Ep. 59 - Why I Started Taking Care of Myself Before My Cats | Cat Mom Life

As cat moms, we want to give everything to our cats. But when we constantly put ourselves last, we slowly drain our own energy. In today’s Diary of a Cat Mom podcast entry, I share the reminder that changed the way I care for myself and my kitties — because you cannot truly care for others if you are running empty yourself.What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode Why many cat moms forget their own health and energy  The emotional impact of constantly putting yourself last  What the “oxygen mask first” reminder really means  Why self-care helps you become a better caregiver for your cats  Small ways to protect your own energy every day Timestamps & Chapters00:00 – You Cannot Take Care of Others If You Are Empty 00:14 – How Cat Moms Slowly Drain Their Energy 00:36 – The Oxygen Mask Reminder 00:52 – Taking Care of Yourself First 01:08 – You Cannot Give From an Empty BucketThis is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/About the Diary of a Cat Mom PodcastDiary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.Most of all, please remember: You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.Are You Helping Cat Parents Too? 🐾💕Veterinarians, emergency vets, cat behaviorists, rescue organizations, pet businesses, authors, and other cat experts may be a good fit for a future guest interview on Diary of a Cat Mom.→ Learn More About Becoming a Guesthttps://stan.store/fromhereai/p/podcast-guest-packageWant to Reach Cat Parents Through Podcasting? 🐾🐱Businesses, organizations, and experts who serve ...