# Caregiving From a Distance and the Guilt That Comes With It — with Hon. Marci Ien

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Published: 2025-12-23T09:00:00+00:00
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Caregiving does not always look the way we expect, and sometimes the hardest role is the one filled from a distance. In this episode, Teri Hart speaks with The Honourable Marci Ien about caring for her mother after a devastating stroke that occurred just days before Marci was elected as Member of Parliament. With a demanding new role, young children at home, and her sister taking on full-time care, Marci reflects on guilt, grief, sibling strain, and the long road to forgiveness. This honest conversation explores what it means to want to be there but not be able to, and how those realities can shape families, careers, and life-altering decisions. A powerful listen for anyone navigating the emotional grey areas of caregiving. Follow Hon. Marci Ien: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marci.ien X/Twitter: https://x.com/MarciIen To watch this episode, subscribe to The Hart Of It All's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHartofitAllPod Follow The Hart Of It All: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehartofitallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehartofitallpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehartofitallpod Follow Teri Hart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terihart Co-Executive Produced by: Carrie Hayden & Jess Carroll of 6of1 Digital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6of1digital I’m here to share stories and conversations, not medical or professional advice. I’m not a doctor, therapist, or licensed professional, and this podcast is NOT a substitute for guidance from qualified experts. Please seek out professional support when you need it. Take care and I’ll see you in the next episode. - 🟡 About The Hart of it All A podcast about navigating the realities of caregiving. No one should have to do it alone. That’s the heart behind The Hart of I…

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