Have you ever felt overwhelmed by emotion, experienced racing thoughts, or found yourself stuck, not knowing what to do next? Learning intentional breathing practices for these moments is one of the most powerful ways to help calm yourself down and take the next step forward. Next time you’re feeling angry, overwhelmed, or stuck, try a simple breathing practice.

Many studies, including those of familial caregivers, show that gratitude has the ability to minimize caregiving stress. When you’re in the middle of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or another condition, much is required of you, and you may experience a good deal of stress. In this post, we name 10 gratitude opportunities to consider as you practice incorporating this coping strategy.

Unpaid family caregivers of loved ones with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other conditions carry a lot of weight on their shoulders. Even though you may not be able to decrease your load tangibly, you can experience increased well-being by caring for yourself. Here are five ways to honor yourself for your hard work.

Understanding the sometimes subtle distinctions among fixing, helping, and serving is one essential consideration in meaningful caregiving; it makes a world of difference in how effectively you show up as a caregiver. Even more, considering the difference between these three will help you feel more fulfilled, effective, and inspired.

Looking for helpful mental health advice can be overwhelming with the abundance of online content. Learn how to sift through the recommendations, spot red flags for unhelpful advice, and ultimately discover what serves you best.

Caregivers are prime targets for feeling guilt and shame. In this article, you’ll learn one simple strategy for noticing when guilt and shame enter a conversation.

How can you reclaim your sense of control when so much feels out of your control in your caregiving journey? In this post, we invite you to practice expanding how you view choices.

Caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia have a high risk of burnout. Explore five ways caregivers can help prevent burnout by focusing on mental and emotional well-being.

Caregiver burnout is real. Here’s how emotional-focused coping can help you reduce stress and anxiety when you’re taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia.