The Sharegiving Secret: How to Survive Family Caregiving

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Caregiving is more than a mission—it’s a monumental task that you don’t have to shoulder alone! 

Today, I explore the transformative power of stepping back to manage rather than tackling everything single-handedly. It’s a vital lesson I learned: doing more isn’t the solution; managing more effectively is. A caregiving coach once opened my eyes to my 'Care-zilla' mode—where anger and frustration from trying to control everything were running me ragged. Now, I champion delegation and collaboration, essential strategies that turn caregiving from a lone battle into a team effort. Let’s ditch the pride and start creating a support system that lets us all breathe, balance, and thrive with our loved ones.

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

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Life throws curveballs, but Wendy Weber reminds me that we don’t have to face them alone. She shares how leaning into community and asking for help transforms not only our struggles but our growth. Wendy inspires me to see caregiving as an act of love, not just duty and challenges me to let go of the guilt and embrace the strength that comes from being vulnerable. Selfcare isn’t selfish—it’s essential. If you ever feel overwhelmed, remember you’re stronger than you think and more supported than you realize.

About Our Guest:

Wendy Weber, an energy healer and devoted parrot enthusiast, harmonizes her vibrant spirit with a talent for singer-songwriting, amplifying voices, and fostering unity. Wendy brews  a unique melody of resilience and empowerment that she’s nurtured through decades of parrot companionship and raising her late daughter who had Down syndrome, then Alzheimer's. Her parody and original songwriting resonates in both healing work and musical expression that has sustained her through adversity to triumph.

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendyeweber/ 

LinkedIn: wendy.weber

Facebook: wendy.weber

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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When life hits you hard, it’s not about pushing through at all costs; it’s about finding the balance to thrive. Jennifer Takagi shares hard-earned wisdom from her caregiving journey, emphasizing the power of self-care, intuition, and spiritual healing. She inspires us to listen to that quiet inner voice, trust our instincts, and embrace moments of rest and reflection, even in the most challenging times. Her message isn’t just about caregiving—it’s about living with intention and letting go of what doesn’t serve us.

About Our Guest:

Jennifer Takagi, a 12-Minute Success Coach, empowers individuals—especially women—to discover their purpose and potential. Believing in the power of self-trust and intuition, she helps clients gain clarity, confidence, and meaningful success. As a keynote speaker, she inspires audiences to lead with their values and inner wisdom. Jennifer’s blend of intuitive guidance and practical strategies encourages growth, alignment with personal values, and impactful, soul-led leadership.

https://www.jennifertakagi.com/

https://www.facebook.com/takagiconsulting/

https://www.instagram.com/jenniferjaggerstakagi/

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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Sometimes life feels like an endless grind—whether caregiving or carrying emotional baggage, the weight seems unbearable. But Kelly Rudolph inspires me with her belief that freedom is possible. She shares powerful tools to release deep-seated emotional junk that holds us back, especially for those over 40 when life feels heavy. Her story of resilience and renewal shows how we can let go of the negative cords tying us down, find joy, and embrace a lighter, freer self. It's all about knowing a way forward exists—and that hope alone can spark transformation.

About Our Guest:

Your Inner Power Coach Kelly Rudolph opens your eyes to possibilities and opportunities so that you can think and feel more optimistic even when your circumstances seem never ending. This new mindset and emotional release improve your mental, emotional and physical health by raising your energy to enjoy more peace, confidence and self-value.  

After surviving years of domestic violence, all the trauma was removed in an hour of powerful work with a Native American Medicine Man. And this is the work Kelly does with her clients.  She is a sought after energy coach and transformational speaker for people who truly want more out of life and a bright future. She is a certified life coach, hypnotist, and NLP Practitioner with amazing personal and client success stories. Get her free Life Strategies for a Happy Life at www.PositiveWomenRock.com/gift 

Social links:

https://www.facebook.com/positivewomenrock/

https://www.facebook.com/kellyrudolph/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyrudolph/

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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Sometimes, the toughest challenges reveal the best in us. Terry Tucker’s story is a masterclass in resilience and compassion. From balancing an NCAA basketball career to caregiving for loved ones in their final days, and now navigating his 13-year battle with cancer, Terry shows us how to find meaning in the messiest parts of life. He turns pain into purpose through his work with Motivational Check, helping others realize their potential to lead extraordinary lives. His message? Lean into adversity—it’s not the end of your story but the beginning of something deeper.

About Our Guest:

Terry Tucker is a speaker, author, and international podcast guest on the topics of motivation, mindset, and self-development.

Among his diverse professional roles, Terry has been a marketing executive, a hospital administrator, a SWAT Hostage Negotiator, and for the past twelve years, a cancer warrior.

He is the author of Sustainable Excellence: Ten Principles To Leading Your Uncommon And Extraordinary Life and a co-author of Perspectives On Cancer: Stories Of Healing, Hope, & Resilience.

Motivational Check Website: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/   

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179/ 

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

 X (Twitter):  https://mobile.twitter.com/terrytucker2012 

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sustainableexcellenceauthor/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl2CUA6R1zP2ZcjzhzGKWkQ 

Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life - Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVS 

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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When it comes to resolutions, I’m all about keeping it real and keeping it doable. Forget those vague promises that fizzle out by mid-January—what works is setting goals that truly resonate with you and are backed by a solid plan. I’m challenging myself to adopt what I call "sharegiving," where every day I find a way to lighten someone else’s load with an intentional act of kindness. Whether it’s holding the door for someone or stepping up to help a caregiver in need, small acts add up. Let’s flip the script on resolutions this year and focus on making every goal personal, actionable, and tied to the kind of person we really want to be.

