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Launching Your Boomerang Kids
One quarter of the 80 million Millennials have boomeranged home. It’s common in today’s society. What’s a parent to do? If your kidults have huge college loans and no job, you can’t turn them away. You may consider this generation’s long transition into adulthood a gift, with extra family time and connection. But it’s also necessary to put ground rules in place and set objectives so they’re working toward greater independence. Readings from our library can help you navigate this transition Sometimes it feels like the only constant is change. … Continue reading
Posted in adult children, stress, your self
Tagged Boomerang kids, college, family, goals, ground rules, independence, kidults, Millennials, mom, parents, relationships, roles, stress, transitions, Whose Couch Is It Anyway
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Mother’s Day: Dealing with Disappointment
Have you thought about how you define yourself, like Sally’s mom or Joe’s boss? The greater your sense of self, the more buffered you’ll be from emotional fallout. In times when you feel most vulnerable, you’ll have other characteristics that can sustain you. Core roles change when your daughter leaves for college or your son gets married, when you lose your job or get a promotion. At those times, what matters most to your wellbeing is the impact on your ideas about who you are. But you don’t have to … Continue reading
Posted in parenting kids, sandwich generation, well-being, your self
Tagged disappointment, family, love, mom, mother's day, nurturing, relationships, roles, Sandwich Generation, support, well being
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Passover or Easter and First-time Grandparents – Part Two
As we’re in the midst of Passover and Easter is about to begin, this week family is at the forefront. As a first-time grandparent you must be easing into your new role. So see if these practical ideas help: Respect your children. A lot has changed since your parenting days. There are new theories and techniques. Don’t assume that, just because you did it in a certain way, it’s the best. When you hold back, you’ll notice how capable your kids are and how lovingly they care for your grandchildren. Notice how … Continue reading
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Tagged balance, challenges, children, Easter, family, grandchildren, Grandparents, Passover, roles
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Father’s Day and Your Aging Dad
With Father’s Day approaching, are your thoughts turning to the men in your life – father, husband, son, other male figures? Mine are. It’s heartwarming to see how my sons have become devoted dads themselves, reflecting their own loving father. This weekend, I’ll also be honoring the memory of my dad, who died in his 90th year over a decade ago. While helping with his care during the final years of a chronic illness, it was painful to see how he was declining. Always active and fun-loving while I was growing … Continue reading
