90 || Miniseries: Who... is on your "Affection and Duty List"?

Welcome!Establishing My Affection and Duty ListIn this episode I introduce a six-part series designed to help you navigate the complexities of supporting aging parents. I start by focusing on the 'who,' proposing the creation of an Affection and Duty List (ADL) to categorize individuals you might support. Using scales to measure affection (from -5 to +5) and duty (from 0 to 10), I discuss how emotions and obligations intertwine. Emphasizing the importance of connection, I encourage you to understand the underlying reasons for your feelings towards those on your list. This episode aims to give you a structured approach to identifying who in your orbit may require support now or in the future.00:00 Introduction to the Series01:33 Understanding the 'Who' in Caregiving05:35 Affection and Duty: The ADL List06:55 Affection Scale Explained10:06 Duty Scale Explained12:50 Combining Affection and Duty Scores25:35 Fluidity of Affection and Duty Over Time31:32 Conclusion and Next StepsCaveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!This podcast is for informational purposes only; it is not intended as formal legal, financial or medical adviceIf you are finding value in this podcast, please share and leave a review so others can find it too!RebeccaWebsite: rebeccatapiamd.comDisclaimer: The information presented on this podcast is solely for information purposes. We do not provide medical, legal, financial, or other professional advice through this podcast and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. It is your responsibility to seek advice from a licensed professional. Any actions you take are done at your own risk.