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Susan Boyle and Beating the Odds
As boomers and members of the Sandwich Generation, you’ve likely been in the same place as Susan Boyle. Caring for aging parents is a huge responsibility. And if something has to give it’s often time for yourself. It may not be easy with the pressure you’re under, but try to be happy in your own skin. Take one day at a time and make the most of your life as it is now. If, by chance, you become a sensation, stay humble and don’t let success go to your head. … Continue reading
Like Susan Boyle, Finish the Song
Susan Boyle had several strikes against her – learning disabilities, anxiety from being bullied by classmates, the kind of scars that do not heal, according to her. But that didn’t stop her. She went on to finish the song. Can you relate to that? We’ve all had shaping experiences early in life and memories of being misrepresented or misunderstood. As Sandwiched Boomers, you’re likely keeping lots of balls in the air and feeling the stress of that. Here are a couple of tips to help you keep going: Don’t be … Continue reading
Susan Boyle’s Message: Keep At It
So what does all this fanfare about Susan Boyle singing ‘I Dreamed a Dream’ have to do with you? Perhaps you don’t think you have an inner vision or the power and persistence to reach your goals. But here are some ideas that’ll help, whether or not you can belt out a heartbreaking ballad about unfulfilled dreams: Learn about what is truly of value to you. Assess your character strengths and how they’ve helped you get what you’ve wanted before. How can you build on those assets now? Enlist your … Continue reading
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Susan Boyle and ‘I Dreamed a Dream’
Last week we all had a chance to learn a lesson from Susan Boyle when she sang ‘I Dreamed a Dream’ before judges in the trials of ‘Britain has Talent.’ What a surreal and thrilling moment for her. And what a wake-up call for the rest of us. Her 15 minutes of fame aren’t over yet with, so far, over 20 million views on YouTube. Why the viral nature of this phenomenon? Of course we’re all pretty fed up with the media focus on teen pop stars and desperate for … Continue reading
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