Learned something many years ago.
Feel, Felt, Found.
I know how you feel. I've felt that way before. Here's what I've found works for me.
You're relating to them and offering advice on what works for you. Will it motivate them? Hard to say. At least you get your point across in a gentle way. BTW. I like your approach to your health issue. Exactly the way I handle mine.

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