WELLBEING LIBRARY

Wellbeing seems to be the in phrase these days, however, we consider wellbeing as ddiscovering ways to look after your health. 

Whether it be learning relaxation techniques, or applying eye drops yourself, tutorials in this section will help you live a more independent and healthy life, with the minimum of input from others.

Take a look and see if any of our tutorials are of interest to you. Many of them have been requested by other members, so may help you. Don't forget, if you need a specific tutorial, simply contact us with your request, and we'll try our best to find it.

SELF ADMINISTERING EYE DROPS

Applying eye drops can be a tricky business if you don't have the correct technique. However, once you learn the simple technique; and with a little practice; it soon becomes a skill you acquire, meaning you no longer have to rely on others to administer your medication.  Watch this short video to learn the skill

BREATHING TECHNIQUE TO ELIMINATE STRESS AND ANXIETY.

In life,there's times we feel stressed and anxious, often when facing situations we're unfamiliar with, including operations.  This is a simple breathing technique, which when practiced and followed, reduces stress and anxiety within minutes. Follow the video and see how it helps. Now, remember this technique and use it whenever you feel anxious. It really helps when facing the OOKP surgery

DISCOVERING YOGA FOR BEGINNERS - AN INTRODUCTION

Yoga is a form of exercise which strengthens the whole body. There are many styles and techniques, ranging from simple seated yoga, to gentle stretching yoga, to intense body definition yoga. It's important you choose a style and intensity which suits your mobility and capability. Many people have never tried yoga and only have understanding based on media coverage. The above video helps beginners improve flexability after sleep, to prepare our bodies for the whole day. Watch it and try a few of the exercises. Only do what your body allows. Don't rush, but you'll find, by following these exercises, your mobility and flexability will improve in a very short period of time. Why not try it? Do what you feel comfortable with. You'll be amazed at how quickly you develop. If you enjoy this, why not try a more intense routine, once you're happy with your progress.

HOW TO CLEAN AN OOKP INSERT - OUR MEMBER; RACHEL; SHOWS THE PROCEDURE.

After receiving OOKP surgery, it's important the lens is cleaned regularly and correctly. Not only does this prevent infection, it often provides relief from daily use of the eye. One of our members, Rachel Keon; has taken the time to record her daily cleaning routine, to help other members, both new and old, complete the process correctly, without causing damage. Click the button above, to watch her short, but informative video, which could help with your eye cleaning routine.

Thanks Rachel

ADDITIONAL VIDEOS

As promised in the title page of this section, we'll continue adding videos, either when we find one we feel will help, or if you request one.

However, you'll also see, if you click the video while playing, it pauses the video, and across the bottom are more videos related to the one you're watching.

Take a look at these. They may give you something you've been looking for. It's all been created to provide the tutorials you want, and introduce you to techniques you're unaware of, but which you may find interesting and helpful.

THIS IS YOUR FREE LEARNING LIBRARY, TO MAKE LIFE EASIER AND MUCH MORE FUN!