Episode
Episode 58: Why You're Not Parenting Your Parent
- Podcast
- The Aging Parent Playbook
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- May 12, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1402
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Summary
In this episode, I challenge one of the most common phrases caregivers use: "I feel like I'm parenting my parent." I explain why that mindset creates guilt, resentment, and emotional exhaustion, and what's actually happening instead. You'll learn how to shift from feeling responsible for everything to stepping into a more sustainable role as an advocate. This reframe will help you protect your relationship with your parent while also protecting yourself.