May 6, 2023

Episode 20: When 'You're So Strong' Isn't Enough: Coping with Caregiver Stress

Episode 20: When 'You're So Strong' Isn't Enough: Coping with Caregiver Stress

<p>In this episode, I delve into the emotional toll of caregiving and the stress it can cause for those who take on this vital role. I share my personal experience of supporting my mother through illness and the difficulties I faced along the way, including the pressure to be strong and its impact on me. I also examine the stigma surrounding caregiver stress. The societal expectations placed on women to have a natural instinct for mothering and the additional burden this can create. Tune in to hear an honest and heartfelt story about the challenges and rewards of caregiving as both a mother and a daughter, and the need for more understanding and resources for caregivers everywhere. </p><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2084562" target="_blank">Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!</a> <br />Start for FREE<br /><br />Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2103488/support" rel="payment">Support the show</a><p>#IAMSAHRABULLE<br />#AlzheimersAwareness<br /> #CulturalTraditions <br />#HealthAndCulture <br />#DifficultChoices<br /> #Resilience <br />#CompassionateCare <br />#MedicalChallenges<br /> #Hospitalization <br />#PersonalDecisions<br /> #CursedFinger<br /> #Strength <br />#Support <br />#Healthcare <br /> #FamilyCaregiving <br /> #PatientAdvocacy <br />Do not forget to follow, listen, like, and share. </p>

In this episode, I delve into the emotional toll of caregiving and the stress it can cause for those who take on this vital role. I share my personal experience of supporting my mother through illness and the difficulties I faced along the way, including the pressure to be strong and its impact on me. I also examine the stigma surrounding caregiver stress. The societal expectations placed on women to have a natural instinct for mothering and the additional burden this can create. Tune in to hear an honest and heartfelt story about the challenges and rewards of caregiving as both a mother and a daughter, and the need for more understanding and resources for caregivers everywhere. 

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