Ep. 43 Care for the Caregiver: Finding Balance in the Midst of Giving w/Jeanette Yates

In this episode of the Be S.H.E. podcast, we explore the vital yet often overlooked topic of self-care for caregivers. My guest, Jeanette Yates, and I delve into the importance of being honest with oneself when starting the journey of caring for yourself. We discuss the significance of recognizing and listing out the hours spent on caregiving to better understand the impact it has on your life. We also challenge you to identify one thing you truly desire for your own self-care. Lastly, we debunk the myth that self-care needs to be time-consuming and offer practical tips for incorporating it into your daily routine. Join us as we navigate the path to a healthier, balanced life for caregivers everywhere.Jeanette Yates is a lifelong caregiver who understands the challenges of balancing self-care with the demands of caring for others. As a wife, mother, and primary caregiver for her mother, Jeanette once struggled to find time for herself amidst endless to-do lists and feelings of guilt. However, she eventually discovered the power of self-care and learned how to prioritize her own needs without sacrificing the care she provides to her loved ones.Now, Jeanette helps other caregivers create sustainable self-care practices that allow them to reclaim their time and reconnect with the moments and people they love. Through her website, The Self-Caregiver, she offers a supportive community, monthly trainings, and resources to help caregivers navigate the complexities of caregiving and self-care.With a focus on self-awareness, self-advocacy, self-compassion, and self-care, Jeanette empowers caregivers to take back their time and rediscover their worth. Her mission is to help caregivers find balance, reduce burnout, and live fulfilling lives while still providing the care they are so passionate about giving.In this episode you will learn: The importance of doing life guilt free.How to take care of yourself as a care giver.The importance of being honest with yourself.To connect with our guest, click on the links below:Website: www.theselfcaregiver.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/theselfcaregiver Twitter: www.twitter.com/jnetteyatesThe EMPOWERED Self-Caregiver Cohort gives caregivers the guidance and practical strategies they need so they can move through each day feeling good, not guilty and finally have the confidence to prioritize themselves. https://theselfcaregiver.com/empowered-self-caregiver-cohort/ Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching         FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders     Show Up to Level Up Challenge: https://www.heidischalkcoaching.com/visible