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*Why: When the family understands the situation and has a clear grasp of what is happening with their loved one, uncertainty is reduced. This can lead to more efficient use of time, as family members can better organize themselves and prepare for what lies ahead.
*Why it’s important for time: Without uncertainty, the family can make quicker decisions and optimize their time, saving valuable time that would otherwise be spent on worry and insecurity.

*Why: Trust among family members enables better cooperation, so time is used more efficiently. When family members trust each other, the need for constant checking and supervision decreases, which means they can allocate their time more effectively.
*Why it’s important for time: With trust, people are more willing to share responsibilities and schedule their time, allowing for better organization and reduced stress.

*Why: Reducing stress allows for clearer thinking and better decision-making, which leads to more efficient use of time. When the family is not under constant stress, they can better organize and plan activities that require more time.
*Why it’s important for time: By reducing stress, family members can make better use of their time because they are less physically and emotionally drained.

*Why: Clearly and consistently expressing needs means less time is wasted trying to understand or interpret disagreements. Family members can respond more quickly to the sick person’s needs and make appropriate decisions.
*Why it’s important for time: Consistency reduces confusion and misunderstandings, saving time that would otherwise be lost on explanations or uncertainty.

*Why: When the family feels connected and supported, they are less likely to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. This allows for better use of time because all members can actively participate in caring for the ill person instead of withdrawing.
*Why it’s important for time: This sense of connection can reduce the time spent in emotional struggle, thereby improving organization and allocation of time for caregiving tasks and other responsibilities.

*Why: Preventing conflicts helps reduce stress and disagreements that can take up time. When family members avoid unnecessary disputes, they can allocate their time more efficiently to practical tasks and mutual support.
*Why it’s important for time: Conflicts can consume a lot of time and emotional energy. By preventing them, family members can focus on concrete activities that help care for the ill person.

*Why: Setting clear boundaries and realistic expectations enables better management of financial resources. For example, the family can set realistic expectations regarding the costs of medical care, accommodation, or other services, thus avoiding financial problems and uncertainties.
*Why it’s important for finances: This practice helps optimize financial decisions by preventing unforeseen expenses, which can protect the family budget in the long run and ensure stability.

*Why: Flexibility allows the family to adjust their financial obligations according to changing circumstances, such as medical expenses or reduced income due to a family member stopping work. This helps ensure that basic living essentials are not compromised.
*Why it’s important for finances: Flexibility enables better money management because the family can adapt plans and priorities to their current financial situation, avoiding financial difficulties and unexpected expenses.

*Why: Reducing administrative barriers means the family can access necessary services faster and more efficiently, securing financial aid, medical care, or social support. This saves time and money by cutting down the number of bureaucratic steps and costs associated with administrative processes.
*Why it’s important for finances: Fewer administrative barriers mean less time and money spent on processing applications, seeking subsidies, insurance, or other administrative tasks. This allows resources to be better directed toward actual needs.

*Why: Ensuring continuity of activities, whether in healthcare or professional duties, helps maintain financial stability. If the family can sustain work ability or continuous care for the ill person, income can be preserved, protecting financial assets.
*Why it’s important for finances: Continuity in activities, such as work or healthcare, prevents disruptions in financial flows and ensures that long-term goals (like preserving assets or savings) are not jeopardized.

*Why: Reducing risks, whether financial, health-related, or emotional, helps the family protect their assets and financial stability. If the family successfully minimizes risks related to illness or loss of income, they can better safeguard their valuables.
*Why it’s important for finances: Risk reduction enables the family to avoid sudden financial losses, costs associated with crisis situations, and ensures long-term security.

*Why: Reducing frustration and disappointment means the family can make better decisions, manage financial resources, and respond to challenges with greater clarity and calmness. This can also lead to better money management by decreasing impulsiveness in financial decisions.
*Why it’s important for finances: Frustration and disappointment can lead to impulsive spending or poor financial choices. Reducing these emotions allows for more rational and thoughtful financial management, helping to preserve and grow family assets.

*Why: Strengthening social connections helps a person feel supported, which can significantly reduce feelings of exhaustion. With support from friends, family, or colleagues, people can better handle stress and emotional challenges, restoring their energy.
*Why it’s important for strength (energy): Support from others can help a person feel less overwhelmed, renewing emotional and psychological energy. Social interactions can also provide comfort and reduce stress.

*Why: Reducing tension, whether physical or emotional, allows the body and mind to relax and restore energy. When tension decreases, people can breathe easier, sleep better, and recover, leading to greater vitality.
*Why it’s important for strength (energy): Tension consumes a lot of energy and can cause physical exhaustion. Reducing tension helps restore energy by freeing the body from unnecessary stress and strain.

*Why: Motivation is key to maintaining energy because it drives us and gives us direction. When we are motivated, we have more energy to face challenges, take action, and not give up on our goals.
*Why it’s important for strength (energy): Motivation boosts our productivity and willpower, meaning we use our energy more efficiently to achieve goals without feeling exhausted.

*Why: Reducing stress directly helps preserve energy because stress drains mental and physical resources. When stress decreases, the body has more capacity for recovery and regeneration.
*Why it’s important for strength (energy): Stress increases energy consumption and can cause chronic exhaustion. Calming down and reducing stress enable better energy management and prevent excessive depletion.

*Why: Protecting mental health means preventing mental exhaustion and maintaining balance, which is crucial for preserving strength and energy. Mental health directly impacts emotional and physical energy, and its preservation helps prevent burnout.
*Why it’s important for strength (energy): Mental health is the foundation for maintaining energy because when we feel good psychologically, we have more resources to face challenges. Taking preventive measures to protect mental health reduces the need to recover from draining emotional experiences.

*Why: Belonging to a positive environment enables greater emotional and mental stability because the environment supports and motivates us. Such an environment reduces negative influences that drain energy and helps us stay motivated.
*Why it’s important for strength (energy): A positive environment creates a sense of safety and comfort, allowing people to relax and restore their energy. This is crucial for maintaining mental and physical vitality, as negative environments can further drain energy.