Grandparents Role Today vs Yesterday - What This Means To YOU?
Most people are reluctant to change their way
of doing things because they have developed
concrete beliefs that they know best. However,
it should be pointed out that with changing times, new methods are sometimes required.
Due to the fast moving changes being made
on a daily basis, the need to adapt is almost
vital to insure a stable environment for all.
This is where the grandparents are vital in
the family dynamic that could shape a
grandchild's future relationship with all
concerned. Many factors have to be considered in coming up with a viable solution
to overcome possible conflicts caused by the
following:
1. Grandkids ages
2. Grandparents customs/beliefs
3. Proximity to each other
4. Grandparents/parents relationship
5. Willingness to adapt to current times
6. Ability to reconcile different methods
7. Recognition of Parental Authority
To facilitate an environment that encompasses
all the necessary elements required to provide
tranquility within this extended family structure, it is mandatory that EVERYONE be
on the same page. This requires a "give" and
"take" concession that all parties may not agree with, but realize that is what it takes!
With the times changing so rapidly, it is no
wonder that people are scratching their heads
and asking, "Whatever happened to the Good
Old Days?" It is not a coincidence that people
are frustrated and remember the olden days
when life was less stressful and less complicated. Society has evolved to today's
lifestyle and has concluded that survival
requires a change in attitude.
In my opinion, this illustrates how the
interactions within the Wealthy Affiliate
Community are beneficial to all members. The
membership consists of individuals of
different: Cultures, Continents, Religions,
Races, Genders and various backgrounds
that are participating together heading toward
a common goal. These interactions between
WA members demonstrate how effective they
can be. Thus, the life-lessons learned here
are applicable to the subject of this Blog Post.
Therefore, by utilizing the training provided
within WA, interacting with members and
communicating the lessons learned to your
audience, you are utilizing the Pay-it-Forward
concept as a tool to educate others.
In summary, no one individual can solve the
difficult times facing society today. However,
if each of us, does their small part, it should
result in a better world for our family to thrive
and our grandchildren excel!
Recent Comments
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Hey Mary,
Thank you for this great response. It warms the cockles of my
heart to hear such genuine feedback. Such responses only serve as more fuel to stoke the flames of desire to inspire others
to reach greater heights. You have certainly inspired me.
Cheers,
Ken
Thanks Ken for your insights. As a grandparent I can relate to everything you are saying. I found it interesting how you tided it back to the community here at WA, but it is so true. I can't speak for others, but I know I grew up in a time where I lived in a bubble of like minded people, I however, was very fortunate that my parents were very open minded people who exposed us to different cultures, religions, race and gender. This was not the norm at the time for most kids. I didn't realize how lucky I was as a child until I became a parent, and then again as a grandparent, those lessons guided me to pass on valuable lessons to my children and I am seeing them do the same with their children.
One this that really attracted me to WA and still does, is the Pay-It_Forward approach in the community. I was taught these lessons as a child not only from my parents, but my grandparents. I was so fortunate that my grandparents were entrepreneurs during the great depression, and though they were not rich by any financial means, they were much better than most, and being the generous people they were, they shared with those who did not have anything. The only repayment they ever asked for was that the individual they helped went out and helped someone else. It was not till I was older that I heard this story, and shortly after the term became big because of the movie Pay-It-Forward was released.
I agree with you Ken that we can improve lives and community if we all adopted this practise. While that may not be happening everywhere, we he at WA can practise it and pass these valuable lessons on to our grandchildren and hope that they pick up the same torch and run with it.
Great Post, Thanks
Mary
Great post Ken, thanks for sharing your thoughts and very true indeed. It’s time to adapt to the fast changing environment and leverage the lessons to our advantage to make our families better.
Lilian
Hey Lilian,
Thanks for the great comments and the like. We are in such a
fast-paced environment that the old adage bears repeating,
"You snooze, You Lose" and you can take that to the bank.
We are in a constant battle to "keep our heads above water"
to keep from drowning.
Cheers,
Ken
I know Ken. It’s even better when you can recognise the change then you can at least prepare mentally and adapt. You are very right, “if you snooze you lose”. Haha I am in with 2 grandchildren I have got my running shoes on. lol
Thanks Ken
Hey Lilian,
Thanks for your comments and the like. You have to be ready
to stop on a dime and change course or you will be left in the dust. lol
Cheers,
Ken
Hey Mary,
Thank you for your wonderful comments and the like. I guess
it is just nostalgia when I think of how it was when we were younger. Back then, it was neighbor helping a neighbor or
helping anyone that needed assistance. Now, due to the
surroundings, helping someone could result in danger to life
or limb. A sad state of affairs if you ask me. It reminds me
of how a typical Sunday was around our house; after church and eating dinner, it usually meant a visit to some of the neighbors.
Upon returning home, you could find either neighbors or other
friends sitting inside waiting for our return. No one locked their
doors or closed the windows and you were generally safe.
However, in today's climate, you would never allow such a thing.
Padlocked doors, security alarms, and bars on the windows are
the order of the day. Oh well, let's just get everyone to join WA
and return to yesteryear! lol!
Cheers,
Ken
Amen to this. Yes, whatever happened. A post like this is near and dear to my heart as I am a grandparent raising a grandchild. I know I didnt see a lot of that when I was a kid.
However it has opened a great door for me as one of my websites focuses on grandparents raising grandkids and I have a Facebook group that is quickly approaching 1000 members.
I took a difficult part of my life and with the help of Wealthy affiliate turned it into something very positive.
Thank you for the post.
Dale
Hey Dale,
Thank you for those very moving comments and the like. I was inspired to the point of notifying you on your profile that I am following you now. Best wishes for your continued success.
Cheers,
Ken
Awesome post, Society of today is totally different from when we were kids things were a lot different people care about each other when we were growing up. Today I don't think that is so anymore the only ones that are like when were kids in WA. WA is everything like when we were kids.
Mary
Great lesson here Ken, and very apropos the way you pivoted the need for the traditional family structure to adapt the culture of Wealthy Affiliate.
We are a global interactive community, you can call us a "modern family" that is helpful and supportive to one another - an excellent model for how families should get along and help one another.
Hey Cheri,
Thanks for stopping by, the very nice comments and the like.
I appreciate all.
Cheers,
Ken
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This is very well true and spoken. Indeed our
Grandparents did pave the way for all of us.
Thank you!
Louisa,
Hey Louisa,
Thanks for the nice comments and the like. It is so true as my
grandparents played a pivotal role in my life.
Cheers,
ken
How gratifying it's to acknowledge our
Grands for the good they left for us to
Follow.
Cheer,
Louisa,
Hey Louisa,
Thanks for the great comments and the like. I really appreciate
them. I learned so much from them and miss them terribly.
Cheers,
Ken