Caregiving can quietly train us to put ourselves last.

Not because we don’t care about our wellbeing — but because the needs are constant, the stakes feel high, and “I’ll rest later” becomes a daily survival strategy. Over time, self-care can start to feel unrealistic… or even selfish.

In this episode of Radiant Moments, Michelle is joined by Jenny Lytle, RN and author of Self-Care Isn’t Selfish, to reframe self-care in a way that actually fits caregiving life. Jenny shares her personal journey and her practical framework, The Becoming Method — a compassionate, step-by-step approach that supports emotional wellbeing, boundaries, and sustainable self-care for people who are holding a lot.

This is not a “bubble bath” conversation. It’s a grounded one — for the caregiver who is exhausted, stretched thin, and still trying to show up with love.

Inside this episode:

• Why caregiving makes self-care feel complicated (and how to release the guilt)
• Jenny’s story and what led her to create The Becoming Method
• A compassionate definition of self-care that doesn’t demand perfection
• A practical framework caregivers can use in real life
• Emotional wellbeing: how to notice what you need without pushing it down
• Gentle reminders for sustainable care — for your loved one and for you

Key Links (Jenny Lytle): Website: https://www.jennylytle.com/
Book: https://www.selfcareisntselfish.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becomingyourbestwithjennylytleRN/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennylytlern/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-lytle-bsn-rn-682398b/

Caregiver Resources (J and B Inspired): Gratitude Journal of Light (free gift): https://jandbinspired.com/radiant-moments-gratitude-journal-of-light
90 Second Reset Program: https://jandbinspired.com/90-second-reset-program

Music by Konstantin Garbuzyuk (via Uppbeat)

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