by hellokaren | Jan 16, 2015 | Occupational Therapy
I dislike how softer fabrics get pinched marks in their clothes if left on a hook. I drape my sweaters over instead, but it takes up a lot of space. I realized that my little pediatric “tennis ball head” for kids, with the slit in it for a mouth, could...
by hellokaren | Jan 22, 2014 | Occupational Therapy
“Blank” Basic Beat Multiple affirmations and lively beat I believe in myself I feel good about myself These downloadable mp3s are positive affirmation chants, specifically made for me on request by famed drummer Russell Buddy Helm. I had them made for my...
by hellokaren | Jan 7, 2014 | Occupational Therapy
It can be easier to make your bed while still in it. While lying down spread the sheets into their most appropriate areas and then slip out. It’s either good enough or easier to finish. Be like a starfish!
by hellokaren | Jan 7, 2014 | Occupational Therapy
Background: John is very angry with his mom about a big decision that was upsetting to him. Mother reports: “John asked me into his room, shut the door, sat me down at his Lego table and told me he had to “let me go”. He handed me an envelope with...
by hellokaren | Jan 3, 2014 | Occupational Therapy
READY +ABLE +WILLING = Successful Action A psychologist friend recently told me about the phrase “Ready, Willing, and Able”. All three components must be there for any Successful Action to occur. R.A.W. = S.A. Possible reasons for inaction: *Ready, able, NOT willing...
