Releasing the Guilt of Taking Care of Yourself: Why Caregiver Self-Care Feels So Hard

Send Cathy a text:)Have you ever taken a break, gone for a walk, met a friend for coffee, or asked for help... only to feel guilty afterward?You're not alone.In this episode, we're talking about the guilt that often shows up when caregivers finally start taking care of themselves.We'll explore: ✨ Why caregiver guilt is so common ✨ The stories we tell ourselves about self-care ✨ What guilt sounds like in everyday life ✨ A simple 4-step practice to help release guilt ✨ And why taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's necessaryIf you've ever thought:👉 "I should be doing more." 👉 "I shouldn't need a break." 👉 "What if they need me?"This episode is for you.Because taking care of yourself doesn't take love away from your loved one.💛 It allows you to keep showing up with more of it.Support the show