From Guilt to Good with Jeanette Yates

Send us Fan Mail In this short episode of the From Guilt to Good podcast, Jeanette Yates reads from her book, From Guilt To Good Enough: A Caregiver’s Journey of Overcoming Burnout Through Healing Childhood Trauma .  You can get your copy here: https://www.theselfcaregiver.com/book Support the show NOW AVAILABLE! From Guilt To Good Enough: A Caregiver’s Journey of Overcoming Burnout Through Healin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the From Guilt to Good podcast, Jeanette Yates speaks with Jeff Rossi, caregiver for his elderly parents. They discuss the complexities of caregiving, including the emotional challenges, the balance between personal life and caregiving responsibilities, and the importance of advocacy. Jeff shares his personal journey, the guilt he sometimes feels, and the frustr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of From Guilt to Good, Jeanette Yates speaks with Edla Prevette, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and caregiver, about the complexities of caregiving, particularly the emotional and psychological challenges faced by caregivers. They discuss the importance of understanding temperament in caregiving relationships, the dynamics of role reversals between par...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the From Guilt To Good podcast, host Jeanette Yates speaks with Bernadette Evans about the complexities of caregiving, particularly in the context of family dynamics and personal health. Bernadette shares her ten-year journey caring for her elderly parents, discussing the challenges of setting boundaries, the impact of sibling relationships, and the importance o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the From Guilt to Good podcast, host Jeanette Yates interviews Matthew Tyler, a dual board-certified physician in internal medicine and hospice and palliative care. They discuss the often misunderstood concepts of palliative and hospice care, emphasizing the importance of quality of life and support for both patients and caregivers. Matthew shares insights on ho...

Send us Fan Mail When I first saw Nina on TikTok sharing the harsh realities of caregiving in a no-b.s. way, I KNEW I had to have her on the  From Guilt to Good podcast! Nina McCollum is a caregiver navigating the complexities of caring for her mother, and we discuss the emotional and physical challenges of caregiving, the importance of legal preparations, and the guilt often felt by caregivers. N...

Send us Fan Mail I met the GOAT!  In this week's episode, I chat with Elizabeth Miller, founder of Happy Healthy Caregiver. We talk about how complicated things can be, the challenges of guilt, and the need for community support. We also bust some myths about self-care, share realistic ideas for healthy routines, and get real about managing frustration while caring for loved ones.  To connect...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of From Guilt to Good, host Jeanette Yates discusses the transformative power of hypnosis in caregiving. Joined by certified consulting hypnotist Christina Honkonen, they explore the misconceptions surrounding hypnosis, its practical applications for stress relief and pain management, and the profound impact it can have on both caregivers and their loved ones. Jean...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of From Guilt to Good, host Jeanette Yates speaks with RubySam, a former caregiver based in the UK, and current energy medicine practitioner. RubySam shares her compelling caregiving journey, the challenges she faced, and the trauma that followed. They discuss the importance of self-care, the heart-brain-body connection, and how caregivers can reconnect with themse...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the From Guilt to Good podcast, Jeanette Yates speaks with Adam Zuckerman, founder of Buried in Work, about the complexities of caregiving, estate planning, and the emotional challenges that come with end-of-life tasks. Adam shares his personal caregiving journey, the inspiration behind his company, and the importance of having a comprehensive estate plan. They...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'From Guilt to Good', I speak with Jen Venegas, a death doula and spiritual activist, about the complexities of caregiving and grief.  She helps us understand the role of a death doula in providing emotional support during the dying process, the importance of legacy projects, and how to incorporate joy into the final days of life. I learned a lot durin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'From Guilt to Good', I speak with Morgan Donahue, a dementia care expert, about the challenges caregivers face when caring for loved ones with dementia. We discuss the importance of understanding dementia, recognizing early signs, the significance of socialization, and the need for caregiver self-care. Morgan shares insights on navigating family dynam...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Catherine Miguel shares her experiences as a caregiver for her mother. Her insights offer a candid glimpse into the realities of caregiving, and we discuss what we've lost and gained as caregivers, the "blessing" and burden, and the bat-💩 crazy parts of caregiving. Feeling overwhelmed by caregiving?  In From Guilt to Good Enough , Jeanett...

