Caregiver Secrets

S5 Ep 13 Unleash Forgiveness and Transform Your Caregiving Heart

Series 3 • Day 3: Steps to Cultivate a Forgiving Mindset
Are you exhausted by the weight of old hurts … yet terrified of what will happen if you don’t release them? This episode will guide you through eight simple but powerful steps to transform your anger into compassion—so you can finally breathe easy, reconnect with your heart, and rediscover joy in your caregiving.
In today’s episode you’ll discover:
• Why naming your pain is the first act of courage—and how it frees you within minutes.• The surprising shift that happens when you choose to forgive before you “feel” it.• How one act of empathy dissolves years of resentment overnight.• The secret to rewriting your toughest memories so they fuel your strength instead of sapping it.• Why self‑forgiveness is the most radical act of self‑care you can offer yourself.• A simple daily ritual that turns forgiveness into a lifelong habit.• How setting loving boundaries actually deepens your connection—and why it’s essential for a healthy heart.• The one thing to say every morning that will keep anger from ever stealing your peace again.
This isn’t “feel‑good” fluff. These are real‑world strategies I’ve used over ten years of caregiving—and they work. By the end of this episode, you’ll have an actionable, step‑by‑step plan to let go of past wounds and move forward with a lighter spirit.
Ready to break free? Hit play now—and don’t forget to grab your free copy of Get Risen for even more powerful tools to lift you from surviving to thriving: https://bit.ly/GetRisen
Share this with a fellow caregiver who needs to forgive so they can heal. Because when we let go together, we rise together.

S5 Ep 12 I Had to Let It Go… It Was Killing Me Softly — A Caregiver’s Turning Point

🎧 Episode Title: I Had to Let It Go… It Was Killing Me Softly — A Caregiver’s Turning Point
Welcome to Caregiver Secrets — the podcast where we speak the truth no one else is saying out loud.In today’s raw and powerful episode, we dive into the moment many caregivers face but few can talk about: the silent weight of unforgiveness.
You’ll hear the story of one caregiver who was drowning in bitterness while doing everything "right"—until she hit her breaking point. Her story isn’t just gripping—it’s transformational.This isn’t about pretending the pain never happened. It’s about finally releasing what’s been quietly destroying your peace.
Inside this episode:
The hidden cost of carrying pain while caregiving
How forgiveness changes you—even if the person never changes
What science says about the healing power of letting go
A step you can take today to start breathing again
A dose of hope you didn’t know you needed
If you’re caring for someone who once hurt you—or if you’re holding on to old wounds while trying to be strong—this episode is your lifeline.
💬 Ready to take the next step?Grab a free digital copy of my book Get Risen—created just for caregivers who feel unseen, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode.👉https://bit.ly/GetRisen
🙏 Please remember: This podcast is not medical, legal, mental health, or financial advice. It’s based on personal experience and research. Always consult a qualified professional for your specific needs.
🎙️ Tag a friend. Share the episode. Let’s start healing—together.

S5 Ep 11 Don’t You Dare Say the F-Word—Not While I’m Caring for the Person Who Broke Me

🎙️ Caregiver Secrets: Show Notes – Season 5, Series 3, Day 1Episode Title: Understanding Forgiveness in the Context of AbuseViral Title: “Don’t You Dare Say the F Word Around Me” — The Caregiver’s Reckoning with Forgiveness
Description:Welcome to a new chapter of Caregiver Secrets. In today’s raw and riveting episode, we step into the quiet war that rages inside many caregivers—especially those caring for someone who once caused them deep harm. This isn’t the glossy forgiveness you read about in devotionals or see in movies. This is the gritty, soul-wrestling kind that shows up when your abuser forgets your name… but you still remember the pain.
Meet Tasha—a fictional, yet emotionally real character—who tells people her mother died long ago, even though she’s very much alive and now deep into Alzheimer’s. Tasha’s story reflects a truth too many caregivers face: the ones who once tore us down sometimes become the ones we’re called to lift up.
This is Day 1 in Series 3: The Journey Toward Forgiveness. And we’re not holding back. We’re unpacking what forgiveness is not—it’s not forgetting, not excusing, not reconciling. Instead, we’re shining a light on what forgiveness can be: a decision to break free from the chains of bitterness and step into healing for your own sake.
If you’ve ever whispered “I’ll never forgive them…” but still show up with soup and clean sheets… this one is for you.
Whether your story looks like Tasha’s or feels completely different, you’ll walk away with clarity, validation, and perhaps your very first step toward peace.
In This Episode You’ll Learn:
Why forgiveness is one of the most complicated parts of caregiving
What forgiveness isn’t (and why you don’t have to wait for an apology)
A powerful, fictional story that echoes real-life emotions caregivers face
How to begin the long, non-linear path of healing—at your own pace
💬 Listener Reflection Prompt:What’s one step you could take today toward reclaiming your peace? Even if it’s just naming the hurt.
📘 Free Gift for You:If this episode resonated with you, I invite you to download a free copy of my book Get Risen, https://bit.ly/GetRisen.  It’s filled with practical tools, mantras, and mindset shifts to help you go from just surviving to truly thriving on your caregiving journey. You’ll find the link in the show notes.
⚠️ Disclaimer:This episode is based on personal experience and research. It is not intended as medical, legal, mental health, or financial advice. Please consult licensed professionals for support in your specific situation.
🙏 Final Note:You are doing holy work. Even if no one ever said it before—I see you. You are not alone. We’re walking this road together. Keep going, caregiver. You are stronger than you know.

