The Power of Sharegiving: Transforming Caregiving Together | 001
10/02/24 • 10 min
When I stepped into caregiving, it completely turned my life upside down after an unexpected crisis demanded I take action. This journey exposed me to the harsh realities many face—balancing emotional stress with the whirlwind of unforeseen responsibilities.
I want to introduce you to the concept of 'sharegiving,' a strategy to distribute the caregiving load within a community. With over 55 million unpaid caregivers in the U.S., I want to shed light on the immense, often unseen work they do, valued at over $600 billion. But this isn't just about numbers; it's about real people facing real challenges. My story is a heartfelt call to transform caregiving from a solitary struggle to a collective mission, ensuring that caring for a loved one doesn't mean losing oneself.
I invite you to join me in rethinking caregiving, aiming for a journey that’s about smart management, not just more sacrifice.
About Me:
I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.
Connect with Me:
https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/
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When I stepped into caregiving, it completely turned my life upside down after an unexpected crisis demanded I take action. This journey exposed me to the harsh realities many face—balancing emotional stress with the whirlwind of unforeseen responsibilities.
I want to introduce you to the concept of 'sharegiving,' a strategy to distribute the caregiving load within a community. With over 55 million unpaid caregivers in the U.S., I want to shed light on the immense, often unseen work they do, valued at over $600 billion. But this isn't just about numbers; it's about real people facing real challenges. My story is a heartfelt call to transform caregiving from a solitary struggle to a collective mission, ensuring that caring for a loved one doesn't mean losing oneself.
I invite you to join me in rethinking caregiving, aiming for a journey that’s about smart management, not just more sacrifice.
About Me:
I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.
Connect with Me:
https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/
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Welcome to the Sharegiving Secret
Join host, Deborah Greenhut, Ph.D. as she shares her goal to help family caregivers survive and thrive. She's been a caregiver herself and wants to share mindsets and resources to prevent burnout.
The key is "sharegiving" - getting others involved to manage caregiving demands, instead of just doing it all yourself. Deborah aims to build a supportive community where caregivers can connect, share solutions, and support each other.
If you're a caregiver, check out new episodes of the podcast on its official launch date, Oct 2, 2024.
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When caregiving called, I didn't expect it to overhaul my life. But here I am, sharing my journey and the lessons I've learnt. I see caregiving as a labor of love, but it's crucial to manage it wisely to prevent overwhelming yourself.
Today, I share stories about the power of saying 'no' to preserve family relationships and your own well-being. I encountered a young woman, a student, who juggled her education with caregiving, forced to reduce her course load because of her demanding family schedule. We explored solutions, like involving other relatives which could free her time without damaging those precious family ties. This isn't just about juggling responsibilities but also about maintaining your mental, physical, and financial health, which are often sacrificed on the altar of caregiving. Remember, caregiving isn't a journey to be traveled alone; it's about creating a supportive community that can share the load, making the caregiver's role sustainable and fulfilling.
About Me:
I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.
Connect with Me:
https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/
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The Sharegiving Secret: How to Survive Family Caregiving - The Power of Sharegiving: Transforming Caregiving Together | 001
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Hello. I'm launching this podcast with a bit of background about my caregiving experiences to help you understand where I'm going with the idea of sharegiving. By that made up word, I mean sharing the caregiving, and that's more than a two way street. Caregiving begins somewhere, whether it's a subtle, fateful tap on the shoulder or a thunderclap of a telephone call that changes your world forever. I imagine now it could begin as a text me
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