Module 3 Lesson 3. Thinking differently Activity Which helpful thoughts do you have? In an earlier example you indicated which thoughts are helpful and which may be unhelpful. Below you will find a list of helpful thoughts. Please check the helpful thoughts that you have or provide additional examples. It is okay to take time to relax as it will help me to provide a good standard of care.Sharing my feelings with others helps to take the pressure off.Asking for help from others can help me to share the burden of care.Making time for myself helps me to provide better care.Dementia is a disease; it is not my or anyone else’s fault.I do not have to give others their way all the time.OtherSave Keep in Mind Changing your unhelpful thoughts to helpful ones can make you feel better.There will be good and bad days, and of course there will be times when feeling upset, sad or angry is a completely normal response to your situation. It might not always be possible to change your thoughts. In these situations, try to show yourself kindness and accept these feelings without being too hard on yourself.