Caring For Aging Parents Without Losing Yourself

We’re back, and the first thing we do is tell the truth about why we disappeared. Between a studio refresh, packed schedules, and trying to make everything “just right,” we learned the difference between being consistent and being realistic. Season two starts with a catch-up that turns into something deeper: how do you keep your routines, your relationship, and your peace when life gets heavy? A big part of our summer is caregiving for aging parents, including a three-week stretch of managing meals, appointments, and medication like a mini nursing home. That experience raises a question every adult eventually faces: what’s the plan when your parents can’t do what they used to do? We talk elder care planning, the cost of support, the emotional toll of being the dependable one, and why self-care is not optional when you’re caring for everyone else. We also get into family boundaries and marriage boundaries through two wild stories. One is about relatives moving in and a teen’s things getting “borrowed” until dad puts a lock on her door. The other is about a spouse who wants a 90-day break and expects it to be funded. We break down respect, entitlement, money, and what it looks like to protect your home without losing your heart. If you like real talk, laughter, and practical takeaways, hit play, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review. What boundary are you working on right now?Send us your Questions or Comments and we’ll answer them on the show. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe.Thank you for listening!