Resentment in Caregiving: Finding Forgiveness and Healing While Balancing Duty and Love

Midlife Revival

Caregiving can be one of the most rewarding roles, but let’s be real—it’s also one of the hardest. In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, Dr. Taniqua Miller dives into the complex emotions that come with caregiving, including resentment. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, angry, or even burdened by the responsibilities of taking care of a loved one, this conversation is for you.

Through heartfelt storytelling and practical advice, Dr. Miller opens up about her own caregiving journey, sharing how she’s navigated moments of resentment while striving to find forgiveness and heal relationships. You'll learn why forgiving others—and yourself—is not about excusing behavior but about reclaiming your peace.

This episode is a safe space to reflect, release guilt, and embrace the messiness of love and duty. Whether you're caregiving for an aging parent, supporting a spouse, or balancing family and work, you’ll come away feeling seen, supported, and inspired to prioritize your well-being.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The hidden toll of caregiving: physical, emotional, and mental impacts.
• Why resentment is a natural but often unspoken emotion.
• The power of forgiveness: what it is—and what it isn’t.
• Practical tips for navigating complex family dynamics during caregiving.
• How to maintain self-care and boundaries without guilt.

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Take a Moment to Reflect:
Have you been carrying feelings of resentment or guilt in your caregiving journey? Remember, you’re not alone. Healing begins with acknowledging your emotions and giving yourself the grace to grow through them.

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