#180 Caregiving in Midlife

Whether you have a parent with dementia, a spouse with compromised health, or a loved one in a nursing home, one of the greatest challenges of being a woman in midlife is caregiving. Today Cindy breaks down the emotional & relationship struggles, the signs & symptoms of caregiver stress, and ways to help yourself through the experience.  To schedule a FREE Mid-Life Strategy Session with me, head to ⁠⁠http://timewithcindy.com⁠⁠ to book your 30 minute call. There’s no obligation, and I can help you get to the TRUTH of what you REALLY want and create a plan to get you there. For more inspirational content, join me on my socials and sign up for my newsletter: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠ Want to be a part of an amazing group of women all striving to grow their self-confidence, stand up for themselves, and finally say “YES!” to what they’ve always wanted? ⁠Join ⁠The Mid-Life Makeover Group⁠. For more personalized support, accountability, and life-changing strategies, consider applying to my Mid-Life Makeover Group or 90 Day Mid-Life Makeover Program. Learn the mindsets, skill sets, and success habits to move you out of your less than satisfying life of unhealthy relationships, dead-end jobs, loneliness, rapid aging, and toward FINALLY be the star of your own life! Get all your questions answered here: ⁠⁠https://www.cindydwhitmer.com/coaching⁠⁠ Blessings, Cindy D. Whitmer ___________________________________________________ Chapters 02:28 What is Caregiving? 05:09 The Emotional Struggle 07:39 When Relationships Shift 10:14 Caregiver Stress 11:09 Signs & Symptoms 11:55 Depression 12:23 Isolation 12:58 Sleep Deprivation 13:41 Worrying 14:05 Your Physical Health 15:13 Dealing with Caregiver Stress 15:18 Empower Yourself with Learning 16:03 Ask for Help 17:20 Establish a Routine 18:20 Time for Yourself - Daily Joy 19:33 Keep Your Health a Priority 21:38 End of Life Conversation 24:46 Resources