SUMMARY:

Emma Lyons shares how trauma, generational patterns, and family dynamics shape caregiving—and why self-care is vital. Learn why boundaries, healing, and supportive environments matter for caregivers, and how to break the cycle of self-sacrifice.

BIO:

Emma Lyons is a trauma-informed healer and founder of The Trauma Matrix, where she helps women break up with the shame voice that’s been sabotaging their success, relationships, and visibility for years. After studying law and international human rights, Emma turned away from a life path that looked good on paper but felt like slow death — and spent the next decade deep in the healing world. Despite all the therapy, yoga, mindset work, and energy practices, she still found herself stuck in loops of self-erasure, burnout, and invisibility… until she uncovered the deeper truth: she’d internalized a narcissistic system of control, and it was running her from the inside out. Today, Emma helps high-functioning, heart-led women dismantle that inner narcissist, the shame voice that humiliates, controls, and impersonates them, so they can reclaim clarity, power, and nervous system freedom.

Grab Emma’s FREE guide: "5 Signs You Need to Break Up with Your Inner Narcissist" This isn’t another mindset gimick . It’s the root system behind shame spirals, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and chronic self-sabotage. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it. https://tinyurl.com/nottodaynarc

Emma’s Social Media Links:

https://www.instagram.com/trauma.matrix/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-lyons-traumamatrix/

https://www.facebook.com/trauma.matrix

https://www.youtube.com/@trauma.matrix

https://www.tiktok.com/@trauma.matrix

https://traumamatrix.substack.com/

ABOUT ME:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Deborah-S.-Greenhut/author/B001KI5BAU?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=985b6dac-012d-4eb4-aabb-e15635ed3d7f

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Episode 47 Mary Gaul

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Absolutely! Here’s a longer podcast episode description for your show notes based on the Mary Gaul interview:

In this heartfelt episode of The Sharegiving Secret, host Deborah Greenhut sits down with Mary Gaul—caregiver, business coach, and entrepreneur—to explore the powerful intersection of caregiving and running a business. Mary shares her personal journey of supporting her mother through dementia as one of eight siblings, balancing the demands of family caregiving with her responsibilities as a solopreneur.

Mary and Deborah discuss the essential role of systems, checklists, and communication for families who share caregiving duties, and how many of the same skills required in business can help caregivers prevent burnout and create sustainable routines. Mary reveals how she and her siblings divided tasks, tracked details, and found ways to maintain meaningful connections with their mother—even from a distance.

The conversation moves beyond logistics, delving into the emotional realities of caregiving: the grief that often follows the end of a caregiving journey, the importance of self-care, and the need to celebrate small wins along the way. Mary offers practical advice on managing finances, building supportive teams, and using “space and grace” to navigate the unpredictability of caregiving life.

Whether you’re a family caregiver, a business owner juggling multiple roles, or anyone seeking inspiration to blend compassion with productivity, you’ll find valuable insights in this episode. Mary’s message is clear: the work of caregiving is sacred, and every small effort counts—even when it’s hard to see in the moment.

Tune in for actionable tips, honest conversation, and encouragement for your own caregiving journey. To connect with Mary Gaul or access her free resources, visit www.successmagnified.com.

About Our Guest:

Mary Gaul is a seasoned business coach, speaker, and host of the LEAP to Success podcast. She helps women solopreneurs grow thriving, values-aligned businesses with clarity, confidence, and joy. As founder of Success Magnified and leader of the LEAP for Ladies Community, Mary delivers practical strategies, loving accountability, and a dash of fun to empower entrepreneurs to grow with purpose.

Connect with Mary Gaul:

SOCIAL MEDIA:

Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marygaulcoach/

LInkedIn Success mag page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-magnified/

LinkedIn: Leap for Ladies: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leap-for-ladies-community/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@marygaul_successmagnified

Insta Biz: @successmagnified https://www.instagram.com/successmagnified/

Free Gift:

The power of celebration: Your listeners can download a Celebration Checklist here

Mary's link for a free 30 minute FOCUS session about their business can be found here:

Episode 46 Title: To Life: Wine, Caregiving, and Reinvention with Nick the Wine Guy

Summary:

In this heartwarming episode of The Sharegiving Secret, host Deborah Greenhut welcomes Nick Elliott—also known as "Nick the Wine Guy"—for a refreshing departure from the usual caregiving heaviness. Nick shares his remarkable journey from stay-at-home dad to hospitality pro, vineyard worker, and host of his own podcast Pour and Explore. They discuss the unexpected beauty of caregiving, finding balance after burnout, raising a neurodivergent child, and how food, wine, and travel offer windows into human empathy. Whether you're a caregiver in need of a mini-escape or simply love a good story over a glass of wine, this 20-minute “vacation” is for you.

