Providing care for others can be stressful and isolating. Pouring so much of your own energy into the well-being of another person can lead to anxiety, depression, and caregiver fatigue. Caregiver fatigue can by physical, such as if you’re helping a bedridden patient, or emotional, especially if the person in your care is a family member or suffering from a loss of mental faculties. While physical fatigue can be helped with rest, relaxation, and light exercise, someone suffering from emotional fatigue and stress can benefit from mindfulness. Evidence supports the effectiveness of this type of meditation for conditions such as:2,3 Stress Anxiety Depression Insomnia High blood pressure Caregivers who take the time to fully experience their thoughts and emotions can find it easier to accept things in their lives. This kind of meditation is commonly used by those in high-stress jobs where burnout is common. Some recorded benefits of mindfulness include:2,3 Improve sleep Improve memory and attention Increase happiness at work and decrease burnout Develop a sense of well-being Maintain control over thoughts and emotions