Stand up if you are a Caregiver!
Let me, let all of us, applaud you!
Family caregivers, those unpaid folks who are on 24/7 caring for their loved ones, are my heroes.
The husbands, the wives, the daughters, the sons, the partners, the sisters, the brothers, the granddaughters, the dear friends, we bow down to you!
Caregiving is not only exhausting, overwhelming and isolating, but it can also lead to depression, extreme anxiety, illness, and brings risk for end of life.
Our healthcare system does not, except in rare cases, support the caregiver. This is a tragedy.
It is also an honor to care for our loved ones. Sometimes there is tremendous spiritual growth and acceptance and peace can flourish, amidst all the challenges of the job.
As an end of life doula and a human being, I want to thank every caregiver from the bottom of my heart.
This holiday season, I hope you can get a massage, soak in a bubble bath, drink a glass of wine with a friend and laugh, have someone cook you your favorite food, and take a walk full of trees with changing leaves, birds singing and sunny, crisp temperatures.
I salute you! Gratitude!
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