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Change Comes When You Least Expect It
The Labor Department announced today that the unemployment rate is now the highest in over 25 years, 8.5 percent. If they were to add in workers forced to work part-time and the so-called “discouraged” workers who are no longer hoping to find employment, the rate would be 15.6%. Over 3.25 million jobs have been lost in the past 5 months alone. And the average workweek is now 33.2 hours, a new record low. Economists predict we will pull out of this but not for some time. For now, it’s important … Continue reading
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Tagged challenge, economic turmoil, family, financial crisis, job loss, Sandwiched Boomers, stress
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Take Care of Yourself
If you are a Sandwiched Boomer taking care of growing children and aging parents as you continue to manage your career and cope with the financial chaos all around, you may think that you don’t have any time to devote to your own needs. But it is crucial for you to find a way to get the self-care you need in these trying times. Take better care of yourself. Discover how to nourish yourself and set aside the essential time for this. Take a walk, stop to watch a beautiful … Continue reading
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Tagged challenge, economic turmoil, financial crisis, job loss, Plan B, Sandwiched Boomer, self care, women
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Moving Along with Your New Year’s Resolutions
Now that you have begun, here are some more tips to keep you moving toward your goal of achieving your New Year’s resolutions. Continue taking small steps. They will eventually get you where you want to go if you keep moving forward. Don’t overwhelm yourself by trying to make strides that are too difficult. Continue to set short-term objectives as you progress toward your long-term goal. You may need to refine your strategies along the way as you discover what works best for you. Keep track of what you are … Continue reading
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Even in the best of times, Sandwiched Boomers face a myriad of challenges caring for growing children and aging parents. Here are two ways to begin the process of dealing with your complex emotions in these difficult times. Focus your thoughts on what you can accomplish rather than on what you cannot. Look on the bright side of difficult situations as you create a balance between caring for others and nurturing your personal needs. You may even want to make a schedule until this becomes a routine that is factored … Continue reading
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Tagged aging parents, challenge, growing children, power, Sandwiched Boomers
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