Wisdom From The Inside
I was constantly adjusting my life and world as a Caregiver Warrior, and often couldn’t find the information I needed. My blog is a place where I share my personal caregiving experiences, survival strategies I developed, and lessons learned in the trenches. I truly hope this might provide you with some guidance and relief during your caregiving journey.
Keep the Focus on Yourself!
By keeping it an inside job, we can avoid letting the opinions of others get us down.
Do You Want to Be Right or Do You Want to Be Happy?
Needing to be right all the time takes a toll. Why not be happy instead?
Why Be Miserable?
I chose to have a wonderful journey rather than be miserable. Here’s what I found out.
How to Cope with Pre Grief
Feeling the sadness and fear of losing someone before they leave us can be heartbreaking. There are ways to cope with this heartbreak.
There is No Growth in the Happy Place: How Challenges Help Us Grow
When we face challenges as a chance to grow, the lessons we learn are invaluable.
How to Cope When You Get Triggered Emotionally.
Here are some terrific ways to soften the blow when you get emotionally triggered.
The Church Spaghetti Dinner and How I learned to Hear My Mom When She Wasn’t Talking
My Mom couldn’t tell me what she was feeling but I got the message anyway,
Just Say No!
Sometimes saying no is the only way to go! Here’s how.
What to Do When Self Care Doesn’t Feel Good!
Some self-care stuff feels icky. Here’s how to get started.