Coping with Caregiver Guilt

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We unpack where caregiver guilt comes from, why it feels so heavy, and how to respond with clarity instead of self-judgment. Robin shares practical steps to name guilt, reset expectations, accept help, and protect energy for sustainable care.

• why guilt often signals care, not failure
• how impossible standards create shame and burnout
• role reversal with parents and grief hidden in guilt
• second guessing safety and long-term care decisions
• naming emotions to separate feelings from facts
• checking stories and resetting expectations
• counting contributions instead of gaps
• accepting help as a sign of wisdom
• simple self-care that lowers mental noise
• finding support groups, counseling, and peers
• choosing balance to sustain care

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