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Genevieve Ford is more than just an author; she's a real-life navigator of the Sandwich Generation waters. As a dedicated mom and the primary caregiver for her aging parents, Genevieve has firsthand experience with the delicate balancing act that defines this challenging yet rewarding life stage.With a compassionate voice and a practical approach, Genevieve has turned her day-to-day experiences into a resource that offers support and guidance for others facing similar situations. Her insights come from the heart-as someone who has walked in these shoes and understands the emotional and logistical complexities involved.In ""The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide,"" Genevieve shares the lessons she's learned through both her personal journey and her extensive research into the needs and challenges of middle-aged adults who care for both their children and their parents. Her writing combines empathy with expertise, making her a trusted companion to those who feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities.Genevieve's goal is not just to help others survive this phase of life but to thrive in it. Through her book, she offers practical tips, heartfelt advice, and the assurance that you are not alone in this journey. Whether it's juggling finances, managing time, or dealing with emotional stress, Genevieve provides tools that can make a difference.When she's not writing or managing her family's needs, Genevieve enjoys gardening, reading historical fiction, and exploring new ways to make life simpler and more joyful for those around her. Jeff Kikel is a financial educator, podcast host, and author with over 30 years of experience helping individuals and business owners take control of their financial future. He's the founder of Sure Horizon Retirement Advisors and host of the Freedom Nation Podcast, where he interviews entrepreneurs and everyday people who've achieved financial independence on their own terms. In his latest book, Overcoming the Retirement Trap, Jeff shares his personal journey to Freedom Day and introduces an 8-step blueprint to help others break free from outdated retirement thinking. His mission is simple: to help people stop surviving and start truly living.
""If you're in denial about the bad effects of taking care of your parents and your adult children, this book spells out how you're aging prematurely, creating co-dependent relationships, and not having time for yourself. Learning to set boundaries in your family is a healthier choice. The author says these are not ""walls"" but rather ""filters"" which teach those around you to be more self-sufficient. She's real--this author--and at times sadly funny (e.g. ""any chance of eating a meal while it's still hot?""). Model ""scripts"" are presented for various vexing situations so you aren't the family villain. For instance, when your adult daughter says she needs help on a research project at work, you can state that she should ask her boss for clarification. When she responds that would make her look incompetent, you can say your boss will think you're conscientious. This is called redirection. If your son calls and wants you to drop everything to solve a relationship issue, you can respond, ""Is it an emergency?"" Another answer is, ""That sounds like something you need to work out."" Other scripts include, ""I love you, and the answer is still no,"" and ""I care about you, and I'm not available to solve this."" The author believes such techniques will allow you to spend time with your spouse, join a book club, develop friendships or relationships outside of the family, and define your own legacy of how you will be remembered. The approach of the book might work best with adult children, however, caregiving to parents involves the loss of independence and mental faculties which incapacitate the elder from handling their own affairs. Perhaps suggestions could be made on finding assisted living or having a visiting nurse come twice a day. Last but not least, the cover alone makes this book a five-star selection. It incapsulates the family dynamics instantly and lays out the topic clearly. The color also gives a warm-family-feeling."" -Rico (Amazon Reviewer)
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