His Last Shave - In Memory Of My Grumpa

His Last Shave - In Memory Of My Grumpa

I would like to publish this in memory of my 97 year old Grumpa, Terence Colin Granville-Jones, who deserved to be loved to the end, and was.

His Last Shave - An account of a granddaughter’s love

When I think back now to the memories of the end, this is the last true memory of my Grumpa as the gentle, independent and fastidious man that he was:

It was before his full deterioration, his mind starting to return to him and a feeling of peace for us both. I sat and watched in awe of him as he insisted on taking up his razor to shave. He was weak but determined, so with a seat in front of a filled basin, he used one hand to support his other and raised the razor to his face. He was slow but methodical, contorting his face to achieve the right tension in his skin and working with such nimble practised ease, despite his preferred blunt Bic razor, that I couldn’t help but admire him. Repressing the automatic modern response to film an achievement of a loved one, I sat fully present. Something deep inside me knew that after 80+ years this may very well be the last time he ever performs his own shave and I felt honoured to witness it. I sat patiently with love in my heart as I took in what is now one of my most treasured intimate memories of my Grumpa.

As I lie awake at 3am, 7 months after the death of my beloved Grumpa, I notice as my mouth goes taut, my lower lip curls downwards and my body finally succumbs to the delayed shakes of grief.

This week would have been my Grumpa’s 98th birthday and I’m so grateful he is not still here to witness it. 

I say witness it as it would have been no celebration at this point.

One year ago, my Grumpa who was still independently living, turned 97 with grace and gratitude for his health and family, having moved to be close to me 17 months before. I had asked him to move close to me so that I could be a more regular support for him and enjoy as much of a relationship with him as I could. From cutting his hair to massaging his feet and clipping his nails, I took great pride in doing the things that meant so much to him....



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Written and narrated by Jane Tarrant, Founder of LiNK BREATHING 
www.linkbreathing.co.uk
@linkbreathing (on all social channels)

His Last Shave - In Memory Of My Grumpa

I would like to publish this in memory of my 97 year old Grumpa, Terence Colin Granville-Jones, who deserved to be loved to the end, and was.

His Last Shave - An account of a granddaughter’s love

When I think back now to the memories of the end, this is the last true memory of my Grumpa as the gentle, independent and fastidious man that he was:

It was before his full deterioration, his mind starting to return to him and a feeling of peace for us both. I sat and watched in awe of him as he insisted on taking up his razor to shave. He was weak but determined, so with a seat in front of a filled basin, he used one hand to support his other and raised the razor to his face. He was slow but methodical, contorting his face to achieve the right tension in his skin and working with such nimble practised ease, despite his preferred blunt Bic razor, that I couldn’t help but admire him. Repressing the automatic modern response to film an achievement of a loved one, I sat fully present. Something deep inside me knew that after 80+ years this may very well be the last time he ever performs his own shave and I felt honoured to witness it. I sat patiently with love in my heart as I took in what is now one of my most treasured intimate memories of my Grumpa.

As I lie awake at 3am, 7 months after the death of my beloved Grumpa, I notice as my mouth goes taut, my lower lip curls downwards and my body finally succumbs to the delayed shakes of grief.

This week would have been my Grumpa’s 98th birthday and I’m so grateful he is not still here to witness it. 

I say witness it as it would have been no celebration at this point.

One year ago, my Grumpa who was still independently living, turned 97 with grace and gratitude for his health and family, having moved to be close to me 17 months before. I had asked him to move close to me so that I could be a more regular support for him and enjoy as much of a relationship with him as I could. From cutting his hair to massaging his feet and clipping his nails, I took great pride in doing the things that meant so much to him....



[Listen to hear the rest of the account.]

Written and narrated by Jane Tarrant, Founder of LiNK BREATHING 
www.linkbreathing.co.uk
@linkbreathing (on all social channels)

Life Changing Breathing Retraining - with Jane Tarrant & LiNK BREATHING Client

Breathing retraining was life changing for my client with a restricted airway and paralysed vocal chord causing breathing difficulties, snoring and sleep apnoea. As many as 25 years after his accident, he was recommended to LiNK BREATHING by his  friend (also an existing breathing and awareness coaching client), because he felt it could help him.

After 25 years, he was able to not only start running but take up paddle boarding. The difference I received via text during his recent trip was, "Lost breath a few times but I have jumped back on in seconds rather than minutes."

Having been forced to sleep separately on a yoga mat downstairs in order to protect his family's sleep, he has been able to return to sharing a bed with his wife and even enjoy camping without feeling embarrassed by his snoring.

Previously waking every 40 minutes to 2.5 hours and being fearful to go back to sleep after waking from an episode of sleep apnoea, he now feels comfortable sleeping through the whole night, averaging 7.5 hours without waking. This is without the use of a CPAP machine.

Energy is now a norm, not a luxury. Relationships have improved.

