Special Edition: The Get-Real Mindset for Caregivers - Harry Campbell on Optimism, Resilience, and Life’s Crooked Turns

In this 20-minute special edition, I welcome back my very first podcast guest, Harry Campbell (Website), for a candid and heartfelt conversation about his Get-Real Mindset for Caregivers. Harry shares the deeply personal journey of supporting his wife, Kris, who was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor just 10 months after their wedding. Drawing from his leadership experience and his bestselling book Get Real Mindset, Harry outlines his three-step framework, Absorb, Assess, Adjust, for facing life’s unexpected challenges.

We discuss the traits that make great caregivers, the mental battles of “Why me?” and FOMO, and the importance of optimism grounded in reality. Harry also opens up about his own Parkinson’s diagnosis, how he’s managing it, and the role of compartmentalization in balancing caregiving, parenting, and professional leadership.

Whether you’re a caregiver yourself or simply navigating life’s twists and turns, Harry’s wisdom offers both comfort and practical guidance.

 

To book Harry to speak on caregiving or leadership (100% of his gross speaking fees and book proceeds go to Head for the Cure - see below), go to: https://www.harryscampbell.com/contact   Here's the link to register for the August Kansas City event and/or donate to Head for the Cure via Team Kris Campbell:   https://impact.headforthecure.org/team/626570/