In this caregiver spotlight episode, meet Janet Fouts who was first introduced to caregiving with her aging parents and has spent the last dozen years caring for her partner with breast cancer. Janet recognized she experienced depression and caregiver burnout and in this episode she shares about how mindfulness, meditation, and highlighting the caregiving stories of others in her book have helped her return to her happy place. She is so intentional in helping others on their caregiving journey that she is offering her book as a free download for the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast listeners.
Listen to the show: Caregiver Spotlight – Janet Fouts
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- Janet’s first introduction to caregiving was with her dad who had Alzheimer’s.
- Janet’s mom had a bone disease called osteoporosis and congestive heart failure.
- Twelve years ago Janet’s partner was diagnosed with breast cancer.
- Warning signs of depression and caregiver burnout. Janet’s main sign was being tired all of the time and losing interest in activities.
- Your Amygdala is the part of the brain that controls your emotions.
- Exercise is a great way to dissipate cortisol and become calmer.
- Elizabeth shares about how meditation has become a healthy habit for her.
- Janet’s book explains many breathing techniques and calming strategies and she is sharing a FREE download for all of the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast listeners. Click here to download your copy of the book.
- Janet enjoys overnight oats for breakfast.
- Janet is inspired by American Buddhist nun Pema Chrodron and recommends any of her books.
- Janet shared the loving kindness prayer as one of her favorite quick mindfulness techniques.
- Visit Janet’s website to connect with her and find out more about the products and services she offers. You can also find her on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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