Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver

Cultural Expectations in Caregiving: Family, Sacrifice, and Self-Care


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"It's OK not to know everything." - Tracee Loran

In this heartfelt episode of Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver, hosts JJ, Natalie, and Tracee Loran dive into the unexpected twists and turns of caregiving. Tracy shares her deeply personal story of stepping into the caregiver role for her grandmother after a serious fall, shedding light on:

đź’ˇ Family dynamics & cultural expectations
đź’ˇ Balancing independence & caregiving responsibilities
đź’ˇ The emotional toll & career impact of caregiving
đź’ˇ Tips for self-care and preserving creativity as a caregiver

From navigating complex regulations to honoring her grandmother's rich history, Tracee opens up about the challenges, lessons, and growth that come with caregiving. She emphasizes the power of storytelling, the importance of self-care, and finding joy amidst the responsibilities.

Whether you're a caregiver, family member, or simply curious about the realities of caregiving, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.

About Tracee Loran:

Tracee Loran is a versatile actress, writer, producer, and content creator based in New York City.Her career took an unexpected turn when, during her first acting role, she was invited to join the writers room, which opened doors to numerous writing and production projects.

Tracee has appeared in national TV commercials for renowned brands such as HBO, FedEx, AT&T, Arby’s, and Sony. For the past six years, she has balanced her time between New York City and Mississippi, where she lovingly cared for her 97-year-old grandmother.

She is the creator of Black History Baddies, a celebrated video series with over 1.5 million views across social media. 

Tracee was inspired to create the series during her time in Mississippi after reading about Claudette Colvin, an unsung civil rights pioneer. The series spotlights the achievements of Black women trailblazers who deserve greater recognition. Tracee passionately amplifies these stories to empower and inspire.

In this one-woman show, Tracee takes on multiple roles: she writes, acts, directs, edits, researches, and handles cinematography and costume design—all on her own.

You can connect with Tracee on YouTube, TikTok, X, and Instagram under the handle Tracee

Loran or visit her website at www.traceeloran.com.

Social Media

Website: https://traceeloran.com/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/traceeloran 

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/traceeloran 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracee-loran-2712896/ 

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Confessions of a Reluctant CaregiverBy Natalie Elliott Handy and JJ Elliott Hill

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