Entitlement Vs. Earning: How To Avoid Harmful Help As A Parent
All of us want the best for our kids and grandkids. But sometimes in the effort to do that, we forget that what is best for them isn’t always what’s easiest for them. A strong work ethic is one of the best gifts a child or grandchild can receive from the loving adults in his or her life.
This excellent article gives much food for thought on how to raise a child so they have an Earning mentality rather than an Entitlement mentality. There are some pointed reminders in here for the rest of us as well!
It’s a fact that daughters are usually the ones who take responsibility for caring for elderly parents. And midlife is when the burden commonly becomes the heaviest. And, if you live in another city, an already stressful situation becomes an even bigger source of concern.
This very practical article covers a multitude of suggestions for reducing the long distance anxiety factor as much as possible. Heck, it’s just plain useful whether you’re close by or not.
Finding a good caregiver for a loved one who is no longer independent enough to care for themselves is difficult and can be emotionally charged. You want to do the best for them, but there is so much to consider in making that decision.
This article provides some important things to think about as you look for the right caregiver.