Days When You Just Can’t Seem To Suck It Up
I feel like I’m being hard on myself this week. I feel like perhaps I’m looking after me a little more than looking after Jim but truthfully, I don’t think I’m really looking after me either This is a cycle. I’ve been here before, it’s a little self-protective, like burrowing deep into a cocoon. …. Read More
Guilt For Taking Time For Yourself
There are so many dimensions to caregiving. There are so many layers to looking after another person and trying not to burn yourself out in the process. Guilt, for example, is a multi-pronged attack on caregivers, more powerful than anyone gives it credit for. Especially when you are the spouse/care-giver. ‘Til death do you part’ …. Read More