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In this episode Dr. Michelle talks about the benefits of rest for caregivers, she discusses sleep hygiene and some helpful ways to create a healthy bed time routine and optimize your environment for sleep. Below are some helpful resources regarding the science and recommendations around sleep.

Sleep hygiene:
https://www.anxietycanada.com/sites/default/files/SleepHygiene.pdf

CDC recommendations for adults:
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about/index.html

Harvard Medical School:
https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/sleep

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. Welch 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.

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