Caregiving, like relationships, often go through stages or seasons. Often when caregivers start their journey there is typically some eagerness, enthusiasm, an attitude of wanting to help and or to…
I missed my yoga class today. I was one minute late and the door was locked. I threw a fit on the inside, knocked on the window to no one,…
Caregiver - what do you REALLY want? Are you scrolling right now (of course you are or you would not see this), binging on netflix, eating some Ben and Jerry’s,…
As a caregiver what if you had the answer?? Have you ever noticed when you think you know the answer or how to do something you often end up stuck? Or…
My clients tell me they can’t do both, but I disagree. My clients feel often trapped - like they can never leave home. Some caregivers also tell me they would…
Most caregivers do. You didn’t sign up for this. It has been a roller coaster: most days are unpredictable. That can be scary. When we are afraid it is hard…
Caregiver - What will you choose to ignore today that will make you stronger? When your loved one that you are trying to help says or does something unsavory, how…
I found myself thinking, “I have so much to be grateful for, I’m not allowed to be stressed.” Whaaaaat does that even mean?? I am human, we are human - …
I was on a run today, a very slow run. I felt tired before I started. I came across a very tired looking daffodil after a spring snow in Colorado. …
It’s ok to get a B-, I encourage it! Does this sound crazy? To some of my caregivers I promise it does. We live in a world of perfection. We…