#caregiving

#CaregiverLife

#winelovers

#parentingjourney

#neurodiversityaffirming

#podcastlife

#foodandwine

#PourAndExplore

#WineGuy

#travelstories

#caregiversupport

#adoptionstory

#empathymatters

#familybalance

#selfcareforcaregivers

#inspiringstories

#mentalhealthmatters

#coqauvin

#sharegivingsecret

Key Takeaways from Nick the Wine Guy’s Episode

🍇 Caregiving as a Life Choice--Stay-at-home Dad

Stay-at-home dad by design: Nick and his wife chose adoption and prioritized having a full-time parent at home. He stepped into the primary caregiving role for their son.

Joy in caregiving: He emphasizes the joyful and formative aspects of parenting—helping a child blossom rather than controlling their growth.

Parenting with neurodivergence: Nick’s son has dyslexia, dysgraphia, and ADHD. Nick shares how caregiving strategies shifted with these diagnoses—prioritizing support over strict structure.

🔄 Reinventing Life After Full-Time Caregiving

Gradual reintegration into work: Once his son started school, Nick rebuilt his career slowly through part-time jobs, eventually returning to the family winery and branching into hospitality and catering.

The importance of balance: Nick advocates for personal enjoyment alongside caregiving responsibilities, cautioning against burnout.

✈️ The Transformative Power of Travel

🎙️ The Storytelling Thread--About Nick's podcast, "Pour and Explore"

🍷 Living Fully

Bio:

Nick Elliott, aka “The Wine Guy,” is a certified sommelier, classically trained chef, and wine expert with over 30 years of experience in hospitality, wine education, and sales. His career spans restaurant management, winemaking, event production, and brand development. Nick’s passion for wine is rooted in his belief that wine should be fun, approachable, and educational for everyone.

Through his company, The Wine Guy, Nick offers personalized wine education, private tastings, and curates unique wine experiences. His expertise spans wines from across the globe, with a special focus on making wine approachable for all levels of enthusiasts.

As the host of Pour & Explore: A Wine, Food & Travel Podcast, Nick delves into the world of wine, food, and travel, sharing insights into global wine regions, trends, and the cultures behind them. The podcast is a gateway to discovering wines from destinations you might not expect, giving listeners a deeper connection to the world of wine.

Nick also leads exclusive International Wine Tours, offering wine lovers the chance to explore iconic wine regions worldwide. These tours provide behind-the-scenes access to vineyards, tastings, and local culture, all curated by Nick to offer a truly immersive experience.

Nick’s goal is to continue exploring the world, discovering new wines, and sharing those experiences with his clients, enriching their wine journeys one glass at a time.

Episode 45 Summary

In this return visit, coach and energy-healer Jennifer Takagi explores what happens after the marathon of family caregiving is over. Drawing on the heartbreak of losing both parents just 12 days apart and her gift for lightning-fast medical note-taking that kept doctors honest , Jennifer shares her signature “12-Minute to Success” WIND methodology for rebuilding purpose in bite-sized, achievable sprints . Host Dr. Deborah Greenhut and Jennifer discuss identity loss, grief, and why carving out twelve focused minutes can restart momentum—no matter where you are on the caregiver journey.

Key Takeaways

1. The caregiving season ends—plan for the next chapter now. Jennifer reminds listeners that even the most intense care situations are temporary; envisioning post-caregiving life prevents an existential free-fall when duties end .
2. Why 12 minutes? Borrowing from Jack Canfield’s “5 % more” rule, Jennifer translates 5 % of a four-hour block into twelve minutes—long enough to gain traction, short enough to feel doable .
3. Rapid note-taking is a super-power. Accurate, spelled-out medical notes defuse sibling conflict and empower families to challenge providers when something “doesn’t sound right” .
4. Self-care role models matter. Jennifer’s father set the tone by leaving the ICU nightly to eat, pay bills, and sleep—modeling sustainable caregiving boundaries .
5. Energy work + high-performance habits = Success Mastery. Jennifer’s 1-on-1 program blends clearing emotional blocks with practical habit-building; interested listeners can book a complimentary call at YourSuccessCall.com

About Our Guest:

Jennifer Takagi, a 12-Minute Success Coach, empowers individuals—especially women—to discover their purpose and potential. Believing in the power of self-trust and intuition, she helps clients gain clarity, confidence, and meaningful success. As a keynote speaker, she inspires audiences to lead with their values and inner wisdom. Jennifer’s blend of intuitive guidance and practical strategies encourages growth, alignment with personal values, and impactful, soul-led leadership.

