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Look outward as well as inward to find the strength you need as a Sandwiched Boomer to carry on through these difficult times. Support is a valuable tool – connect often. Find a class or workshop through your local university extension program or mental health center. Join an ongoing group or attend a weekend retreat to share concerns and gain new perspective. Spend some time with others who will support your ideas, validate your perceptions and help you follow through with your plans. Forgive others who are important to you … Continue reading
Whatever you are doing as a Sandwiched Boomer, remember that you are not doing it alone. You have people who care about you and are on your team. Let them into your life and enjoy the company. Relish the support that comes from those who care about you. Individual athletes depend on an entourage of people assisting them – coaches, trainers, family, friends, sponsors and teammates. As you work toward your own goals, the cheering section may be more limited – family, friends, teachers, support groups. But, whatever the size, … Continue reading
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Tagged athlete, family, goals, Olympics, Sandwiched Boomer, support, winner
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This Presidential and Vice-Presidential election highlights the important contributions made by women in our society – be they single or married, mothers or not, young or old, rich or poor, from big cities or small towns, in high-powered careers or down-to-earth jobs. The women in this election season are as exciting and controversial as any men candidates have been in the past or are today. Yesterday we focused on 44-year old Governor Sarah Palin, the VP candidate herself, who has been balancing a political career with motherhood for the past … Continue reading
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Tagged balance, election, family, growing children, Jill Biden, motherhood, President, Sarah Palin, support, teacher, Vice-President, vote
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The first time ever, two U.S. women won gold and silver medals in the all-around individual gymnastics competition. For Nastia Liukin and Shawn Johnson – friends, competitors, teammates – it’s been a long journey but their dream came true. Valeri Liukin, Nastia’s dad and coach, competed for the Soviet Union in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Nastia faced her dad’s gold medal every day when she woke up, giving her extra motivation: “Just to be able to see it, having it there in my room and knowing that in a few … Continue reading
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Tagged Beijing Olympics, competition, gymnastics, Nastia Liukin, Shawn Johnson, support
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