"Cynthia Orange’s newest gem is a rare combination of inspiration and information that invites us to examine our behavior and feelings with an open heart, free from judgment, as we care for others ourselves. offers valuable care suggestions throughout—from how to navigate difficult conversations to what contact numbers to post on the refrigerator." —Lisa Sue Woititz, author of In author Cynthia Orange brings together compelling testimonies from a wide range of caregivers, advice from leading experts in the field, and her own hard-won wisdom to capture the subtle differences between care and care With a foreword by Susan Allen Toth, the critically acclaimed author of , this book shows us and caring for each other can be a mutually rewarding experience. It’s easy to become overinvolved in another person’s life and needs when giving care. Feeling burdened with expectations and resentments in a codependent relationship hinders a sense of joy, purpose, and engagement. Relationships require empathy and boundaries; with them, a codependent care can transform into an intentional, self-aware, and compassionate care