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Rayna Neises, ACC, host, and Aly Neises, RN, cohost, reflect on the conversation with Kinsey Oglesby who experienced an unexpected healing during her caregiving journey.  Additional insights discussed are:

• Even when there is a strained, difficult, or even non-existent relationship, the caregiver can still survive by shifting their heart.
• Personal care situations are difficult for everyone and caregivers who show respect and explain what they are doing and how they are doing it will have an easier time.  It truly is not at all about the caregiver; it is all about the loved one and helping them because they cannot help themselves.
• A difficult relationship will not get better because the caregiver changes the person being cared for, but instead because the caregiver changes their perspective.
• Think about trying things that seem impossible because they might not be.  However, if the situation proves to be too difficult or toxic, think outside the box and find other solutions and ways to help. Being the day to day caregiver is not for everyone and that is okay!
• Extend grace to all involved . . . Including yourself.
• Ensure the approach to caregiving is not just from duty, but from the perspective of the heart.