#756 Iris Waichler: 💙 Caring Without Burning Out: Lessons from a Lifetime in Social Work

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What happens when the caregiver becomes overwhelmed? How do you comfort someone facing infertility, grief, or catastrophic illness without saying the wrong thing? In this inspiring episode, Joey Pinz sits down with award-winning author and medical social worker Iris Waichler, who shares more than 40 years of wisdom on caregiving, resilience, and self-care.

Iris has helped families navigate everything from strokes and amputations to infertility and end-of-life care. She opens up about her own experiences with loss, the lessons she learned caring for aging parents, and how her writing empowers people around the world to feel less alone. From practical tips on avoiding burnout to deeply moving stories about love, death, and legacy, Iris offers guidance that every caregiver — and every family — needs to hear.

Whether you’re supporting an aging parent, walking with a friend through infertility, or preparing for your own later years, this conversation will leave you enlightened and encouraged.

🌟 Top 3 Highlights:

• 🚫 What not to say to someone grieving or struggling with infertility
• 🛑 How to recognize the warning signs of caregiver burnout
• 🌸 Why creating small moments of joy can transform caregiving

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