What happens when the one doing the caring begins to wear down? In this tender and honest episode, Sarah Joy Covey sits down with Tanya to talk about the unseen weight caregivers often carry—especially when the journey is long, emotional, and uncertain.

As Tanya reflects on her ten-year journey of caring for her mother with dementia, she opens up about the fatigue, guilt, grief, and grace that come with caregiving. Together, she and Sarah explore the emotional toll caregiving can take, why self-compassion is essential, and how we can better support those doing this important, sacred work.

Whether you're walking through caregiving yourself or loving someone who is, this conversation offers empathy, wisdom, and hope.

Sarah asks Tanya:

• What’s been the hardest part of the caregiving journey?

• How can caregivers balance self-care with the demands of supporting someone else?

• What emotions—like guilt, resentment, or numbness—often show up, and how can we process them?

• How can friends and family truly support caregivers in meaningful ways?

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This episode is intended for mental health education purposes and is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek a mental health professional or other qualified health provider regarding your mental health for personal advice and care.

First responders dedicate their lives to helping others, but who is there to support them when the weight of their work becomes overwhelming? In this episode, Sarah Joy Covey sits down with Craig Head, a practicum student at Covey Wellness Centre with a deep passion for serving those who serve our communities.

Craig shares his journey from decades of ministry and chaplaincy into psychotherapy, discussing the unique mental health challenges first responders face. From high-pressure situations to the cumulative impact of trauma, we explore why therapy and support systems are essential for their well-being.

If you or someone you love is a first responder navigating stress, burnout, or the emotional toll of the job, this conversation offers insight and encouragement for seeking the help you deserve.

Sarah asks Craig:

• What inspired you to transition from ministry into psychotherapy?

• What are some of the biggest mental health challenges first responders face?

• How can therapy help first responders process trauma and stress?

• What steps can first responders take to prioritize their well-being?

Sarah's Episode with Connexus:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq8Og0UoeP4

Visit www.coveywellnesscentre.com for support and resources.

This episode is intended for mental health education purposes and is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek a mental health professional or other qualified health provider regarding your mental health for personal advice and care.

Taking care of your health goes beyond just what’s on your plate—it’s about nourishing your whole self. In this episode, Sarah Joy Covey sits down with Toddia Ververs, a professional personal trainer and holistic nutrition coach, to explore how nutrition fits into a broader approach to well-being.

Toddia shares her personal journey into holistic nutrition and the experiences that shaped her passion for individualized, sustainable wellness. Together, she and Sarah explore how food, movement, stress, and lifestyle all work together to impact our overall well-being.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by diet culture, struggled with energy levels, or wondered how to nourish your body in a way that actually works for you, this conversation is for you.

Sarah asks Toddia:

1. What is holistic nutrition, and how does it differ from other approaches?

2. How does what we eat affect our mental and emotional well-being?

3. What are some common challenges people face when trying to improve their nutrition, and how can they overcome them?

4. Why is personalized support so important when it comes to making sustainable health changes?

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Visit www.coveywellnesscentre.com for support and resources.

This episode is intended for mental health education purposes and is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek a mental health professional or other qualified health provider regarding your mental health for personal advice and care.