3. How to Cope With Difficult Emotions When Caregiving

In This Together: Building Resilience When Caregiving for Your Partner

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Today, let's delve into a topic that's central to our caregiving experience: emotions.

Emotions wield incredible power in our lives, especially when we're on the caregiving journey. I'll share a personal anecdote about a particularly challenging moment in my caregiving story, highlighting the intense emotions that surfaced during a difficult doctor's appointment.
Throughout our lives, emotions play a vital role in shaping our actions and responses. But what exactly are emotions? I'll delve into the fascinating mind-body connection behind emotions, explaining how they're not just abstract feelings but tangible vibrations within us, triggered by our thoughts.
I'll explore how we typically respond to emotions and why these responses often fall short. From reacting impulsively to trying to avoid or resist emotions altogether, we've all experienced these ineffective coping mechanisms. But fear not—I'll introduce you to a transformative approach to handling emotions.
By embracing emotions rather than resisting or avoiding them, we can navigate the highs and lows of caregiving with greater clarity and compassion.

As a Resiliency Coach for people who are caregiving for their partner, I'm here to support YOU, the caregiver. Learn more about my work at www.coachmarika.com.

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