Caregiving brings up emotions we rarely feel comfortable admitting out loud — resentment, anger, frustration, jealousy, and guilt, sometimes all at once. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about the feelings we’re “not supposed” to have toward the person we’re caring for, the situation we’re in, and the life we didn’t choose.

We unpack how resentment can show up quietly or explosively, how guilt often follows right behind it, and why these emotions don’t mean you’re a bad caregiver or a bad person. We talk about resenting the loss of freedom, the imbalance of responsibility, the systems that make everything harder, and even the people we love most.

This episode is about normalizing the messy, uncomfortable emotional side of caregiving — holding space for compassion without pretending everything is okay. If you’ve ever thought, “I feel terrible for feeling this way,” this conversation is for you. You’re not alone, and you’re not broken — you’re human.

This episode is a bit of an emotional check-in. We’re talking about the full range of feelings that caregiving often brings up — the heavy ones, the unexpected ones, and the moments that catch you off guard when you least expect it.

We also share some general life and caregiving updates — what’s changed, what’s been challenging, and what’s been grounding us through it. Think of this episode as a sister catch-up with a lot of honesty, a little humor, and plenty of room for feelings.

If you’ve been feeling everything lately (or nothing at all), you’re not alone — and this one’s for you.

The holidays can amplify everything — stress, grief, emotions… and often, alcohol. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about substances, drinking culture, and how caregiving has shaped our relationship with alcohol. From social pressure at holiday gatherings to using drinks as a way to cope, we talk openly about what’s felt supportive, what hasn’t, and what’s changed for each of us.

We explore how caretaking stress can blur boundaries, how alcohol can sneak in as a coping mechanism, and what it looks like to choose yourself without judgment.

This isn’t about labels or rules — it’s about awareness, compassion, and finding healthier ways to move through hard seasons. If you’ve ever questioned your relationship with alcohol, especially during high-stress or emotional times, this conversation is for you.