Wearing too many hats? Doing things for people because you went to impress them, or they think it's best for you. I encourage you to take off the hats that are not fitting you and wear the ones that make you shine and feel just right. You be You! Amy Grant - Hats Lyrics | AZLyrics.com Redefining Caregiving Website: www.samdamm.com ***************************************************** https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdammBuy Me a Cup of Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm, Thank You!  ! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm Patreon - Support me in supporting caregivers: https://www.patreon.com/redefiningcaregiving YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzULzcV1Uzz0C1eG-HSre0g FB-Redefining Caregiving: https://www.facebook.com/redefiningcaregiving Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redefiningcaregivingbook/?hl=en Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/redefiningcaregiving --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

Redefining Caregiving -Devoted to Caregivers

#49 Take Off That Hat - Do More of You!

Are you living or working with a bossy person? Hear about how I stopped my co-worker from bossing me around. It's a simple and useful tool to know because caregiving is hard enough without people telling you what to do. Thanks for listening and sharing!  Buy Me a Cup of Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm Patreon - Support me in supporting caregivers: https://www.patreon.com/redefiningcaregiving Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzULzcV1Uzz0C1eG-HSre0g --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#48 You're the Boss - Don't let people boss you around

Hi Everyone! This podcast was recorded July 27th, 2021. It's to inform you of important resources about our current lives. Please contact me with any questions about this information. Below is a list of related links for your convenience. Remember to include yourself in the care you give by doing your homework about important issues in your life and eating to protect your health. Please share if you care! National Vaccine Adverse Events Reports System (VAERS). https://digital.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/docs/publication/r18hs017045-lazarus-final-report-2011.pdf, https://www.medalerts.org/vaersdb/findfield.php?TABLE=ON&GROUP1=CAT&EVENTS=ON&VAX=COVID19 https://www.medalerts.org/vaersdb/findfield.php?TABLE=ON&GROUP1=AGE&EVENTS=ON&VAX=COVID19&DIED=Yes Children's Defense Organization https://childrenshealthdefense.org/wp-content/uploads/preventing-vaccine-mandates-toolkit-6.21.21.pdf?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=dbaba3b4-137e-48e9-8c9e-4d7d6e01615e Patreon - Support me in supporting caregivers: https://www.patreon.com/redefiningcaregiving Buy Me a Cup of Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website:https://samdamm.com/ Redefining Caregiving Podcast: https://anchor.fm/s/ae928d4/podcast/rss YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzULzcV1Uzz0C1eG-HSre0g FB-Redefining Caregiving: https://www.facebook.com/redefiningcaregiving #caregiving #caregiver #self-care #support #redefiningcaregiving #eldercare #disability #mindset #conscious #solutions #family #veterans    --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#47 Vital Information for Right Now - What is V A E R S?

Are you a rescuer? It's ok if you have time, but do you? www.samdamm.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#46 Rescuing Habit- Can you help and still survive?

You mighr not have a choice in who's around you, but you do control how you interact. Thanks for listening and sharing! www.samdamm.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#45 Negative Neighbors - Dealing with negatively charged people

Checking in after my long break. I moved to Wyoming! Caregiving can't fit into our lives, so we need to create a new life that keeps us at the forefront and allows time for all we must do. Thanks for listening and sharing! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#44 Caregiving Changes Your Life - Hear why it doesn't fit

Hi everyone! Phone addiction is real. It has been for me too. I found a great way to get you back onto focusing on what's important. Apps for controlling phone use in a fun way. Also, the president is handing out $100 to anyone who gets this, but not if they want food or help with shelter.  Remember to include yourself in the care you give by limiting the time you use on your phone and focus on what matters.   Always Caring, Sam Links: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cc.forestapp,   https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mindefy.phoneaddiction.mobilepe --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#43 Fun App - Focus better

