Episodes

Feeling overwhelmed and stuck in caregiving? Discover how saying 'Yes' to the right things can transform your journey. In this episode, we’ll redefine boundaries, shifting from a mindset of negativity to one of empowerment. Through a guided...

This is a companion breathing exercise of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast.   A deep breath in through your nose fills your body with calm, while a strong breath out through your mouth helps release any tension or extra energy. This simple exercise...

The holidays can feel magical—or completely overwhelming, especially for cancer caregivers.  In this episode, we dive into the real struggles of balancing caregiving, traditions, and expectations during the festive season. Learn simple...

This is a companion breathing exercise for Episode 12 of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This 10 minute breathing exercise will help you find the pauses in your day. This technique will give you the ability to reset and give you the opportunity to shift...

Caregiving can feel like an endless sprint, but hidden in your day are tiny pauses that can transform everything. In this episode, I’ll show you how to find these moments of stillness and use them to reset, breathe, and reclaim balance—no matter...

This is a bonus episode for The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This is a 5 minute breathing exercise that will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.  Technique: Long Emotional Exhale Duration: 5 min Level: Everyone Focus:...

Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to feel grateful during the holidays? Join Charlotte as she unpacks why gratitude feels so hard for cancer caregivers and how to reclaim it in a way that truly serves you. With practical tips and heartfelt insights,...

This is a bonus episode for The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This six minute breathing exercise will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.  Technique: Counting Breath Duration: 6 min Level: Everyone Focus: Learning to...

Struggling to fall back asleep in the middle of the night? In this episode, Charlotte shares a simple counting breath technique that can help you calm your mind, relax your body, and drift back to sleep peacefully. Say goodbye to sleepless nights and...

One of the hardest and most powerful things you’ll do as a caregiver is embrace the truth of your journey. In this episode, discover the strength of radical acceptance and learn how facing hard truths opens the door to living fully each day with...

This is a bonus episode for The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This five minute long exhale exercise will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.  Duration: 5 min Level: Everyone Focus: Learning to focus on an exhale...

In this episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, we’re talking about something many caregivers feel but often resist—crying. Join Charlotte as she explores why letting yourself cry is not a sign of weakness, but rather a vital release that helps...

This episode dives into the heavy reality of being a cancer caregiver when the world around you feels chaotic and overwhelming. From news of political turmoil and violence to personal struggles, the combination of external and internal pressures can...

Are you a cancer caregiver feeling frustrated by empty offers of help, leaving you to do everything on your own? In this episode, Charlotte reveals the game-changing strategy that transformed her caregiving experience. You’ll learn exactly how to...

In this episode, you'll discover how to reclaim your sense of normalcy and peace while waiting for those critical MyChart results. As a cancer caregiver, you'll learn three essential strategies to navigate the waiting game: how to practice mindfulness...

In today's episode, you'll learn three crucial strategies to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of starting a new cancer treatment. Discover how different coping mechanisms, whether it's cancer prepping or using irritation as a shield, can impact...

This is a companion episode to Episode 4 “Frozen in Place: How to Overcome Cancer Caregiver Decision Paralysis”. This five minute slow breathing exercise will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.   ...

Imagine finishing this episode feeling lighter, more in control, and equipped with a simple yet powerful tool to combat the overwhelming stress of caregiving. That’s exactly what you'll get after tuning in. In today’s episode, you'll discover: ...

Want to feel empowered to ask for the help you need as a cancer caregiver? This episode will have you'll walking away knowing you're not alone and truly understanding how to navigate the complex emotions tied to caregiving. In this episode, you'll...

By the end of today's episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, you'll have a fresh perspective on self-care that will empower you to genuinely take care of yourself while caregiving—without the guilt or the commercial pressure.  Here are three...

After finishing this episode, you'll walk away feeling more in control and better equipped to handle the overwhelming moments that come with being a cancer caregiver. This episode is designed to help you prioritize self-care while maintaining your...

Before this podcast officially gets started, I'd like to share my thoughts on cancer caregiving so you can be very clear on what to expect from me and know that each 15 minute episode won't be a waste of time because I know time and words matter. This...

Are you a cancer caregiver feeling overwhelmed and neglected? It's time to step into the badass caregiver you truly are. I'm Charlotte, your host of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. Every week, this show will be a place where self-care is celebrated, and...