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Susan Boyle, Boomers and Self Discovery
Susan Boyle had learning difficulties in school and was bullied. She said her classmates’ taunts left behind the kind of scars that don’t often heal. Can you imagine how the initial negative reactions from the talent show audience felt to her? It seems as if, according to society, you should have the physical ability to seduce if you’re going to be a torch singer. But when she sang about wasted youth and lost dreams, the crowd went wild. Don’t we all love a surprise? She’s the classic underdog – shy, … Continue reading
Like Susan Boyle, Finish the Song
Susan Boyle had several strikes against her – learning disabilities, anxiety from being bullied by classmates, the kind of scars that do not heal, according to her. But that didn’t stop her. She went on to finish the song. Can you relate to that? We’ve all had shaping experiences early in life and memories of being misrepresented or misunderstood. As Sandwiched Boomers, you’re likely keeping lots of balls in the air and feeling the stress of that. Here are a couple of tips to help you keep going: Don’t be … Continue reading
Susan Boyle’s Message: Keep At It
So what does all this fanfare about Susan Boyle singing ‘I Dreamed a Dream’ have to do with you? Perhaps you don’t think you have an inner vision or the power and persistence to reach your goals. But here are some ideas that’ll help, whether or not you can belt out a heartbreaking ballad about unfulfilled dreams: Learn about what is truly of value to you. Assess your character strengths and how they’ve helped you get what you’ve wanted before. How can you build on those assets now? Enlist your … Continue reading
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Helping the Teens Who Admire Rihanna
Rihanna’s situation has been tried in the court of public opinion. And it doesn’t seem as if anyone is in favor of her taking Chris back. It must be hard for her to be a public face in private pain. But she is dealing with a reality that all teenagers need to be informed about – that physical and emotional abuse are dangerous. Rihanna has the platform to demonstrate the benefits of making smart choices. And she can act in her own best interests, for herself and all the young … Continue reading