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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When life throws unexpected challenges, like caregiving for a loved one with dementia, it teaches us the power of letting go and finding resilience in acceptance. Dr. Jill Rosenthal shares her incredible journey of turning heartbreak into strength, showing that thriving isn’t about changing circumstances but about shifting our mindset. She reminds us to release the guilt, adapt with love, and choose the battles that truly matter. From managing expectations to embracing the unpredictable, the key lies in surrendering control and focusing on what we can influence. Every challenge holds a lesson, and with the right mindset, even the toughest moments can lead to growth and connection.

Listener Free Gift:  Link:  drjillgift.com/caregiving

About Our Guest:

Jill Rosenthal is an award-winning Harvard & Stanford educated physician and best-selling author who retired after a 35+ year career and became certified as a mindset coach. Her extensive experience and training, coupled with her own transformation from a stressed, overworked, unhealthy physician, wife, and mother into a healthy, thriving coach make her uniquely equipped to help others release unconscious thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that hold them back, so they can create their dream life.

Website: https://www.drjillrosenthal.com/

Email:  [email protected]

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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Feeling drained by caregiving or just life’s relentless demands? Let me tell you, the secret to thriving starts with giving yourself permission to recharge. Vivianne Winters Israel—an experienced nurse, cancer survivor, and lifelong caregiver—knows this firsthand. With over 47 years in critical and emergency care, plus her personal experiences of caregiving for family members, she shares how embracing self-care tools transformed her ability to handle life’s toughest challenges, from caregiving stress to battling metastatic cancer. Vivianne unpacks simple, powerful practices—some as quick as two minutes—that help you break free from burnout and reclaim your energy and joy. Her message is clear: when you care for yourself first, you amplify your ability to support those you love. Don't wait—start filling your own cup today!

Listener Free Gift: Empowered Self-Care Resources  https://vivwi.me/selfcare1

• A list of Vivianne’s favorite powerful self-care tools she’s learned of over the decades and use. You're bound to resonate with at least one. Access to Tool #2 is free and only takes 90 seconds, once learned. #1 is even faster, taking only 5-20 seconds, once learned (no affiliate links).

About Our Guest:

Vivianne Winters Israel is a motivational speaker and author of the upcoming Adventure Annie, series of children’s books full of adventure and mystery (ages 9-12). Registered Nurse; studied cellular biology and physiologic psychology at California State University, Northridge; Mom and serialpreneur; published author, first book Tender Moments: Diary of a First-time Mother received Benjamin Franklin Silver Award, for non-fiction literature; co-author of Amazon Bestseller in three categories Life by Design: How to Create, Leverage, Legacy and Lifestyle; acknowledgements from The American Biographical Institute—Who’s Who of American Women, 2,000 Notable American Women, Woman of the Year (1990), and Golden Lifetime Achievement Award; Member: Independent Book Publishers Association; Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. 

Her upcoming stories are crafted to help children work through the increased social and emotional challenges surrounding the pandemic, by experiencing real-life issues from the safety of engaging fictional adventures. Each with a free Teacher/Parent Resource Guide.

Links:

• Website https://viviannewintersisrael.com/
• Facebook https://www.facebook.com/An.Authors.Journey.into.Childrens.Fiction.FORUM
• Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/VivianneWI_Childrens_Author/
• TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@authors_journey?_t=8n7RBiUIdh8&_r=1
• Clapper https://www.clapperapp.com/Viv_Speaker_Author

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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Sometimes life feels like balancing a fragile house of cards—caregiving challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. My guest Denise Brown, an inspiring author and caregiving expert, brings hope, offering strategies to lighten the load and manage the stress, loneliness, and emotional toll of caregiving. With Denise’s wisdom, we chat about the importance of embracing community, setting boundaries, and finding moments of relief and joy amidst the chaos. Her books, including The Caregiving Years series, remind us that even in the toughest caregiving stages, we can craft plans that turn dread into action and heartache into healing. Denise inspires us to face each day with resilience and a reminder that no caregiver is truly alone.

About Our Guest:

Denise supports individuals managing difficult life experiences with coaching, planning and training. Through her work, Denise helps clients find hope, possibilities and a path forward. 

Denise began helping individuals who care for a family member in 1990 and launched a business to help them in 1995. She created one of the first online caregiving communities in 1996 which she managed until its sale in 2020.

Denise now develops and delivers training programs for the workplace and for individuals who want to coach family caregivers. More than 400 individuals from eight different countries have enrolled in her training programs.

Denise is the author of several books that provide insights, comfort and hope to those who care, including the five-book series called Take Comfort; The Caregiving Years, Your Guide to Navigating the Six Caregiving Stages; and After Caregiving Ends, A Guide to Beginning Again.

Links:

• Denise’s Books: http://bit.ly/caringbooks
• Caregiving Reflections, a weekly newsletter: https://denisebrown.substack.com/archive
• Caring Our Way: https://join.caringourway.com/
• The Caregiving Years Training Academy: https://www.careyearsacademy.com
• The Wall Street Journal: https://www.wsj.com/articles/these-self-care-strategies-can-help-caregivers-cope-with-burnout-11640782803?st=37dob9tjnjt4tke&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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You deserve to feel whole while taking care of others. Picture a pie with four slices: financial, emotional, mental, and physical well-being. You need to keep each slice balanced and replenished because caregiving can take a toll on every piece. Financially, set realistic goals and create a budget to avoid future stress. Emotionally, give yourself space to process your feelings—ignoring them only floods your mind later. Mentally, stay creative and organized, even when drained, and physically, don't skip the exercise and habits that keep your energy steady. And here’s the secret ingredient: stories. Share them, hear them, and connect. Together, we can refill each other’s plates and savor the balance of a fulfilling life.

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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