<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" > <channel> <title> Comments for Caregiver Warrior </title> <atom:link href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/comments/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/</link> <description>Caregiver Warrior</description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 23:43:39 +0000</lastBuildDate> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <item> <title> Comment on When caregivers lose patience: how not to feel like a loser! by Susanne White </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2695</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susanne White]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 23:43:39 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=227518#comment-2695</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2694">Anonymous</a>. You sound like an amazing Caregiver Warrior and I just know he so appreciated the love you showed him always. I understand as you know, about losing my patience and feeling bad about it. I truly believe, however this is completely human and normal and we are always doing the absolute best that we can. Please be kind to yourself. You are not alone. We must remember that the love we shared with those we cared for is sacred and what they feel from us at all times, even now. Thank you so much for sharing your story. You are helping so many of us.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2694">Anonymous</a>.</p> <p>You sound like an amazing Caregiver Warrior and I just know he so appreciated the love you showed him always. I understand as you know, about losing my patience and feeling bad about it. I truly believe, however this is completely human and normal and we are always doing the absolute best that we can. Please be kind to yourself. You are not alone. We must remember that the love we shared with those we cared for is sacred and what they feel from us at all times, even now. Thank you so much for sharing your story. You are helping so many of us.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on When caregivers lose patience: how not to feel like a loser! by Anonymous </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2694</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Anonymous]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 18:06:39 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=227518#comment-2694</guid> <description><![CDATA[Thank you for writing this ,Susanne. This is part of that terrible guilt I struggle with after the loss of my loved one. In my case, my husband of 32 years. Because of the love for him and the wonderful life he gave me, I so wanted to be his 24/7 caregiver through Alzheimer's and congestive heart failure. He was 87 and I, 75. I slept with 1 eye open on the sofa to be close to him day and night. I was then and still am sleep deprived. Today is the 4-month anniversary of his passing. He passed much sooner than I ever expected. My daughters and even his RN in hospice were concerned about my health. While I did the best I could, not being a medical professional, I admit times where it was just so hard, and I raised my voice. I regret that and feel guilty for doing so. Being the only caregiver 24/7 is immensely difficult as you cannot come and go as you please. Finding a break so you don't break. It was all I could do to get 5 minutes for a shower. I appreciate your article. The title says it all. Thank you for the opportunity to comment.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thank you for writing this ,Susanne. This is part of that terrible guilt I struggle with after the loss of my loved one. In my case, my husband of 32 years. Because of the love for him and the wonderful life he gave me, I so wanted to be his 24/7 caregiver through Alzheimer’s and congestive heart failure. He was 87 and I, 75. I slept with 1 eye open on the sofa to be close to him day and night. I was then and still am sleep deprived. Today is the 4-month anniversary of his passing. He passed much sooner than I ever expected. My daughters and even his RN in hospice were concerned about my health. While I did the best I could, not being a medical professional, I admit times where it was just so hard, and I raised my voice. I regret that and feel guilty for doing so. Being the only caregiver 24/7 is immensely difficult as you cannot come and go as you please. Finding a break so you don’t break. It was all I could do to get 5 minutes for a shower. I appreciate your article. The title says it all. Thank you for the opportunity to comment.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on It’s Ok and Be Kind to Yourself About it. by Susanne White </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/its-ok-and-be-kind-to-yourself-about-it/#comment-2690</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susanne White]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 02:49:23 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=225869#comment-2690</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/its-ok-and-be-kind-to-yourself-about-it/#comment-2689">Lynn Abaté-Johnson</a>. Thank you so much for your feedback. I know how I worried over so many things and found it so hard to give myself some grace. Although it can be difficult, we really need to understand that we are all human, we are all doing the best we can and by showing up we do make a difference. When we are kind to ourselves, we inherently are kinder to others. It’s a win, win.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/its-ok-and-be-kind-to-yourself-about-it/#comment-2689">Lynn Abaté-Johnson</a>.</p> <p>Thank you so much for your feedback. I know how I worried over so many things and found it so hard to give myself some grace. Although it can be difficult, we really need to understand that we are all human, we are all doing the best we can and by showing up we do make a difference. When we are kind to ourselves, we inherently are kinder to others. It’s a win, win.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on It’s Ok and Be Kind to Yourself About it. by Lynn Abaté-Johnson </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/its-ok-and-be-kind-to-yourself-about-it/#comment-2689</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lynn Abaté-Johnson]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 19:09:12 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=225869#comment-2689</guid> <description><![CDATA[Thank you so much for this encouragement and inspiration, Susanne. I appreciate you.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thank you so much for this encouragement and inspiration, Susanne. I appreciate you.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on When caregivers lose patience: how not to feel like a loser! by Susanne White </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2688</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susanne White]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:27:24 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=227518#comment-2688</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2687">Jen L</a>. Oh Jen, I know how you feel. Caregiving is brutal for sure and I felt like I was completely alone in my struggle. My Mom was so unhappy with needing help and that I was the one offering it! You are a true Caregiber Warrior and you are not alone. I’m thinking of you and so many of us are inspired by the fact that despite not being appreciated, you are showing up and making a difference. Sharing your thoughts and feelings make us feel less alone too. Thank you!]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2687">Jen L</a>.