Who Gets the China?

Kirsten Mau
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Your entertaining and useful guide to helping your parents live better, longer - and saving your sanity while you you’re at it. Join me and my esteemed guests while we share humorous stories and expert advice to help you navigate this phase of life with humor, grace, and tools to succeed. whogetsthechina.substack.com

  1. 3D AGO

    The Caregiving Vortex

    Do you provide care for aging parents? Then you may have felt what I felt after a recent visit to help them out. I'm calling this phenomenon the "Caregiving Vortex." Maybe you have also felt a little crazy for feeling burnt out, tired and overwhelmed after a phase of caregiving for your aging parents.  Listen this week as I share and explore my experience emerging from what I think of as the "Caregiving Vortex." This week's episode reflects on the experience of caregiving for one's aging parents but it applies to any intense caregiving. Sometimes caring for aging parents can feel like living a double life between your "caregiving" self and your "everyday" self. You may struggle to manage your own responsibilities and the responsibilities that come with caregiving. It can be a roller coaster of emotion from joy to frustration in a matter of minutes.  Listen along as I share my version of  the "caregiving vortex." If this feels familiar, please share with someone who can relate. Follow Who Gets the China? for more essays on www.whogetsthechina.substack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ www.jigawattsstudio.com

    5 min

  2. SEP 23

    An Important Ally in Healthy Aging: Your Physical Therapist with Kristin Zeid

    This week, Kirsten talks with physical therapist Kristin Zeid about how physical therapy supports older adults in staying mobile, recovering from injuries, and aging well. They explore the physical and social benefits of therapy, how families can stay attentive to their parents’ health, and the importance of working with providers who truly understand the needs of older adults. Follow Who Gets the China? on www.whogetsthechina.substack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ https://www.bluogden.com/ Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ https://www.windsandproductions.com/ Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ http://www.jigawattsstudio.com/

    36 min

  3. SEP 16

    When You Have to Cope with the Closets: Punchbowls, Coin Collections & More with Jennifer David

    Leaving this world—and the belongings we accumulate—is inevitable, and those we love are left to navigate the memories, the closets, and the goodbyes. In this heartfelt episode, Jennifer David and Kirsten share both tears and laughter as we reflect on a loved one’s passing and the small steps that can make the process a little easier. They explore the practical and sentimental challenges of letting go, talk about when to call in reinforcements, how to support those grieving, and the delicate balance between preparing and simply being present. Follow Who Gets the China? on www.whogetsthechina.substack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ www.jigawattsstudio.com

    29 min

  4. SEP 9

    Creating Connection Through Creativity with Danielle Schulz

    This week, we are joined by Danielle Schulz, Associate Director of Lifelong Learning and Accessibility at the Denver Art Museum, to explore how art can make the aging process a more enjoyable experience. Danielle and Kirsten discuss the benefits of creative aging--a fun way to create new neural pathways, promote healthy aging, and combat social isolation. Get useful and specific tips on how you and your aging parent or loved one can be creative, whether individually or in group, at home or at a local venue. Creativity at every age enhances mental and emotional well-being, particularly for caregivers who often prioritize others' needs over their own.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Denver Art Museum Art at Hand Program Museum of Modern Art, NYC Meet Me at MoMA for adults with dementia Creative Aging at the Frye Museum in Seattle  Metropolitan Museum of Art 360 video series Memory Cafe Directory Craftsy.com Follow Who Gets the China? on www.whogetsthechina.substack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ www.jigawattsstudio.com

    53 min

  5. SEP 2

    When Your Mom Won’t Sell: Getting Your Childhood Dollhouse on the Market with Grandi Mau

    This mini episode features a very special guest: my mom!  Together, we share the funny, at times frustrating, and surprisingly emotional journey of trying to downsize the family dollhouse. Join us as we take a stroll or two down memory lane and explore why it’s so hard to let go of items that you have such an emotional connection to.   To read this essay, and see photos(!), visit www.whogetsthechina.substack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Spotify or Apple podcasts Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ www.jigawattsstudio.com

    13 min

  6. AUG 28

    Quality Time Over Productive Time

    I often find that every visit to my parents seems to become more of a mission to tackle an endless checklist than an opportunity to spend time with family and build memories in the time we're lucky to have. It's so easy to focus on the to-do list that you lose sight of creating quality time. I've worked with a range of experts to create my list of Top Ten Strategies to Maximize Quality Time - without sacrificing getting things done, perhaps even by combining the two in unexpected ways. If there's something I left out, I'd love to hear about it! Maybe we'll do a future episode featuring the best tips I receive. You can also read this essay as an article on Substack at www.substack.com/whogetsthechina? If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Spotify or Apple podcasts Email us at info@whogetsthechina.com Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com  Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com  Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ www.jigawattsstudio.com

    11 min

  7. AUG 26

    Aging-in-place: Meaningful Conversations and Sound Decisions with Julie Butscher, LCSW

    In this episode, Julie Butscher, LCSW and Kirsten dive into the often-tough conversations around whether aging parents should stay at home or move into a community, offering practical strategies, compassionate insights, and a positive outlook to help families find the right solutions. From using the “Spoons Theory” to maximize quality of life, to having the “car key conversation,” planning ahead to avoid crisis, and finding ways to introduce new care strategies with ease, this discussion provides valuable guidance for keeping loved ones safe, supported, and heard. Follow Who Gets the China? on whogetsthechina.substack.com If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Spotify or Apple podcasts Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ www.jigawattsstudio.com

    54 min

  8. AUG 14

    Getting A Handle On Your Estate with Kami Pomerantz

    What are the most important parts of organizing an estate? What forms need to be in place, even as soon as we turn 18? How do we protect our parents (and our own) finances from accidents to fraud? Estate attorney Kami Pomerantz is here to answer our questions and share her expert knowledge for preparing an estate for a smooth transition at any financial level.   Connect with us on Substack If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might appreciate the conversation. And don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Spotify or Apple podcasts Credits: Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com/ Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com Graphic design by Jenn Beam @jigawattsstudio.com

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Your entertaining and useful guide to helping your parents live better, longer - and saving your sanity while you you’re at it. Join me and my esteemed guests while we share humorous stories and expert advice to help you navigate this phase of life with humor, grace, and tools to succeed. whogetsthechina.substack.com

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    Kirsten Mau
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