COPD New Year's Resolutions!
As we approach the new year, do you have any COPD-related resolutions? If so, share them in the comments!
I'm going into my 9th year of COPD , I'm currently on my newest breathing device ,called an Dynaris Apogee breathing device...
It's so neat it cause it alternates the flow of Oxygen to each nostril...
Because I'm getting 100% of the Oxygen I'm really feeling a difference , and able to walk farther with my dog .
My PulsOx numbers are up also....
Hi
. I hope the diagnosis makes a big difference for you and that you get the treatment you need when you need it. We are thrilled to have you with us. It's people like you who make this community the warm and supportive place that it is. Sending the best of all wishes your way. - Lori (Team Member) 
Hi again,
, and thanks for reaching out. I remember several of our conversations last year and pleased to see you remaining engaged with the community.
It's good to hear you feel that you are doing better as the year turned around. Like you, I am hopeful the 2024 calendar year is a better one for you.
I also believe that once there is a definitive diagnosis established (e.g. COPD in your particular case), the treatment can be adjusted to target the disease specifically and the patient (you!) can be helped to feel better.
If there is anything at all we can do to assist you in managing this disease, please let me or any other moderator/team member know.
I will look forward to our future conversations.
Warm regards,
Leon L (author/moderator)
I will post new results and situations with my Apogee as I learn to improve my breathing .thanks
Hi again, furie - thanks for being committed to this. We would very much appreciate hearing the updates you'll have to share!
Keep up the good work!
Leon (site moderator COPD.net)
1. I resolve to enjoy my coffee even more, starting today. Heaven must smell like coffee in the morning (way better than napalm). Nectar of the gods!
2. I resolve to continue to work on improving my diet (in order to reduce my ground pressure and save on pants), my sleep, my exercise, my effective use of time, and my outlook. And for that matter, my excel, too.
3. I resolve to be purple, obsequious, and clairvoyant. Oh, wait. Never mind.
4. I resolve to take more showers, no matter how difficult it is.
5. I resolve to get rid of more stuff. Way more stuff. I have far too much stuff. I will trade it for money wherever possible. Money is good.
6. I resolve to use better strategy wherever possible. I must defeat the Zerg! And the Orcs!
7. I resolve to do better to outsmart inanimate objects. This should enable me to break fewer toes, have fewer scrapes, cuts, bruises, cat scratches, and other miscellaneous injuries. This will require a longer and more dedicated attention span.
8. I resolve to remember every day that all this is a process and not an event, so I can have an effect on the outcome. At least to some degree. And to then give the rest to God. I will never give Him more than he can handle in one day.
9. I resolve to increase my awareness and acknowledgement of the bleedin' obvious, and my gratitude for my caregivers (including neighbors), and to show it more often.
10. I resolve to use my portable oxygen concentrator (when it ever gets here!) to increase my radius operandi. Radically!
11. I resolve to differentiate between the words resolve and promise, and to align my daily list accordingly, as required, whenever possible.
12. I resolve to take life less seriously, to relax more, and to focus my energy on just the next thing, rather than a whole long list.
Executed, signed, sealed, notarized, and sworn to, generally speaking, that is, with firm but vague intention and semi-certain commitment, always, remembering, of course, that there are exceptions to every rule. Well, almost. Hopefully, these changes will make for a drastic improvement over last year. I think. It's kind of hard to remember now., what a great list of resolutions! I have faith that you will succeed in keeping each and every resolution! Thanks for sharing. All the best, Sam S. (COPD.net,team member).
My New Years resolution is very simple & that is to live in the moment & live one day at a time. I had to learn & work hard to make this happen. I don’t worry about tomorrow. Just try to take it as it is. Life is a gift & I’m thankful that I reached to be 80 years old. There are people who are given days or months to live. Yes it’s a struggle but no one is promised an easy life. Don’t get me wrong I have my down days but they are far & few apart. I pray for everyone who is I’ll & struggling 💕 , I love that resolution, thank you for sharing! You're right, all we can do is our best and to take it one day at a time. Wishing you a safe and happy new year! All the best, Sam S. (COPD.net, team member).
