Caregiving can feel like an endless cycle of responsibilities, leaving you physically exhausted and emotionally drained. Over time, you might find yourself asking, Why am I even doing this?
In this episode, I talk about what happens when we lose our sense of purpose in caregiving—and how to find it again.
I’ll walk you through the emotional toll of caregiving, why it’s so easy to feel disconnected, and four simple steps to help you shift your perspective and reconnect with yourself. We’ll talk about how small mindset shifts, self-connection, and daily gratitude can help you regain a sense of meaning, even in the hardest moments.
If you’ve been feeling stuck or overwhelmed, this episode is for you. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay in this place forever.
Tune in and let’s talk about how to find your reason to keep going.
Top Takeaways from This Episode:
- Why losing your sense of purpose in caregiving is so common – and how to recognize when it’s happening.
- The emotional toll of caregiving – how exhaustion, isolation, and resentment can quietly build up over time.
- Four key steps to shift your perspective – practical ways to reconnect with your purpose, even on the hardest days.
- How to zoom out or zoom in – two different mindset shifts that can help you regain clarity and motivation.
- The power of self-connection – why remembering who you are beyond caregiving can help you move forward.
- How small moments of gratitude can make a big impact – simple ways to shift your focus and find meaning in daily life.
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As a Resiliency Coach for people who are caregiving for their partner, I'm here to support YOU, the caregiver. Learn more about my work at www.coachmarika.com.
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