001 - My Mom’s Story
Cheering Past Challenges
English - January 21, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsMental Health Health & Fitness Education Self-Improvement wellness caregiver caring mentalhealth mentalillness pastchallenges schizophrenia sickness Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
In this episode of Cheering Past Challenges, I share how I became my mother's caretaker at the age of 21. With my mother's ongoing battle with Schizophrenia, growing up had its own set of challenges. From not having meals to eat at home to not having textbooks for school, living with a Schizophrenic parent was tough.
Despite the many obstacles faced though, my mother has taught me compassion, what it looks like to be a good friend and a good mother. Even now in her later years, I really honor her for where she’s at now.
If you or a loved one is currently battling Schizophrenia, know that you are not alone in this journey. Know that any emotion that you may be feeling right now is completely normal. Despite any diagnosis, remember that you are still a beautiful child of God and that you still have a purpose. My hope is that through honest conversations, comedic moments, and real-life experiences, I can inspire you along the way.
Topics Discussed
Recognizing that Schizophrenia is not a death sentence Not all mental illnesses fit the same categories How psychosis can affect one’s mental health in different ways Grief is a normal emotion after a diagnosis discovery Learning to accept our loved ones to truly connect with themConnect with Rebecca Stewart
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About Cheering Past Challenges Podcast
Cheering Past Challenges is a community of individuals seeking to overcome past and current trauma by seeking spiritual solutions.
Join Host, Rebecca Stewart, as she shares her journey of taking care of her mother with Schizophrenia. By focusing on Mental Health & Wellness, Rebecca offers insight on how to care for your loved ones during the most difficult moments of their lives.
About Unbinding Love
"Bring purpose to your Life."
Unbinding Love is a Christian Non-Fiction book that aims to provide hope for the caregiver/family member of someone who has Schizophrenia.
It is a heart guide of how to put yourself back on the to-do list, make the right priorities, and find yourself again so that you can thrive in your caregiving and bring purpose to your life.
Visit https://cheeringpastchallenges.com/unbinding-love/ to learn more!