When you receive news about your health, especially when it's a serious diagnosis like Osteoporosis, you sometimes feel as if everything is spinning. Then, you realize that life would be different moving forward.   Having been diagnosed with a life-altering illness will affect every aspect of your life. You may feel afraid, confused, angry, or overwhelmed.    Every person responds differently to a serious health diagnosis, and each situation is unique. However, there are some strategies you can use to avoid being overwhelmed when you get diagnosed with Osteoporosis.   So join me as I discuss these principles and see how they can change how you view your situation. You may soon realize that your diagnosis is, in fact, an opportunity and a blessing.   Thank you for listening to another informative episode of the Happy Bones, Happy Life podcast!    “When you put 100% attention on what you are doing, you just aren't gonna feel overwhelmed because you're so focused on the activity that you're choosing to put your attention on now.” - Margie Bissinger   In this episode: - [01:39] - Choose where you want to put your energy and attention - [02:09] - Learn to say NO and delegate what you don't need to do - [02:59] - How do we know if something is right for us or not? - [06:03] - Put 100% attention on everything you do - [07:24] - Quotes from The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle - [09:09] - Make a decision - [10:53] - Choose progress over perfection - [12:44] - Recap of the principles to overcoming overwhelm when you get an Osteoporosis diagnosis - [15:14] - What happens during the Summit?   Resources mentioned - MORE Natural Approaches to Osteoporosis and Bone Health Summit - https://morebonehealth.byhealthmeans.com/?idev_id=22547 - Join Margie Bissinger, MS, PT, CHC, with 50+ expert talks to help you improve and protect your bone health throughout your life - tinyurl.com/strongbonesforme   More about Margie - Website  - Facebook  - Instagram    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast. *In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links on this site: Some of the links going to products are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you (sometimes, I even get to share a unique discount with you). If I post an affiliate link to a product, it is something that I personally use, support, and would recommend. I personally vet each and every product. My first priority is providing valuable information and resources to help you create positive changes in your health and bring more happiness into your life. I will only ever link to products or resources (affiliate or otherwise) that fit within this purpose.