Episode 10 | Setting Boundaries & Preventing Burnout for Caregivers

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In this insightful episode of the Buried in Work podcast, host Adam Zuckerman interviews Jeanette Yates, a self-care coach for caregivers and founder of The Self Caregiver. Jeanette shares her personal experience as a lifetime caregiver for her mother, which started when she was just eight years old. Through the years, Jeanette has developed strategies to help caregivers avoid burnout, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and making self-care a priority.

During this episode, Jeanette discusses why traditional self-care advice doesn’t always work, especially if caregivers don’t feel they deserve care themselves. She explains how mindfulness and simple rituals like focusing on small self-care moments, such as brushing your teeth, can make a big difference in reducing stress. Jeanette also tackles the challenging dynamics caregivers face with family members, addressing how to navigate guilt and the importance of recognizing yourself as a caregiver even when it doesn’t involve medical tasks.

Jeanette offers practical tips for establishing boundaries and preventing burnout, including setting expectations with family members and ensuring time for personal well-being. Additionally, she highlights the critical role of estate planning and organizing care-related documents in easing the long-term caregiving journey.

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• Follow Jeanette Yates on Instagram: @TheSelfCaregiver

About Jeanette Yates

Jeanette is a lifelong caregiver who understands the challenges of balancing self-care with the demands of caring for others. She eventually discovered the power of prioritizing her own needs without sacrificing the care she provides to her loved ones.

Jeanette now helps caregivers create sustainable self-care practices that allow them to reclaim their time and reconnect with the moments and people they love. Through her podcast, YouTube channel, and online Self-Caregiver community, Jeanette provides access to self-care resources designed to help caregivers feel good without guilt.

Her signature program, The EMPOWERED Self-Caregiver Cohort, guides participants through the C.A.R.E. Framework, enabling them to redesign their caregiving experience and achieve balance, wellness, and joy in both their own lives and the lives of those they care for.

Jeanette's mission is to help caregivers find balance, reduce burnout, and live fulfilling lives while continuing to provide the compassionate care they are passionate about giving.

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