Caregiver: You Can(’t) Enjoy Life During Hard Times

Taking care of family members can be mentally and physically demanding. But while taking care of others, how do you take care of yourself? Dr. Tamara Dias became a caregiver after her father experienced multiple strokes. She talks about relatable experiences as she shares her time and energy with her loved one.

This episode is a reminder that you can do great things in the midst of hard times. Don't forget that you have to be mindful of your own well-being while being supportive to others. Embrace the fact that life can be both imperfect and phenomenal at the same time.

In this episode you'll hear about:

• what life looks like as a caregiver, 
• building a routine that incorporates rest, 
• living in fight or flight mode, 
• waking up each day and not knowing what to expect, 
• the mental and administrative demands of caretaking, 
• how seasons change in life, 
• writing a book during hard times, 
• balancing your wants with what others need, 
• postponing joy, 
• getting out of survival mode, 
• the importance of therapy while you're a caretaker, 
• letting go of control when there is no playbook, and 
• ask for help

At the end of the episode, we reframe her limiting belief "you can't enjoy life during hard times" to fit more within Tamara's desired reality. Stay tuned until the end to shift your mindset.

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