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The Caregiver Cup Podcast
Empowering caregivers with knowledge, resources and tools so they can be the best they can be. This podcast focuses on ways for the caregiver to reduce stress, burnout, can embrace moments of joy in their new normal. Listen weekly to Cathy's personal experiences, coaching, tips, inspiration, and interviews.
Episodes
246 episodes
Festive Self-Care for Caregivers: 12 Tips to Thrive This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but for caregivers, it can also bring added stress, exhaustion, and feelings of isolation. In this heartwarming episode, we unveil "Festive Self-Care for Caregivers: 12 Tips to Thrive This...
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Episode 244
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55:25
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Navigating Emergencies and Inpatient Care As A Caregiver Advocate
Navigating the stormy seas of caregiving during chemotherapy can be daunting, especially when unexpected crises arise. Picture this: a routine chemotherapy session quickly spirals into an emergency room visit due to alarming symptoms like a rap...
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Episode 243
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45:41
Caregivers’ Holiday Survival Guide: Overcoming Overwhelm, Isolation & Guilt
How are you feeling this holiday season, caregiver? The holidays can be especially challenging when you’re balancing caregiving duties with festive expectations. In this heartfelt episode, I share my personal journey through eight holiday seaso...
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33:59
Embracing the Journey: Danielle's Story of Caregiving, Resilience, and Personal Growth
What does it truly mean to be a caregiver? Join us in this heartfelt episode as we explore the courageous journey of Danielle, who shares her personal story of leaving her daycare and culinary career to care for her ailing mother. Danielle open...
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Episode 241
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45:00
Writing Your Way to Positive Caregiving: Journaling Made Easy
Hello, my friend! Caregiving can feel overwhelming, and finding ways to reflect, release, and recharge is essential to showing up as your best self. In this episode, we’re diving into a practice that has been my personal lifesaver since my care...
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Episode 240
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46:04
Thriving Through Caregiving: Self-Care Strategies from Cathie Gregory
Exploring Cathie’s Journey, Experiences, and Effective Self-Care TechniquesIn this episode, Cathie Gregory shares her heartfelt journey as a caregiver, offering invaluable experiences and self-care strategies that have helped her mainta...
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Episode 239
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1:01:53
Overcoming Waiting Room Fatigue: Self-Care and Coping Strategies for Caregivers
Waiting room fatigue is a struggle many caregivers face but rarely discuss. Imagine sitting in a hospital waiting room for hours, filled with anxiety and anticipation, as your loved one undergoes medical procedures. This episode unpacks how the...
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Episode 238
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36:11
Healing Through Caregiving: Katie Prentiss on Midlife Transformation and 'Wake Up Maggie'
What happens when a devoted caregiver and mother of four decides to pursue a midlife career change into acting? Join us for an engaging conversation with Katie Prentiss, who shares her personal story of caring for her mother with frontotemporal...
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Episode 237
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53:02
Empowering Caregivers: Advocacy, Education, and Navigating Challenges
In this enlightening episode of The Caregiver Cup Podcast, we explore the essential role of advocacy in the caregiving journey. Understanding how to effectively advocate for your loved one can transform both the quality of care ...
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Episode 236
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59:07
From Caregiver to Advocate: Mending Relationships While Supporting Aging Parents with Kathryn Betts Adams
Discover the heartfelt journey of caregiving through the eyes of Dr. Kathryn Betts Adams, affectionately known as Katy, a distinguished gerontological social worker and author of "The Pianist's Only Daughter." As the only daughter in a family o...
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Episode 235
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45:00
Cultivating Caregiver Resilience: Building Your Mindset Muscle
In this episode, I dive deep into essential mindset strategies tailored specifically for caregivers, drawing from recent insights gained in a transformative mindset training. I explore two powerful techniques—DSD (Do Something Different)...
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Episode 234
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47:39
Navigating Alzheimer's Agitation with Barbara Corcoran
What happens when one of the sharpest minds in business takes on the deeply personal role of a caregiver? Barbara Corcoran, the iconic entrepreneur from Shark Tank, joins us to share her heartfelt journey of caring for her mother, Florence, who...
