I spend 2-3 hours daily with my Mom at her dementia facility. I often get a lump in my throat and tears start to flow, especially when we're singing together at the sing-along. I try thinking about something happy like puppies or babies but it's still too emotional. I need a trick to distract my brain to turn off the tears in these situations. Like during dental torture yesterday, I went to my happy place in my mind on a warm sunny beach. Anyone have a suggestion for something unemotional to focus on? Thank you.
gladimhere said it all and I have nothing to add.
I'm so sorry to hear how you are feeling. I know its hard to see your mom in dementia facility. Its not easy to see our once independent parents in this condition. I know you miss your mom the way she was. And you are trying so hard to cope by going to your happy place.
gladimhere, has made a lot of kind and gentle suggestions. I know its not easy. Its going to take some time to adjust to this new phase in your mother's life. Thinking of you. Sending you love and hugs.