Navigating Caregiving, Burnout & Intuition with Carrie Severson

Soul Sparks

In this powerful episode of SoulSparks, host Saima sits down with Carrie Severson, a writer, speaker, and caregiver, to explore burnout, caregiving, and the power of intuition. Carrie shares her deeply personal journey of advocating for her husband during his cancer battle while also learning how to care for herself.

Together, they unpack the challenges of the healthcare system, how caregivers can protect their loved ones, and practical strategies to prevent burnout. If you're feeling overwhelmed—whether as a caregiver, professional, or in daily life—this episode will give you the tools to slow down, listen to yourself, and find balance amid chaos.

About Our Guest – Carrie Severson

Carrie Severson is a writer, speaker, and burnout recovery expert with over a decade of experience in helping others navigate stress, caregiving, and self-care. As a caregiver for her husband during his cancer journey, she learned firsthand how critical it is to trust intuition, set boundaries, and prioritize self-care. She’s passionate about empowering others to prevent burnout and reclaim their well-being.

Key Takeaways

✅ Trusting Your Intuition – Your body knows when something is off. Learning to calm your mind and tune into your gut feelings is a key skill for advocacy and self-care.
✅ Navigating the Healthcare System – The medical system is a business, and caregivers must be proactive in advocating for their loved ones. Know patient rights, find the right healthcare team, and don’t be afraid to file complaints if necessary.
✅ Preventing & Recognizing Burnout – Burnout can show up as chronic stress, difficulty breathing deeply, disrupted sleep, weight gain, or irritability. Recognizing it early allows for faster recovery.
✅ Simple Tools for Daily Reset – Incorporate cold therapy, breathwork, and outdoor breaks to reset your nervous system and move out of a constant fight-or-flight state.
✅ Downshifting Before You Break – Small moments of stillness, joy, and mindfulness throughout the day help prevent burnout before it takes over.
✅ Caregiving & Self-Care Can Coexist – Caregivers must ask for help and find small ways to recharge—even if it's just stretching during a hospital visit.

Connect with Carrie Severson

🔹 Instagram: @Carrieseverson
🔹 Website: www.carrieseverson.com

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