Self-Care for Caregivers: A Practical Guide to Caring for You While You Care for Your Loved One

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Take care of yourself as you care for others with this accessible, easy-to-follow self-care guide to relax and rejuvenate.

Its been said that there are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will become caregivers, and those who will need caregivers. Chances are you or someone you know is taking care of a loved one at home. If you do, you also know that caregivinghowever fulfillingis also hard on the caregivers mental and physical health. Self-care is vital to caregivers maintaining stamina and a positive outlook for both themselves and the people they care for. But being so busy caring for others can make it hard to find time for yourself.

In Self-Care for Caregivers, youll find short, easy-to-readand often easy-to-doways to replenish your mind, body, and spirit, including:
-Practicing mindfulness by focusing in on your five senses
-Remembering to HALT to check if youre hungry, angry, lonely, or tired
-Making a gratitude list of at least three things you're grateful for
-And much more!

Full of practical advice and reminders to have a quick snack, call a friend, create a sanctuary, write in a journal, and more ways to take care yourselfplus resources for caregivingthis book will go a long way towards making your caregiving experience a happier and more healthful one for you and the people you care for.

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Susanne White is the creator of Caregiver Warrior, where she offers advice, helpful tips, and strategies for caregivers everywhere. Based on her own experiences, strength, and hope as a caregiver, her goal is to help caregivers thrive during their caregiving journey with grace and empowerment. Learn more at CaregiverWarrior.com and follow her on Twitter @CaregiveWarrior and on Facebook and Instagram @CaregiverWarrior.