Actually, some days, she is happy. Some days, she's not. Still, I keep trying. Stop beating yourself up. Instead, he suggests, spend your energy on finding solutions.
Planning is better than reacting.
But, Hansen cautions, expectations need to be realistic. I get the bone here. Easier said than done. You try not worrying about whether your mom's eating right, why she's not feeling well or how she's going to get to the bathroom if her knees don't work. Sometimes, children seek attention by complaining.