Caregiving may be an important part of our life, but we need to firmly guard how much we let it take over ALL aspects of our life. The more we neglect ourselves today, the more of our health welfare (and sanity!) we may jeopardize for our tomorrows. It's not easy making choices for ourselves. I know that. It takes courage and strength that we may not feel ready to use. Pick a day. Write a goal. Take one small step towards improving your situation. Just doing ONE thing on your list can empower you to make more positive choices!

It comes with the territory. You take on the growing care needs of a parent, on top of your OWN needs and life demands. By the time a parent needs help, they may not have the cognitive or emotional ability to understand the overwhelm for you. Maybe they've never been appreciative of help, or never thought they'd have to rely on others, and actually resent it! You're not alone in these feelings. Which is why self care and self growth is so important during this time. Don't get pulled under by the discouragement of not being appreciated. You may be waiting for something that just won't happen. Remind yourself of the important role you're taking on, and allow yourself to seek rest and reprieve! Clarity only comes from backing up from the day to day struggles so you can gain a more balanced perspective. If you do, you'll have a better chance of creating healthier boundaries, and not seeking the appreciation that may never come in the ways you had hoped it would.

If you're caring for a parent, there are a lot of decisions that come up... What needs they have and how to meet them, what products to buy, how to get them to eat and drink enough, when to call a doctor... What do you all struggle with?

Too often, we find every excuse NOT to take a break. If this is you, think about why. What are real reasons that are insurmountable, and which are for reasons you actually can change?

I'm offering two coaching packages. One will allow for weekly phone/Teams calls along with email support to follow up. The other will be email only - where email discussions are bi-weekly, answered within 24 hours, and available for you on your busy or irregular schedule! Choose a package that works best for your care needs. Both are personalized just for you! See the Classroom for more details.