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Poetry

All of the poems here are written by me, Jill Hodge, host of the Let the Verse Flow podcast and creator of the Me-time Mixtape newsletter. I know rhyming verse may be out of style these days, but it makes me happy. Here's hoping it does the same for you. 😊

Painter filter on a photo of an elderly man; man's image is repeated and blurred to indicate movement

Nov 8, 2023 Podcast Journaling & Journal Prompts Poetry Aging Caregivers

Dealing with Dementia (Caregiver Tips & Journal Prompts)

If your loved one has dementia, saying goodbye to the relationship you once had is one of life’s biggest challenges. If you’re their caregiver, I hope to inspire you to find a balanced approach to caregiving because your health and mental well-being are essential.

Oct 25, 2023 Podcast Journaling & Journal Prompts Poetry Positive Psychology Gratitude

Compare Less, Grateful More

Comparison, especially comparing ourselves to social media images, can rob us of the ability to acknowledge our personal strengths and abilities. To counter the negative effects of social comparison, engage in self-affirming activities like gratitude journaling and building creative social networks.

Oct 11, 2023 Podcast Journaling & Journal Prompts Poetry Aging Purpose

A Positive Spin on Aging (It’s Tied to Purpose)

Mid-life can be a time of crisis, especially if we feel burdened by caregiving and health problems. But there are benefits to aging, and they are tied to building your purpose (through community and an exploration of your creative passions).

a bright, orange umbrella amongst a group of black ones

Sep 27, 2023 Podcast Journaling & Journal Prompts Poetry Positive Psychology

The Road to Brighter Days: Building Resilience

How do we build resilience? By owning our feelings, setting boundaries, developing comfort routines/sensory pleasures, and connecting to caring.