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Are you Feeling Overwhelmed as a Caregiver?
Life is full of unexpected turns, and for many families, navigating a significant health event can be one of the most challenging journeys they face.
Endurance Evolved: Applying Athletic Strategies to the Caregiving Journey
For athletes, endurance is crucial for reaching goals and pushing limits, involving mental resilience, energy management, and overcoming fears. As a triathlete and ultra runner, I learned to pace myself and endure through challenging competitions. Similarly, caregivers must demonstrate endurance by providing consistent, compassionate care amidst emotional, logistical, and physical challenges. Both athletes and caregivers develop strategies to maintain their energy and well-being over the long term.
Life's GPS Blog
Is Your Caregiving Wetsuit Holding You Back?
Caregiving is a journey that requires strength, resilience, and adaptability. But over time, it can also become overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. Many caregivers push forward, ignoring the toll it takes, thinking that’s just part of the role. But what if the very habits we rely on to protect us are actually holding us back?
To better understand this, imagine wearing a wetsuit.
What Is a Wetsuit and Why Does It Matter?
For those unfamiliar, a wetsuit is a thick, protective suit worn in water sports, designed to keep the wearer warm and insulated while allowing movement. It helps swimmers, divers, and surfers stay comfortable in cold water by trapping a thin layer of water against the skin, which warms up from body heat.
Now, think of this wetsuit as a metaphor for caregiving..... (read more)
The Weathered Athlete Podcast
Endurance Strategies for Caregiver Empowerment
The Weathered Athlete Podcast has modified its mission to be a go-to source of inspiration and practical advice for family caregivers who feel like they're running an ultra-endurance race without the fanfare or a clear finish line. Hosted by seasoned endurance athletes and caregiving experts, this podcast delves into the unique challenges faced by caregivers, drawing parallels with the mental and physical resilience required in endurance sports. Available on all Podcast platforms.
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