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A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast

A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast

Released: 2025-02-28
© Isabel Melgarejo
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94 Episodes
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94 Episodes
Audio
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Released: 2025-02-28
© Isabel Melgarejo
Most Recent Episode
Learning to Say “No”

Learning to Say “No”

Time: 11:39
Many of us were raised to prioritize others' feelings so much that we’ve forgotten how to say “no.” We’ve been conditioned to avoid discomfort and ensure we don’t hurt anyone, but in doing so, we often neglect our own needs.
Saying "no" isn’t about rejecting others; it's about honoring yourself. When we refuse something that doesn’t serve us, we’re making space for what truly matters. Sometimes that means certain tasks might not get done—or someone else will step in to handle them—and that's okay.
It’s also important to remember that someone feeling uncomfortable with your "no" doesn’t mean you’ve harmed them. Discomfort can be a natural part of boundaries, both for the person setting them and the person receiving them. What matters most is that we learn to say “no” with kindness and confidence, knowing it’s an essential step toward self-respect and balance.
This simple word can be transformative, allowing us to reclaim our time, energy, and emotional well-being. Saying “no” when necessary isn’t selfish; it’s an act of self-care.
Episode ID: 1000696782508
GUID: decb9c9c-9782-42d5-be75-983c54b023be
Release Date: 28/02/2025, 17:30:24

Description

I’m Isabel Melgarejo, and I was raised never to talk about the uncomfortable things in life and to put myself after everyone else’s needs (just like any other woman I know). In college, after Dad’s passing, I had to change all my beliefs. I had to talk about death, about my mom’s future, and I had to ask for a LOT of favors.
​After connecting with many caregivers when I moved to Texas and remembering one of the toughest seasons in my life, I created a program to help caregivers navigate these very uncomfortable conversations and help them through their particular journeys with their loved ones. In this podcast, I want to share advice on how to prioritize your mental health, how to have those difficult conversations, and how to talk you out of feeling guilty and overwhelmed.

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