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If you missed Elaine Williams’ Virtual Book Tour yesterday, you owe it to yourself to read it. The questions women asked about loss and renewal were universal and Elaine’s responses were poignant and thoughtful. If you click on “13 Comments” at the bottom of yesterday’s post, you’ll get an idea of who Elaine is. And by clicking on her name at the top of her answer, it’ll take you to her blog. The beginning of the week, the theme of our blog was friendship and we all have a new … Continue reading
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Tagged A Journey Well Take: Life After Loss, Elaine Williams, friendship, grief, support
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A Sandwiched Boomer himself, Tim Russert cared deeply about his aging father, Big Russ, and was dedicated to his son, Luke, and wife while maintaining a high-powered career. What lessons can you take from the way he lived his life? Tim Russert was a man of strong faith and felt confident about himself. Look at the many ways you can continue to build on your internal and external assets. Evaluate your basic character strengths and how they have benefited you in other circumstances. Are you fiercely curious and determined to … Continue reading
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Tagged character strength, family, Sandwiched Boomer, support, Tim Russert
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As a member of the Sandwich Generation, you may be used to setting aside your own needs so you can deal with the challenges of children growing up and parents growing older. Taking care of grandchildren because your children can’t, for whatever reasons, adds another layer to a sandwich that may already be difficult to digest. Maintain a bond with your child’s partner and extended family, even if, for the time being, you put these relationships on the back burner. By keeping the lines of communication open, your grandchildren will … 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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Tagged aging father, Baby Boomers, Sandwiched Generation, support
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