Finding Strength in the Midst of Family Challenges

Quiet No More

What happens when life throws one challenge after another, each more daunting than the last?
Carmen Coffin shares her heart-wrenching journey of receiving a life-altering phone call at 2:45 AM and the subsequent emotional rollercoaster. Hear her courageous recounting of grieving the loss of a stepson while supporting a shattered spouse, all amidst the chaos of organizing her daughter's scoliosis surgery and addressing another child's mental health concerns.
Carmen's story is one of immense strength, as she navigates these crises with a steadfast resolve to protect her family, often at the expense of her own emotional well-being.
Balancing caregiving responsibilities for both children and aging parents is no small feat, especially when resources are stretched thin. Carmen opens up about the physical and emotional toll of this double duty, sharing personal anecdotes that highlight the exhaustion and resilience required. From managing a parent's dementia to ensuring her children's needs are met,
Carmen reveals the importance of a support network and practical strategies to maintain some semblance of normalcy. This episode is a raw and insightful look into the life of a caregiver, shedding light on both the hidden struggles and the small triumphs along the way.

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Carmen Wimberley Cauthen is an author, speaker, and lover of history, Black history in particular. As a truth teller, she delights in finding the hidden truths about the lives of people who made a difference - whether they were unknown icons or regular everyday people.
To Learn more of Carmen:
www.carmencauthen.com
www.researchandresource.com

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1. Finding Strength in the Midst of Family Challenges (00:00:00)

2. The Struggles of Family Health (00:00:01)

3. Balancing Multiple Caregiving Responsibilities (00:16:48)