JoyfulRx Podcast
The act of caring for others is rewarding in many ways, but it can also be overwhelming and exhausting, resulting in caregivers feeling stressed, unhappy, guilty and burnt out.
Whether you are looking after children, a partner, patients, ageing parents or persons at the end of their life journey, this is your reminder that you cannot pour from an empty cup. You can serve others without sacrificing yourself. The JoyfulRx podcast is your prescription for rediscovering your own inner joy, so you can serve others from your overflow, rather than your reserve tank.
Hosted by Dr. Michelle Welch, a practicing physician, mother, children’s book author, and certified mindset coach. She presents topics each week that impact caregivers specifically and offers actionable steps and tools to help them rediscover themselves, reconnect with joy and create their best lives, starting today.
JoyfulRx Podcast
Ep 12 -Choose Boundaries over Burnout
Are you a caregiver who finds yourself saying “yes” to everything, even when you’re running on empty? In this episode of The JoyfulRx podcast, Dr. Michelle Welch dives into the uncomfortable truth about how constantly being “nice” and putting others first is silently sabotaging your health.
We’ll explore why caregivers, more than anyone, are conditioned to prioritize others at the expense of their well-being—and how this relentless pressure can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and even long-term health issues. But here’s the good news: you can still be kind and compassionate without saying yes to everything.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The hidden toll of people-pleasing on your physical and emotional health.
- Why boundaries are a form of self-respect and a necessary tool for caregivers.
- Practical tips to start setting boundaries, including how to communicate them with clarity and kindness.
- A powerful reminder that prioritizing your well-being doesn’t make you less caring—it makes you stronger and more present for the people who matter most.
Join us as we flip the script on what it means to be a “good” caregiver and redefine kindness as showing up for others without sacrificing yourself.
If this message resonates, share this episode with another caregiver who could use a reminder that their needs matter, too.
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Remember: Being kind doesn’t mean saying yes to everything. Start setting boundaries today—because caring for yourself is the first step to caring for others.
Caring for others—whether in your personal or professional life—can be deeply fulfilling, but it also comes with its challenges. The weight of constant caregiving can leave even the most dedicated among us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out. Too often, societal and cultural norms reinforce the idea that sacrificing ourselves is the price of being a “good” caregiver.
But here’s the truth: you cannot pour from an empty cup. You deserve to care for others without losing yourself in the process.
Welcome to The JoyfulRx podcast—your weekly dose of inspiration, tools, and strategies to rediscover your inner joy. Hosted by Dr. Michelle Welch, a practicing physician, mother, children’s author, entrepreneur, and certified coach, this podcast is designed specifically for caregivers who are ready to stop surviving and start thriving.
Each week, Dr. Michelle dives into topics that matter most to caregivers, offering practical steps and actionable insights to help you reclaim your joy, build resilience, and create a life where you can serve others from your overflow, not your reserves.
Let’s connect!
📅 Book a free call with me today. Visit: https://calendly.com/michellewelch/60min and let’s start rewriting your relationship with yourself.
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