Surviving the Holidays with Archangels' Alex Drane

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Alex Drane and Dr. Mia discuss the challenges and realities of unpaid caregiving, emphasizing the importance of self-identification, data, and community support. They explore how caregivers often overlook their own needs while focusing on those they care for, and the necessity of finding respite and grace in their roles. The discussion also touches on the impact of caregiving on mental health, especially during stressful times like the holidays, and the need for a supportive community to help caregivers navigate their responsibilities.Archangels website: https://www.archangels.me/Intensity score quiz: https://www.archangels-cii.me/get-started/?utm_source=aacaregiverpage&utm_medium=weblink&utm_campaign=generalAbout Alexandra DraneAlexandra is co-founder and CEO of ARCHANGELS — a women-owned, public benefit corporation and omni-channel platform shamelessly hustling to make change happen for the 43% of adults across our nation serving as unpaid caregivers. ARCHANGELS engages and supports caregivers across all 50 states through partnerships with employers, consumer brands, health-plans/systems, communities, and states.Chapters00:00Introduction to Archangels and Caregiving02:58Understanding the Caregiver's Role and Identity05:44The Power of Data and Storytelling in Caregiving08:28Navigating Intensity and Self-Care as a Caregiver11:38The Importance of Respite and Support14:23Finding Grace and Permission to Care for Yourself17:09Community and Connection Among Caregivers19:56The Impact of Holidays on Caregivers23:08The Future of Caregiving and Advocacy26:02Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for CaregiversSupport the showVideo on Ask Dr. Mia YouTube channelTranscripts on www.miayangmd.com. Transcripts are automatically generated and may contain minor inaccuracies. Email: [email protected] expressed are exclusive of Dr. Mia Yang and not reflective of her or guest speaker's employers or funders.