S1 E5 - Why do Caregivers Have a Hard Time Asking for Help?
07/22/21 • 30 min
In this episode: Importance of asking for help, key mental shifts to thrive as a caregiver
If you are a caregiver who once thought they could do it all, this episode is for you! On this occasion we discussed why caregivers don’t ask for help and what are the consequences of that attitude.
Our guest Suzanne White talks about how trying to do everything perfectly when she became a primary caregiver for her mother turned out to be a perfect recipe for a burnout.
She outlined the approach that helped her change the status quo. In her ebook ‘The Caregiver’s Little Guide to survival’ she outlines specific strategies to help people navigate caregiving and thrive.
During our discussion we highlighted an important mental shift that you as a caregiver need to make in order to thrive and various tips on how to top up your emotional bank account.
Last, Evan shared a comprehensive healthy eating resource to help you maintain your kidney health which includes nutrients info, cooking & shopping guides.
Recommended Resources:
- The Caregiver’s Little Guide to Survival by Suzanne White
- Caregiver Warrior - Suzanne White professional profile
- Gimme a Break - a nonprofit providing self-care education and resources for caregivers
- Caregiver Health Club (formerly ChillTime TV) - The leading wellness program for caregivers with pre and type-2 diabetes. Get your sugar under control, lower your A1C levels, reduce medications, lose weight, and feel great again.
- Kidney Kitchen - a healthy eating resource to maintain kidney health
Hosts:
- Evan Kharrazi - founder of Caregiver Health Club, certified caregiver nutrition coach, and ambassador at the American Kidney Fund
- Savy Makalena - founder of Gimme a Break and Givers Guides
Guest:
- Suzanne White - caregiver warrior on a mission to help others survive the caregiving journey with grace and empowerment
Connect with the Caring Caregiver Show:
- Facebook Page: Caring Caregiver Show with Evan & Savy
- Instagram: caringcaregivershow
- Website: www.caringcaregivershow.com
- Facebook Group: Click Here to Join
In this episode: Importance of asking for help, key mental shifts to thrive as a caregiver
If you are a caregiver who once thought they could do it all, this episode is for you! On this occasion we discussed why caregivers don’t ask for help and what are the consequences of that attitude.
Our guest Suzanne White talks about how trying to do everything perfectly when she became a primary caregiver for her mother turned out to be a perfect recipe for a burnout.
She outlined the approach that helped her change the status quo. In her ebook ‘The Caregiver’s Little Guide to survival’ she outlines specific strategies to help people navigate caregiving and thrive.
During our discussion we highlighted an important mental shift that you as a caregiver need to make in order to thrive and various tips on how to top up your emotional bank account.
Last, Evan shared a comprehensive healthy eating resource to help you maintain your kidney health which includes nutrients info, cooking & shopping guides.
Recommended Resources:
- The Caregiver’s Little Guide to Survival by Suzanne White
- Caregiver Warrior - Suzanne White professional profile
- Gimme a Break - a nonprofit providing self-care education and resources for caregivers
- Caregiver Health Club (formerly ChillTime TV) - The leading wellness program for caregivers with pre and type-2 diabetes. Get your sugar under control, lower your A1C levels, reduce medications, lose weight, and feel great again.
- Kidney Kitchen - a healthy eating resource to maintain kidney health
Hosts:
- Evan Kharrazi - founder of Caregiver Health Club, certified caregiver nutrition coach, and ambassador at the American Kidney Fund
- Savy Makalena - founder of Gimme a Break and Givers Guides
Guest:
- Suzanne White - caregiver warrior on a mission to help others survive the caregiving journey with grace and empowerment
Connect with the Caring Caregiver Show:
- Facebook Page: Caring Caregiver Show with Evan & Savy
- Instagram: caringcaregivershow
- Website: www.caringcaregivershow.com
- Facebook Group: Click Here to Join
Previous Episode
S1 E4 - You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup: How to Relieve Chronic Stress from Caregiving
In this episode: Dangers of chronic stress, a generous donation to The Alzheimer's Association, self-care advice and resources for caregivers from Cindy Brockway
If you feel overwhelmed and suffer from chronic stress that leads you to skip meals, eat more junk food, lose or gain weight it’s time to take action. In this episode we mention specific resources that can help you achieve a positive change through mindful movement and balanced nutrition.