Send us Fan Mail "Even warriors know when to rest, " says Susanne White, founder of Caregiver Warrior .  In this week's episode, Susanne and I share our experiences and insights into our caregiving stories.  We discuss: the emotional complexities of caregiving the challenges of codependency the importance of self-awareness the necessity of setting boundaries for self-care the realit...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the NEW season and format of From Guilt To Good! In this conversation,  host Jeanette Yates and fellow caregiver Joanna, discuss the challenges and emotional toll of caregiving, particularly in the context of dementia.  We talk about: -the importance of community support -the complexities of navigating legal and financial aspects -the need for mindfulness in caregiving....

Send us Fan Mail [This episode was originally aired in November 2023. As one of our top episodes, we decided to share it with you now while we take a recording break!] Unmasking EFT Tapping - An Emotional Stress Buster for Caregivers Dive into the world of EFT tapping with our host Jeanette Yates and certified EFT professional, Denise Kleinman, in this insightful episode of 'From Guilt to Goo...

Send us Fan Mail [This episode was originally aired in November 2023. As one of our top episodes, we decided to share it with you now while we take a recording break!] Jason Young, is a nationally recognized consultant and leadership guide, keynote speaker, best-selling author, and university professor. He has over 25 years of experience working alongside well-respected churches and companies, a d...

Send us Fan Mail Hey there! Coming up in August, enjoy 5 weeks of my top interviews with self-care and caregiving experts to help you kick guilt and self-doubt, feel confident in caregiving, and start giving yourself the same love and care you give others. You'll learn about: Compassion Fatigue Burnout & Boundary-setting Nutrition & Fitness Stress-busting techniques and more! While we...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "Feeling Full & Finally Free," Jeanette Yates emphasizes the importance of comprehensive emergency plans for caregivers, whether caring for their loved ones at home or taking a well-deserved break.  Learn how to identify potential emergencies, establish emergency contacts, and implement immediate actions during crises.  Discover the benefits of a c...

Send us Fan Mail Summary Jeanette shares her personal story about going on vacation while her mom was hospitalized. She discusses how setting boundaries, practicing mindfulness, and using positive self-talk helped her relax and be present with her family. Jeanette also emphasizes the importance of intuitive self-care and how it contributed to a more memorable vacation. She encourages caregivers to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jeanette discusses the importance of setting boundaries as a caregiver and focuses explicitly on different types of boundaries that come into play when taking a break. She explains the physical, time, and emotional/mental boundaries and how they all work together to provide a true respite. Jeanette provides practical steps for setting boundaries, such as communica...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "Feeling Full & Finally Free," Jeanette Yates explores the importance of setting healthy boundaries for caregivers. She shares her recent experience of making critical decisions for her mom in the ICU and how boundaries have helped her make confident choices without the weight of guilt. Learn practical steps to establish boundaries, the role of sel...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of “Feeling Full & Finally Free,” Jeanette Yates discusses setting healthy boundaries for adult caregivers.  Using her "blueprint" strategy, Jeanette guides listeners through self-awareness, self-advocacy, and self-assertion to establish effective boundaries.  This episode incorporates insights from boundary experts Henry Cloud, John Townsend, and Mel...

Send us Fan Mail The other day, I posted a 15-second clip on TikTok that went viral. Some people were so thankful for my quick thoughts, and others said I was a really big jerk!  What was all the fuss about? Sometimes, what we think of as caregiving is really enabling behavior.  In this week's episode, we explore the fine line between supporting and caring for our loved ones without detriment...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of "Feeling Full & Finally Free," host Jeanette Yates delves into codependency and its profound impact on caregiving relationships. Drawing inspiration from Melody Beattie’s transformative work, Jeanette offers listeners a clear understanding of codependency, how it manifests, and why it matters. Discover the common signs of codependency, such...