26. Navigating the Complexities of Caregiving - Interview with Kathleen Korpela

About the Soft Power Coaching Program For women who were told they were too sensitive, too nice, too quiet, or never enough, my coaching provides a safe and empowering space to:Channel anger into clarity and action (not chaos).Define their own power. Soft, bold, or a blend of both.Build strong self-connection and boundaries that protect their energy.Transform from fixing everyone else’s life to fully living their own.This isn’t about becoming harder. It’s about becoming whole. Fill out the form and start reinventing! Free for limited time. About the episode In this heartfelt conversation, Kathleen Korpela shares the challenges and responsibilities of caregiving for aging parents. Kathleen shares her personal journey as a caregiver and the importance of community support, recognizing cognitive decline, and having open conversations with aging parents. We explore strategies for planning long-term care, involving siblings in caregiving decisions, and balancing professional life with caregiving responsibilities. The discussion emphasizes the need for self-care, mindset shifts, and advocating for oneself in the workplace, ultimately aiming to empower women navigating this complex role. About the guest Kathleen Korpela runs a group educational, coaching and support-based program, called Caregiving From The Middle, specifically tailored to the practical needs and emotional experiences of women going through a caregiving journey or getting close to stepping into one with a parent. It’s transformational and helps women chart a path and develop their roadmap to navigate caring for their aging parent without losing themselves. provides educational guidance and practical tools and strategies to help women who are caring for aging parents move from stress and overwhelm to a place of confidence and empowerment.  Learn More & Connect:Program: www.livinggoldenwell.com/programTalk With Me: https://livinggoldenwell.com/contactDownload a Freebie: www.livinggoldenwell.comFree Masterclass: https://livinggoldenwell.com/masterclassFollow Me on IG & Threads: @kkorpela Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cm5etbvm00a1i01sl6k6h99de/comments