In this caregiver spotlight episode, meet former family caregiver Henry, author of The Dutiful Daughter’s Guide to Caregiving. Learn how Judith received her wake up call to take care of her own health, how she got started with writing and how she has found unexpected joy in herb gardening (part of the fun is in naming her herbs!).
Listen to the show: Caregiver Spotlight – Judith Henry
Words of Encouragement
Each episode starts off with a few words of inspiration or motivation that is pulled from the Happy Healthy Caregiver Jar.
Links & Resources Mentioned
- Judith’s book “The Dutiful Daughter’s Guide to Caregiving” is a great combo of humor and practical wisdom. It was host Elizabeth’s first caregiving book that she read.
- We spoke about receiving help and building a care team.
- We also spoke a lot about writing and journaling.
- We didn’t speak about this on the show but I just had to find out what Judith’s favorite pen is! Who doesn’t love a great pen?!
- How to start your own simple herb garden and some healthy herb recipes.
- Hot energizing beverage recipe to enjoy: Stem of fresh mint, slice of ginger root, and some local honey in hot water.
- Maybe gardening isn’t your thing. In this previous podcast episode, we chat about the joy of learning new things and share ideas.
- Judith inherited the practice of gratitude from her mom.
- Basics of thrift store shopping from a professional thrifter.
- Check out this profound book that Judith recently read about the rehabilitation of boys who were previously in gangs:
- You can connect with Judith here and on her Dutiful Daughter Facebook page. On her site you’ll find her blog and learn more about her caregiving writing workshops.
- Scroll below to request your free Self Care Plan download.
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Favorite moments & quotes from the episode
Listener Question(s)
Judith & I thought it would be fun to have this week’s question be a writing prompt.
Write about one thing about yourself that has to do with caregiving and two things about yourself that have nothing to do with caregiving.
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