"Help! I have caregiver burnout!"
Woman's World|September 12, 2022
One in four women looks after a loved one, and more than 40% admit they are exhausted. Here, easy ways to boost energy and take care of you
By Kristina Mastrocola
"Help! I have caregiver burnout!"

Ditch guilt

You're in good company When we're caring for a family member, it's easy to feel guilty for not doing even more. "I hear this all the time from women who tell me, 'I'm smart, so why can't I handle this? What's wrong with me?" says expert Laura N. Gitlin, Ph.D. "I always tell them, it's not you: Everyone feels overwhelmed. Most people are relieved to learn that they're not alone." This realization will help you recognize how much you do the first step to embracing self-care.

Lean on these feelings

Though stressful, caregiving is also a source of joy, says expert Karen Warner Schueler, explaining this duality is known as the "caregiver's paradox." Focusing on positive emotions is shown to restore a caregiver's energy. "When you feel depleted, find one thing to be grateful for," she encourages. "Savor small moments of connection-89% of caregivers say their experience has brought them closer to their loved one. And acknowledge your accomplishments, because you're on a true hero's journey."

Take time for you

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