Charitable organizations rely on people’s generosity now more than ever. In this episode mention a generous donor who contributed to the Greater Ohio Area chapter of The Alzheimer's Association.
Our guest Cindy Brockway explains her mission to empower caregivers to break out of a lifestyle driven by duty, drill and perfectionism. Cindy’s AHA moment came in 2015 after being a caregiver and special education teacher for over 30 years. She ended up on medical leave because her lifestyle emotionally and physically depleted her. Following unsuccessful medical intervention she did a lot of research on natural solutions for health and wellness and the rest is history. Today Cindy is a courage coach for caregivers helping clients who feel lost in their caregiving role, author and designer.
Last but not least, we shared a kidney health tip regarding over the counter pills and their potential to cause kidney failure.
Recommended Resources:
- Cindy Brockway - a renewal wellness company providing caregivers courageous and tenacious self-care guidance
- Essentials for Peace and Balance - a private Facebook group focusing on complexities of human nature, our behaviors and the necessity of a healthy, FUNctional life
- Getting Unlocked - a social change company aimed at rewiring our collective consciousness to embrace differences
- Pine Branch Designs - Consultant and Artist for Natural Health and Wellness Solutions
- Caregiver Health Club (formerly ChillTime TV) - The leading wellness program for caregivers with pre and type-2 diabetes. Get your sugar under control, lower your A1C levels, reduce medications, lose weight, and feel great again.
- Gimme a Break - a nonprofit providing self-care education and resources for caregivers
- Caring LIVE with Evan & Savy - join our Facebook group including all podcast episodes
Special Offer:
- Get Cindy’s mini course ‘Your path to renewal’ (RRP $197) including an ebook + four training videos and call with her and Specific Solutions consult call FREE of charge. Exclusive to the Caring podcast listeners
Hosts:
- Evan Kharrazi - founder of Caregiver Health Club, certified caregiver nutrition coach, and ambassador at the American Kidney Fund
- Savy Makalena - founder of Gimme a Break and Givers Guides
Guest:
- Cindy Brockway - courage coach, author, designer, special needs educator
Connect with the Caring Caregiver Show:
- Facebook Page: Caring Caregiver Show with Evan & Savy
- Instagram: caringcaregivershow
- Website: www.caringcaregivershow.com
- Facebook Group: Click Here to Join
Next Episode
S1 E6 - It’s Time to Recognize the Real Value of Caregiving
In this episode: Why caregiving is still considered a low status profession, guidance and resources for caregivers in veteran families
In this episode we discussed the findings of the report by Global Coalition on Aging and Home Instead about the persistent perception of caregiving, the contributing factors and steps that need to be taken in order to improve the status quo.
Our guest Vera Cabais talked about the challenges she experienced as a caregiver of a wartime veteran. Having spent over 27 years researching and navigating the VA process she decided to pass that knowledge on and help others in a similar position.
Nowadays, Vera runs Veteran Assistance Group, an organization which helps caregivers in veteran families get paid for the valuable work they do and discover an array of resources and funding they are entitled to. In addition, she also provides work opportunities in care to people in the local community.
Evan shared another useful kidney care tip and how to apply it in your meal prep.
Recommended Resources:
- Veteran Assistance Group - organization supporting caregivers in veteran families
- Gimme a Break - a nonprofit providing self-care education and resources for caregivers
- Caregiver Health Club (formerly ChillTime TV) - The leading wellness program for caregivers with pre and type-2 diabetes. Get your sugar under control, lower your A1C levels, reduce medications, lose weight, and feel great again.
Hosts:
- Evan Kharrazi - founder of Caregiver Health Club, certified caregiver nutrition coach, and ambassador at the American Kidney Fund
- Savy Makalena - founder of Gimme a Break and Givers Guides
Guest:
- Vera Cabais - founder of Veteran Assistance Group
Connect with the Caring Caregiver Show:
- Facebook Page: Caring Caregiver Show with Evan & Savy
- Instagram: caringcaregivershow
- Website: www.caringcaregivershow.com
- Facebook Group: Click Here to Join
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