For people with Alzheimer's disease,
spirituality is a way to feel connected and
content. For example, they may paint, create
something out of clay or listen to music they
know from their childhood. The resulting
feeling of contentment can follow them all
day, even if they don't remember why.
Their family members can also take part.
"When faced with the declining health of a
loved one, religion and spirituality can provide
family members with substantial comfort
and connectedness to help them approach
each new day with positivity and hope," says
Rabbi Haber.
Regardless of the challenges we face and our
cognitive status, it seems we can all benefit
from engaging in spiritual practice.
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EXPLORE YOUR
SPIRITUALITY
The following are examples of
spiritual practices that we can
incorporate into our daily lives:
• Belonging to a faith tradition and
taking part in services or other
activities with people
• Making and keeping good
relationships
• Taking part in rituals, symbolic
practices and other forms of
worship
• Spending time enjoying nature
• Going on pilgrimages and retreats
• Engaging in acts of compassion
• Spending time in meditation,
reflection or prayer
• Being creative: painting,
sculpture, cooking, gardening,
etc.
• Reading Scripture
• Listening to, singing and/or
playing sacred music
• Joining in team sports or
other activities that involve
cooperation and trust
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