Are you a caregiver? Caregivers commonly experience a feeling of guilt. You may experience guilt when it’s time to go at the end of a visit. Guilt over the role reversal—caregivers often must take on the parental role. Guilt that you can’t do more. Guilt when you take time and attention for yourself. Try to keep things in perspective. Realize you are just one person and can only do so much. Don’t be afraid to ask for help frequently. Recognize all your responsibilities (for example, spouse, kids, work), not just being a caregiver. Prayerfully prioritize your time. Set reasonable expectations for yourself to minimize your frustration. Realize you are not perfect and give yourself permission to make mistakes. It is important to recognize feelings of guilt and frustration and deal with them. Condemning guilt does not come from God. If you love your parents (or whomever you are caring for) and are doing your best for them, don’t feel guilty about things you cannot control. Ask God to help you have a right perspective.
Posted on: Fri, 04 Jul 2014 02:41:49 +0000
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