EPISODE · Jul 27, 2025 · 50 MIN
EP 10: When Caregiving Hurts: Burnout, Boundaries & Forgiveness
from Unraveled and Rising Podcast · host Michelle Kavanaugh, Terry de Aragon, and Kimberly Diaz
💔 “Caregiving can heal… or reopen what was never resolved.”In this episode, Kimberly Diaz, RN and Michelle dive into the emotional complexity of caregiving within families—especially when the person needing care was once the source of trauma themselves.We speak candidly about:– The guilt and grief families often carry– The burnout that comes from sacrificing your own needs– The trauma of caring for someone who once hurt you– Why boundaries and support are essential, not selfish– And how to begin healing while helpingWith insight from Kimberly Diaz, RN, who works directly with families and caregivers through her organization Care Matters Always, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to do it alone.🧠 Caregiving is hard. Trauma-informed care starts with compassion—for others and for yourself.🌐 Resources + Support:Visit https://caremattersalways.com for expert guidance on caregiving, placement consulting, and support for individuals with dementia.For more information about the podcast, visit: https://www.unraveledandrising.com/
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💔 “Caregiving can heal… or reopen what was never resolved.”In this episode, Kimberly Diaz, RN and Michelle dive into the emotional complexity of caregiving within families—especially when the person needing care was once the source of trauma themselves.We speak candidly about:– The guilt and grief families often carry– The burnout that comes from sacrificing your own needs– The trauma of caring for someone who once hurt you– Why boundaries and support are essential, not selfish– And how to begin healing while helpingWith insight from Kimberly Diaz, RN, who works directly with families and caregivers through her organization Care Matters Always, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to do it alone.🧠 Caregiving is hard. Trauma-informed care starts with compassion—for others and for yourself.🌐 Resources + Support:Visit https://caremattersalways.com for expert guidance on caregiving, placement consulting, and support for individuals with dementia.For more information about the podcast, visit: https://www.unraveledandrising.com/
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