You Love Your Mom…But You Need a Break
Catholic Grief Coach
You can love your mom deeply and still be completely exhausted by caregiving. You can be grateful she's still here and still wish someone else would take over for a while. In this episode, we talk about the guilt that comes with wanting a break and practical ways to care for yourself when everyone seems to need you.
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You're Caught Between Your Mom and Your Kids
Catholic Grief Coach
When you're caring for your mom while raising your own children, it can feel like everyone needs you at the same time. You may feel guilty when you're with your kids because you're thinking about Mom, and guilty when you're with Mom because your kids need you. In this episode, we talk about the guilt, frustration and pressure of being pulled between two generations—and why loving your mom doesn't mean you have to do everything.
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When You Don't Feel Like It
Catholic Grief Coach
You love your mom, but some days you just don't feel like doing it. You may be exhausted, dealing with hormones, adjusting to seasonal changes, or simply tired of doing the same things day after day. And that doesn't make you a bad daughter or caregiver. In this episode, we’ll talk about allowing yourself to feel tired and frustrated, taking small moments to rest and care for yourself, and then showing up anyway—even when you don't feel like it.
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When You Know Your Mom Is Getting Worse But Nobody Is Saying It
Catholic Grief Coach
Have you ever left your mom's doctor's appointment and thought, "She's getting worse…but nobody is really talking about it"? Maybe her health is declining. She's weaker. She's not doing the things she used to do. The doctor changes medications or orders more tests, but everyone just keeps moving forward like everything is fine. Meanwhile, you're scared. You're wondering how much time you have, what the next stage will look like, and whether you should even bring it up. In this episode, we're going to talk about how to have those difficult conversations—with your mom, her doctor, and your...
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The Invisible Load of Being a Caregiver and a Mom
Catholic Grief Coach
When you're caring for someone who is sick or dying while also raising kids, there can be an overwhelming amount happening behind the scenes. Appointments, medications, meals, work, school, household responsibilities, your children's needs—and somehow you're expected to keep going. In this episode, we'll talk about the invisible mental and emotional load caregivers carry, why it can leave you feeling exhausted and resentful, and how to begin putting some of that weight down without feeling guilty.
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They’re Still Here, But You’re Already Grieving
Catholic Grief Coach
When someone you love receives a diagnosis and you know your time together may be limited, grief can begin long before the loss. In this episode, we talk about anticipatory grief—the fear, sadness, stress, exhaustion, and overwhelm that can come when you're grieving while your loved one is still here. You'll learn simple ways to care for yourself, allow the feelings, stay present, and keep living your everyday life when life doesn't stop just because your heart is hurting.
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Your Nervous System is Grieving Too: When to Maintain and When to Grow
Catholic Grief Coach
After someone dies, your nervous system may respond in ways you don't fully understand—fighting, fleeing, freezing, fawning, fixing, or simply shutting down. In this episode, we'll talk about having compassion for these responses instead of judging yourself for them. You'll also learn how to recognize when you're in a season of maintaining—simply getting through—and when it may be time to gently grow and expand your capacity again.
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How to Care for Yourself When You Don't Even Know What You Need
Catholic Grief Coach
When you're grieving, so much of your energy goes into simply surviving—or caring for everyone else—that you can lose touch with yourself. Then someone asks, "What do you need?" and your mind goes completely blank. In this episode, we're talking about why that happens and one simple exercise that can begin reconnecting you with yourself. I'll encourage you to make a list of 20 small things you genuinely enjoy—from ice in your water, a favorite coffee, fresh flowers, a walk outside, getting your nails done, reading a good book, or wandering through your favorite store. None of these have...
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When Sharing Your Grief Leaves You Feeling Worse
Catholic Grief Coach
Have you ever finally found the courage to share your grief, only to walk away feeling even more alone? In this episode, we're talking about the pain of opening your heart and receiving responses that minimize, dismiss, or try to fix your grief. We'll explore why these interactions hurt so deeply, why most people aren't trying to be hurtful, and how to discern who is safe to share your grief with. Most importantly, we'll remember that Jesus understands what it feels like to suffer—and He never turns away from your pain. If you've ever thought, "Maybe I just shouldn't talk about my grief...
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How to Survive the Fourth of July While Grieving
Catholic Grief Coach
The Fourth of July can bring unexpected waves of grief. Barbecues, fireworks, family gatherings, empty chairs, and traditions can all remind you of the person you love. Instead of hoping you'll "get through it," what if you went into the holiday with a plan? In this episode, I share why having a grief plan can lower anxiety, help you feel more in control, and give yourself permission to change course when emotions become overwhelming. I'll walk you through my own three-step approach: Option A: If you're feeling emotionally and physically well enough to participate. Option B: If grief begins to...
info_outlineWhen you're caring for someone who is sick or dying while also raising kids, there can be an overwhelming amount happening behind the scenes. Appointments, medications, meals, work, school, household responsibilities, your children's needs—and somehow you're expected to keep going. In this episode, we'll talk about the invisible mental and emotional load caregivers carry, why it can leave you feeling exhausted and resentful, and how to begin putting some of that weight down without feeling guilty.