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What do you wish would change and how to get unstuck?

What do you wish would change and how to get unstuck?

What do you wish would change and how to get unstuck? As caregivers I know you have a list of...
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Top Question I Am Asked By Caregivers

Top Question I Am Asked By Caregivers

Almost all caregivers who are taking care of a close family member long term have asked me the same question....
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What stage of caregiving are you in?

What stage of caregiving are you in?

Caregiving, like relationships, often go through stages or seasons. Often when caregivers start their journey there is typically some eagerness,...
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The door was locked today

The door was locked today

I missed my yoga class today. I was one minute late and the door was locked. I threw a fit...
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You can’t always wait for the storm to pass but you can learn how to dance in the rain.

You can’t always wait for the storm to pass but you can learn how to dance in the rain.

Caregiver - what do you REALLY want? Are you scrolling right now (of course you are or you would not...
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As a caregiver what if you had the answers??

As a caregiver what if you had the answers??

As a caregiver what if you had the answer?? Have you ever noticed when you think you know the answer or...
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Caregivers – do you dream of having a life and taking good care of your loved one at the same time?

Caregivers – do you dream of having a life and taking good care of your loved one at the same time?

My clients tell me they can’t do both, but I disagree. My clients feel often trapped - like they can...
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Caregiver – do you fear for your’s or your loved one’s future?

Caregiver – do you fear for your’s or your loved one’s future?

Most caregivers do.  You didn’t sign up for this. It has been a roller coaster: most days are unpredictable. That...
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What can you ignore to get stronger?

What can you ignore to get stronger?

Caregiver - What will you choose to ignore today that will make you stronger? When your loved one that you...
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I forgot I was human this weekend…

I forgot I was human this weekend…

I found myself thinking, “I have so much to be grateful for, I’m not allowed to be stressed.” Whaaaaat does...
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Maybe you need to read this today…

Maybe you need to read this today…

I was on a run today, a very slow run.  I felt tired before I started. I came across a...
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Caregivers: Permission for B- caregiving

Caregivers: Permission for B- caregiving

It’s ok to get a B-, I encourage it!  Does this sound crazy? To some of my caregivers I promise...
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Caregiver Lesson of the Day

Caregiver Lesson of the Day

Caregiver Lesson of the DayHave you heard the expression,  “We teach what we need to learn”?  I find myself in...
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#1 Caregiver complaint – There is no time for me!!

#1 Caregiver complaint – There is no time for me!!

#1 Caregiver complaint - There is no time for me!Clients who are caring for their loved ones with long term...
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Missing during COVID: HUGS!

Missing during COVID: HUGS!

A client reminded me that a year ago she lost her partner - in the beginning of the COVID lockdown....
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Caregiver – when something goes unplanned do you have your own back or dive into a cereal box?

Caregiver – when something goes unplanned do you have your own back or dive into a cereal box?

Last night I was on a family Zoom. We were trying a family book club for the first time. It...
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Are you a caregiver with SAD?

Are you a caregiver with SAD?

Dear Caregiver, It’s the middle of winter. Storms have reeked havoc across the country. Tonight, Denver has a winter weather...
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Caregiver – what unspoken rules are you carrying around?

Caregiver – what unspoken rules are you carrying around?

Caregiver - what unspoken rules are you carrying around?I often hear, “I can’t leave, I have to take care of...
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Why Caregivers (And Everyone) Need a Life Coach!!!

Why Caregivers (And Everyone) Need a Life Coach!!!

Why coaching? Our brains like to keep us in our comfort zone even if we are miserable. That way, our...
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Caregiver – Let’s find compassion for YOU today!

Caregiver – Let’s find compassion for YOU today!

What if the most courageous thing you could do for you, is to give yourself a PAUSE? To show grace...
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