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Building Your Inner Circle as a Caregiver

When elephants sense danger, they form a protective circle with the most vulnerable in the center—a powerful metaphor for how caregivers need their own support systems. Drawing inspiration from this natural phenomenon, I explore the emotional b...

April 22, 2025 • Episode 260 • 37:31

Beyond ‘I’m Fine’: Overcoming Toxic Positivity in Caregiving

Ever catch yourself saying "I'm fine" when you're anything but? As caregivers, we often hide behind these white lies, putting on a brave face while secretly exhausted, frustrated, or on the verge of tears. This episode dives deep into the conce...

April 15, 2025 • Episode 259 • 30:36

The More You Notice Grace, The More It Appears (Even in Caregiver Chaos)

Grace might seem like a lofty concept, but for caregivers, it's the lifeline we desperately need when drowning in overwhelming responsibilities, emotional turmoil, and crushing self-expectations.Drawing wisdom from Jamie Kern Lima's boo...

April 08, 2025 • Episode 258 • 15:52

When Stress Takes Over: A Caregiver's Confession

Have you ever felt your body physically react to stress before your mind could even process what was happening? That moment when your skin flushes hot, your heart races, and your shoulders tighten into knots—all while your thoughts spin "like a...

April 01, 2025 • Episode 257 • 27:16

Breaking Isolation: Finding Connection in Your Caregiver Journey

Caregiving often leads to profound isolation, a reality I experienced firsthand during my husband Dennis's first stem cell transplant. With his second transplant approaching, I'm determined to transform potential loneliness into connection and ...

March 25, 2025 • Episode 256 • 31:51

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I absolutely love your podcasts, a huge thank you!! And a very Merry Christmas to you, your husband and family!! My commute to work is 5 min., so I haven’t been listening regularly. Lately I’ve been feeling a bit blue, and overwhelmed. I’ve been my mom’s caregiver for 3 years now. I do ok most days. However I’m left with a heavy heart seeing her health decline. I have just started trying to get in a daily walk. And make more time for some down time. Again, thank you for all that you share, it is greatly appreciated!! ❤️Angel

Fort Lauderdale, Florida