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Our final tip this week comes full circle to taking better care of youself. The more you do, the better able you are to care for others. Remember what the stewardess says on each plane trip, put on your own oxygen mask before you try to help your children put on theirs. Take care of yourself. You know what you need to do. Find a way to make it happen. Get a good night’s sleep – 6 to 8 hours a night helps you physically, improving your immune response, as … Continue reading
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Did you know that July is Sandwich Generation month? It was established last year as the official month celebrating the dedication and patience of those who are squeezed between raising growing children and actively caring for their aging parents. According to the Pew Research Center, just over 1 of every 8 Americans aged 40 to 60 falls into this definition of a Sandwich Generation member. In addition, there are 7 to 10 million adults caring for their elders from a long distance. Are you a Sandwiched Boomer, struggling daily and … Continue reading
As more Baby Boomers become caretakers for their aging fathers, the stress of struggling with the issues this raises can become overwhelming. When you feel sandwiched between the demands of career and family, reach out for support. Don’t do it alone – secure help, even if it is over your parents’ objections, and have support systems in place. Reach out, create a network, hire someone to assist them as often as you think is necessary. Betty was frantic about making arrangements for her dad after his stroke. “I was so … Continue reading
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We spent an exciting day Friday at Book Expo America, mingling with authors, publishers and consumers. What a joy to meet with creative women who are sharing their thoughts with all of us. More to come later on the evolution of our own book. For those of you who are mothers-in-law, our message this week has been that your married children’s lives are moving forward and so can yours. Focus your energy on taking care of yourself rather than on controlling your married children and their spouses. This is a … Continue reading
