No question, but an anecdote I remember from a 'living with dementia' workshop.
Here's how to handle when your loved one says 'Did I tell you about ____?' and they have, maybe a dozen times already. Don't point out that they already told you, and don't lie and pretend that they haven't told you, because they'll catch on that you're faking it. Instead, just say, 'Tell me, grandma (or whoever).'
Really, they just want your blessing to talk and share, so cut to the chase and give it to them.
Pro-tip: if you work in sales or customer service and ever deal with someone grandstanding ('Do you know who I am!?'), this works there too. 'Tell me, sir...'
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No question, but an anecdote I remember from a 'living with dementia' workshop.
Here's how to handle when your loved one says 'Did I tell you about ____?' and they have, maybe a dozen times already. Don't point out that they already told you, and don't lie and pretend that they haven't told you, because they'll catch on that you're faking it. Instead, just say, 'Tell me, grandma (or whoever).'
Really, they just want your blessing to talk and share, so cut to the chase and give it to them.
Pro-tip: if you work in sales or customer service and ever deal with someone grandstanding ('Do you know who I am!?'), this works there too. 'Tell me, sir...'
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