Memory

[joanblooming]

I would be thankful for any prayers for my memory. It has been so bad lately and I need prayers badly for this. If God gives anyone a “word” on this or any prayers that may help, I really appreciate it.

Thank you and God bless you!

 

[Melanae]

Praying. . .

Our Father, Who art in heaven,
Hallowed be Thy Name.
Thy Kingdom come.
Thy Will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil. Amen.

I hope that you will regain your memory in time

God Bless.

 

[scameter18]

I am truly sorry for the difficulties you’re experiencing. I would only advice to continue praying for God’s healing and strength and to see a doctor and/or psychologist about ways to maintain and improve your memory. I fervently pray that you may regain and keep your memory, that you may have mental clarity and peace, and that you may be forgiven all your sins, healed of all your sicknesses, and protected from all sin, evils and illnesses. I extend these prayers to all those in the world dealing with mental problems, especially those with Alzheimer’s or dementia. I ask for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, your guardian angel, and St. Veran, patron saint against mental illness. God bless.

Hail Holy Queen
Mother of Mercy, Our Life, Our Sweetness and Our Hope
To Thee Do We Cry, Poor Banished Children of Eve
To Thee Do We Send Up Our Sighs
Mourning and Weeping in this Valley of Tears.
Turn, then, Most Gracious Advocate
Thine Eyes of Mercy Towards Us
And After This, Our Exile, Show Unto Us
The Blessed Fruit of Thy Womb,
Jesus.
O Clement, O Loving, O Sweet
Virgin Mary.
Amen.

 

[Auntie_A]

You are in my prayers and thoughts. Memory is a precious gift, especially when we feel we are losing it.

Have you seen a doctor? A good neuropsychiatrist might have insights, also a speech therapist, occupational therapist, psychologist or other health specialists may be able to help you understand what is happening with your memory, what might be causing the problems, what could help it.

I have given classes on memory and find that most people over 45 start to worry about their memory loss. I joke and tell the students that they have so much stuffed in their heads by a certain age that there is no more room.

I also ask people if they forgot names or lost things when they were age 25 and at that age we don’t worry about it being permanent loss; we just think we are stressed. Stress and grief can cause trouble with memory. Working to lower stress levels and work out our grief can improve things. There is also a nutritional element to all of this and some memory issues can occur due to some medications. Again talk with a doctor, pharmacist to get more information.

There are classes in some city libraries and senior centers that do memory exercises to keep things sharp. many areas of memory are covered and then exercised. Problems with word-finding can be helped by doing word puzzles, for example. It is usually the short term or recent memory that goes through loss, leaving the long term memory in better or excellent shape. Exercise both. Talk with someone about your past. Then try to sequence how you spent your day: “I woke up slowly today, had a cup of tea, some toast with melted cheese…I did some laundry, felt tired, sat down and watched “Jeopardy”, fell asleep, the phone rang,” etc. It’s OK if you don’t remember what you ate for breakfast or what TV show you watched; it IS important if you are forgetting things related to self care, “Did I eat?” “Did I take my pills?” “Did I turn off the stove?” Seek medical help. And try not to panic. That can just freeze the memory more.

Try to relax. Use aromatherapy like lavender, geranium, rosemary, and rose oil, to mention a few. Listen to good music. Sing along when you can.

Use signs in your home: “Remember to check the stove, toaster and iron before leaving the house” “Pay the utility bill on Friday” “Doctor appointment this Tuesday.” If you have friends, family, or an occasional home helper, they can help with signs, organizing, medications, calling you at set times. There are some memory deficits that require weekly checks, some monthly, some daily; get some professional help with evaluating your needs.

Good luck. You are not alone. Prayer and a familiar routine can help.

 

[tbcrawford]

Lord please help Joan with her memory Amen

Memorare (Prayer to Our Lady)
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession, was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To you do I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in your mercy, hear and answer me. Amen

 

[Vim71]

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.

Our Father who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Amen.

Glory Be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning is now ever shall be world without end
Amen.