Celebrating three years of the Caregiver Cup podcast, we have truly come a long way. What began as a humble hope to make a difference in the lives of caregivers has grown into an impactful platform that has built a community and reshaped countless lives. We have not only built a podcast, but a support network where caregivers can share their experiences, find solace in common struggles, and draw strength from each other.

I remember the excitement and apprehension of starting this journey. The uncertainty was overwhelming, but so was the passion. The dream of creating a podcast was met with doubts and fears, but also a profound belief in the potential of what we were embarking on. It's this raw, unfiltered passion that drove us to plunge right into the podcasting world, with nothing more than a dream and a microphone.

We've grown tremendously since then, with our vision expanding along with our community. From changing our name to broadening our content scope, we have...

Caregiving can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges, one of which is the constant worry and anxiety that caregivers often face. This is a topic we explore in depth in our latest podcast episode, "Redirecting Chronic and Obsessive Worry as a Caregiver."

Worry and anxiety are common among caregivers, often due to the uncertainty and unpredictability that come with caring for someone else's health and well-being. Whether it's concern about a loved one's prognosis, managing medical appointments, or simply the daily tasks of caregiving, these worries can easily consume us and take a toll on our mental health.

Understanding the difference between general worry and unhealthy worry is the first step towards managing this anxiety. General worry is a normal human emotion and can be helpful in some situations. However, when worry becomes obsessive, it can lead to anxiety and even physical symptoms, such as heart palpitations, stomach aches, or insomnia.

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