Life experience of older women with chronic conditions: Flow and Balance as a coping resource

ABSTRACT

In this qualitative study we explored the experience and meaning of participating in Flow and Balance (FAB) in older women with chronic illness. A total of 11 participants were recruited for in-depth interviews. The findings demonstrated that participation in FAB helps cope with chronic illness and daily stress. Specifically, three themes emerged from the analysis: (a) developing positive emotions, (b) building meaningful relationships, and (c) feeling grateful in everyday life. Our findings are consistent with the existing literature that leisure-time physical activities play an important role in finding personal meaning in life for older adults living with chronic illness.

Acknowledgement

The authors would like to thank Ms. Soon Lye Park for assistance in collecting the data.

Disclosure statement

No potential conflicts of interest were reportd by the authors.