Balancing roles

Are you playing Superwoman?

Are you playing Superwoman? We all appreciate someone tackling the big issues, solving problems and making the the world a better place. But the problem with superwoman is that the world begins to rely on her. And when you’re counting on superwoman, you really don’t have to solve your own problems, do you? Wait, “I’m…

Sandwich generation

Setting boundaries with adult children

Many midlife mamas (and papas) struggle with setting boundaries with adult children. From the moment they’re born, our children begin the process of learning and growing that leads to their eventual independence from us, their parents. And throughout their development, setting boundaries helps us manage the tension between holding tight and letting go. When they’re…