There's a very important reporting system worth knowing about. Protect you and your loved ones. Do your own research. Always include yourself in the care you give by making educated decisions about your health.  Always Caring, Sam Important Links and related articles: Start here>>>   Children's Health Defense https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/vaers-deaths-injuries-reported-cdc-covid-vaccines-moderna-pregnant-women/ Vaccine Ingredients from CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vac-gen/additives.htm (Look these up on scientific websites to learn more about the safety of the ingredients. What might be ok for some, may not be good for others.) Center for Disease Control https://wonder.cdc.gov/vaers.html National Institute of Health: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4632204/ ************************************************************************************************************ I would enjoy a cup of coffee! Warm my heart and keep me smiling by donating any amount, so I can make more podcasts for caregivers. I appreciate and love you all! Buy Me a Cup of Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm *** DONATE PLEASE*** thank you! Patreon - Support me in supporting caregivers: https://www.patreon.com/redefiningcaregiving ******************************************************************************************************************************** Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/ Redefining Caregiving Podcast: https://anchor.fm/s/ae928d4/podcast/rss YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzULzcV1Uzz0C1eG-HSre0g FB-Redefining Caregiving: https://www.facebook.com/redefiningcaregiving Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/bysamanthadamm/_saved/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redefiningcaregivingbook/?hl=en --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

V A E R S - What it is and why we should know?

Recently, I made an appointment to see a new dentist, because I had tooth pain. Turn out, the dentist has been in trouble for insanitary practices. I cancelled. I talk about the importance of researching any new doctor or dentist. ******* Important links:  https://search.usa.gov/search?affiliate=usagov&query=medical+board Oregon Dental Board  ***** https://online.oregondentistry.org/#/verifylicense Oregon Medical Board https://www.oregon.gov/omb/Pages/default.aspx  American Board of Medical Specialist https://www.abms.org/ https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-medical-board-certification-2615005 ***** Thanks for listening and sharing! Remember to include yourself in the care you give by only visiting doctors who practice safe medicine practices. Always Caring, Sam    ******** My book is designed for caregivers who want to avoid burnout, achieve their goals and live better lives without sacrificing more. Learn how to redefine caregiving so it fits into your life without destroying it, because you matter too.    ***redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com & samdamm.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#42 Doctor Who? - Do this before visiting a new doctor or dentist

I recorded this two years ago, while living in my trailer, so the sound isn't the best. Also, I was in some pain and you might hear it in my voice. Still, the message is important, so here it is:)  *****  It's about how caregiving can affect you. It can feel like life is out of your control, after being tossed, off guard, into caregiving. It's important to focus on the reality of things and incorporate a plan for self-care.  ****** A plan should support every area of your life. Daily self-care, establishing healthy boundaries and knowing your limits are crucial for approaching caregiving positively.  Here are a few things caregivers should consider:    When someone needs urgent care stay aware and don't forfeit your care from the start.     It’s important to listen to other people who care about you and not be defensive about your caregiving.   Your care recipient will listen to you when you set an example for them.     It’s admirable to be a caregiver but your life is just as important as those you care for.    ***** By not caring for yourself, you set a poor example for your family and place a burden of guilt on the care recipient. Love yourself in order to show love to others.*****  Remember to include yourself in the care you give by knowing your limits and strengths in caregiving.  Always Caring, Sam  *****   Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com, Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

Caregivers Pace, Plan and Prepare - Managing caregiving as you care for you too!

 Today I talk about the importance of vocalizing what you want to people who might become your caregiver one day. All of us will need care at one point in our lives. ***** Sometimes doctors and people over-step boundaries thinking they know what's best for aging people. A good doctor will believe in your ability to care for your loved one and know their place is only to make suggestions.  ***** When caregivers seem confused about what to do, doctors give generic advice and it might not be appropriate for your loved one. ***** If you receive advice you feel uncomfortable about, get another opinion and talk it over with those involved. Trust your gut and know how important you are to the person you love. You might be the only person who believes in their independence as an important part of care. It's a vital part of living with purpose, with limitations. *****  Remember to include yourself in the care you give by being faithful to the person in your care, so you'll receive the same someday.  Always Caring, Sam   ***** Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/    --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

