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Caregiving is an act of love – but without boundaries, it can quietly drain your joy, energy, and sense of self.
In this powerful episode of Create Your Own Economy, host Bunmi Ajibade sits down with caregiver coach, advocate, and writer Carol L. Stokes to explore the emotional realities of caregiving and how women can move from overwhelm to clarity – without guilt.
Carol shares her deeply personal journey from practicing attorney to caregiver and entrepreneur, and introduces her signature Peace Plan – a practical framework designed to help caregivers protect their well-being while continuing to show up with compassion.
You’ll learn:
✅ The early warning signs of caregiver burnout
✅ Why self-care is not selfish – it’s essential
✅ How to set boundaries without guilt or resentment
✅ How caregivers can rediscover purpose and peace
✅ Practical tools to move from chaos to clarity
Whether you’re a caregiver, a corporate professional feeling called toward a more purpose-driven life, or a woman balancing many roles – this episode will meet you where you are and remind you that your well-being matters too.
🎙️ Tune in to Create Your Own Economy with Bunmi Ajibade for honest conversations, real frameworks, and compassionate leadership.
Key Moments:
04:28 “Carol Stokes: Caregiver Advocate”
08:12 “Life Choosing Us”
10:33 “Choosing the Right Power Attorney”
14:11 “Overcoming Self-Doubt and Responsibility”
19:49 “Overcoming Transition and Burnout”
22:26 “Processing Feelings to Prevent Burnout”
25:47 “Clarity, Feelings, and Boundaries”
31:19 “Helping Semi-Independent Son Transition”
32:19 “Establishing Boundaries and Communication”
37:55 “Self-Care for Women Caregivers”
41:33 “Overwhelmed and Feeling Alone”
43:18 “Prioritize Self-Care and Balance”
48:02 “Prioritize Joy to Energize”
49:38 “Commit to Balance and Self-Care”
54:17 “Visit My Website for Updates”
56:57 Blueprint for Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
About the guest :
Carol L. Stokes is a caregiver coach, advocate, and writer passionate about supporting women and families through the tough, beautiful, and often overwhelming realities of caregiving. Drawing on her many years as Power of Attorney and daily advocate for a loved one facing mental illness and aging challenges, Carol crafts practical tools rooted in compassion and lived experience—not theory. She is the creator of the PEACE Plan, a simple, actionable framework that helps caregivers move from chaos and burnout to clarity, confidence, empowerment, and peace of mind. Entrepreneurs’ well-being and livelihoods need not suffer. Through her story, her writing, and her one-on-one coaching, Carol’s mission is to help caregivers reclaim their sense of self, restore relationships, and rediscover hope – even in the hardest seasons. She believes that no caregiver should ever feel invisible, alone, or powerless.
How to connect Carol :
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/carol-l-stokes-9271b6a1
Website: https://www.CarolLStokes.com
Download the blueprint: https://carollstokes.kit.com/thebalanceblueprint