After previously working in aged care without any daily breaks for eight years I am finding that the burnout from that work has overflowed into my current carer role which is full time and live in. Breaks are few and far between. Whilst attempting to do an online dual diploma it is quite challenging as interuptions are a regular occurance. Outings to the shops or watering the garden are like breaks for me. Church on Sunday is a must for an hour of "me time". There is no such thing as a day off in a full time caring role. Respite is out of the question as it is expected that I am here as her carer and that is that. Respite has been suggested in the past but my client does not feel the need for respite care while I am here. This defeats the purpose of respite so I try to get mini breaks if I can. Meal preparation is a huge part of the caring role. The breakfast, the morning tea, the lunch, the afternoon tea and then the dinner. Not to mention all the other daily chores. No wonder I cant get my studies done. I am tired just thinking about it.