The Sandwich Generation Struggle

About this episode

Paul discusses the challenges faced by the sandwich generation, particularly Gen Xers, in balancing various life responsibilities and the importance of self-care.

Send us Fan Mail Today on Carpooling with Paul, Paul reflects on an article about the health habits many people develop during midlife—and why so many of them hit close to home. As members of the “sandwich generation,” many Gen Xers find themselves balancing careers, aging parents, grown children, financial responsibilities, and everything in between. Somewhere along the way, taking care of ourselves often falls to the bottom of the list. Topics include: ✅ Sleep and why quality rest matters m...

People in this episode

Host: Paul

Topics covered

• midlife health habits
• sandwich generation
• balancing responsibilities
• self-care
• sleep quality

Keywords

• sandwich generation
• midlife health
• Gen X
• self-care
• sleep quality

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Organizations: Carpooling with Paul

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