Best Mel Cogar Author, Certified Radiant Leader Podcasts (2025)

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16| Loving Without Losing Yourself. 4 Types of Healthy Boundaries for Better Life Balance 15:08

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Have you been putting your needs last? Feeling guilty for wanting a break? In the latest episode of Parent Caregiver, we’re talking about how to set healthy boundaries — not to push people away, but to protect you. Because your identity matters too. Head to your favorite podcast app to listen — and come join us in the Caregivers of Parents with Dem…

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15| You're Not Alone. Finding Your Support Circle 8:12

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I know what it feels like to be in the middle of a life you didn’t quite plan. Maybe you thought this would be your season of freedom, or finally chasing your dreams — but instead, you’re helping your parent through the hardest chapter of their life. You love them. You want to show up for them. But… you’re tired. You feel alone. And sometimes, it f…

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14| Parent Caregiver. We're back and sharing how to find life balance! 5:08

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Don't let your role as a parent caregiver keep you from dreaming and reaching your goals. You CAN still balance your dreams and your reality, even if it's at a slower pace than you expected. Today I'm reintroducing the podcast. I hope this podcast helps you find peace and balance in your parent caregiver journey. If the podcast is helpful for you, …

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13| Already Feel Defeated? 4 Tips to Keep Your Dreams Alive in 2025! 18:02

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Don't let your role as a parent caregiver keep you from dreaming and reaching your goals. You CAN still work toward those dreams, even if it's at a slower pace than you expected. Today I'm sharing 4 simple tips to help you keep your dreams alive and help you continue to reach your goals - even when you are overwhelmed and exhausted. I hope this epi…

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12| Give Yourself Grace to Find Peace 12:54

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I'm back after a break for a few months, and this episode is talking about giving yourself grace during your caregiving journey. I didn't want to put this podcast on the back-burner, but life - right? I gave myself grace and am back! I hope this episode helps you find grace for your journey. If this is helpful for you, please leave me a written rev…

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11| Advocating for Your Parent With Dementia While in the Hospital 15:43

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UGH! The healthcare system is broken when it comes to the flow of information for dementia (and so many other) patients! Today I'm sharing a few tips that my sister and I have used when our mother has been in the hospital since her FTD diagnosis. There has to be a better way! I'd love to hear from you at [email protected] if you have experiences …

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10| 3 Tips to Stay Connected With Friends on Limited Time 12:34

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Do you desperately miss your girls night out? Or just laughing with friends? Friends are invaluable on your caregiver journey! They laugh with you, cry with you, listen to your fears, and just sit with you when there's nothing to say. Today I share 3 tips that have helped me to maintain friend connections - and those friends have helped me more tha…

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9| Tips to Tackle Your Crushing To-Do List 13:32

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Does your to-do list feel like it's crushing you? Or do you not even have one because it seems like too big of a task? I have been there, and I'm still a work-in-progress! This is a huge area of struggle for me and one that I am constantly working on! In today's episode, I share a few tips that helped me to get my to-do list to a point that seemed …

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8| Unscripted. The Backstory of My Mother's Dementia Diagnosis 13:03

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Today's episode was recorded on the 15th anniversary of my father's death, which I fully believe triggered Mom's dementia diagnosis. I share a little more about the backstory, and continue to vulnerably share more specifics of Mom's FTD symptoms and behaviors. I hope this helps you in some way as you are traveling your own journey as a parent careg…

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7| Don't Do These 3 Things! How NOT to Handle Hard Dementia Behaviors 10:59

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Your parent or loved one with dementia probably displays behaviors that lead you to react in ways that leave you feeling regretful or even more frustrated. Today I will share 3 things NOT to do, and alternative reactions to help you maintain mental peace. As always, if you have questions or would like to learn more about a topic that I have discuss…

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6| 5 Tips to Reduce Caregiver Overwhelm 13:13

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Caregiver overwhelm is REAL!! Instead of looking within the caregiver role to find ways to reduce stress, today I am sharing 5 tips that are more general in nature to help reduce caregiver stress and overwhelm. As always, if you have questions or would like to learn more about a topic that I have discussed, please email me at [email protected]. A…

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5 | Q&A Part 2. Dementia Diagnosis, Support, and How to Cope 10:38

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What do you do if you suspect your parent has dementia, how do you get a diagnosis? Where do you find support as a parent caregiver? These are just a couple of the questions that I have been asked along this journey. Tune in to find out real life answers from my own experience. As always, if you have questions or would like to learn more about a to…

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4| What is FTD? Q&A Part 1. 10:05

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"What is FTD? Tell me more!" Today I'm going to do just that! As always, I am sharing my knowledge from a daughter's perspective, not a medical perspective. I am going to share the very basics of understanding a frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Please email me at [email protected] with comments or questions or topics you would like to hear abou…

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3| 5 Ways to Reduce Caregiver Stress in 5 Minutes (or Less)! 10:41

1y ago10:41

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Some days, you wonder how you are going to make it through the day! Caregiver stress is REAL and REAL HARD! This episode is going to show you 5 ways (plus a bonus) to reduce stress in the moment, in 5 minutes or less. These strategies are meant to give you a quick win so that you can continue helping your loved one with peace in your heart. *Bonus*…

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2| 4 Early Warning Signs of FTD Dementia 10:58

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How do you know if someone you love has FTD dementia? Early warning signs can often be explained away or ignored. This episode will help you recognize early warning signs of FTD dementia and why it's important to to document the signs. Please email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, or topics that you would like to hear about in fu…

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1| Welcome to Unexpected Seasons. A Glimpse into My Story. 9:11

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In this initial episode, I will share a glimpse into my story as the daughter of a mother with FTD dementia and how the podcast came to life. If you would like to hear a specific topic, please email me at [email protected]. Also, please leave me a review on iTunes. 5 star written reviews help boost visibility for others to find this podcast! Keep…

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Unexpected Seasons Podcast TrailerBy Mel Cogar - Author, Certified Radiant Leader