Why You Must Care for the Caregiver
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Our natural instinct is to prioritize those who need care, not those giving the care, especially when it comes to the elderly and infirm. While that's understandable, I refuse to leave the caregiver behind.
As a repeat caregiver for elderly parents and mom of two, I’ve experienced the challenge of caring for others while also trying to care for myself.
In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I share my story, cover the hidden toll of caregiving (and the compounding effects of stress that come with it), and offer seven essential self-care strategies for caregivers.
If you're a caregiver, remember: your well-being matters. You cannot pour from an empty cup. Start by implementing one small self-care strategy today, and recognize that taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's necessary.
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Ep 37: Estate Organizing with Eileen Moynahan
Ep 81: Boost Caregiver Resilience Through Creativity with Kate Chapman
Ep 155: Music as Self-Care for Caregivers with Dawn Renee
Ep 156: How to Reduce Mental Load as a Parent or Caregiver with Roxanne Ferber
Ep 180: What Stress Really Is and How to Manage It
Ep 261: Why Self-Care Will Not Fix Burnout
Ep 146: 10 Simple Self-Care Ideas [Round Up]
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Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny
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