Whether you are a family member or a professional caregiver, the role involves a constant state of alert and readiness. Caregivers exist in a state of sensory and emotional alert. This ongoing state of nervous system activation to assist with another’s needs depletes us of our own energetic reserves. The necessary replenishment of energy through rest and restoration is often bypassed, and over time, the level of output far exceeds the level of input. Commonly known as burnout, there are ways to manage our fatigue and to help ourselves self-regulate to optimally fulfill the role. In this class, we will discuss and practice techniques to replenish energy, support the nervous system, and build resilience in the caregiving role.