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In this episode, I discuss the importance of defining your role as a caregiver, similar to how you define other roles in your life like being a parent, employee, or friend. By understanding your role and setting clear expectations, you can navigate the challenges of caregiving more effectively. I guide you through six steps to define your role as a caregiver:

1. Reflect on where you are in the caregiving journey.
2. Understand what things are outside of your control.
3. Define what you do have control over and focus your role on that.
4. Clarify your values related to caregiving.
5. Brainstorm your purpose as a caregiver, focusing on who you want to be.
6. Define the role of a caregiver for yourself, incorporating your values and purpose.

By going through this process, you can create a clear and actionable role for yourself as a caregiver, providing a sense of grounding and direction in the midst of challenges.

Links from this episode:
Episode 4 - Staying Focused on What You Can Control
Ben Pugh Coaching - Coach for Parents and Teens
Relationship values list
6 Steps to Defining the Role of Caregiver When Your Partner is Sick

As a Resiliency Coach for people who are caregiving for their partner, I'm here to support YOU, the caregiver. Learn more about my work at www.coachmarika.com.