S5 Ep 10 I Set These Boundaries To Protect Myself—Now They Are Holding Me Hostage

What if the very boundaries you put in place to survive... are now keeping you from truly living?
In today’s episode of Caregiver Secrets, we dive into one of the hardest truths of caregiving: sometimes, our boundaries become cages. You’ll hear the emotional story of a caregiver who built walls to stay sane—and the quiet moment that made him realize it was time to loosen the grip.
If you’ve ever struggled with knowing when to protect yourself and when to open your heart just a little wider… this episode is for you.
This isn’t about guilt. It’s about growth.
You’ll discover:
Why not every boundary is meant to last forever
How to tell when a boundary is no longer serving you
The difference between self-protection and self-isolation
And how to adjust without losing yourself
Plus, I’ll share a gentle reframe that will help you evolve your limits with confidence—not fear.
💥 Grab your free copy of my book Get Risen—written specifically for caregivers who want to survive and rise above the overwhelm:👉 https://bit.ly/GetRisen
And remember: this podcast is not medical, legal, or professional advice. It’s based on my personal experience and research. Always seek guidance from professionals for your unique situation.

S5 Ep 9 Caring Without Killing Yourself: How to Survive the Role and Keep Your Soul

Are you giving your all as a caregiver—but feel like you're losing yourself in the process?
In this powerful episode of Caregiver Secrets, we’re talking about what no one else wants to say out loud: sometimes caregiving feels like it's killing you. Emotionally. Spiritually. Even physically. But it doesn’t have to.
You’ll hear the story of a caregiver pushed to her breaking point—and the boundary-setting breakthrough that changed everything. We’ll unpack the myth that self-sacrifice means love, and explore how faith and wisdom can guide you to care without collapsing.
If you’re worn out, resentful, or feel like you’ve disappeared under the weight of someone else’s needs, this is your lifeline. You are allowed to protect your peace and still show up with love.
💥 And if you haven’t grabbed it yet—get your FREE copy of my book Get Risen. It’s filled with the mantras, mindset shifts, and tools that have helped me (and hundreds of other caregivers) go from surviving to thriving.
🎁 Grab your free copy here: https://bit.ly/GetRisen
This episode is not medical, legal, or professional advice. It’s based on personal experience and research. Always seek qualified help for your unique situation.

S5 Ep8 Drowning in Caregiver Guilt? This Lifeline Might Just Save You.

You love them. You care for them. But deep down, you're exhausted, angry… and drowning in guilt for even feeling that way. If you’ve ever tried to set boundaries only to be hit with guilt or judgment—from others or yourself—this episode is the lifeline you didn’t know you needed.
In today’s raw and revealing episode of Caregiver Secrets, we dive deep into one of the hardest parts of caregiving: the crushing guilt that shows up when you finally try to protect your own well-being. Through a gripping story that will hit close to home, we unpack why guilt shows up, how to manage the resistance that follows, and why boundaries are not just allowed—they're essential for your survival.
💥 This isn’t about abandoning your loved one.💥 It’s about refusing to abandon yourself.
If you’re tired of being everything to everyone and still feeling like it’s never enough, hit play now. Your healing starts here.
📘 For more daily inspiration, check out Get Risen—the book designed to elevate every caregiver’s soul.

S5 Ep 7 Boundaries aren’t concrete barriers—they’re life-affirming bridges to peace.

🎙️ Episode Title: Boundaries Aren’t Concrete Barriers—They’re Life-Affirming Bridges to Peace
💡 Episode Summary:
In this must-listen episode of Caregiver Secrets, we’re flipping the script on what boundaries really mean. If you’ve ever felt guilty for saying “no” or struggled to set limits with a loved one—especially one who once hurt you—this episode is your breakthrough moment.
Discover how healthy boundaries don’t lock you in or shut others out… they liberate you. Learn how to say no with love, protect your peace without shame, and reclaim your life while still showing up with compassion.
🎧 What You’ll Learn:
Why setting boundaries is not selfish—it’s survival.
How to create limits that honor both your loved one and your well-being.
A practical, grace-filled framework to define and communicate boundaries that actually work.
The surprising freedom that comes when you stop trying to be everything for everyone.
🔥 Perfect For:
Family caregivers who feel overwhelmed, overextended, or unseen.
Anyone caring for a loved one with dementia or a difficult past.
Listeners ready to trade guilt for peace and burnout for balance.
💬 Listener Love That Would Make Me Smile: “This episode gave me permission I didn’t know I needed. Boundaries finally make sense. Thank you!”
📌 Mentioned in This Episode:
 
Check out my book Get Risen for mantras, mindset shifts, and real-life caregiver breakthroughs. Did I mention that you can get it for FREE for a limited time.
🚨 Reminder: This podcast is not medical, legal, or therapeutic advice. It’s based on personal experience and research. Always consult professionals for your specific needs.