About Me:

I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.

Connect with Me:

https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/

Find my books here

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The Sharegiving Secret, EP 44: Kristina Jenen

Enrollment, End-of-Life Care, and Sacred Listening: A Conversation with Pastor Kristina Jensen

Pastor and strategist Kristina Jensen joins Deborah to explore caregiving through the lens of enrollment, sacred presence, and hospice care. A must-listen for anyone navigating family dynamics and end-of-life challenges.

In this deeply resonant episode of The Sharegiving Secret™, host Deborah Greenhut welcomes Pastor Kristina Jensen—a woman of many callings including Lutheran pastor, hospice chaplain, and enrollment strategist for online coaches.

Together, they explore:

· The meaning of “enrollment” and how it applies to caregiving and family dynamics

· How caregivers can create emotional safety during tough conversations

· The spiritual and logistical realities of hospice care

· Why many caregivers miss out on life-changing services—and how to ask the right questions

· Sacred ways to reclaim your voice and presence in even the most chaotic caregiving moments

Kristina’s warm insights and personal stories will uplift, validate, and guide anyone who has ever felt unseen or overwhelmed in their caregiving role.

Whether you're negotiating with family members or facing the possibility of hospice, this conversation offers emotional clarity and actionable hope.

Connect with Kristina Jensen

• Instagram: @kristinaleejensen
• Church: St. John’s Lutheran, Saxeville, WI
• (Now streaming services and sermons online)

Bio: Kristina Jensen is a seasoned sales and enrollment strategist who has generated millions in revenue for coaches and course creators. She helps entrepreneurs build genuine, lasting connections during sales calls, resulting in more closed sales, increased confidence, and deeper trust with clients. With 18 years as an ordained pastor, she blends compassion with practical insight in every strategy.

Hashtags:

#CaregivingMatters

#FamilyCaregivers

#CaregiverSupport

#TheSharegivingSecret

#SacredCaregiving

#EndOfLifeCare

#HospiceAwareness

#EmotionalSafety

#CaregiverWisdom

#WomenInMinistry

🕊️ Spiritual & Emotional Themes

#SacredListening

#SpiritualCare

#FaithAndHealing

#PresenceMatters

#SeenAndHeard

#PastoralCare

#ChaplainVoices

🧠 Psychological & Communication Skills

#TraumaInformedCare

#EnrollmentNotSales

#HealingConversations

#FamilyDynamics

#CaregiverBoundaries

🧑‍⚕️ End-of-Life & Practical Tips

#PalliativeCare

#HospiceSupport

#AskForHelp

#MedicareAndCaregiving

#CaregivingResources

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of The Sharegiving Secrets, I welcome web developer and brand strategist Lori Osborne to share her powerful story of starting over—twice. From overcoming a life-altering brain tumor diagnosis to caring for her mother in her final days, Lori’s resilience, honesty, and vulnerability offer hope and practical wisdom to anyone navigating caregiving, grief, or reinvention.

· Listeners will hear:

· How Lori turned adversity into a thriving creative business

· Why caregiving nearly broke her—and what employers and families need to do better

· The brutal toll of unsupported caregiving and how we can shift the conversation toward compassion

· Tips for surviving family conflict and protecting your health as a caregiver

Lori’s story is a candid reminder that caregiving is not just an act of love—it's a crisis that requires support, boundaries, and systemic change.

Lori’s bio:

Lori Osborne is affectionately known as The Authority Amplifier. She’s the founder of BizBolster Web Solutions and the creator of The Authority Blueprint™. With nearly a decade of experience in brand strategy and website design, Lori helps Thought Leaders identify and clarify their brand and translates it into authority-driven websites that attract aligned clients and amplify their impact online.

When she's not building powerhouse brands, Lori enjoys coastal life near Amelia Island, Florida, alongside her amazing husband and two adorable fur babies.

Link to Complimentary Brand Audit:

5 Steps to Evaluate Your Brand & Online Authority:

https://www.bizbolster.com/vip-visibility-audit

Grief doesn’t end when caregiving does—it evolves into something else entirely. I sat down with Dr. George Ackerman, a former caregiver, police officer, and fierce Parkinson’s advocate, who turned personal heartbreak into global impact after losing his mom to the disease. George opens up about the raw truth of caregiving—especially as a son—and how he built TogetherForSharon.com as a lifeline for others navigating isolation, advocacy, and loss. His mission proves that love doesn’t stop when caregiving ends—it transforms into purpose, action, and connection that can light the way for others still in the fight.

