I Saved You. Now, Do the Dishes

About I Saved You. Now, Do the Dishes

I Saved You. Now, Do the Dishes is about family caregiving, advocacy, burnout recovery, and marriage. In addition to sharing her personal story of caregiving and advocacy for her husband through his cancer journey, she talks with experts in the healthcare industry, as well as therapists, to help listeners bring harmony back into their lives during and after a traumatic health diagnosis. Each episode is filled with stories and tips for family caregivers and advocates. And, if you're a family caregiver married to your patient, you'll walk away with a few marriage tips too! Follow Carrie for more at https://www.tiktok.com/@carrieseverson https://www.instagram.com/authorcarrieseverson/ https://www.youtube.com/@authorcarrieseverson

Publisher

Carrie Severson

Category

society & culture · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Jan 2025

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

41 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   Even Caregivers Need Help Finding Balance and Happiness

   Welcome to I Saved You, Now Do the Dishes. What happens when you’re raising children, working full time, and hold the responsibility of caregiving for someone in need? For Elizabeth Miller, founder of Happy Healthy Caregiver, the answer meant learning how to care for herself, too. After serving as a family caregiver for her aging parents and brother with a developmental disability, Elizabeth turned her personal experience into a mission to help caregivers find a healthier, happier way forward. Today, she works as a caregiving coach and consultant, advocates for caregivers across the country, and offers workshops to businesses to help them recognize and support employees who are balancing work with the demands of caring for loved ones. In this conversation, Elizabeth shares an honest look at what it means to be a caregiver while trying to hold the rest of your life together. She's not just talking the talk—she's lived it. Together, we explore the importance of prioritizing your own well-being, finding practical ways to navigate caregiving responsibilities, and helping workplaces better support the millions of employees who go home after work to care for someone else. This episode is filled with authenticity, compassion, and actionable tips for caregivers who need a reminder that taking care of yourself isn't selfish. It's part of caring for everyone else. Because caregivers deserve care, too. As an author and speaker, I focus on the realities of burnout recovery and the daily challenges we face in our personal lives. Whether you are managing a marriage, raising a family, or navigating professional responsibilities, the weight of an unexpected medical situation can feel isolating. Subscribe for weekly caregiving insights, and let me know in the comments: What is the biggest challenge you face in your daily routine as a caregiver? Follow Elizabeth Miller and Happy Healthy Caregiver at: https://www.facebook.com/happyhealthycaregiver https://www.instagram.com/happyhealthycaregiver/ https://happyhealthycaregiver.com/ Follow Carrie Severson at: www.carrieseverson.com https://www.instagram.com/authorcarrieseverson/ https://www.facebook.com/carrieseverson.storyteller

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Kindness Goes a Long Way When Facing a Crisis

   Welcome to I Saved You, Now Do the Dishes. When my husband was battling cancer, the last thing I had time for was my own well-being. I didn't even cook for myself. And then one afternoon, I got an email from Lasagna Love. I was nominated to receive a lasagna. A home-made meal. From a stranger. A neighbor. And it changed my day. My week really. I looked forward to its arrival! And then, one Saturday afternoon, when Gavin was at his worst, and the cancer was close to killing him, I got a text from a man who said he was 20 minutes away from my delivery! A huge sheet pan of lasagna. Made with love. I called my family and invited them over, and for the first time in months, people gathered in my home to eat a hot meal with me. My poor husband slept, as he did after most evenings after chemo and radiation. I've been promoting Lasagna Love ever since. I've shared the organization with strangers, here on the podcast, with friends and family. I've nominated others. My sister is even a volunteer. And now, I'm on the board of directors of this beautiful grassroots national organization, and I couldn't be more proud. Today, the Executive Director, Andria Larson, joins me on I Saved You. Now, Do the Dishes to discuss how the organization works, the mission behind it, and even how people can get involved. At the heart of what Lasagna Love does is spreading kindness neighbor-to-neighbor through home-cooked lasagnas. People experiencing hardship, a medical crisis, or any sort of loss can request a lasagna. You can also nominate someone. In 2026 alone, 61,150 volunteers around the country have made and delivered 88,856 lasagnas to families in need. That's the cool news! The bad news is this... With the cost of food, health care, and daily life rising, we've seen an increase in requests for help and we need more help! As an author and speaker, I focus on the realities of burnout recovery and the daily challenges we face in our personal lives. Whether you are managing a marriage, raising a family, or navigating professional responsibilities, the weight of an unexpected medical situation can feel isolating. Lasagna Love was a spark of light and love during a really dark spot in my life and marriage. And I know it could be that for other caregivers and family members going through a dark spot. To keep shining bright for those who need a little extra TLC, we need more volunteers and donors to join us in Lasagna Love. Subscribe for weekly caregiving insights, and let me know in the comments: what is the biggest challenge you face in your daily routine as a caregiver? You can connect with Andria and the Lasagna Love team at https://lasagnalove.org/ https://www.instagram.com/wearelasagnalove/ https://www.facebook.com/WeAreLasagnaLove Connect with Carrie Severson at www.carrieseverson.com. https://www.facebook.com/carrieseverson.storyteller https://www.instagram.com/authorcarrieseverson/

3. 

   29 Sept 2026

   You Don't Have to Face a Health Crisis Alone

   Navigating a health crisis is overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. This episode of I Saved You. Now, Do the Dishes podcast highlights how CaringBridge.org can support the sick and caregivers. Welcome to I Saved You, Now Do the Dishes. Today we have Stephanie Schmid, the CEO of CaringBridge.org on the show. I'm so happy she agreed to come on the show and discuss the platform. I used it when I was communicating with our families during Gavin's cancer journey. It was a powerful tool that helped me stay connected, feel supported, and process. In this episode, we look at how to find community when you need it most. We discuss why having a centralized space for updates and communication is vital for your mental health. This conversation offers practical resources for anyone facing a health challenge and ensures caregiver support is accessible when you are in the thick of a difficult season. As an author and speaker, I focus on the realities of burnout recovery and the daily challenges we face in our personal lives. Whether you are managing a marriage, raising a family, or navigating professional responsibilities, the weight of an unexpected medical situation can feel isolating. Subscribe for weekly caregiving insights, and let me know in the comments: what is the biggest challenge you face in your daily routine as a caregiver? You can connect with Stephanie and the CaringBridge team at https://www.caringbridge.org/. https://www.facebook.com/CaringBridge https://www.instagram.com/caringbridgeofficial/ Connect with Carrie Severson at www.carrieseverson.com. https://www.facebook.com/carrieseverson.storyteller https://www.instagram.com/authorcarrieseverson/

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94

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Engagement

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