doing good. Whether it is volunteer work, listening to others in need, supporting the ill, or taking the time to smile at another, stepping out of ourselves brings us self-worth.

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HERE ARE SOME THINGS TO MAKE YOUR ADJUSTMENT EASIER AND HEALTHIER   Unless otherwise instructed by your physician, do not eat fresh fruits or vegetables for two weeks post-op Chew your food very well, since it will help to avoid blockages in stoma Eat small meals until you are able to return to your normal […]

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