Homebound with Heart Failure
Have you ever been/are you currently homebound with heart failure? What tools have you used to take control of that situation, instead of it taking control of you?
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I'll get the conversation started... When I am homebound, I love getting caught up in a good book or binge-watching a good TV show/series. I always find that to be a wonderful distraction. I must say, I also have a soft spot for a good Hallmark movie.
Does anyone else enjoy a good TV show or book while homebound? (or anytime!)
If so, please share some suggestions!
~Doreen (Team Member)A good series is definitely one of the best distractions when you're stuck at home. I also like having a book around for when I need a break from screens. Sometimes the simplest things help pass the time.
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I couldn't agree more.
Are you currently reading anything good that you'd like to share?
~Doreen (Team Member)
Sadly, not a big fan of fiction and will generally read nonfiction, or books on how to, or magazines covering my hobbies, and gain great enjoyment from those. When young, I was once told that if you can read, you can learn anything.
I am relatively new to heart failure and totally new to the forum.
Is there a section where I should have, perhaps, introduced myself?
Stay safe, stay well, and above all, never give in!
Chris 😀Many thanks for the warm welcome, Doreen. Pretty new to this forum and still finding my way around, but I guess that shows.
My three biggest problems with my heart failure at present are shortness of breath and acute fatigue, not to mention occasional moments of depression. I am well supported by our local heart failure clinic, my gp practice, and my family, but outside contacts can probably bring in new information and points of view that may also be of help.
Our nearest Borders closed down several years ago, and I suppose that the internet drove all the stores out of business.
I am looking forward to moving on in the forum and getting to know other members as I progress, provided the Grim Reaper doesn't get me first.
Stay safe, stay well, and above all, please remember that every day is a completely fresh page for us all.
Chris 😀,
I am so grateful that you have a wonderful support system.
Please consider this community an additional one!
As you begin navigating this site, don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.
On an additional note: your biggest issues with heart failure (shortness of breath, fatigue, and depression) are probably 3 of the most talked-about issues in this community. May it provide a small bit of comfort knowing you are not alone.
My best, Doreen (Team Member)
PS
Once visited the Borders bookstore in Boston and nearly fainted! 😮,
I hear you! We had a few Borders by me, and they were incredible.
I could get lost in there for days. Sadly, they have since closed.
~Doreen (Team Member)
