2024-05-14 10:00
Ever stopped to think about the weight of those “little losses” caregivers carry? You know, those quiet sorrows that can cast a shadow over our days? Well, today, let’s tal… Read More
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This blog by Coach Marika, a Resiliency Coach for Cancer Caregivers explores all the challenges facing someone who has a partner with cancer. It offers insight, tips, tools and support for the caregiver. It is published weekly.
2024-05-07 10:00
Caregiving often resembles riding an emotional roller coaster. But how are you managing those emotions?
You might not give much thought to your emotions. Simply pushing through the day wi… Read More
2024-04-30 10:00
Ever felt like you’re wandering through a maze, trying to figure out how to handle your partner’s behavioral challenges while still showing them love and care? You’re not a… Read More
2024-04-23 20:03
I’m diving into the whole perfectionism thing, especially when it sneaks its way into caregiving and our personal growth journey. I’ve been there. It’s like this never-endi… Read More
2024-04-16 20:40
In this podcast episode, I’m getting real about the rollercoaster of emotions that come with being a caregiver. I’m sharing my own journey as a caregiver and care partner while m… Read More
2024-04-09 21:27
In this episode, I discuss the importance of defining your role as a caregiver, similar to how you define other roles in your life like being a parent, employee, or friend. By understanding… Read More
2024-04-02 21:42
As a caregiver for your partner, do you ever feel like you’re constantly on a quest to make the perfect decision? I hear you. The pressure to always do what’s right can feel over… Read More
2024-03-26 21:51
It’s been quite a whirlwind of emotions for me this week, prompting me to revisit a fundamental lesson I learned early in my coaching journey: the power of awareness. Through coaching… Read More
2024-03-25 22:34
Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels, investing energy into your caregiving role without seeing the impact you desire?
This week, let’s unlock the secret to transf… Read More
2024-03-24 22:43
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 caregiv… Read More
2024-03-23 22:47
In this episode, I’m delving into the topic of worry, something that often plagues us, especially in our role as caregivers. Specifically, I’ll be focusing on the worry we experi… Read More
2024-03-22 22:52
Welcome to “In this Together,” a podcast where I, Marika Humphreys, share invaluable insights and actionable advice for caregivers like you. In this first episode, I dive deep in… Read More
2024-02-24 12:00
Becoming a caregiver for a spouse will change your relationship with them. When I was a spousal caregiver for my husband during his battle with cancer, there were several weeks when he was p… Read More
2024-02-10 12:00
As a caregiver for someone with a serious illness, you spend a great deal of your time taking care of everything and everyone around you. Household chores, work, your kid’s homework&he&hell…Read More
2024-01-27 12:00
It may seem impossible to find peace and happiness while caregiving. But I’m happy to tell you it’s not. Keep reading to learn strategies for coping with caregiving that provide… Read More
2024-01-13 12:00
If you’re an overwhelmed caregiver, this scenario will sound all too familiar:
You walk in the door after grocery shopping and diligently wash your hands. You face a pile of dishes… Read More
2023-12-23 12:00
Grief resonates deeply with many caregivers. While it’s commonly linked to the loss of someone, it actually surfaces in various forms throughout the caregiving journey. Dealing with th… Read More
2023-12-09 12:00
I don’t want to do this anymore. The minute I thought those words, I felt guilty. My husband’s long battle with cancer was really taking a toll on me. Yet, just thinking about my… Read More
2023-11-25 12:00
The year my husband received his cancer diagnosis, the holidays felt almost overwhelming. Before that challenging time, our anticipation revolved around traditional family gatherings packed… Read More
2023-11-11 12:00
Caregiving is a journey filled with complex emotions and experiences, one of which is anticipatory anxiety. It can plague those who care for their spouses with serious illnesses, leaving the… Read More
2023-10-28 15:23
Caring for a seriously ill spouse is an emotionally taxing undertaking. It can test your patience, stir up a variety of feelings from sorrow to frustration, and leave you grappling with a pr… Read More
2023-10-14 11:00
We all know what love is, and most of us know how it feels. It feels wonderful, especially when it’s effortless. Over time and often in long-term relationships, the loving feelings we… Read More
2023-09-23 11:00
Are you experiencing caregiver exhaustion? Embarking on the journey of being a caregiver for your spouse can often feel like a lonely path. It’s not uncommon for friends and family to… Read More
2023-09-09 11:00
When your partner gets sick, you take on a new role: the role of caregiver. Sometimes, it happens subtly and over time. They get a diagnosis, and as the weeks and months go by while they fig… Read More
2023-08-26 11:00
When we make the choice to spend our lives with a partner, it’s rare that we envision someday becoming their caregiver. Yet, the unpredictable nature of life means we might find oursel… Read More
2023-08-12 11:00
When caring for your partner, building resilience–the ability to continue forward in the face of adversity–is essential. Caregiver resilience is not just about surviving; it&rsqu&hell…Read More
2023-07-29 11:00
Knowing how to make tough decisions quickly and effectively is an essential skill every spousal caregiver needs. When you’re caring for your sick partner, you’re constantly makin… Read More
2023-07-15 11:00
Do you feel good when you wake up most mornings? Do you have an abundance of energy that propels you to face the day ahead? If you’re caregiving for your spouse, my guess is your answe… Read More
2023-06-26 15:57
Are you struggling to navigate caregiver spouse intimacy? When your partner is sick, developing and sustaining intimacy becomes challenging because it’s different from what you might b… Read More
2023-05-27 11:00
It was summer, and we had recently found out my husband’s cancer had returned. We were back in the routine of constant doctor appointments, treatment decisions, and feeling fear and an… Read More
2023-05-13 11:00
When your spouse has a serious illness like cancer it seems like life starts to revolve around them. Conversations become about treatment and doctors’ appointments, new research, and t… Read More
2023-04-22 11:00
“I can’t live without my husband.” I hear this a lot from clients whose spouses have cancer. The fear of losing your spouse is completely normal, even rational, after a ter… Read More
2023-04-08 11:00
Feeling grateful when your spouse has cancer sounds like an oxymoron. But once you truly understand the power of gratitude, it doesn’t feel so contradictory. Instead, it begins to feel… Read More
2023-03-25 11:00
Whether you are new to caregiving or have been a spousal caregiver for a while, experiencing fear when your spouse has cancer is a normal part of the journey. Cancer and everything that go a… Read More
2023-03-11 12:00
Fighting cancer can be such a long road. Being a caregiver for a spouse with cancer requires stamina we are rarely prepared for. There are so many ups and downs.
