The Sharegiving Secret: How to Survive Family Caregiving

Oct 09 2024

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The Sharegiving Secret provides practical advice so that caregivers don’t have to go it alone. Hosted by best-selling author of The Rational Caregiver, Deborah S. Greenhut, PhD, each episode shares caregivers’ highs and lows with listeners. Service providers and experienced family caregivers offer solutions you can use. Whether you are a caregiver or realize that someday you might be or need one, “The Sharegiving Secret” offers inspiring stories and lifelines from family caregivers. Join us weekly to discover the practical side of this labor of love. Let’s enlarge the circle of help.

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Rhythmic Resilience: Caregiving Lessons from Musician Maritri Garrett | 005

Oct 09 2024 19 mins

Jumping into caregiving transformed her life in ways she never expected! Chatting with Maritri Garrett, a musician turned caregiver, I dove deep into how she balances her creative passions with the demands of caring for her parentless nieces and her own parents during family crises. Maritri shares that self-care isn't just a nice-to-have; it's essential. Her story of adjusting life

Beyond Care-zilla: Embracing Delegation in Caregiving | 004

Oct 02 2024 15 mins

Caregiving is more than a mission—it’s a monumental task that you don’t have to shoulder alone! Today, I explore the transformative power of stepping back to manage rather than tackling everything single-handedly. It’s a vital lesson I learned: doing more isn’t the solution; managing more effectively is. A caregiving coach once opened my eyes to my 'Care-zilla' mode�

Breaking the Superhero Myth: Why Caregivers Need Community | 003

Oct 02 2024 18 mins

Caregiving isn't just a role; it's a deep dive into the world of giving and love, a journey that's taught me how powerful yet challenging it can be. I'm here to share not just the sunny sides but also the gritty realities of caregiving. Join me as I unravel the perils of too much pride and the necessity of building a supportive team—it really does take a village. Standing ba

The Sharegiver’s Dilemma: Balancing Love and Limits | 002

Oct 02 2024 17 mins

When caregiving called, I didn't expect it to overhaul my life. But here I am, sharing my journey and the lessons I've learned about Sharegiving. I see caregiving as a labor of love, but it's crucial to manage it wisely to prevent overwhelming yourself. Today, I share stories about the power of saying 'no' to preserve family relationships and your own well-being. I encountered

The Power of Sharegiving: Transforming Caregiving Together | 001

Oct 02 2024 11 mins

When I stepped into caregiving, it completely turned my life upside down after an unexpected crisis demanded I take action. This journey exposed me to the harsh realities many face—balancing emotional stress with the whirlwind of unforeseen responsibilities. I want to introduce you to the concept of 'sharegiving,' a strategy to distribute the caregiving load within a communi

Welcome to the Sharegiving Secret

Sep 26 2024 3 mins

Join host, Deborah Greenhut, Ph.D. as she shares her goal to help family caregivers survive and thrive. She's been a caregiver herself and wants to share mindsets and resources to prevent burnout.The key is "sharegiving" - getting others involved to manage caregiving demands, instead of just doing it all yourself. Deborah aims to build a supportive community where caregivers can co