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Keep doing the things you enjoy
Living with kidney disease means more than just staying alive. The challenge is to live life to the fullest.
Hobbies and interests
You may think that the effort you put into your treatment leaves little time and energy for other activities.
Think again!
Try not to give up any hobbies without trying it first. It may be harder than before, but most activities are possible with the right support. Doing things that you enjoy is important for your overall health.
Keeping up hobbies and leisure activities can shift the focus away from treatment and health concerns. Having fun and doing things with others can do the same and help you to stay in contact with your friends.
Dining
Your appetite and diet may change but remember that eating is a social activity and meals are an important part of life with family and friends.
Even if your doctor restricts your diet, you can find ways to adjust and dine out.
In this way you can keep the informal social support which eating in or out can offer. If you are on dialysis, remember to monitor your fluid intake!
Holidays
Holidays are important and can provide an excellent ‘pick-me-up’ for you and your family.
It is possible to still have a holiday, but it takes some planning. If a big trip seems out of your reach, even a couple of days away between dialysis sessions can allow a change of scenery and a break from normal routines.
You need to take charge of your holidays plans, but there is a dialysis community prepared to help
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