S5 Ep6 ‘No’ Is the Most Loving Word: The Caregiver’s Secret to Surviving Burnout

Episode 6: “When ‘No’ Is the Most Loving Word: The Caregiver’s Secret to Surviving Burnout”
What if saying no was the most loving thing you could do—not just for yourself, but for the person you care for?
In this powerful kickoff to our new 5-part series on Establishing Healthy Boundaries, we dive deep into the caregiver’s silent struggle with guilt, people-pleasing, and emotional exhaustion. If you've ever felt like you're disappearing under the weight of doing everything for everyone, this episode is your lifeline.
You’ll hear Maria’s emotional story—one that might mirror your own—and walk away with the tools to:
Say “no” without shame or fear
Set boundaries that protect your peace
Break free from resentment before it breaks you
This isn’t just an episode. It’s a permission slip to reclaim your energy, your time, and your identity.
💥 Listen now and learn the secret every thriving caregiver knows: love needs limits.
👇 Tap the link below to go deeper:
📘 Get your free copy of Get Risen→ https://bit.ly/GetRisenBook
🎧 Don’t forget to follow the podcast so you never miss an episode in this boundary-shifting series.
 

S5 Ep 5 Sorry Never Came from Their Mouths—And Yet I Came to Care for Them

Sorry Never Came from Their Mouths—And Yet I Came to Care for Them”
Episode Summary:What happens when the one who hurt you becomes the one who needs you? In this deeply moving episode of Caregiver Secrets, Reginald D. Reglus takes you inside the story of Tanya—a woman caring for the very mother who never apologized for the emotional wounds she inflicted. This raw and redemptive journey explores what it means to show up, even when closure never comes.
Whether you’ve been holding out for an apology that may never arrive or wrestling with the weight of unresolved childhood pain, this episode offers practical steps, spiritual grounding, and soul-deep encouragement.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
The emotional toll of caregiving for a difficult or abusive parent
Why some apologies never come—and how to heal anyway
How forgiveness can become a daily freedom ritual
A powerful prayer for release, peace, and restoration
Two soul-stirring quotes from Get Risen to lift you in the process
Featured Quotes from Get Risen
“Forgiving is something we do to free ourselves. If we are wise, we make it a ritual that at the end of the day we execute a forgiveness routine…”
“This book is designed to raise you up higher… and discover invaluable resources that will propel you from simply surviving to truly thriving.”
Feeling stuck in pain that never got an apology?This episode is your invitation to reclaim peace and choose freedom. You don't have to carry the bitterness. You don’t have to wait for permission to heal.
🎧 Listen now. Share with someone who’s walking this path.❤️ Because healing is possible—even without the words “I’m sorry.”
Mentioned in This Episode:
Get Risen by Reginald D. Reglus
Journal of Gerontological Social Work study on caregiver burden
Guided prayer and steps for emotional restoration
If you’ve ever felt like caregiving is reopening old wounds… you are not alone.
💛 Get your free copy of my book, Get RisenFor encouragement, truth, and strength on the hardest days, download Get Risen—my free book created just for caregivers like you.👉 bit.ly/GetRisen
🌱 Join the Caregiver Secrets Facebook GroupYou don’t have to carry this alone. Come connect with others who understand the highs, lows, and in-betweens of caregiving.👉 https://bit.ly/CaregiverSecretsOnFacebook
Disclaimer: This episode is not medical, legal, or professional advice. It’s based on personal experience and research. Always consult a professional for your unique situation.
 
 
 

S5 Ep4 He Made Me Feel Small… But I Learned to Stand Tall as His Caregiver

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He Made Me Feel Small… But I Learned to Stand Tall as His CaregiverCaregiver Secrets | Season 5, Episode 4 – The Role of Self-Esteem in Caregiving Dynamics
What happens when the person who once tore down your self-worth now needs you to help them survive?
In this powerful and heart-wrenching episode, we follow Aaron—a son who was raised to feel invisible and inadequate—now stepping into the role of caregiver for the very man who made him feel small. As Aaron navigates resentment, responsibility, and rediscovery, we uncover the quiet strength it takes to care without losing yourself, and the surprising healing that can happen when you start standing tall in your truth.
If you’ve ever felt like caregiving is reopening old wounds… you are not alone.
💛 Get your free copy of my book, Get RisenFor encouragement, truth, and strength on the hardest days, download Get Risen—my free book created just for caregivers like you.👉 bit.ly/GetRisen
🌱 Join the Caregiver Secrets Facebook GroupYou don’t have to carry this alone. Come connect with others who understand the highs, lows, and in-betweens of caregiving.👉 https://bit.ly/CaregiverSecretsOnFacebook
Disclaimer: This episode is not medical, legal, or professional advice. It’s based on personal experience and research. Always consult a professional for your unique situation.