I Feel Trapped as a Caregiver for My Family

Published: July 16, 2021, 6 a.m.

b'The Dr. John Delony Show is a caller-driven show that offers real people a chance to be heard as they struggle with relationship issues and mental health challenges. John will give you practical advice on how to connect with people, how to take the next right step when you feel frozen, and how to cut through the depression and anxiety that can feel so overwhelming. You are not alone in this battle. You are worth being well\\u2014and it starts by focusing on what you can control. Let us know what\\u2019s going on by leaving a voicemail at 844.693.3291 or visiting johndelony.com/show. We want to talk to YOU!\\n \\xa0\\n Show Notes for this Episode\\n \\xa0\\n I feel trapped as a caregiver for my elderly mom & special needs sister Trauma Stewardship: An Everyday Guide to Caring for Self While Caring for Others - Laura van Dernoot Lipsky\\xa0& Connie Burk\\n Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle - Emily Nagoski & Amelia Nagoski\\n \\n How does our family stay balanced with a toddler & new baby due any day?\\n I\'m comparing my grief to my husband\'s after putting our troubled adopted son in a group home\\n \\nLyrics of the Day: "Muzzle of Bees" - Wilco\\n \\xa0\\n As heard on this episode:\\xa0\\n BetterHelp\\n Redefining Anxiety\\n John\'s Free Guided Meditation\\n Ramsey+\\n \\xa0\\n tags:\\xa0family, sickness/illness, anger/resentment/bitterness, kids, parenting, workplace/career, adoption, grief\\n \\xa0\\n These platforms contain content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal, or other advice. The Lampo Group, LLC d/b/a Ramsey Solutions as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show.\\n If you have specific concerns or a situation in which you require professional advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified professional expert and specialist. If you are having a health or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.`'