Thriving while balancing work, life, and caregiving.
(And That’s Not Selfish—It’s Necessary) According to research from the AARP and National Alliance on Caregiving, over 60% of family caregivers report moderate to high emotional stress. But here’s what caught my attention: studies show that one of the key factors of caregiver burnout is “neglect or abuse of self.”…
The notifications started before 7 AM. The water heater at your parents’ house is broken and leaking. Your teenager forgot to mention she needs a ride to school early for a club trip. The dog looks sick. Your boss just moved up the deadline. And somewhere in the middle of…
It’s the Saturday after Thanksgiving and I am exhausted. I’ve been battling a stubborn cold for two weeks. My live-in mom with dementia is in the middle of the same virus. My spouse is traveling. My kids are joyfully calling for Christmas decorating to begin, and all I can think…
