24: Dealing with Self Judgement as a Caregiver
In the latest episode of my podcast, I delve into the complexities of processing emotional battles and self-care in the journey of caregiving. Join me as I confess my struggle with personal guilt and emotional upheaval while caring for my loved one. Learn how I navigated these choppy waters and discovered a profound understanding of […]
It Can Take AT LEAST a YEAR
Today I feel compelled to share with you a very profound concept that I learned – ‘It takes a year’. This phrase is wisdom handed down through the ages, a compass to guide us in navigating our life’s journey. When retiring from a job we’ve held for a very long period, a significant life transition […]
23: From Frustration to Acceptance: It (Can) Take a Year
Join me for this episode that revolves around adjusting to the role of caregiving for a loved one with terminal illness. Just remember, the importance and necessity of practicing self-care during this process to avoid complete burnout. And remember when it comes to grief, allow yourself the necessary time, around a year, to adjust and […]
The Paradox of Self-Care
I hope this message finds you in good spirits! As I reflect on the month gone by, I want to draw your attention to the importance of self-care in our lives. Not just the traditional methods we often talk about, but approaches that may seem counterintuitive to our normal practices. In our most recent video, […]
22: Navigating Parent-Child Role Reversal
Hello everyone, and welcome back to our podcast channel, Lewy Body and Mindful Caregiving. I am your host Krystal Jakosky. In this episode, we delve into the challenging dimensions of caregiving, mirroring self-awareness, and finding wisdom behind it all. The message of this podcast is about the power of introspection, transformation, and healing while navigating […]
21: Facing Caregiving Reality with Loved Ones
Hello and welcome back to Lewy Body and Mindful Caregiving. I’m your host, Krystal Jakosky, and in this episode, I share my recent self-care journey during a family vacation. Packed with activities and surrounded by loved ones, I decided to consciously set aside time for rest and self-nourishment, a decision that eventually led to me […]
It is OK to feel JOY and SADNESS at the same time
Emotions are an inevitable part of the human experience. They come in all shapes and sizes, sometimes overlapping and conflicting, leaving us perplexed and unsure of how to navigate through them. But what if I told you that it’s okay to have multiple, countless emotions at the same time? It’s normal, and it’s a valuable […]
20: Decoding Dementia: Facing Grief & Embracing Acceptance
In this episode of Lewy Body and Mindful Caregiving, I delve into understanding acceptance, grief, and self-care amidst conflicts. I reveal why it’s so challenging to sustain a state of acceptance and juxtapose this emotional state with grief; they are two sides of the same coin. From detailing daily life struggles to sharing common emotions […]
19: A Caregiving Conversation with my Counselor
In today’s episode, we’re venturing into the often difficult but very necessary conversation about end-of-life care for our loved ones with dementia. We’ll explore the tough decisions caregivers have to make, from defining comfort care to having those tough discussions with our loved ones, and even ourselves, about ‘The End’. This is a very personal […]
17: Unexpected Causes of Death in Lewy Body Dementia
In this emotional roller-coaster of an episode, we navigate the turbulent journey of caregiving for a loved one with Lewy Body dementia. Sharing personal experiences, she explores the struggle to maintain her own identity while shouldering the overwhelming responsibility of caregiving. I opens up about my fears, frustrations, and the small victories that keep her […]