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Making Your Own List
Now that the year is ending and the ’00 decade is coming to c close, pundits have been opining about all kinds of topics. You can find a list of the 10 films of 2009 most likely to be nominated for an Academy Award, the 20 most interesting books, or the 50 best songs of the decade. In addition to spending some of your spare time reading through these lists, how about taking some personal time this week to create your own list – of your 10 most important assets? … Continue reading
Baby Boomers, Finances and Family Commitment
According to the research conducted by Age Wave, postponing retirement isn’t the only issue Baby Boomers are grappling with as a result of the economic upheaval. Fiscal responsibility and commitment to family weigh heavily on the hearts and minds of those who participated in the study: Needed: Financial Rehab • Lessons Learned – Only 4% of respondents strongly agree that Americans behave in a financially responsible fashion. 81% said that to “live within your means” was the most important financial advice parents could pass on to their children – jumping … Continue reading
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Tagged Age Wave, Baby Boomers, family, finances, retirement, Sandwich Generation
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Optimism in Tough Times
Optimism is key if couples are to move ahead in tough times. Coca-Cola’s history of positive messaging is legendary. During the recession of 1980, consumers were reminded to “Have a Coke and a smile.” But we all know it takes more than a coke and a smile. Try to access your money script, which is governed by a process outside consciousness in the part of the brain called the amygdale. By understanding how your family of origin dealt with money – and your emotional reaction to it – you’ll gain … Continue reading
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Tagged Coca Cola, fight inertia, finances, Her Mentor Center, money script, optimism, tough times
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What’s the Story with Nadya Suleman?
You’re Sandwiched Boomers with opinions that matter. Do you want to weigh in on the challenges that Nadya Suleman is facing? She’s the 33 year old unemployed single mother who, last month, gave birth to octuplets conceived through in vitro fertilization. Nadya grew up as an only child and had always dreamed of having a large family. Reporters, pundits and bloggers have called her irresponsible and selfish, as she already has six children under the age of seven at home. They say it takes more than love to care for … Continue reading
