Most caregivers don't realize they're making this mistake — because it feels like the right thing to do.

When grief, guilt, or anger hits, the instinct is to reason your way out of it. "I shouldn't feel this way." "Other people have it worse." "Just stay positive." In this video, DJ Castilleja explains exactly why that strategy backfires — and what to do instead.

This is Episode 8 of the Eliminating Caregiver Chaos podcast series on caregiver emotional mistakes. If you've been trying to think your way through your emotions and wondering why it isn't working — this is for you.

📌 Chapters: 0:00 – Intro 1:20 – The trap of logical thinking 4:35 – When support backfires 7:20 – What actually heals emotions 10:35 – Why this matters for caregivers 12:35 – Closing + what's next

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