A Blessing For The Tired Carer

This short spoken blessing is offered for the tired caregiver—the one who cooks, lifts, soothes, wipe tears, and holds so much, often without rest. Whether you’re caring for a loved one with dementia or walking alongside someone in need, this blessing is rooted in the ancient spirit of Celtic comfort and reverence for the sacred ordinary. Let it be a moment of pause, a whispered thank you, and a reminder that your quiet, everyday love is a holy act. May you feel held, even as you hold. Appreciation to Gillian Rule for the artwork.

Transcript

May the soft light of morning fall gently on your face reminding you that each new day holds the promise of grace.

May the trees lend you their steadiness,

The stones their quiet strength,

The rivers their knowing flow,

So you need not hold everything alone.

When your heart feels stretched thin,

May compassion return to you as faithfully as you offer it.

When your spirit aches with fatigue,

May you find rest,

Not only in sleep but in moments of stillness,

In laughter,

In beauty,

In the kindness of your own breath.

May the spirit of Bridget,

Keeper of hearth and healing,

Bless your hands,

Bless your courage,

Bless your tender aching love,

And may joy come to you like birdsong,

Unbidden,

Brief perhaps,

But enough to remind you,

You are held,

You are honoured,

You are never alone.

Reviews

Dee this is so beautiful. It touched me deeply and my tears flowed. Thank you for this creation. With love x

Thank you so much. I needed to hear this. Thank you 🙏

What a beautiful blessing! Thank you Dee for this, it lifted my spirits this morning ❤️🙏🏻

Always restorative. I so look forward to your offerings Dee.

Dear Dee, thanks very much for this beautiful blessing! It sounds like John o'Donohue, you are truly gifted - and you are never alone 🤗