Why I'm Recording This at the Last Minute

Ruth records a last-minute episode after a difficult week of caregiving for her mother-in-law, sharing the emotional weight, exhaustion, and unexpected disruptions to her plans. She talks about the guilt of needing a break, the challenge of setting boundaries, the small moments of self-care that sustained her, and the necessity of asking for help. This episode offers solidarity and practical reminders that it’s okay to be imperfect, to grieve the life you planned, and to reach out when you need support.