Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Dr. Edward Smink of The Soul Of Caregiving

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San Diego, CA -- Edward Smink, PhD is a mostly retired caregiver who nearly lost it all until he came to the realization that he had an issue that he could not solve alone. He reached out for help and he credits his coach in saving his life. He learned the value of self-care, sharing his story, and valuing his emotions. Now he runs a coaching business, publishes books, and speaks on the topic of The Soul of Caregiving. Dr. Smink notes that caregiving is a dance, a dance between caring for others and selfcare. We are hardwired as humans to give instead of receive, and we frequently neglect to care for our own selves. He has defined the term compassion fatigue, which is different from burnout, as being exhausted from doing something that you love to the point where it hurts. Whether the caregiver is a family member, a healthcare worker, or a first responder such as a fireman, they can all reach that same point of exhaustion. They care because they are human. In his radio show, he will go over what he calls The Big Three Cultural Taboos caregivers face. Healing means to do the opposite of what we were culturally taught. Dr. Smink will also talk about the new edition of his book which has questions and pages one can use to journal. It is not a how-to book, but a series of stories that will inspire caregivers and help them reflect on their individual emotions and experiences. It can help the provider do what they do best and still be supportive—without feeling overburdened or alone. “Caregivers are notorious for not developing skills of self-care. Yet it’s not their fault alone,” he stresses. For more information about the business and book please visit https://www.soulofcaregiving.com