Tag Archives: Sandwiched Boomers
OK. With all the responsibilities of a Sandwiched Boomer and the stress over the financial fallout, you and your partner have been driving each other crazy. How do you avoid doing permanent damage in the heat of the moment? All couples get angry and have arguments, so know that you’re not alone. But remember, when resolving conflict, to keep your words sweet – because you may have to eat them. When in conflict, you can minimize emotional overload by focusing only on the issue at hand. And try not to … Continue reading
The market meltdown and mini-boomerang have left investors feeling insecure, not knowing what to expect next. Without a financial safety net, Sandwiched Boomers fear they face a turbulent future when crises arise. Will a divorce threaten your economic stability as well as your marital state? Can a serious illness cause more than physical pain as it limits your ability to work? These are the questions on our readers’ minds. Teri is concerned about the triple whammy to her security: illness, divorce, and financial vulnerability. She is feeling anxious yet is … Continue reading
Investors in Wall Street were more optimistic yesterday as the buying pressure pushed the market up over 900 points, the largest one-day gain ever. Nevertheless, uncertainty about the current state of the economy continues to weigh on Sandwiched Boomers. Today we share more stories from readers who are looking for direction. Barbara writes that she is concerned about making a career change in these uncertain times. She tries to gather information from people who work in the field she is interested in pursuing and she relies on her friends for … Continue reading
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Tagged career change, economic turmoil, goals, retirement, Sandwiched Boomers
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The effects of the financial crisis continue to spread across America and around the world – mortgages are labeled “toxic,” banks are taken over, stock markets roller-coaster up and down with dizzying speed, credit is frozen, and bankruptcies are declared. How will all this affect you? No one can predict with certainty the long-term effects on the economy, but the pundits agree that coordinated efforts will be the best response to the meltdown. In the spirit of joining together, this week we want to share with you some of the … Continue reading
Posted in extended family, sandwich generation, your self
Tagged economic crisis, family, financial worries, job loss, retirement, Sandwiched Boomers
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