My client is now living a "More happy and healthy life. More positive and hopeful life."

Can it really be as simple as retraining your breathing? Yes it can. For some it is a massive missing piece. For others it is an accessible starting point to improve other health foundations via better awareness.

What is breathing retraining?

Breathing retraining with LiNK BREATHING is the process of taking breathing habits back to basics, improving awareness, addressing unhealthy habits and gradually training new healthier breathing habits over time. Conscious breathing habits then influence subconscious breathing habits, resulting in powerful changes to mood, productivity, sleep, concentration, physical performance and relationships.

What are unhealthy breathing habits?

• Mouth breathing
• Snoring
• Sleep Apnoea
• Over breathing or hyperventilation
• Shallow breathing
• Fast breathing
• Upper chest breathing during rest
• Restricted diaphragm breathing 
• Intermittent breathing
• Regular sighing or yawning
• Regular stress breath holding e.g. during emails ' aka email apnoea'

We breathe more than 20,000 times per day. Imagine if those 20,000 were just slightly healthier each time. That is incremental improvement with very little effort.

How do I know if LiNK BREATHING could help?
Book a free 20 minute call via www.linkbreathing.co.uk for a free assessment.

How much does breathing retraining cost?
LiNK BREATHING is aware that not everyone has the same means or available time. Each client will receive bespoke advice as to the most cost effective or efficient route for them, based on their needs and situation. With options of varying price ranges, there is always an option to suit.

Life Changing Breathing Retraining - with Jane Tarrant & LiNK BREATHING Client

Breathing retraining was life changing for my client with a restricted airway and paralysed vocal chord causing breathing difficulties, snoring and sleep apnoea. As many as 25 years after his accident, he was recommended to LiNK BREATHING by his  friend (also an existing breathing and awareness coaching client), because he felt it could help him.

After 25 years, he was able to not only start running but take up paddle boarding. The difference I received via text during his recent trip was, "Lost breath a few times but I have jumped back on in seconds rather than minutes."

Having been forced to sleep separately on a yoga mat downstairs in order to protect his family's sleep, he has been able to return to sharing a bed with his wife and even enjoy camping without feeling embarrassed by his snoring.

Previously waking every 40 minutes to 2.5 hours and being fearful to go back to sleep after waking from an episode of sleep apnoea, he now feels comfortable sleeping through the whole night, averaging 7.5 hours without waking. This is without the use of a CPAP machine.

Energy is now a norm, not a luxury. Relationships have improved.

My client is now living a "More happy and healthy life. More positive and hopeful life."

Can it really be as simple as retraining your breathing? Yes it can. For some it is a massive missing piece. For others it is an accessible starting point to improve other health foundations via better awareness.

What is breathing retraining?

Breathing retraining with LiNK BREATHING is the process of taking breathing habits back to basics, improving awareness, addressing unhealthy habits and gradually training new healthier breathing habits over time. Conscious breathing habits then influence subconscious breathing habits, resulting in powerful changes to mood, productivity, sleep, concentration, physical performance and relationships.

What are unhealthy breathing habits?

• Mouth breathing
• Snoring
• Sleep Apnoea
• Over breathing or hyperventilation
• Shallow breathing
• Fast breathing
• Upper chest breathing during rest
• Restricted diaphragm breathing 
• Intermittent breathing
• Regular sighing or yawning
• Regular stress breath holding e.g. during emails ' aka email apnoea'

We breathe more than 20,000 times per day. Imagine if those 20,000 were just slightly healthier each time. That is incremental improvement with very little effort.

How do I know if LiNK BREATHING could help?
Book a free 20 minute call via www.linkbreathing.co.uk for a free assessment.

How much does breathing retraining cost?
LiNK BREATHING is aware that not everyone has the same means or available time. Each client will receive bespoke advice as to the most cost effective or efficient route for them, based on their needs and situation. With options of varying price ranges, there is always an option to suit.

Just Start Now - Incrementally - with Jane Tarrant and Vicky Shilling

We are back for Season 2 of LIVING MORE OF A LIFE podcast.

In the spirit of getting started, Jane Tarrant asked Vicky Shilling, host of Just Start Now podcast to join her in a discussion of the importance of just getting started, incrementally, even if you don't have it all figured out yet.

Vicky Shilling is a Business Mentor helping health & wellness practitioners turn their expertise into income. She is also the host of Just Start Now podcast.
www.vickyshilling.com
@vicky.shilling
https://www.instagram.com/vicky.shilling/

Jane Tarrant is a Breathing & Awareness Coach, Thai Massage Therapist and Host of LIVING MORE OF A LIFE podcast.
www.linkbreathing.co.uk
@linkbreathing
https://www.instagram.com/linkbreathing/
https://www.facebook.com/linkbreathing/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetarrant/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/link-breathing

Note from Jane: "I'd love your feedback on this episode and feel free to share it far and wide. You could even review it if you are feeling particularly kind."