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.

The holiday season can be beautiful, meaningful… and unbelievably hard. In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to move through the holidays while grieving, missing someone, or carrying the emotional weight of caregiving. From traditions that feel different now, to the unexpected moments that bring up tears, we open up about our own experiences and the complicated mix of joy, nostalgia, and heartbreak this time of year can bring.

We also get into the pressure of holiday expectations—showing up to events, hosting, “being cheerful,” keeping it all together—and how learning to set boundaries has been a game changer. Whether it’s declining an invitation, stepping away when emotions bubble up, or redefining what the holidays look like for you, we talk about giving yourself permission to slow down, honor your feelings, and protect your energy.

If the holidays feel heavy this year, you’re not alone. We’re right here with you, navigating it all with honesty, compassion, and just a little humor.

We’re back with a long-overdue catch-up, and honestly… a lot has happened. In this episode, we’re sharing life updates, caregiving updates, mental health check-ins, and all the little (and not-so-little) moments that have been shaping our world recently. From new routines with Mom, to emotional surprises, to the things that made us laugh, cry, or spiral just a little — we’re talking about it all.

Think of this one as a sister debrief: unfiltered, honest, a little chaotic, and full of those “same brain” moments that always remind us why we started this podcast. Whether you’re driving, cleaning, or just decompressing, come hang with us — it’s story time, therapy time, and catch-up time all in one.

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This week, we’re taking a step back from caregiving talk to share something a little more personal — memories of our dad. As we approach the third anniversary of his passing, we wanted to honor him the way we know best: by talking, laughing, and remembering the small things that still make us smile.

We share stories from our childhood, what we’ve learned about grief as time’s passed, and how losing him shaped the way we care for our mom and for each other. This one’s a love letter to the man who taught us humor, resilience, and heart — and to anyone missing someone special right now, you’re not alone.

Ever have those days where you’re running on pure adrenaline, checking every box, being the supportive daughter/sister/employee/friend… and you feel weirdly amazing about it? That’s the “helper high” — the emotional rush that comes from showing up for everyone else. But if you’ve been there, you also know what comes next: the crash. Hard.

In this episode, we’re talking about that cycle — the highs that make us feel unstoppable, and the burnout that hits once the dust settles. We share how the “helper high” shows up in our caregiving, our personal lives, and even in our identities. And of course, we get into how we’re learning to recognize the signs, slow down before we crash, and give ourselves permission to rest without guilt.

If you’ve ever wondered why helping feels so good… until it doesn’t — this one’s for you.

Let’s be real — no one tells you caregiving comes with this much paperwork. From Power of Attorney and advance directives to bank accounts and insurance forms, it can feel like you need a law degree just to keep up.

In this episode, we’re diving into the not-so-glamorous side of caregiving: the legal and financial chaos that comes with helping a parent. We share how we figured it all out (mostly through trial and error), what we wish we’d known sooner, and how we keep it all organized now.

We’ll walk through the big three documents every caregiver should know, the emotional side of “taking over,” and a few sanity-saving tips to help you feel more prepared and less panicked. Because the paperwork is overwhelming — but you don’t have to face it alone.

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Caregiving doesn’t clock out when the workday begins. In this episode, we’re digging into the messy, complicated relationship between careers and caregiving. From rearranging schedules and navigating understanding (or not-so-understanding) bosses, to the guilt of missing opportunities or feeling like you’re always one step behind, we share our own experiences of trying to balance it all.

We talk about how caregiving has shaped our career paths, the emotional load we carry into the workplace, and the strategies we’ve found to cope with the chaos. Whether you see work as a refuge or just another stressor, this episode is all about being real about the tug-of-war between professional goals and personal responsibilities.

If you’ve ever tried to juggle conference calls with care home visits, or wondered how caregiving fits into your long-term career plans, this one’s for you.

What does it mean to be part of the “sandwich generation”? Traditionally, it’s adults caring for both their kids and their aging parents — but even without children, the push-and-pull of being caught in the middle is very real.

In this episode, we unpack the pressures of balancing caregiving with careers, relationships, friendships, and our own needs. From being the bridge between family members, to feeling stretched in multiple directions at once, we’re sharing the moments that made us feel “sandwiched” and how we try (and sometimes fail) to navigate them.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying everyone else’s needs while trying to hold onto your own, this one’s for you.

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