by Henry Becky | Sep 18, 2022 | Caregiving, Carolyn Costin, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Fear, Hope, Mindfulness, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Did you know that the word, “hope” in my business name, Hope Network, LLC stands for; “Healthy Options for Personal Education?” I know, I’d almost forgotten but it is the foundation for providing eating disorder family support for caregivers. Also, HOPE... 
by Henry Becky | Aug 21, 2022 | Boundaries, Caregiving, College, Communication, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Eating Disorders Resources, Education, Hope, Oxygen Mask, Recovery, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers, Treatment
It’s hard for many of us to admit that summer is coming to an end. Getting ready to leave this idyllic island in the Pacific Northwest is a bit sad. As excited as I am to have several weeks in early fall back in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to visit... 
by Henry Becky | Aug 14, 2022 | Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Hope, Joy, Oxygen Mask, Recovery, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
As caregivers, we need to be constantly adjusting our sails as we learn what our loved ones need at different stages and often in the same day. This takes a lot of being aware, adaptable and rested. The fear will always be lurking and tempting us to jump onto the... 
by Henry Becky | Aug 5, 2022 | Advocacy, Boundaries, Caregiving, Carolyn Costin, Communication, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Eating Disorders Resources, Education, Fear, Gratitude, Grief, Hope, HUG Kits, Joy, Mindfulness, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Shame, Support, Tools for Caregivers, Treatment
Yes, we have extremely broken health care systems and insurance systems in the United States. Even with those very broken systems, we can all work together and create improved treatment outcomes. How? For nearly 20 years of coaching family caregivers, I’ve been seeing... 
by Henry Becky | Jul 31, 2022 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Hope, Oxygen Mask, Recovery, Self Care, Support, Tools for Caregivers
Intern Anna is back so I can “rest and reset” myself this summer. Here I am checking out a gorgeous labyrinth on Bainbridge Island. You may have seen my recent piece on rest, and now you can get insights from Anna’s perspectives on rest during... 
by Henry Becky | Jul 24, 2022 | Boundaries, Caregiving, Distress - Yours, Mine and Ours, Education, Hope, Mindfulness, Oxygen Mask, Self Care, Tools for Caregivers
If you’re a practical person like me, you’re likely thinking, “Oh sure, sounds good on paper or in a research lab.” Finding time to rest when you’re a caregiver, even if your loved one is away at treatment can feel impossible. And even if one can find time, how do we... 