</p> <p>Oh Jen, I know how you feel. Caregiving is brutal for sure and I felt like I was completely alone in my struggle. My Mom was so unhappy with needing help and that I was the one offering it! You are a true Caregiber Warrior and you are not alone. I’m thinking of you and so many of us are inspired by the fact that despite not being appreciated, you are showing up and making a difference. Sharing your thoughts and feelings make us feel less alone too. Thank you!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on When caregivers lose patience: how not to feel like a loser! by Jen L </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/when-caregivers-lose-patience-how-not-to-feel-like-a-loser/#comment-2687</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jen L]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 02:17:00 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=227518#comment-2687</guid> <description><![CDATA[I thank the person who wrote that above. I felt like an alien until now. Care giving is b r u t a l. Especially a family member who may not appreciate your sacrifice. God bless.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I thank the person who wrote that above. I felt like an alien until now. Care giving is b r u t a l. Especially a family member who may not appreciate your sacrifice. God bless.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on How to cope with grouchy patients: don’t take it personally! by Susanne White </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/how-to-cope-with-grouchy-patients-dont-take-it-personally/#comment-2653</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susanne White]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 02:19:47 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=7583#comment-2653</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/how-to-cope-with-grouchy-patients-dont-take-it-personally/#comment-2649">Toni</a>. God bless you! You are a true Caregiver Warrior. You are why I use the word warrior, because even when you heart is bleeding you show up to help walk her home with love and understanding. You inspire me and so many of us here. By sharing your story, you are reminding us we are not alone and we can carry on. I am so happy my thoughts on our grouchy, grumpy and even mean loved ones and how hard we love them struck a note. I'm thinking of you and thank for being such a role model.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/how-to-cope-with-grouchy-patients-dont-take-it-personally/#comment-2649">Toni</a>.</p> <p>God bless you! You are a true Caregiver Warrior. You are why I use the word warrior, because even when you heart is bleeding you show up to help walk her home with love and understanding. You inspire me and so many of us here. By sharing your story, you are reminding us we are not alone and we can carry on. I am so happy my thoughts on our grouchy, grumpy and even mean loved ones and how hard we love them struck a note. I’m thinking of you and thank for being such a role model.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on How to cope with grouchy patients: don’t take it personally! by Toni </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/how-to-cope-with-grouchy-patients-dont-take-it-personally/#comment-2649</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Toni]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Oct 2024 15:34:58 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=7583#comment-2649</guid> <description><![CDATA[I’m living this today. I feel this was a heaven sent. Thank you for your deep words. Lots of tears came out as read my story. The reality is that we do it with love but it’s hard especially when she’s grumpy, Nasty and harsh for no reason because all you’re doing is pouring out love & care. Sometimes my heart was bleeding and all I can do is pray for strength. Again thank you for your words. God bless you.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I’m living this today. I feel this was a heaven sent. Thank you for your deep words. Lots of tears came out as read my story. The reality is that we do it with love but it’s hard especially when she’s grumpy, Nasty and harsh for no reason because all you’re doing is pouring out love & care. Sometimes my heart was bleeding and all I can do is pray for strength. </p> <p>Again thank you for your words. God bless you.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on From Negativity to Positivity: Self-talk Tips for Caregivers by Susanne White </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/from-negativity-to-positivity-self-talk-tips-for-caregivers/#comment-2473</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susanne White]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:34:17 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=228095#comment-2473</guid> <description><![CDATA[In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/from-negativity-to-positivity-self-talk-tips-for-caregivers/#comment-2472">Hope to Healing</a>. Thank you so much for your feedback! It's amazing how loud and persistent that inner negative judge and jury can be! Can you imagine? Here we are doing the best we can and yet we beat ourselves up, rarely treating ourselves to the compassion and care we so freely give to others. But I believe the first step to self acceptance and respect is being aware of how we treat ourselves. Then hopefully we can get in touch with the grace we can claim for ourselves. Best wishes!]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In reply to <a href="https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/from-negativity-to-positivity-self-talk-tips-for-caregivers/#comment-2472">Hope to Healing</a>.</p> <p>Thank you so much for your feedback! It’s amazing how loud and persistent that inner negative judge and jury can be! Can you imagine? Here we are doing the best we can and yet we beat ourselves up, rarely treating ourselves to the compassion and care we so freely give to others. But I believe the first step to self acceptance and respect is being aware of how we treat ourselves. Then hopefully we can get in touch with the grace we can claim for ourselves. Best wishes!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title> Comment on From Negativity to Positivity: Self-talk Tips for Caregivers by Hope to Healing </title> <link>https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/from-negativity-to-positivity-self-talk-tips-for-caregivers/#comment-2472</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hope to Healing]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 05:55:09 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.caregiverwarrior.com/?p=228095#comment-2472</guid> <description><![CDATA[This article offers such valuable and practical advice for caregivers! The self-talk tips are truly empowering and provide a great reminder of how powerful a positive mindset can be, especially when dealing with the challenges of caregiving. It's so important to take care of ourselves mentally and emotionally, and this piece highlights that beautifully. Thank you for sharing these insights—I'm sure they'll be a game-changer for many caregivers!]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This article offers such valuable and practical advice for caregivers! The self-talk tips are truly empowering and provide a great reminder of how powerful a positive mindset can be, especially when dealing with the challenges of caregiving. It’s so important to take care of ourselves mentally and emotionally, and this piece highlights that beautifully. Thank you for sharing these insights—I’m sure they’ll be a game-changer for many caregivers!</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss> <!-- Performance optimized by W3 Total Cache. Learn more: https://www.boldgrid.com/w3-total-cache/ Page Caching using Disk: Enhanced (Page is feed) Minified using Disk Database Caching 14/85 queries in 0.037 seconds using Disk Served from: www.caregiverwarrior.com @ 2025-02-20 06:32:03 by W3 Total Cache -->