#41 Caregiving for Yourself - Speak up about what you want if you need care someday

There are many signs to indicate whether we love ourselves. Sometimes we feel as if we do, but our action speaks otherwise. Today, I talk about the evidence that supports your self love and how to stay true to yourself always. Thanks for sharing and care this podcast with anyone you know who struggles with accepting themselves.  Remember to include yourself in the care you give by loving yourself, so you can be love to others.  Always Caring, Sam ***************************************************************************************************************************** After creating this podcast, I would enjoy a cup of coffee!  Warm my heart and keep me smiling by donating any amount, so I can make more podcasts for caregivers. I appreciate and love you all! Buy Me a Cup of Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm *** DONATE PLEASE*** Thank you! Patreon - Support me in supporting caregivers: https://www.patreon.com/redefiningcaregiving ******************************************************************************************************************************** Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/ Redefining Caregiving Podcast: https://anchor.fm/s/ae928d4/podcast/rss YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzULzcV1Uzz0C1eG-HSre0g FB-Redefining Caregiving: https://www.facebook.com/redefiningcaregiving Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redefiningcaregivingbook/?hl=en Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/redefiningcaregiving Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-caregiving-mindful-approach-to-caregiving/id1461707754?uo=4 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

Do You Love Yourself? - Signs of self love

This episode is about the most important aspect of caregiving that affects everyone. Caregivers manage the lives of people who can’t do for themselves and they do this while caring for their own families and trying to maintain jobs.  Caregivers are the first to jump in and help when someone needs it and that’s great, but they need to know when to stop and take care of themselves.   Having a plan for caregiving is the best way to prevent caregiver burnout. A plan should include things that support every area of your life. Daily self-care, establishing healthy boundaries and knowing your limits are a few examples.   These are a few important things caregivers should consider:   1. When someone needs urgent care stay aware and don't forfeit your care from the start.    2. It’s important to listen to other people who care about you and not be defensive about your caregiving.   3. Your care recipient will listen to you when you set an example for them.   4. It’s admirable to be a caregiver but your life is just as important.  By not taking care of yourself you’re setting a poor example for your family and placing a burden of guilt on the care recipient.  I have two daughters and when my mother developed early onset dementia at age 59, she had no one else to care for her. I didn't feel I had a choice. Looking back, I realized I did. I chose to take care of her, because the consequences would have been too painful for all of us. I also had a choice in the level of attention I gave to her care. Maybe not at first, but everything I did came from my choices in how I handled things.   I speak from experience when I say there’s a way to incorporate your own well-being within the realms of caregiving for someone else, but it takes effort and conscious determination.  It requires for you to value and love yourself enough to place yourself as a priority.  Start by ignoring others opinions about the type of care you should be. Get to know yourself and whether you have the skills needed. Admit if you don't. You can move forward taking care of yourself without guilt. You can decide not to take care of someone if it’s not good for you. There will always be someone who disagrees but it’s not their life. It’s yours.  I hope I can encourage you to value your life more and get help you need, so you can shine and be good for those you love.   redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/ FB-Redefining Caregiving: https://www.facebook.com/redefiningcaregiving Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redefiningcaregivingbook/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sammijodamm Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/redefiningcaregiving Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-caregiving-mindful-approach-to-caregiving/id1461707754?uo=4 Remember to include yourself in the care you give! Always Caring, Sam Damm --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