About Dr. George Ackerman:

Dr. George Ackerman (Sharon’s son) is from Brooklyn, N.Y. Now residing in Florida, he works in the fields of law, police, and education. George lost his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman on 1/1/2020 due to Parkinson’s Disease.

George wanted to honor his mother and continue to help in the Parkinson’s awareness cause and did not know how to bring change. We started TogetherForSharon® as a family for the purpose of keeping my mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman’s, memory alive and to share the message of Parkinson’s Awareness and hope for a cure.

Today https://www.togetherforsharon.com/ reaches thousands of individuals across the country for PD Awareness. George currently interviews individuals throughout the Parkinson’s community including various foundations, caregivers, and Parkinson’s warriors to help share their stories and causes.

I am on a mission, and nothing will ever stop me until there is a PD Cure.... nothing. Join me, share and we are a family in this mission toward a cure, always! https://www.togetherforsharon.com/about-us/#mission

Author, A Son’s Journey from Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver to Advocate. To order your copy click https://www.togetherforsharon.com/my-book-a-sons-journey/

Also available in kindle/eBook and Hardcover at https://www.togetherforsharon.com/my-book/

Author, Voices of Resilience: Conversations with Parkinson's Disease Warriors, Caregivers and Advocates. Book 1. https://www.togetherforsharon.com/my-book-voices-of-resilience/

Author, Voices of Resilience: Conversations with Parkinson's Disease Warriors, Caregivers and Advocates. Book II. https://www.togetherforsharon.com/book-voices-of-resilience-ii/

Social media links:

• All Social https://linktr.ee/togetherforsharon
• Website https://www.togetherforsharon.com/
• TogetherForSharon® Shop https://www.togetherforsharon.com/shop/
• Email togetherforsharon@gmail.com
• LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ackerman-ph-d-esq-mba-00871a82/
• TikTok

When caregiving emergencies hit, most of us scramble—and I’ve been there, making late-night calls, crossing my fingers for a decent match. That’s why my conversation with Amit Shrivastava lit me up. He’s building something truly game-changing with Go Instacare—a platform that doesn’t just find caregivers, it matches them based on personality, experience, and even language compatibility. Amit’s passion comes from lived experience, watching his own mother care for his grandmother without resources or support. Now, he’s transforming that into a tech-powered solution that’s free for families and built with heart. We talk about AI, instant caregiver matching, and why true care begins with connection.

About Amit Shrivastava:

Amit was born and brought up in India alongside his 5 other siblings. Although not from an affluent background, his parents ensured that he and his siblings got a good education. While growing up, one of the greatest things he learnt from his parents was caring for others. 30 years later, Amit still remembers how his mom, unable to hire professional care due to financial constraint, had to do all the heavy lifting while caring for his aged grandmother in her last years. This experience fueled in him a passion to develop a system that would lessen the hardship on families going through similar situation - unable to afford much needed professional care for their loved ones. So, drawing from his wealth of knowledge and experience in engineering and business strategy, Amit set up GoInstaCare Inc to leverage modern tech and bring AFFORDABLE and INSTANT care to families, by connecting them directly with professional care providers around the United States. With GoInstaCare, Amit is finally fulfilling his lifelong dream of revolutionizing the care giving marketplace by providing excellent yet affordable care to clients, peace of mind to family members and a healthy growth environment for care providers.

Link to Founder’s profiles: https://goinstacare.com/about#meet-founders

About Go InstaCare -

Go InstaCare is a tech-based, caregiving App that connects families looking for care with BACKGROUND CHECKED care providers, Instantly. The App is completely free to use. Go InstaCare App allows families to search for caregivers based on budget, skills, personality type, experience and many other criterion. The best part is that the matched caregivers are available to talk to families right away. Moreover, families can even do a video call with caregivers they like. The system also works on feedback from families so good caregivers keep showing up on top of the search results.

By leveraging modern tech to connect care seekers directly with well-trained care providers across the country, GoInstaCare makes it possible for care seekers to receive the best quality care they need, anywhere, anytime and all of this at a very affordable rate.

Our Mission: At GoInstaCare, our mission is to provide RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE and INSTANT care, anytime, anywhere to Families across the United States.

Learn more about Go InstaCare:

Client App Links :

Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/goinstacare-find-home-care/id6448659417

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.goinstacare.client&pli=1

Provider App Link:

Apple: