Navigating Life's U-Turns

Summary: In this episode of the Caretakers Journey podcast, host Carole Leathem interviews Carol Kent, author of 'A New Kind of Normal.' They discuss Carol's personal journey through her son's incarceration for murder, the choices she made during this challenging time, and the importance of trust and vulnerability in caregiving. Carol shares insights on relinquishment, making choices in difficult circumstances, and finding courage for the long haul. The conversation emphasizes the significance of reaching out to others and finding purpose in the midst of chaos. Takeaways: Carol Kent shares her personal journey of her son's incarceration. The importance of making choices during difficult times is emphasized. Trust and vulnerability are crucial in caregiving. Relinquishment is a key theme in navigating life's challenges. Finding courage for the long haul is essential for caregivers. Reaching out to others can provide unexpected blessings. Humor can be a coping mechanism in tough situations. Divine appointments can arise from interruptions in our plans. Authenticity in sharing our struggles helps build connections. Life's chaos can lead to unexpected blessings and purpose. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to a New Kind of Normal 01:01 The Journey of Hope and U-Turns 07:06 Making Choices in Difficult Times 12:56 Choosing Life and Vulnerability 21:08 Trusting God and Others in Hardship 25:04 The Weight of Caregiving 29:11 Embracing Vulnerability in Caregiving 34:18 Finding Courage for the Long Haul 46:20 Action Steps for Caregivers Connect with Carol: Website - https://carolkent.org⁠ Books: https://amzn.to/45dnzhe https://amzn.to/4dPqsH7 Social Media - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/authorcarolkent/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolkentspeaks/?hl=en Connect with Carole: Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/ To join the mailing list, go to the website and join the community Email - [email protected] Social Media - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolesjourney/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/carolesjourney Book - https://www.carolesjourney.com/book Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-caretakers-journey/id1730593778