Author: Lorraine Bencivengo-Ziff, M.S.W.

Lorraine Bencivengo-Ziff holds a double Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre/Communications and Journalism as well as a Master’s Degree of Social Work with a specialization for working with children and families. She worked as a school social worker for many years, helping children and their parents navigate school and life circumstances. She has also worked as an actor, voice over actor, story editor and producer, appearing on television, Amazon, Netflix and in movies www.imdb.me/lorraineziff She writes about her personal life experiences, using some actual conversations, much to her (very good sports) kids’ amused dismay, as well as the experiences of many of the Baby Boomers she has interviewed for this book.

Superpowers

When I was a kid I wanted my “super power” to be the ability to fly (without machinery). In fact, growing up, I often had dreams where, in order to avoid dangerous situations that I found myself in, I could simply fly away from them. As an adult, I realize that my super powers are strength of mind-body-spirit-soul, gratitude, and the ability to avoid resentment thru forgiveness. These are waaaay better!! (But the flying thing is still cool too! 😊) Hope your day is lovely and your super powers (we all have them) are strong! 💕

Any excuse to get together

Whenever you can gather as a family with people you love, do that. Happiness for the soul!

We are all connected through our energy

Our energy is what connects us. Think of what we, as a people, could do if we kept our energy as positive as possible.

Happiness is peacefulness.

As the holidays amp up, remember to take some time for yourself and breathe!

As the craziness of the holidays amp up, remember to take a moment for yourself and just breathe. #breathe #takeaminute #bekindtoyourself #lifelessonsforbeingaparenttoyouradultchild #lorraineziff #sunset #peace #travel #sunsetphotography #calm

Stillness is just an illusion. We are all energy

In nature, stillness is just an illusion. There is constant activity; constant energy. Never discount the energy involved. We are all energy. How we use our force is up to us. #love

For the loves of my life: Happy National Son Day! (When did this become a thing? They tell me its not really…) :)

Things don’t always go as planned – see the humor in the situation! Sometimes, you’ve just got to giggle!

May you grow and thrive, no matter your environment.

This is all we ever hope for our kids, no matter the age. We need to remember that we are giving them a solid foundation and they will be fine BECAUSE of that foundation, no matter what situation they might find themselves in.

Be like water and just flow…

Not always an easy thing to do…but a wise thing, if you can do it! We can live so much freer if we let go of preconceived notions of what SHOULD happen, once our kids leave our nest. They need to find their way; and they will, but not with you badgering them. Let them know you are available for guidance and advice, should they ask for it, but the less you offer it unsolicited, but more calm everyone’s lives will be!