MARRIED, TURKISH, 51 YEARS OLD, MOTHER OF 2, NURSE
Angela is a superhero to her family, coworkers, and friends. On a daily basis, she is juggling her family’s schedules and meals, her patients’ health, and her own busy schedule as a nurse. In the midst of her busy routine caring for those around her, her own self-care and wellbeing often fall by the wayside. This adds to the stress she already experiences.
HOUSEHOLD INCOME$170,000 A YEAR
Angela: $70,000/year
Husband: $100,000/year
Angela carves out part of her day to focus on herself and finds she is less overwhelmed throughout her day.
Angela learns to manage her stress, and has a healthy relationship with her family, colleagues, and patients.
Angela continues juggling the lives of those around her. She represses her stress and continues her day to day routine.
After her children move away for college, Angela begins to experience the stress that has built up over the years. She now has to find new ways to fill her time.
Angela's stress starts to endanger her relationship with others. She finds herself snapping at her coworkers and her husband.
Angela's stress has influenced her physical health and her ability to work. She loses self-esteem, which compounds her stress.
