57. Asking Better Questions in Caregiving and Life

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Caregiving is exhausting—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. When we’re overwhelmed, our brains tend to focus on everything that’s hard, keeping us stuck in a cycle of stress and negativity. But what if the key to feeling better wasn’t about fixing every problem, but simply asking better questions?

In this episode, I talk about how our thoughts shape our experience and why shifting from problem-focused thinking to solution-focused thinking can make a huge difference. I share personal examples, practical strategies, and simple but powerful questions that can help you break out of the negativity loop and move forward with more ease.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in the weight of caregiving, this episode is for you. Tune in and learn how to take back some control—one better question at a time.

You'll Learn:

Why Negative Thinking Keeps You Stuck – Learn how your brain’s natural negativity bias reinforces stress and exhaustion, making caregiving feel even harder.

The Power of Better Questions – Discover how shifting from problem-focused thinking to solution-oriented questions can help you feel more in control.

Simple Questions to Change Your Mindset – Get practical examples of questions that can turn frustration into action, like What’s the simplest way to do this? or How can I make this easier?

How to Break Free from Overwhelm – Find out why focusing on problems doesn’t lead to solutions—and what to do instead.

A Small Action That Creates Big Change – Learn an easy exercise to start practicing better questions today and notice the immediate shift in how you feel.

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.