Caregivers Pace, Plan and Prepare

Making sense of things. It's tough to take our thoughts by the horn when they are all over the place, but it's the only way to get focused on what you really need to get done. In order to achieve any of your goals we must be intentional in your thoughts around them so we can travel toward them.  Making a list of what you want to achieve everyday is helpful. Keep it short, so you don't feel overwhelmed. Star the items most important or make two separate lists. Throw away the list at the end of the day, after making a new list, including what you didn't get done that day. By starting with a new itemized list, you feel more accomplished and productive, and that keeps you in the momentum you need to do more. Some days you will get very little done, so don't be too hard on yourself. Sometimes what we do isn't something you would write on a "to do" list. When you are a support to someone, or help others get done what they want, you are still awesome. You are helping. As long as you spend a majority of your time focusing on your list, you'll be happier and get where you want to be.  Remember to include yourself in the care you give by focusing mainly on what you want to do by making a list each day.  Always Caring, Sam ************************************************************************************************************************ After creating this podcast, I would enjoy a cup of coffee!  Warm my heart and keep me smiling by donating any amount, so I can make more podcasts for caregivers. I appreciate and love you all! Buy Me a Cup of Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm *** DONATE PLEASE*** PATREON- Support me in supporting caregivers: https://www.patreon.com/redefiningcaregiving ************************************************************************************************************************ Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/ Redefining Caregiving Podcast: https://anchor.fm/s/ae928d4/podcast/rss YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzULzcV1Uzz0C1eG-HSre0g FB-Redefining Caregiving: https://www.facebook.com/redefiningcaregiving Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redefiningcaregivingbook/?hl=en Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/redefiningcaregiving Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-caregiving-mindful-approach-to-caregiving/id1461707754?uo=4 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

Intentional Thinking - Helps you stay focused in what you need

If you're like me, over age 50, you may have had a colonoscopy or been instructed to by your physician. Screening for colorectal cancer is very important, it's not the only option for early detection.  There is a less invasive, highly affective test you can take to see if you need a colonoscopy. Instead of undergoing an expensive and invasive procedure, not try annual screening with a FIT test. Fit stands for Fecal Immunochemical Test.   Colorectal Cancer is on the rise and more than 50,000 people die from it each year. It's the second leading cause of cancer related deaths in the United States. Colorectal cancer has a 91% survival rate if caught in Stage I, but only 11% survival rate if caught in Stage IV.  Avoid your risk of colorectal cancer by having regular screening such as the FIT test.  Remember to include yourself in the care you give by asking questions and doing research about what matters to you! Always Caring, Sam    Related Links to today's show: https://www.ccalliance.org/screening-prevention/screening-methods/fecal-immunochemical-testhttps://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000704.htm Reach out to me for personalized one-on-one coaching via phone, or Zoom.  My book includes step by step instruction, and strategies to help caregivers avoid caregiver burnout, achieve more and have fun doing it.  Always Caring, Sam ***************************************************************************************************************************** After creating this podcast, I would enjoy a cup of coffee! Warm my heart and keep me smiling by donating any amount, so I can make more podcasts for caregivers. I appreciate and love you all! Buy Me a Cup of Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/samdamm *** DONATE PLEASE*** Patreon - Support me in supporting caregivers: https://www.patreon.com/redefiningcaregiving ******************************************************************************************************************************** Email: redefiningcaregiving@samdamm.com Redefining Caregiving Website :https://samdamm.com/ Redefining Caregiving Podcast: https://anchor.fm/s/ae928d4/podcast/rss YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzULzcV1Uzz0C1eG-HSre0g FB-Redefining Caregiving: https://www.facebook.com/redefiningcaregiving Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redefiningcaregivingbook/?hl=en Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/redefiningcaregiving Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-caregiving-mindful-approach-to-caregiving/id1461707754?uo=4 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/redefiningcaregiving/support

Colonoscopy Test Alternative - A Less Invasive Approach is Here!

Caregivers face challenges that drag them down on a regular basis. They need a steady dose of uplifting advice and ideas to support their specific circumstances and many people don't know where to turn for it. This podcast can help with that problem. I hope to benefit anyone looking for answers or in a rut, because I've been there. I'm passionate about helping people who want to help themselves. My topics are random, unplanned, and from the heart. My intention is to create an atmosphere of acceptance and love for caregivers everywhere. Always remember to include yourself in the care you give!

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