Remember being caught in the act of doing something as a child?? Someone — a friend or relative — used your guilt to constantly remind you of that act. You were convinced to share unwillingly with that person, offer him/her special favors. Has that manipulation made the journey into adulthood with us? Forgive the act and forgive the manipulator. Release the guilt and really let it go. The manipulator no longer has reins on us. What do you think?
Can you do everything?
In this multi-tasking, do-it-yourself society, are you still trying to be a super person? Even when we know that it causes excess stress, anxiety and confusion, we are still trying to prove to someone that we really can accomplish more than the average person all by ourselves. Yes, we are able to accomplish great feats — with help. Delegation is so important. And guess what!! Our family, friends and associates are often eager and pleased to be entrusted with some of those activities we mistakenly thought were meant only for our eyes. What are you willing to delegate? I know it’s not easy. Start with something really simple and graduate to releasing more and more.br /Everyone will be better for it
Aging Parents
Can you remember the first time you thought your parents were old? How about in junior high when you requested they drop you off because they would be the only parents (ie oldest) attending the event? Don’t forget your college visits when your parents totally disagreed with your point of view?(because they were old) After settling into your career and reminiscing on something you vividly remember; your parents don’t recall or their version is quite different from yours? Have you noticed established routines changing — visiting familiar places, less participation in favorite activies? It’s not about our parents aging, but how we handle the situation. How is it affecting your life? Who is supporting you?br /What are you doing about it?
What kind of sandwich are you?
Some of the most popular sandwiches are the BLT, Sloppy Joe, Grilled Cheese and the all time favorite — Peanut Butter and Jelly. How does that affect you as a woman? Many of us are caught in the midddle of aging parents and young adult children. The BLT is the traditional and familiar family unit.br /BLT’s have the appearance of great family relationships with everyone being identified by specific roles. We will explore the others in the upcoming blogs. Ready to hear your opinions on what kind of sandwich you are to your family