The Cancer Caregiver

Holiday gatherings can be tough for caregivers. Between unsolicited advice, "miracle cure" suggestions, and those dreaded "You poor thing" comments, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But you don’t have to face these moments unprepared! In this episode, Charlotte shares the 6 most common awkward holiday conversations cancer caregivers face and introduces a simple yet powerful tool—Square Breathing—tha...

This 10 minute visualization meditation will help you feel calm and focused by imagining peaceful scenes or positive outcomes in your mind. We will use this visualization to find your goal feeling for the holidays to use in figuring out what to say yes to. This practice can also improve your mood and help you stay motivated to reach your goals. Download the free Scanxiety toolkit at : https://www....

Feeling overwhelmed and stuck in caregiving? Discover how saying 'Yes' to the right things can transform your journey. In this episode, we’ll redefine boundaries, shifting from a mindset of negativity to one of empowerment. Through a guided visualization and practical tips, you’ll learn how to prioritize joy, create meaningful moments, and take back control—even during life’s busiest seasons. Say...

This is a companion breathing exercise of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast.   A deep breath in through your nose fills your body with calm, while a strong breath out through your mouth helps release any tension or extra energy. This simple exercise can help you stay balanced and in control, no matter what you’re feeling. Download your Scanxiety Toolkit at http://www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/tools Du...

The holidays can feel magical—or completely overwhelming, especially for cancer caregivers.  In this episode, we dive into the real struggles of balancing caregiving, traditions, and expectations during the festive season. Learn simple strategies to set boundaries, manage emotional overwhelm, and rediscover small moments of joy. Plus, I’ll share a quick breathing technique that can instantly help...

This is a companion breathing exercise for Episode 12 of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This 10 minute breathing exercise will help you find the pauses in your day. This technique will give you the ability to reset and give you the opportunity to shift your mindset.  Download your Scanxiety Toolkit at http://www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/tools Duration: 10 min Level: Everyone Focus: Find the Pause...

Caregiving can feel like an endless sprint, but hidden in your day are tiny pauses that can transform everything. In this episode, I’ll show you how to find these moments of stillness and use them to reset, breathe, and reclaim balance—no matter how chaotic life feels. Let’s turn those pauses into your greatest tool for caregiving strength. Find the Scanxiety toolkit at www.cancercaregiverpodcast....

Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to feel grateful during the holidays? Join Charlotte as she unpacks why gratitude feels so hard for cancer caregivers and how to reclaim it in a way that truly serves you. With practical tips and heartfelt insights, this episode offers a fresh perspective on making gratitude meaningful—without the guilt. Download your Scanxiety Toolkit at www.cancercaregiverpodc...

This is a bonus episode for The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This is a 5 minute breathing exercise that will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.  Technique: Long Emotional Exhale Duration: 5 min Level: Everyone Focus: Learning to focus on a long exhale through the mouth to temper emotions. Find the Scanxiety Toolkit at www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/tools

Struggling to fall back asleep in the middle of the night? In this episode, Charlotte shares a simple counting breath technique that can help you calm your mind, relax your body, and drift back to sleep peacefully. Say goodbye to sleepless nights and hello to restful mornings with this powerful, easy-to-use tool.

This is a bonus episode for The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This six minute breathing exercise will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.  Technique: Counting Breath Duration: 6 min Level: Everyone Focus: Learning to focus on counting breaths as a tool to fall back to sleep.

One of the hardest and most powerful things you’ll do as a caregiver is embrace the truth of your journey. In this episode, discover the strength of radical acceptance and learn how facing hard truths opens the door to living fully each day with your loved one. Tune in as we navigate through the courage needed to find meaning and moments of joy, even amidst the struggle. Click play to explore how...

In this episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast , we’re talking about something many caregivers feel but often resist—crying. Join Charlotte as she explores why letting yourself cry is not a sign of weakness, but rather a vital release that helps relieve stress and build emotional resilience. Learn the science behind the benefits of tears, personal insights from her own journey, and why embracing...

