Children Making Their Lists… Parents Checking Them Twice

Ah… the holidays… a time of happiness and harmony, peace and goodwill…or are they? It seems that holidays have been become a source of great stress. For parents, holiday stress might be partly fueled by the idea that children must be given all that they want and even things they don’t. Parents go to great [...]

Getting Along With a Younger Boss

The difficult economic times seem to be coming to an end, or so we are being told. Employment is improving for some and people are finding jobs, even if the work isn’t their first choice. While there is security in getting a paycheck, there can also be apprehension if the job is in a new or different environment.

In the recent Stress in America survey, 76 percent of the Baby Booomer Generation (ages 46-64) reported money and job stability as a significant cause of stress. It can be challenging to take on a different role or to do work that you feel you are overqualified to do. And it may be difficult to feel comfortable and satisfied working for a boss who is younger than you.

Teens, Suicide and Bullying

I am sure that most of you are as horrified as I am at the increasing number of media reports of teen suicides due to bullying. This past month alone, 4 teens have killed themselves in relation to bullying.