The Cancer Caregiver
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Improving Quality of Life and the Importance of Palliative Care with Carol Bush
The Cancer Caregiver
11/02/23 • 23 min
In today's episode, we continue our conversation with Carol Bush, a passionate advocate for palliative care. Host Charlotte Bayala dives deeper into the topic, addressing the common issue of many people being unaware of palliative care and how to advocate for it for their loved ones. They discuss the importance of asking for palliative care at any stage of a medical journey, whether it's before a procedure or while facing unknown symptoms. Together, they highlight how palliative care focuses on improving quality of life for both the patient and their caregivers.
Tune in to this enlightening episode as we explore the significance of palliative care and the impact it can have on the caregiving journey. Find the links mentioned on the transcript page at https://www.loveyourcaregivinglife.com
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Caregiver Connection Podcast
The Cancer Caregiver
03/20/20 • 6 min
Get to know Charlotte and her experiences as a Caregiver for her husband, who has thyroid cancer. In this episode, you will get a little background information and what you can expect from the podcast.
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January Reset: Navigating Caregiving Life After the Holiday Season
The Cancer Caregiver
01/04/24 • 15 min
Congratulations, you made it through the holiday season. Now you're left with cleaning up and settling into the new year. This week may be even more difficult than the last month because now everything has quieted down and you're left with a holiday hangover. Just trying to figure out how to actually settle into your caregiving life again. Let's talk about your caregiving life after the holidays, join Charlotte Bayala and Roberta Schneider. As they talk together about how caregivers can adjust to life after the holidays are over.
Find the transcript at https://www.loveyourcaregivinglife.com
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From Oncology Waiting Rooms to Self-Care: A Caregiver's Year in Review
The Cancer Caregiver
01/11/24 • 14 min
Welcome to Love Your Caregiving Life, the podcast that understands the challenges and triumphs of being a caregiver. In this episode, host Charlotte Bayala takes us on a raw and emotional journey through her experience as a caregiver for her husband who is battling cancer.
She reflects on the intense emotional rollercoaster of waiting in the oncologist's office, and how that moment led her to evaluate her own caregiving and self-care. Charlotte shares her realization that caregivers often neglect their own needs while focusing solely on their loved ones, and she challenges herself and her listeners to prioritize self-care in the midst of caregiving.
With empathy and understanding, Charlotte offers a roadmap for caregivers to prioritize their well-being throughout the year, and she extends a supportive invitation for listeners to join her in this transformative journey. Tune in and embrace the opportunity to love your caregiving life.
Find ways to take 5 minute breaks from caregiving here
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The Wish That Was Never for Me: A Cancer Caregiver's Wake-Up Call
The Cancer Caregiver
04/22/25 • 11 min
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When was the last time you made a wish, for yourself?
In this intimate and powerful episode, Charlotte takes us through a quiet moment that sparked a life-altering realization: she hadn't wished for herself in years.
Join her as she explores how caregivers often lose themselves in the act of giving, and what it means to reclaim your own hope, your own care, and, yes, even your own wishes.
This is more than a reflection, it’s an invitation to rediscover yourself.
Holidays Are Overwhelming—Here’s How to Take Back Control!
The Cancer Caregiver
12/10/24 • 17 min
The holidays can feel magical—or completely overwhelming, especially for cancer caregivers.
In this episode, we dive into the real struggles of balancing caregiving, traditions, and expectations during the festive season. Learn simple strategies to set boundaries, manage emotional overwhelm, and rediscover small moments of joy.
Plus, I’ll share a quick breathing technique that can instantly help you feel grounded. Whether you love the holidays or dread them, this episode will help you make them work for YOU.
Find the Scanxiety Toolkit at www.cancercaregiverpdocast.com/tools
Just F*cking Breathe: Mantra Meditation
The Cancer Caregiver
12/31/24 • 6 min
This mantra meditation helps you focus and feel calm by repeating a word or phrase, called a mantra, over and over. Saying the mantra keeps your mind from wandering and helps you feel more relaxed and peaceful. This practice can reduce stress, improve concentration, and boost positive feelings.
