Life doesn’t pause for caregiving, and it definitely doesn’t pause when mom gets sick. I’m showing up with a scratchy voice and an honest story because I know how many of us are running on empty while still managing meds, meals, school, appointments, and the nonstop mental load that comes with parenting and disability caregiving. I also share a real-time glimpse into the stress of advocating for what our kids need, including the frustration of insurance denial of my son's necessary orthotics.

Then we get practical. I walk through five simple, things you can do right now to lighten the load right now: focus on the next thing instead of the whole week, lower the bar without guilt, take one thing off your plate, let “good enough” count, and receive help even when it’s uncomfortable. These may seem small, but they can reduce overwhelm, protect your energy, and help you keep moving through a season of exhaustion.

We share the Scripture Isaiah 40:29: God gives strength to the weary and power to the weak. If you feel behind, exhausted, or like you’re barely keeping your head above water, I want you to hear this clearly from me: you are not failing, you are carrying a lot, and you are not alone. If this encouraged you, subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more caregivers can find support.

You are not alone.

You are seen.

You are held.

And you can keep going...just take the next step.

And if you want a little more encouragement in your everyday life, you can find me on Instagram at @carissamdahl

Welcome to Held with Carissa Dahl! Welcome to a steady, honest space for women and caregivers walking long seasons where life can feels heavy, exhausting and sometimes lonely. In this episode you will find:

• Why we created Held and who it is for
• A warm invitation to rest and breathe
• Our commitment to biblical truth and lived experience
• Naming exhaustion loneliness and feeling invisible
• What to expect each week from short encouragements to Scripture
• Isaiah 46:4 as an anchor in hard seasons
• Faith as taking the next step without seeing the path

So if this episode encouraged you today, I would love for you to follow the podcast so you don't miss future episodes. And if you know someone walking through a hard season, you could share this episode with them.

Held with Carissa Dahl~Real Life Held by a Faithful God

You are not alone.

You are seen.

You are held.

And you can keep going...just take the next step.

And if you want a little more encouragement in your everyday life, you can find me on Instagram at @carissamdahl

Welcome to Held with Carissa Dahl, a podcast for weary women and caregivers walking long, exhausting seasons.

I'm Carissa: preacher, mom, wife, educator, and someone who has lived through real-life messiness and long seasons of waiting, caregiving, and exhaustion. On this podcast, we'll explore hope, peace, and encouragement from scripture and everyday life.

Whether you are caring for children with disabilities, navigating chronic illness, or just feeling invisible in the middle of life, this is a place to pause, breathe, and be reminded that God is holding you, right here, right now.

Join us each week for real conversations, encouragement, and gentle reminders that you are not alone.

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Follow over at Instagram @carissamdahl

You are not alone.

You are seen.

You are held.

And you can keep going...just take the next step.

And if you want a little more encouragement in your everyday life, you can find me on Instagram at @carissamdahl