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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast

The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast

Iryna Ishchenko

Are you wondering if you can survive taking care of your aging parents with dementia? Everywhere you look there are explanations about what happens in the mind of a person with different forms of dementia (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Lewy Body, vascular, and many others) and how to meet their needs in this season of their lives. Master Coach Iryna Ishchenko talks openly, honestly, and occasionally provocatively about you, the caregiver, whose needs are not met because you give all of yourself to meet the needs of others, and what happens in your mind. This podcast is about you and what it takes to take care of yourself to be able to take care of your family members with dementia and how to thrive in your caregiving journey, even if you think you can’t survive it.
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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #10: Being Mortal: Quality vs. Quantity of Life

#10: Being Mortal: Quality vs. Quantity of Life

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04/21/23 • 13 min

I love to read and I read a lot. Each 10th episode I am going to share with you my notes and thoughts about the books I read and how it relates to caregiving.
In this episode I talk about Atul Gawande's book "Being Mortal" and share my thoughts and concerns and a little bit of what my family is going through at the time of the recording of this episode.
Enjoy!

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #38: Farewell to 2023

#38: Farewell to 2023

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12/30/23 • 16 min

Before setting your New Year resolutions, plans, and goals I invite you to close the year we are leaving behind.
In this episode, I share my process of closing the year and the questions I ask myself to review it.
I also share my answers to some of those questions so you'll see my life behind this podcast.
The Boys in the Boat movie trailer.
Fragments of Time by Daft Punk (from Random Access Memories album)

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #21: Where to find the time to sleep?

#21: Where to find the time to sleep?

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07/21/23 • 14 min

In this episode, we dive into the importance of prioritizing sleep and setting boundaries to ensure caregivers can take care of themselves. From treating sleep as a non-negotiable appointment to managing time effectively with calendars and planners, we explore practical strategies for rest and well-being.
Do you want more detailed training on managing your time as a caregiver? Sign up for the waitlist to be notified first when the masterclass is offered.

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #19: How to ask for help: my step-by step process
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07/08/23 • 13 min

If you want to survive as a caregiver, you need help.
No matter what your reasons not to ask for help are, you can't do it alone and you should not.
In this episode, I share my step-by-step process of how to ask for help, even if it's hard for you to do.
You can download a workbook with the examples and the links I mentioned in the episode here.

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #9: How taking care of your parent is different than taking care of your child
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04/14/23 • 10 min

Have you ever wondered why taking care of little children and taking care of aging parents with dementia feel so different?
In the previous episode I shared my story of how I was a caregiver to my mother who had terminal-stage cancer and dementia while being a solo parent of a baby.
It seems like I was doing similar things - feedings, appointments, diapers, and dealing with the impulsive outbursts of two human beings around me. But the experience of being my mother's caregiver turned out to be traumatic, not the experience of being a mother myself.

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #2: One thing that changes everything

#2: One thing that changes everything

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02/18/23 • 9 min

What is that one thought that can completely change your caregiving experience?
In this episode I discuss a simple shift from a powerless victim to a powerful creator of your life.

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #40: How I processed my shame

#40: How I processed my shame

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01/26/24 • 12 min

In this episode, I walk you through my processing of shame in a recent situation in my life.
If you have ever been confused about processing emotions you hear about all the time, this episode is for you!

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #39: How to plan your next year when you can't plan anything
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01/05/24 • 13 min

You can plan your life even if every day of it is unpredictable, at least at this season of it.
In this episode, I will guide you through my planning process to set the intention for what this new year is going to be and how to use this intention as a guide in your decision making.
I also share my word for the year 2024.
If you missed the previous episode, you can find it here.
Use this link to schedule a free consultation call to see what we can create in your life in 2024.

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #37: How to calm down when you are stressed.

#37: How to calm down when you are stressed.

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12/22/23 • 9 min

In this episode, I share five of my favorite easy tools to calm down when stressed and overwhelmed.
You can do them all or choose one at a time to try.
And send me a message telling what works best for you!

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

bookmark
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The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast - #33: How to take care of yourself during the holiday season
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11/25/23 • 10 min

Holidays can be hard for caregivers because nothing is the same and there seems to be no joy available.
In this episode, I talk about the challenges the caregivers face during the holiday season and how to overcome them.
The episode about why feeling bad is a good that I mentioned can be found here.

If you feel your life got put on hold, I have a list of 10 essential things for caregivers to remember to get your life back. Download and print them to keep in front of you as a daily reminder.
If you like what you are hearing on this podcast and you are interested in learning more about thriving as a caregiver I would love to talk to you. I work with clients both in a group setting and 1 on 1. Schedule an appointment with me to get all the details about it. I am saving the spot for you.
You can also send me a message with your questions or comments at www.TheUncensoredCaregiver.com
Want to be my pen pal and get updates via email? Click here
Say hi on LinkedIn or Instagram

bookmark
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How many episodes does The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast have?

The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast currently has 42 episodes available.

What topics does The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Dementia, Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Mental Health, Mindset, Podcasts, Caregiver, Relationships and Emotions.

What is the most popular episode on The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast?

The episode title '#39: How to plan your next year when you can't plan anything' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast?

The average episode length on The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast is 11 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast released?

Episodes of The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast?

The first episode of The Uncensored Caregiver Podcast was released on Feb 1, 2023.

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