Tag Archives: Sandwich Generation
Aging Parents and the Masks We Wear
As members of the Sandwich Generation with parents aging rapidly, the transition you’re facing may be one of role reversal. Are you taking on more responsibility for your folks as they are less able to care for themselves? Try to take a step back and assess what’s going on for you emotionally: 1. Look deep inside and be honest with yourself. You may be in denial about your parents’ decline and how that is affecting you. Evaluate your emotional state of mind. If you’ve been quiet, withdrawn or holding back, … Continue reading
The Masks We All Wear
As members of the Sandwich Generation, don’t we all wear masks at one time or another, pretending that everything is OK? There are many reasons people may act out this charade. It’s not uncommon to hide personal pain, because putting it on display for all to see can be embarrassing and even destabilize relationships. Yet studies show that using denial as an emotional defense and ‘acting as if’ everything is fine can actually shift your feelings in a more positive direction. And keeping a ‘stiff upper lip’ when you feel … Continue reading
Increasing Your Gratitude
During this holiday season, do you feel as though the emphasis on presents overshadows the real value of the gifts you give and receive? To be significant, a gift doesn’t have to be an actual physical entity – it can be an expression of love, caring and thanks that is given from the heart. For Sandwiched Boomers, caring for aging parents and growing children, these can be the most meaningful gifts of all. When you decide to focus on the people and events in your life for which you are … Continue reading
