Caregiving is a deeply emotional journey—full of love, frustration, joy, and exhaustion, sometimes all at once. In this episode, we revisit the AIM Framework—a tool designed to help family caregivers manage stress by tuning into the full spectrum of what we feel.

You’ll hear:

• Why it’s just as important to acknowledge joy as it is to acknowledge stress
• How laughter and lightness can serve as tools for emotional resilience
• Practical ways to identify what makes you feel okay—and how to commit to more of it

AIM stands for:

• A – Acknowledge how you're feeling
• I – Identify what you need in order to continue caring
• M – Make a commitment to yourself

This episode is a reminder that it's not selfish to care for yourself—it’s essential. Tune in and take aim at both the heavy and light moments of caregiving.

Helpful Links:

https://caregiver.com/articles/laughter-medicine/

https://familycaregiversonline.net/keeping-your-sense-of-humor-as-a-family-caregiver/

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/its-ok-to-laugh-right-now

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relief/art-20044456

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/play-your-way-sane/202010/how-use-humor-manage-stress

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When it comes to fall prevention, we often focus on external fixes—like clearing walkways and installing handrails. But there's an internal factor that's just as important: bone health.

In this episode, I dive into how osteoporosis, often called a “silent threat,” impacts fall risks. We cover:

• The connection between osteoporosis and fall-related injuries

• The difference between osteoporosis and osteopenia

• Different ways to prevent bone loss—and how to fit prevention into your lifestyle as a busy family caregiver

Taking care of your bones is another way of taking care of the people you love. Tune in to learn practical ways to strengthen bone health and reduce fall risks.

Links & Resources for today’s episode:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21855-osteopenia

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4443-osteoporosis

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db405.htm

https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/

Conditions that affect your bones https://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/ss/slideshow-bone-conditions

https://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/ss/slideshow-boost-bone-health Simple Steps to Strengthen Your bones

8 Weight Bering exercises for Stronger Bones https://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/features/exercise-weight-bearing

Do Medications Affect Your bones https://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/features/medication-affect-bones

10 Medications that May Increase Your Risk of Osteoporosis https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/osteoporosis/medications-that-may-increase-risk-for-fractures

For guesting opportunities, send me a message at ⁠slyarbrough@praxisforcare.com⁠

For information on what I do and to read my blog, visit ⁠praxisforcare.com⁠

Learn more about my book: https://www.praxisforcare.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/praxisforcare⁠

Intro & Outro Music by: https://www.bensound.com

When a loved one faces illness or injury, caregiving becomes a shared journey—not just their experience, but ours too.

In this episode, we explore how reflecting on what we would want in a time of need can shape how we care for others. We discuss:

• The importance of including your own experience in caregiving decisions
• How recognizing the relationship as a two-way journey reduces stress
• Why clear thinking and low stress are key to finding the right support

By honoring both perspectives, caregiving becomes more sustainable, compassionate, and satisfying for everyone involved. Tune in to learn how.

For guesting opportunities, send me a message at ⁠slyarbrough@praxisforcare.com⁠

For information on what I do and to read my blog, visit ⁠praxisforcare.com⁠

Learn more about my book: https://www.praxisforcare.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/praxisforcare⁠

Intro & Outro Music by: https://www.bensound.com