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Episode 233
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31:15
You Can’t Do This Alone: Why Caregivers Need Support to Thrive
We’re going to get real—deep into the truth of caregiving. Depending on where you're in your caregiving journey, you may not want to hear this, or this may be exactly what you need. This is real talk, & before we start, I want to say: I get...
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Episode 232
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49:21
The Transformative Power of Gratitude in Caregiving: Stories, Practices, and Insights
In honor of World Gratitude Day, we’re diving into a topic that has the power to transform your caregiving journey—gratitude. When you’re deep in the trenches of caregiving, it’s easy to let the hard moments take over. But what if you could shi...
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Episode 231
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48:38
Why Every Caregiver Needs a Nighttime Routine: Sleep Strategies for Physical, Emotional, and Mental Health
Caregiving is a demanding journey, and it often feels like there’s never enough time for yourself—especially when it comes to getting a good night’s sleep. But what if I told you that establishing a simple nighttime routine could transform how ...
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Episode 230
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39:30
The Transformative Power of Solitude: Rejuvenating Your Caregiving Journey Through Intentional Alone Time
Can solitude be the key to transforming your caregiving experience? In this heartfelt episode of the Caregiver Cup podcast, we explore the profound impact of intentional alone time on preventing burnout and enhancing your caregiving abilities. ...
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Episode 229
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23:37
Breaking Free from Caregiver Overwhelm: Mindfulness and Self-Care Tips
Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of caregiver overwhelm? In this episode, we explore practical strategies to break free from stress and reclaim your well-being. We’ll dive into mindfulness practices, setting realistic goals, and making small ...
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Episode 228
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58:14
Mindful Mornings for Caregivers: How to Build an Intentional Routine
In this episode of The Caregiver Cup Podcast, we're diving deep into the power of starting your day with an intentional morning routine. As caregivers, we often wake up to a day full of responsibilities and challenges, which can leave ...
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Episode 227
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42:10
Empowering Caregivers with Boundary Setting
Ever feel like you're juggling multiple roles and struggling to keep up? In this episode of the Caregiver Cup podcast, I share my personal journey of balancing a corporate job, running a business, and caregiving for loved ones. By tracking my...
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Episode 226
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52:31
The Art Of Self-Compassion: How to Nurture Yourself as a Caregiver
How do you maintain your own well-being while caring for others? Join me as we uncover the importance of self-compassion for caregivers, even while I navigate my own journey through the Omicron COVID virus. You'll hear a heartfelt message fro...
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Episode 225
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37:11
Understanding and Overcoming Caregiver Resentment and Anger
What happens when your personal battle with COVID-19 intersects with the demanding role of caregiving? Join me as I share the raw and emotional journey of navigating my husband's recent struggle with the Omicron variant, layered with my own har...
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Episode 224
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33:21
What to Do When Lack of Motivation Hits as a Caregiver
What if you could turn those tough caregiving days around with just a few simple strategies? This episode of the Caregiver Cup podcast promises to equip you with the tools you need to combat lack of motivation and uplift your spirit. I share my...
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Episode 223
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34:38
The Power of Words: Shaping Your Caregiving Mindset
Could a change in your self-talk transform your caregiving journey? Today's episode promises to uncover the secrets behind the power of language and its profound impact on caregivers. Join us as we celebrate the incredible connections we've bui...
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Episode 222
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30:54
Stop Settling: How to Shift Your Mindset and Reclaim Joy in Caregiving
In this episode of The Caregiver Cup Podcast, we dive deep into the reasons why caregivers often feel stuck and explore how to break free from the spiral of making excuses, blaming, shaming, and settling. Caregiving is filled with challenges an...
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Episode 221
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38:12
Navigating the Emotional Complexities of Caregiving with Dr. JJ Kelly
Discover the emotional complexities of caregiving with renowned clinical psychologist and emotional intelligence expert, Dr. JJ Kelly, on our latest episode of the Caregiver Cup podcast. Dr. Kelly, who transitioned from traditional psychother...
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Episode 220
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47:51