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Launching a Business While Caregiving

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If you read this title and have an adverse visceral reaction, I get it. Please read on before deciding that this is yet another example of toxic positivity. I am not suggesting that, as a caregiver, you have the time, energy, or motivation to embark on an entrepreneurial expedition. Actually, that is exactly what I […] The post Launching a Business While Caregiving appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving.

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Release Caregiver Frustration with Forgiveness

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Within our caregiving ecosystem, opportunities to forgive frequently appear. There are likely people who let us down by not showing up. Then, some may have said things that felt insensitive, maybe said or done something hurtful without any idea of the slight. There may even be some folks who were more direct with an insult … Release Caregiver Frustration with Forgiveness Read More » The post Release Caregiver Frustration with Forgiveness appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving.

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Reframe Caregiver Stress

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When we feel like we are drowning from caregiving’s constant stressors, the overwhelm can cause us to sink into the depths of despair. Our situation can feel hopeless, and we can feel helpless. We may harbor an expectation that we should be happy, and the shock of immense, uncomfortable, negative emotions can catch us off … Reframe Caregiver Stress Read More » The post Reframe Caregiver Stress appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving.

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Caregiver Self-Care: How to Release Worries and Stress Less

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A sign of caregiver stress is not being able to escape the worries. Worries flow through our caregiver river, creating unexpected waterfalls and intense rapids that sweep us away. Caregiving worries keep us up at night, disrupt our day, and wreak havoc with our well-being. The 12th Sustainable Caregiving Strategy that supports caregiver self-care is … Caregiver Self-Care: How to Release Worries and Stress Less Read More » The post Caregiver Self-Care: How to Release Worries and Stress Less

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Journaling the Caregiving Journey

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Journaling is a way to process the complexities of caregiving, the turbulent emotions, the fear, and the confusion. Processing leads to a better understanding of what is going on behind the scenes. This insight can lead to a brighter outlook. Journaling thoughts and exploring them with curiosity and objectivity can be therapeutic. Our journal becomes … Journaling the Caregiving Journey Read More » The post Journaling the Caregiving Journey appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving™.

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How to Accept Help as a Caregiver

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Caring for a family member can be both rewarding and challenging, but it’s essential to recognize when we need help and not hesitate to ask for it. Caregivers face turbulent emotions such as guilt, grief, and feelings of inadequacy. We often find ourselves overwhelmed, trying to manage everything alone, and before we know it, we’re … How to Accept Help as a Caregiver Read More » The post How to Accept Help as a Caregiver appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving™.

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Caregiver Employee Empowerment

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Are you an employee who feels unsupported in the workplace as a caregiver? Are you an employer who would like to support the caregivers on your team? You may be wondering why caregiver empowerment is essential. Family caregiving responsibilities can be demanding and time-consuming. Supporting family caregivers in the workplace can positively impact their overall … Caregiver Employee Empowerment Read More » The post Caregiver Employee Empowerment appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving™.

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