Tag Archives: Sandwich Generation
A New Age of Anxiety and Stress
The mid- 20th century was known as the age of anxiety – spawning even an epic poem, a symphony and a ballet bearing that name. If you were a Baby Boomer growing up in the ’50’s, you probably learned to ‘drop and cover’ or even had a family bomb shelter to help cope with the existential fears of nuclear holocaust. Now into only the first ten years of the 21st century, anxiety and stress levels have risen again at a monumental rate. A national health survey found that 75% of … Continue reading
Sandwich Generation: Resolve to Pay Attention
Whether you’re a member of the sandwich generation or not, changes in your love relationship are like any personal change – to be successful long term, you need a clear idea of what you want and a good reason to keep going. What follows are some final tips to help you achieve your 2010 relationship goals: Celebrate good times. Respond enthusiastically when something positive happens to your partner. Make the most of it by asking relevant questions and being complimentary. Studies have found that celebrating positive events predicts greater relationship … Continue reading
Sandwich Generation: Resolve to Be Present
As Sandwiched Booomers caring for a family in flux, are there times when you’re preoccupied and distracted? And you and your love relationship take a back seat? You may even accept it as the new normal, but it doesn’t have to be this way. The following tips can help energize you and your partner: Express your gratitude often. Remembering to thank your spouse may sound simple but it helps bring to mind their good qualities. Compliments can serve as a positive reinforcement at times when you may be taking each … Continue reading
Sandwich Generation:Resolve to Get Along
As members of the Sandwich Generation, your plates are already full with responsibilities for your growing children and aging parents. But remember that you and your love relationship needs nourishment too, especially if you’re feeling stressed. When you’re not sure how to handle it, these tips may help you out: Compromise works in most conflicts. Be direct, yet open and flexible as you make your way through disagreements. Putting yourself in your partner’s shoes and truly understanding the other point of view can resolve a conflict more easily and quickly. … Continue reading
