Melinda was in Paris, sick, trying to enjoy a break, when she found out her mom’s caregiver had quit.

And immediately, that familiar caregiver guilt showed up.

What am I supposed to do from here?
Am I allowed to be happy right now?

In this episode, Tina Rains, RN, and Melinda Lee Foster talk about the guilt that can creep in even when you are doing your best.

The guilt that shows up when you finally take a break.
The shame that says, “Shame on me for even feeling this way.”
The feeling that no matter what you do, it’s never enough.

They also talk about giving yourself grace, listening to the same story again, and knowing when someone you love may need more care than you can safely give.

This one is for the caregiver who loves deeply, but still gets tired.

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