Caretaker

By: Carmen Faiz Gergis

While walking across the airplane I came through the Caretakers word which rang a bell in my mind as it has relevancy to each and every one of us.
Have you read this book? Are you familiar with author? Were two questions raised by someone and my answer to both questions was no.
A caretaker is someone who is employed to take care of a building eg.
After careful and deep thinking of the meaning of the mere word I got the sense that we are all caretakers even if we are not employed for taking care of anything.
A caretaker is a caregiver and a difference maker.
Caring for others is thought to be at the very summit of human emotion, and why the practice of caring elevates each of us to a place above our ordinary existence. The simple act of caring is HEROIC but while caring for a loved one is rewarding and life-affirming, it can also be a trying time. Sometimes we need a little inspiration to get us through those difficult days. It’s no secret – caregiving can be a tough job. And on the days when you’re beyond stressed, you might feel completely alone.
No matter what you’ve done for yourself or for humanity, if you can’t look back on having given love and attention to your own family, what have you really accomplished?
To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honours Be in the moment with them. They may not remember you are there, but YOU do. They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.
Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. Specially when someone you love becomes unable to care for themself, it can be a heartbreaking experience. But to love a person is to see all of their magic, and to remind them of it when they have forgotten. We rise by lifting others.
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.
You can stress about things out of your control, or you can turn them over to God. But God gave burdens; and he also gave shoulders.
A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures for anything. I know some days there won’t be a song in your heart. Sing anyway. And always remember that when you release things because there is nothing you can do, you turn them over to someone who has a bigger plan and a bigger control than you.
Regardless of what challenge you are facing right now, know that it has not come to stay. It has come to pass. During these times, do what you can with what you have, and ask for help if needed. Most importantly, never surrender. Put things in perspective. Take care of yourself. Find ways to replenish your energy, strengthen your faith, and fortify yourself from the inside out
Like airplane passengers, let’s not forget to put on our own oxygen masks first … we are no good to our loved ones if we collapse under the strain.
Life’s challenges are not supposed to paralyze you; they’re supposed to help you discover who you are.