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7 Questions To Ask When Nothing Seems To Be Working In Your Caregiver Life
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In this episode, I share what to do when it feels like nothing is working in your caregiver life because these times are tough when you are the primary caregiver and feel alone and like you're the only one dealing with hard times. I share my approach that helps me and my clients navigate the tough times and come out stronger on the other side. I share my step-by-step process (which includes 7 questions to ask yourself) for assessing the stressful situation and creating a focused and intentional plan to move forward. All along the way we also check in with your mental health to ensure that you're taking care of yourself as well as your loved done.
Takeaways: You are not alone in experiencing challenges in your caregiver life. Caregiving is hard and it will have it's ups and downs. Stop being so hard on yourself. You are doing the best you can. So grant yourself grace. Assess the situation by pausing, checking in on yourself and identifying your stress. Focus on what you can control and take intentional action. find accountability and support to focus and navigate your tough seasons. Remember the lessons learned from tough seasons for future challenges and to become a better you.
Blog Post: Question To Check In With Yourself - https://www.cathylvan.com/blog/201
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Follow me by clicking on the links below:
- ➡️ Get my free resource: 17 SHIFTS TO RECUDE CAREGIVER STRESS & SAY GOOD-BYE TO CAREGIVER BURNOUT
- If you're interested in 1:1 Coaching ➡️ schedule a 30 minute FREE chat
- CONNECT WITH CATHY ON INSTAGRAM @cathylynnvan for daily tips and inspiration
Chapters
1. Navigating Caregiver Stress and Overwhelm (00:00:00)
2. Navigating Stress and Caregiving Challenges (00:15:20)
3. Identifying and Addressing Stressors (00:24:38)
4. Managing Stress as a Caregiver (00:36:39)
5. Navigating Caregiving Stress and Support (00:46:00)
229 episodes
Manage episode 401907463 series 2873844
In this episode, I share what to do when it feels like nothing is working in your caregiver life because these times are tough when you are the primary caregiver and feel alone and like you're the only one dealing with hard times. I share my approach that helps me and my clients navigate the tough times and come out stronger on the other side. I share my step-by-step process (which includes 7 questions to ask yourself) for assessing the stressful situation and creating a focused and intentional plan to move forward. All along the way we also check in with your mental health to ensure that you're taking care of yourself as well as your loved done.
Takeaways: You are not alone in experiencing challenges in your caregiver life. Caregiving is hard and it will have it's ups and downs. Stop being so hard on yourself. You are doing the best you can. So grant yourself grace. Assess the situation by pausing, checking in on yourself and identifying your stress. Focus on what you can control and take intentional action. find accountability and support to focus and navigate your tough seasons. Remember the lessons learned from tough seasons for future challenges and to become a better you.
Blog Post: Question To Check In With Yourself - https://www.cathylvan.com/blog/201
Subscribe to our weekly newsletter.
Thank you for listening. If you know of another caregiver who could benefit from this podcast, please copy and share this episode.
Follow me by clicking on the links below:
- ➡️ Get my free resource: 17 SHIFTS TO RECUDE CAREGIVER STRESS & SAY GOOD-BYE TO CAREGIVER BURNOUT
- If you're interested in 1:1 Coaching ➡️ schedule a 30 minute FREE chat
- CONNECT WITH CATHY ON INSTAGRAM @cathylynnvan for daily tips and inspiration
Chapters
1. Navigating Caregiver Stress and Overwhelm (00:00:00)
2. Navigating Stress and Caregiving Challenges (00:15:20)
3. Identifying and Addressing Stressors (00:24:38)
4. Managing Stress as a Caregiver (00:36:39)
5. Navigating Caregiving Stress and Support (00:46:00)
229 episodes
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