This episode begins with an ode to an overwrought caregiver. I'm reaching out to my fellow caregiver tribe to remind you that what you do matters. When we care for an aging parent, child, partner, or neighbor, we impact our small piece of the world with our hearts and hands and unseen strength. 

We can get so wrapped up in our caregiving tasks that we lose sight of what our caring means. There often isn't much time to reflect on how we are showing up for our loved one or friend. We just do it, but there are times when we may come very close to burnout. That's a painful place to be because we still want to take care of our loved one, but we may not have the internal resources (emotionally, physically, or spiritually). 

I hope this episode helps restore your resilience and reminds you that you are seen and appreciated for your caring.  

Welcome to my reflections from the bright side of the beat.

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Songs in this episode: Some Kind of Wonderful by Nu Alkemi$t; Con Sazón by In This World

Related Episodes:

Caregiver Burnout & Crisis: Care for the Carer (Episode #49)

Finding Balance in Struggle: Exploring Yin and Yang in Daily Life (Episode #41)

Embracing Uncertainty: Feeling Faithful & Taking Action (Episode #30)

Finding Balance: Caregiver Self-Care (Episode #27)

Dealing with Dementia (Caregiver Tips & Journal Prompts) (Episode #13)

Journal Prompts:

1. What is the most important thing you get out of your caregiving? 

2. Are you giving yourself enough praise and appreciation for your caregiving? If not, why?

3. What positive impact does your caregiving have on your family, community or the world?

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I’m wrapping up Season 3 and taking a break over the holidays, but I’ll be back on January 14th for Season 4 with a new series on some of the essential life lessons my sweet mom taught me. Until then, I’m wishing you all good things, and time and space to try new things. Maybe a new creative project, quality time with friends, or deep rest. Do what lights you up inside and fills you with a sense of purpose. You deserve those moments for yourself. See you on January 14th.