By Family Caregiver Alliance staff
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Some people harbor the illusion that rest is a luxury they do not have time for, but the reality is that rest is a necessity.
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Whether you choose to be a family caregiver or the job is thrust upon you by circumstances, your most important responsibility beyond caring for your ill or disabled relative is caring for yourself.
When you are caring for a loved one with a long-term illness, caregiving becomes a marathon rather than a sprint.
Adjusting your attitude is easier than you think.
Being able to say, “No, I can no longer continue to provide care in this way,” may not only save the caregiver from emotional and physical burnout, but can also open up opportunities of shared caregiving responsibilities with others while deepening the level of honesty and openness in the...
Whether you become a caregiver gradually or all of sudden due to a crisis, or whether you are a caregiver willingly or by default, many emotions surface when you take on the job of caregiving.
An attitude of heightened awareness and focused attention can have great benefits.
Ways to find balance in a life with competing demands
Ways to stay afloat when you are providing care for multiple people at the same time
Light exercise, breathing techniques, even smiling can improve overall wellness