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Self Care and Natural Disasters

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Here in Florida, hurricane season begins on the first of June and runs to the end of November, but it’s the late-fall storms that are always the worst for the west (gulf) coast of the state. We’ve had two major hurricanes in two weeks, and while I’m very fortunate that my house did not flood during Helene or tear apart during Milton, the neighborhoods all around me experienced serious damage. So how do you cope – how do I cope – during and after a serious weather event?

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Embracing Your Inner Caregiver

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The conversation around self-care for caregivers often centers on physical well-being—getting enough rest, eating properly, taking breaks, and joining support groups. While these are undoubtedly important, there’s another essential aspect of self-care that’s often overlooked: emotional strength. This deeper form of self-care fortifies our inner emotional muscles—self-acceptance, self-connection, self-compassion, and self-trust—allowing caregivers to face challenges without losing themselves in the process. Selflessness often means prioritizing the well-being of others over your own, but I believe you are just as important as the one you care for. If you don’t take care of yourself—who will?

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