Good Hard Story Podcast

Episode 96: Losing Memory and Keeping Hope with Alzheimer's Expert Megan Carnarius


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Aging is a privilege and we should treat it like the gift it is. But the gift of aging comes with complex challenges and unavoidable sadnesses, like memory loss. If you’re caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia—or if you’re facing a memory loss diagnosis yourself—I want to offer some encouragement and practical wisdom for you to navigate this tender experience as well as you can.

This week’s podcast guest is Alzheimer’s specialist Megan Carnarius, who is doing the hard and holy work of dignifying the experiences of people living with memory loss. I pray today’s conversation with Megan gives you fresh hope for your future and the futures of the ones you love.

Here’s just a preview of what Meg and I covered:

  • Making every stage of aging as good as it can be
  • Navigating the “hand-off” of independence
  • Learning how to help the soul of our loved ones shine through
  • Finding “fall out” blessings in life with memory loss
  • Reframing our older years as an “Inner adventure”

If you need expert advice for navigating the realities of memory loss, this episode is for you.


Show Notes:

A Deeper Perspective on Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias: Practical Tools with Spiritual Insights by Megan Carnarius - https://a.co/d/dI1lbRs

Scriptures referenced in this episode:

2 Corinthians 4:16

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