Download the free Scanxiety toolkit at : https://www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/tools
Duration: 5 minutes
Level: Everyone
Focus: Mantra Meditation - I AM
Episode Tie In: "The #1 Way to Handle Unsolicited Cancer Advice This Holiday Season!" The Cancer Caregiver Podcast
Caregiver Conversation with Kayla Estenson Williams
The Cancer Caregiver
06/03/21 • 49 min
Deep down there is a little part of you that knows you need therapy.
If you are a caregiver you can find a million reasons why you don't have the time/can't go.
This episode is for everyone who wants to know...
What happens in that first therapy session
How therapy is different than a FB Group or an App.
How to navigate the fear of being judged by friends and family.
The benefits of therapy for caregivers.
How therapy can help you become a more effective caregiver.
Learning how to set boundaries.
Listen to my conversation with Kayla Estenson Williams (@kaylaestensonwellness), Minnesota based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist here, and find the links Kayla mentions in the show notes below!
Show Notes
2:30 How to know if therapy is right for you.
3:11 Benefits of Therapy.
4:00 Reasons therapy is beneficial for caregivers
4:25 Expectations for your first therapy session.
7:30 Vulnerability and feeling uncomfortable is ok.
8:41 Worries about being judged by family and friends
10:00 The Therapist has a plan. No need to worry about having things to talk about.
11:30 Finding a therapist you’re comfortable with.
14:40 Making the decision to finally go to therapy.
15:15 The difference between therapy and Facebook groups and phone apps.
23:00 Your own personal cheerleader.
24:00 Knowing you need therapy but living around people who stigmatize therapy.
25:00 Honoring your needs and processing boundaries with your therapist.
28:00 Therapy is more that talk. The tools and skills you can learn with your therapist.
30:00 How therapy can help you become a more effective caregiver.
33:00 Problem solving and processing emotions.
36:00 Therapy is what you need for it to be.
38:03 You don’t need to know what you need help with when you go to therapy. Your therapist will help you figure that out.
39:36 Crying
40:00 Therapy is there for YOU.
42:19 Things to think of if you are still hesitating.
44:00How to find a therapist. Links mentioned.
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
Therapy Den: https://www.therapyden.com/
Open Path Collective: https://openpathcollective.org/
46:00 Charlotte relates her experiences with therapy.
48:00 Realizing, once you go to therapy, that you should have started a long time ago.
Find Kayla :
www.facebook.com/kaylaestensonwellness/
www.instagram.com/kaylaestensonwellness/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kayla-estenson-wellness-podcast/id1488846404
Scanxiety Pt. 1
The Cancer Caregiver
07/23/20 • 9 min
My husband has his six month check up this week? How do you feel in the days leading up to these appointments? What do you do to cope? There is always so much anxiety coming into the week of an appointment.
Listen to today’s episode to find out what we do to prepare for his day of thyroid cancer scans and doctors appointments at Mayo Clinic.
Find more information and support at www.caregiverconnectionpodcast.com
Transforming Your Mornings: How Small Rituals Can Bring Big Joy to Your Day
The Cancer Caregiver
05/18/23 • 8 min
Are you tired of starting your caregiving day feeling stressed and overwhelmed?
It's time for a change!
Join us in this episode to learn how to transform your morning routine into a calming ritual that sets the tone for a positive day ahead.
From simple habits to powerful affirmations, we've got you covered. Let's start your day off right!
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Cancer Caregiver have?
The Cancer Caregiver currently has 275 episodes available.
What topics does The Cancer Caregiver cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Cancer, Personal Journals, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Selfcare.
What is the most popular episode on The Cancer Caregiver?
The episode title 'Improving Quality of Life and the Importance of Palliative Care with Carol Bush' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Cancer Caregiver?
The average episode length on The Cancer Caregiver is 14 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Cancer Caregiver released?
Episodes of The Cancer Caregiver are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Cancer Caregiver?
The first episode of The Cancer Caregiver was released on Mar 20, 2020.
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