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In many instances it doesn't continue, because it cannot.
Everyone has a breaking point when limitations are ignored.
I hope you will learn a lot on this Forum, and share a lot, and I hope you will find help here when you have a specific question we might assist you with.
Meanwhile, again I welcome you and hope you will read on in the threads. I think you will at the very least feel less alone and isolated in your caregiving.
And since you've not provided any helpful information as to what exactly your situation is, we are limited in what we can respond.
I was a caregiver for my late husband for 24 1/2 years of our 26 year marriage, and the most important thing I learned in my journey was that I mattered too, and that it was important that I get out and do things that I enjoyed so I wouldn't lose myself and feel all alone.
Finding a local caregiver support group was very helpful for me as well, as knowing that you're not alone in what you're going through is beyond helpful.
So make sure that you're getting out and doing things you enjoy, lunch with friends, going to church, or just taking a walk around the neighborhood. You will feel much better once you start making yourself a priority too.
In the meantime do one nice thing each day — no matter how small it may seem —for yourself . It will help.
(((hug)))
Let us know more of your situation.
Who are you caring for a parent?
There age? And health issues?
Your age?
Does your loved one live with you?
All things that would be helpful, to help you figure this out.
I suspect you are at the end of your rope.