The Cancer Caregiver
The Cancer Caregiver Podcast is for the relentless cancer caregivers who tirelessly prioritize their loved ones but struggle to care for themselves amidst overwhelming responsibilities, societal expectations, and feelings of isolation. What if self-care didn’t feel like one more impossible task? What if you could find moments of joy, even in the chaos? Caregivers face constant challenges: battling burnout, feeling unseen, and navigating the overwhelming pressure to always put themselves last. These struggles exist because society glorifies the selfless caregiver, leaving little room for personal care. But denying yourself isn't sustainable. Instead, it’s time to break free from guilt, shatter misconceptions, and embrace practical self-care that empowers you to thrive. Enter The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, your go-to resource that simplifies self-preservation into actionable, 15-minute strategies. The Cancer Caregiver Podcast delivers short, impactful episodes that focus on one practical self-care technique at a time. From mindfulness and breathing exercises to navigating difficult emotions, we cover strategies that fit seamlessly into your busy life. Hosted by Charlotte, a fellow cancer caregiver, yoga and meditation teacher, this podcast is your supportive sanctuary for reclaiming your time and joy. Charlotte has walked the difficult path of cancer caregiving for over a decade. With firsthand experience of the relentless demands and emotional toll, she knows the battle caregivers face in trying to care for themselves. Charlotte’s background in yoga and meditation uniquely equips her to provide caregivers with tangible, no-nonsense self-care tools, making her the ideal guide for this journey. Life is short. Cancer sucks. But you deserve to live joyfully. Join us on The Cancer Caregiver Podcast and reclaim the space you need to care strong—for yourself and your loved one.
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What if skipping your loved one’s appointment wasn’t neglect, but a radical act of love? In this episode, Charlotte shares a gut-wrenching story that turned into a breakthrough for sustainable caregiving. If you’ve ever felt guilty for wanting to sit one out, this is your permission slip, and your playbook, for prote
In this powerful bonus episode, host Charlotte Bayala joins forces with Bob Coughlin and Paul Kidwell of In Sickness: Men and the Culture of Caregiving to shine a much-needed spotlight on male breast cancer. Survivors Arvind Natarajan and Steve DelGardo share their raw, real journeys: from diagnosis delays and cultura
Not all difficult cancer moments happen in the scan room. Sometimes, they happen in the doctor's office. When a dismissive tone, a careless comment, or an unwillingness to collaborate shakes your confidence what do you do? In this episode, Charlotte shares personal stories and practical tools for navigating uncomforta
You became a caregiver—but no one told you. In this episode, Charlotte explores the quiet, unseen moment you stepped into caregiving. Not when the doctor said, "It's cancer," but in the silent shift that happened inside you. Through vivid storytelling and deep emotional resonance, she names what so many caregivers fe
In this episode, Charlotte digs into the heartache and frustration caregivers often feel around the idea of “making time to connect.” If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or wondering if connection is even worth it, this episode is for you. Through compassionate insight and practical guidance, Charlotte reminds us that c
When cancer rewrites the story of your life, how do you hold onto the parts of it that mattered most? In this powerful episode, Charlotte guides caregivers through the grief of losing the ability to enjoy life with the person you care for the way you used to before cancer. She offers a hopeful, practical shift: focus