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You're My Favorite

Ari & Lexi

17 episodes

2 weeks ago

The holidays can amplify everything — stress, grief, emotions… and often, alcohol. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about substances, drinking culture, and how caregiving has shaped our relationship with alcohol. From social pressure at holiday gatherings to using drinks as a way to cope, we talk openly about what’s felt supportive, what hasn’t, and what’s changed for each of us. We explore how caretaking stress can blur boundaries, how alcohol can sneak in as a coping mec...

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The holidays can amplify everything — stress, grief, emotions… and often, alcohol. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about substances, drinking culture, and how caregiving has shaped our relationship with alcohol. From social pressure at holiday gatherings to using drinks as a way to cope, we talk openly about what’s felt supportive, what hasn’t, and what’s changed for each of us. We explore how caretaking stress can blur boundaries, how alcohol can sneak in as a coping mec...

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Episodes (17/17)

You're My Favorite

So… Let’s Talk About Coping

The holidays can amplify everything — stress, grief, emotions… and often, alcohol. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about substances, drinking culture, and how caregiving has shaped our relationship with alcohol. From social pressure at holiday gatherings to using drinks as a way to cope, we talk openly about what’s felt supportive, what hasn’t, and what’s changed for each of us. We explore how caretaking stress can blur boundaries, how alcohol can sneak in as a coping mec...

2 weeks ago

38 minutes

You're My Favorite

Holiday Cheer…and Holiday Tears

The holiday season can be beautiful, meaningful… and unbelievably hard. In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to move through the holidays while grieving, missing someone, or carrying the emotional weight of caregiving. From traditions that feel different now, to the unexpected moments that bring up tears, we open up about our own experiences and the complicated mix of joy, nostalgia, and heartbreak this time of year can bring. We also get into the pressure of holiday expectations—sho...

4 weeks ago

33 minutes

You're My Favorite

Life Lately: A Little Catch Up

We’re back with a long-overdue catch-up, and honestly… a lot has happened. In this episode, we’re sharing life updates, caregiving updates, mental health check-ins, and all the little (and not-so-little) moments that have been shaping our world recently. From new routines with Mom, to emotional surprises, to the things that made us laugh, cry, or spiral just a little — we’re talking about it all. Think of this one as a sister debrief: unfiltered, honest, a little chaotic, and full of those “s...

1 month ago

39 minutes

You're My Favorite

Grief, Growth, and Dad: Three Years Later

This week, we’re taking a step back from caregiving talk to share something a little more personal — memories of our dad. As we approach the third anniversary of his passing, we wanted to honor him the way we know best: by talking, laughing, and remembering the small things that still make us smile. We share stories from our childhood, what we’ve learned about grief as time’s passed, and how losing him shaped the way we care for our mom and for each other. This one’s a love letter to the man ...

1 month ago

40 minutes

You're My Favorite

The Helper High (and helper low!)

Ever have those days where you’re running on pure adrenaline, checking every box, being the supportive daughter/sister/employee/friend… and you feel weirdly amazing about it? That’s the “helper high” — the emotional rush that comes from showing up for everyone else. But if you’ve been there, you also know what comes next: the crash. Hard. In this episode, we’re talking about that cycle — the highs that make us feel unstoppable, and the burnout that hits once the dust settles. We share how the...

2 months ago

32 minutes

You're My Favorite

Paperwork Panic: The Legal & Financial Side of Caregiving (Without Losing Your Mind)

Let’s be real — no one tells you caregiving comes with this much paperwork. From Power of Attorney and advance directives to bank accounts and insurance forms, it can feel like you need a law degree just to keep up. In this episode, we’re diving into the not-so-glamorous side of caregiving: the legal and financial chaos that comes with helping a parent. We share how we figured it all out (mostly through trial and error), what we wish we’d known sooner, and how we keep it all organized now. We...

2 months ago

30 minutes

You're My Favorite

Balancing Careers and Caregiving: The Double Shift

Caregiving doesn’t clock out when the workday begins. In this episode, we’re digging into the messy, complicated relationship between careers and caregiving. From rearranging schedules and navigating understanding (or not-so-understanding) bosses, to the guilt of missing opportunities or feeling like you’re always one step behind, we share our own experiences of trying to balance it all. We talk about how caregiving has shaped our career paths, the emotional load we carry into the workplace, ...

3 months ago

31 minutes

You're My Favorite

Caught in the Middle: Caregiving and the Sandwich Generation

What does it mean to be part of the “sandwich generation”? Traditionally, it’s adults caring for both their kids and their aging parents — but even without children, the push-and-pull of being caught in the middle is very real. In this episode, we unpack the pressures of balancing caregiving with careers, relationships, friendships, and our own needs. From being the bridge between family members, to feeling stretched in multiple directions at once, we’re sharing the moments that made us feel ...

