Sustaining Relationships While Being the Caregiver

This talk normalises caregiver fatigue and breaks down the emotional, cognitive, and physical signs that are easy to miss. We’ll map the typical overload cycle, identify high-risk moments, and practise kinder self-talk to replace harsh inner criticism. You’ll learn boundary language that protects your energy without guilt, plus a quick triage to decide what to keep, delegate, or drop. We’ll also cover how and when to engage professional support, including EAP, so you can care sustainably over the long haul.

• Recognise early signs of burnout, compassion fatigue, and spillover stress
• Use the “pause, prioritise, plan” triage to reduce overload fast
• Replace ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) with compassionate reframes
• Boundary scripts for family, medical, and workplace conversations
• Build a realistic recovery routine (sleep, fuel, movement, connection)
• Map your support network and activate professional help early

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