I would venture a guess that there are very few people who love being a caregiver to a husband or family member. Most caregivers find themselves in this role by default. A loved one falls ill and we are present and able. Women, by nature and cultural influences, are most…
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WRITING THROUGH CHANGE
Writing through change and challenges helps me unravel my thoughts and emotions, sort them out, create space in my mind for possibilities and let go of some of the debris. It is a healing process I started when I was a teen. When things are really hard, however, I find…
View More WRITING THROUGH CHANGEWHERE TO FIND THE HELP YOU MIGHT NEED AS A CARER
When you take on the role of carer for a loved one, it’s important to do your research so as to not be surprised by the amount of work that it takes. But even when one does look at all the angles, it’s hard to really understand the challenges you…
View More WHERE TO FIND THE HELP YOU MIGHT NEED AS A CARERGIVE FROM YOUR ABUNDANCE
If you’re a caregiver, as I am, chances are good that your initial response to give from your abundance was, “yeah, right.” In fact, women are the caregivers of the world. We’re mothers, teachers, nurses, friends, sisters, and daughters and in these roles we care for others. We give until…
View More GIVE FROM YOUR ABUNDANCEAVOIDING BURNOUT AS A CAREGIVER
Avoiding burnout as a caregiver is a necessary, but challenging undertaking. It is an unfortunate truth that many caregivers find themselves in a state of emotional and physical exhaustion at some point in the process. Caregiving is an extremely demanding job. Most caregivers have insufficient support and are the primary…
View More AVOIDING BURNOUT AS A CAREGIVERHow to Look After Yourself When Caring for a Loved One
If you are caring for a loved one, then there’s a high chance that you have a lot of responsibility. There are career demands, financial concerns, errands to run, doctor’s appointments, and much more. Your “to do” list can quickly become overwhelming. With all of the demands being place on…
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