3 months ago

26 minutes

You're My Favorite

Behind the Care: The Feelings We Don’t Talk About

In this episode, we step away from the logistics and dive into the heart of caregiving—the emotions that often go unspoken. From the quiet grief that sneaks up in unexpected moments, to the anger and guilt we don’t always want to admit, to the gratitude and love that still manage to shine through, we’re opening up about the full spectrum of what it feels like to be a caregiver. This conversation is raw, tender, and honest. It’s about carrying a heavy emotional load while still showing up ever...

4 months ago

21 minutes

You're My Favorite

When Joy Meets Grief: Navigating Big Life Events as Caregivers

Big life events are supposed to be all joy and celebration—but for caregivers, they can also stir up a lot of complicated emotions. In this episode, we talk about Ari’s wedding: the excitement, the chaos, and the very real grief of missing a key family member during such a milestone moment. We share the push and pull between wanting to be fully present in a once-in-a-lifetime event, while also carrying the weight of absence. From navigating family dynamics, to finding ways to honor loved one...

4 months ago

26 minutes

You're My Favorite

Navigating Love, Friendship & Intimacy as Caregivers Part 2

In Part 2 of our relationships series, we’re digging deeper—not into family this time, but into the messier, sweeter, more nuanced connections we build with partners, friends, and everyone in between. From the pressures caregiving can place on romantic relationships, to the way friendships shift when life gets heavy, we’re sharing our own stories and struggles around showing up (or not showing up) for the people in our lives. We talk about the silent expectations that creep in, the guilt that...

4 months ago

24 minutes

You're My Favorite

Navigating Relationships & Family Dynamics as Caregivers Part 1

This week, we take a close look at how caregiving reshapes the most important relationships in our lives — starting with our siblings. In Part 1 of this conversation, we reflect on how the weight of caregiving has shifted the way we communicate, divide responsibilities, and show up for one another as sisters. From childhood dynamics resurfacing to new roles being formed, we talk candidly about the tensions, tenderness, and transformation that caregiving brings to sibling bonds. We also touch ...

5 months ago

30 minutes

You're My Favorite

Burnout is Real: Caregiving and Mental Health

Caregiving can take a serious toll on your mental and emotional well-being—and we’re not here to sugarcoat it. In this episode, we open up about the exhaustion, guilt, and emotional overload we’ve experienced as caregivers, and share the ways we’ve tried (and sometimes failed) to care for ourselves in the process. If you've ever felt like you're running on empty, you're not alone—and this one's for you.

5 months ago

33 minutes

You're My Favorite

Finding the Right Fit: Our Search for a Care Home

In this episode, we’re diving into the emotional and logistical rollercoaster of finding the right care home for our mom. We break down the differences between assisted living and memory care, share what we looked for during our search, and talk through the tricky realities of cost, Medicaid, and what no one really prepares you for. If you’re in the middle of this process—or know you might be someday—we’re here to help you feel a little more informed and a lot less alone. Helpful Resour...

5 months ago

28 minutes

You're My Favorite

The Heart of It All: Our Mom’s Story

In this episode, we’re sharing the story of the woman at the center of it all—our mom, Carol. From our childhood memories to her vibrant personality and the little things that made her her, we reflect on the mom we grew up with and how her journey with dementia and Parkinson’s has shaped the present. This one’s tender, honest, and full of love.

6 months ago

31 minutes

You're My Favorite

Meet Lexi & Ari – Our Caregiving Story

Welcome to our very first episode! Meet Lexi and Ari, two sisters in their 20s and 30s, who became caregivers for their mom after her diagnosis with dementia and Parkinson's. We’re sharing our journey into caregiving, why we started this podcast, and what we hope you’ll gain from joining us. Let’s dive into the heart (and humor) of our caregiving story. This episode sets the stage for the conversations to come, giving you a glimpse into our lives before we start deep-diving into the com...

6 months ago

21 minutes

You're My Favorite

Introduction to You're My Favorite

We’re Ari and Lexi, two sisters in our 20s and 30s who are navigating the wild, rewarding, and sometimes messy world of caregiving. Together, we help take care of our amazing mom, who’s living with dementia and Parkinson’s. While this journey can be challenging, it’s also full of unexpected laughter, heartfelt moments, and lessons we never knew we’d learn. Join us as we explore the beautiful, chaotic, and deeply human side of caregiving. We’re so glad you’re here!

8 months ago

1 minute