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From Passenger to Pilot: The Midlife Shift of Supporting Aging Parents
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Throttle back and tune in as The Motovation Podcast tackles one of life’s trickiest corners—caring for aging parents—through the eyes of adults in their late thirties and forties who still feel like kids at heart.
In this episode host Krissy Vann and Laurie Joy Kingwell ride through:
- Role reversal and identity shifts: Why managing doctor appointments, medications, and finances can feel like taking a sudden detour on a familiar highway.
- Essential legal prep: Power of attorney, health care proxies, and estate planning explained in clear language so you can stop Googling in a panic at midnight.
- End of life conversations: Practical tips for asking about funeral wishes and remembrance without stalling the emotional engine.
- Hidden grief and anticipatory loss: Recognizing the subtle sadness that creeps in long before an obituary is written.
- Self-care for caregivers: How to balance work, relationships, and your own mental health while the family dynamics shift under your tires.
Whether you are already deep in the caregiving lane or you just noticed a few potholes ahead, this episode provides expert insights, heartfelt stories, and a touch of humor to keep the ride smoother. Subscribe and share with anyone researching “how to help aging parents” or “family caregiving tips” so they can gear up for the road ahead.
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