This is a bonus episode for The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. This five minute long exhale exercise will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.  Duration: 5 min Level: Everyone Focus: Learning to focus on an exhale slightly longer than the inhale. Find the Scanxiety Toolkit at https://www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/tools  

This episode dives into the heavy reality of being a cancer caregiver when the world around you feels chaotic and overwhelming. From news of political turmoil and violence to personal struggles, the combination of external and internal pressures can feel like too much to bear. How do you focus on caregiving when the world itself feels dangerous? Learn practical strategies to help filter out the no...

Are you a cancer caregiver feeling frustrated by empty offers of help, leaving you to do everything on your own? In this episode, Charlotte reveals the game-changing strategy that transformed her caregiving experience. You’ll learn exactly how to ask for the help you need, who to ask, and how to handle it when people don’t show up. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear, actionable plan t...

In this episode, you'll discover how to reclaim your sense of normalcy and peace while waiting for those critical MyChart results. As a cancer caregiver, you'll learn three essential strategies to navigate the waiting game: how to practice mindfulness to stay grounded, the importance of setting boundaries with your patient portal, and conserving your emotional energy for when it's needed most. Dow...

In today's episode, you'll learn three crucial strategies to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of starting a new cancer treatment. Discover how different coping mechanisms, whether it's cancer prepping or using irritation as a shield, can impact your relationship. Learn the powerful concept of a "Cancer Moon” and how to plan for them in a way that nurtures connection and rest. Listen to the epi...

This is a companion episode to Episode 4 “Frozen in Place: How to Overcome Cancer Caregiver Decision Paralysis”. This five minute slow breathing exercise will help you learn how to use your breath as a self-preservation tool.    Duration: 5 minutes Level: Everyone Focus: Learning to breathe slow for a count of 4 in breath and out breath. Episode Tie in: Episode 4 Frozen in Place: How Caregivers Ca...

Imagine finishing this episode feeling lighter, more in control, and equipped with a simple yet powerful tool to combat the overwhelming stress of caregiving. That’s exactly what you'll get after tuning in. In today’s episode, you'll discover: Why your brain might feel like it’s stuck on autopilot when you're stressed and how to snap out of it. The science behind stress and its impact on your deci...

Want to feel empowered to ask for the help you need as a cancer caregiver? This episode will have you'll walking away knowing you're not alone and truly understanding how to navigate the complex emotions tied to caregiving. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. Why it's not your fault you struggle to ask for help – discover the deeper, underlying reasons beyond just feeling busy or overwhelmed. 2. How...

By the end of today's episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, you'll have a fresh perspective on self-care that will empower you to genuinely take care of yourself while caregiving—without the guilt or the commercial pressure.  Here are three things you'll discover in this episode: 1. The reality of how the self-care industry has been monetizing your need for relief and the true cost it has on yo...

After finishing this episode, you'll walk away feeling more in control and better equipped to handle the overwhelming moments that come with being a cancer caregiver. This episode is designed to help you prioritize self-care while maintaining your vital role in supporting your loved one. Here's what you'll learn: 1. Recognize Your Own Needs: Learn to identify when you're starting to feel overwhelm...

Before this podcast officially gets started, I'd like to share my thoughts on cancer caregiving so you can be very clear on what to expect from me and know that each 15 minute episode won't be a waste of time because I know time and words matter. This is the manifesto for the Cancer Caregiver podcast, the show that makes self-preservation achievable in 15 minutes or less. In this episode I challen...

Are you a cancer caregiver feeling overwhelmed and neglected? It's time to step into the badass caregiver you truly are. I'm Charlotte, your host of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast. Every week, this show will be a place where self-care is celebrated, and guilt is challenged. Learn practical strategies to reclaim your personal time and find joy amidst the chaos. Every Tuesday  I'll share actionable ti...