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Monthly Archives: December 2007
Some Sandwiched Boomers change as a result of an an illness, a divorce, a death, or even an epiphany. What about not waiting for something to happen. How about making a change for no particular reason. Give it a try – choose one thing that has been bothering you. And, as a gift to yourself for the new year, change an attitude, an entrenched idea, a behavior. You’ll be surprised by how much better you feel.
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Tagged Baby Boomers, change, feel better, new years
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One of our most precious commitments, as Sandwiched Boomers, is to embrace and care for family. This holding and nurturance is the biological heritage of women. During the next few days of reflection, we have the choice of believing in the possibility of change. And at the beginning of this new year, we can join together and reafffirm our resolve. Now is the time to master our personal conflicts, to love wholeheartedly and to support each other as we seek to turn our concerns about family and ourselves into opportunities.
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Tagged Baby Boomers, change, family, new years, the Sandwich Generation
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As Sandwiched Boomers caring for parents growing older and children growing up, did 2007 fly by for you? Are you busy wrapping up the year and wiping the slate clean? Or, now that the celebration is upon us, are you thinking about making new year’s resolutions? Some women refuse to even consider the possibility as they regard it as an exercise in futility. However, there are positive ways to see the beginning of 2008 as an opportunity to set realistic goals. Don’t make a long list of what you should … Continue reading
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Tagged 2007, 2008, new years, resolutions, Sandwiched Boomers, set goals
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We hope that you’re trying to attend to your own needs while still honoring this week of family togetherness. Let your plans for the new year include nurturing yourself. As you begin to lay the groundwork for change, treat yourself to better health by keeping your stress in check. 1. Ask for what you need. Pronounce the holiday meals potluck and don’t feel guilty about it. If they want to, let your family help with the dishes and clean up. Accept your friend’s offer to bring an appetizer, or even … Continue reading