Emotions and Dementia Blog

Living in the Present While Facing Dementia’s Future

Living in the Present While Facing Dementia’s FutureLiz Brown
Published on: 29/03/2026

If you’ve been trying to stay ahead of what’s coming, planning, researching, and still feeling unsettled, this will help you understand why preparation doesn’t always bring relief.

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Trying to Prepare for What You Can’t Fully Prepare For

Trying to Prepare for What You Can’t Fully Prepare ForLiz Brown
Published on: 27/03/2026

If you’ve been trying to stay ahead of what’s coming, planning, researching, and still feeling unsettled, this will help you understand why preparation doesn’t always bring relief.

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The Fears You Don’t Say Out Loud

The Fears You Don’t Say Out LoudLiz Brown
Published on: 25/03/2026

Some thoughts feel too heavy to say out loud. If you’ve had fears about what’s ahead that you keep to yourself, this will help you see why those thoughts make sense.

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When Your Mind Jumps Ahead

When Your Mind Jumps AheadLiz Brown
Published on: 23/03/2026

There are moments when your mind moves into the future before you even realize it. If you’ve been thinking about what’s coming and feeling more overwhelmed because of it, this will help you understand why.

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