From Oncology Waiting Rooms to Self-Care: A Caregiver's Year in Review
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01/11/24 • 14 min
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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
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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Find ways to take 5 minute breaks from caregiving here
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