Resourcing Yourself: Listening to Your Life as a Caregiver

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In this first episode of season 4, Amy Brown kicks it off with a topic close to her heart: resourcing yourself as a caregiver. Amy shares her personal journey of learning to listen to her own life and prioritize self-care. Drawing from her experiences and the insights of women like Jennifer Dukes Lee and Taylor Elise Morrison, Amy explores the importance of asking ourselves questions like, “How am I contributing to my own chaos? Where am I feeling disconnected? Where do I need rest or space?” She suggests that finding moments of rest and joy, and letting go of the constant hustle and overwhelm can provide the resources you need to press on. Discover practical ways to resource yourself and create space for connection in your life as a caregiver.

Ep. 139: August 8, 2023

Key Moments:

[1:46]The starting point for most people's self care isn't a purchase.

[5:45] Situational strength (white-knuckling life) masks anxiety

[6:40] Are “The Overs” taking over?

[10:23] Asking ourselves questions is the perfect starting place

Resources:
Strong Like Water; Aundi Kolber

Sabbath: Wayne Muller

Peace is a Practice: Morgan Harper Nichols

Let Your Life Speak: Parker Palmer

The Next Right Thing Podcast: Why Self Care isn’t Selfish

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