One week your husba… Read More
2023-02-25 12:00
Do you experience health anxiety about cancer for your spouse? Do you have caregiver anxiety when it comes to managing your many responsibilities–none of which you were prepared for? D… Read More
2023-02-11 12:00
If you’re here, you’re probably wondering, “Do I need therapy or a life coach?” Your partner has cancer, and you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, lonely, and stuck. You r… Read More
2023-01-21 12:00
Knowing what to say to a cancer patient is one thing. Knowing what to say to a cancer patient who is also your partner can be even more challenging. You love them and want nothing more than… Read More
2023-01-07 12:00
“It’s too much. I can’t do this anymore.”
If those thoughts are swirling around your head lately, it’s time to pay attention. You may be tempted to pus… Read More
2022-12-24 12:00
When your partner is battling cancer, it impacts both of you, but in very different ways. You may notice changes in your partner’s behavior and emotional state as they cope with the di… Read More
2022-12-10 12:00
One day in July, my husband scheduled a visit to the doctor to have his shoulder examined after he hurt it in a bad fall. That is when we discovered he had a cancerous tumor in his arm. It c… Read More
2022-11-26 12:00
“My spouse has cancer and is pushing me away.” This comes up frequently during coaching. Being pushed away by someone with cancer is a common occurrence, and you might feel like… Read More
2022-11-14 19:44
As a child, I used to look forward to the holidays with delight and anticipation. I loved decorating the tree, making cookies with my Mom, and opening presents. It was a carefree time when s… Read More
2022-10-29 11:00
When my husband was first diagnosed with cancer, my child was five. At the time, I barely understood what was happening and had to figure out a way to explain it to my child! I knew he picke… Read More
2022-10-15 11:00
Your partner’s cancer impacts you and the rest of your family. Because of this, you’ll likely be faced with updating family members, dealing with everyone’s questions, and… Read More
2022-09-24 11:00
Becoming a caregiver for your partner is a role you likely weren’t prepared for. But regardless, you want to be strong and supportive for your partner. You want to know how to be a goo… Read More
2022-09-10 11:00
When my husband was diagnosed with cancer, I didn’t know anyone in my situation. I was 40, working full time, and raising our 5-year-old. I was lucky to have wonderfully supportive fam… Read More
2022-08-29 16:01
Chemotherapy, or “chemo,” as most people call it, is a common treatment for many types of cancer. One of the side effects of some chemo treatments is that it takes a significant… Read More
2022-08-17 13:55
Your partner has cancer, and now your life feels totally out of control. Gone are all the plans you had for the future. Now, it’s hard to know what to expect from one day to the next… Read More
2022-07-30 11:00
Burnout. We hear the term all the time, but what does it mean exactly? Burnout is “a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.&rdquo&hell…Read More
2022-07-16 12:00
The first year my husband was diagnosed with a cancerous tumor in his arm, we both just wanted to get through it and move on. I was fortunate to have a supportive workplace and family and fr… Read More
2022-06-25 12:00
When you become a caregiver for a spouse with cancer, you automatically take on a new role–probably one you were not prepared for. In this role, you wear many hats, and you may feel li… Read More
2022-06-11 12:00
You just received news that has completely changed your life. Your spouse was just diagnosed with cancer, now what? I remember the day vividly when I learned of my husband’s diagnosis… Read More
2022-05-28 10:00
How to Cope With Difficult Emotions When Your Partner Has Cancer
Learning how to cope with difficult emotions during your partner’s cancer battle is super important. For both people… Read More
2022-05-14 11:00
A partner’s cancer diagnosis can be difficult to cope with. When you take on the role of being their caregiver, you may feel the need to try to protect their emotions. You might think… Read More
2022-04-30 11:00
If you are caring for your partner you are constantly making decisions. You are faced with everything from deciding what to tell friends and family members, choosing doctors or treatments, o… Read More
2022-01-28 17:16
Have you ever noticed that sometimes you get stuck in a negative train of thought and can’t stop thinking about something terrible or worried about the future? One thought leads to the… Read More
2021-10-22 10:15
Emotions are what make us human.
They give us the great experiences of life. There is nothing like the pride you feel with a job well done. Or the sadness at the suffering of a loved one… Read More
2021-10-08 10:15
Your partner has cancer and more than anything you want to be calm, strong, and positive for them. Instead, you feel the opposite. You’re worried about the future, anxious about your p… Read More
2021-09-24 10:15
Busy Lives
We all lead busy lives. Being a parent, working a full time job, and providing mental and emotional support to a partner with cancer can be exhausting. Particularly as th… Read More
