In this episode, Carolyn Dowdy shares her deeply personal journey into caregiving and the life-changing experiences that led her to found Caregiver Mental Wellness.

She opens up about how many people become caregivers without realizing it, why caregiver burnout often goes unnoticed, and how long-term stress can quietly impact mental, physical, and emotional health.

This episode offers insight, validation, and practical support for caregivers, parents, and anyone caring for someone they love.

We explore:

• How Carolyn became a caregiver and what sparked her mission

• Why many caregivers don’t identify themselves as caregivers

• The early and long-term signs of caregiver burnout

• How caregiving affects mental, emotional, and physical well-being

• Why self-care is necessary, not selfish

• The impact of long-term chronic stress on health

• Support and free resources available through Caregiver Mental Wellness

• The importance of recognizing and supporting youth caregivers

• How non-caregivers can help and support the caregiving community

Tune in to gain awareness, reassurance, and practical tools to better understand caregiving and prevent burnout. Share this episode with anyone who may be caring for a loved one—or supporting someone who is.

Connect with Carolyn

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Connect with me

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