By Jerry Witkovsky and Deanna Shoss* Trigger warning. We are going to talk about gun violence and mass shootings and how helpless we feel as grandparents to protect our grandchildren and keep them safe. There are mass shootings, one-on-one argument shootings, and accidental shootings by poorly stored guns at home, among others. According to the…
DetailsYou may be familiar with the idea of articulating a vision if you come from the corporate world. This concept is also valuable for families. After all, you have many “remote workers” who are connected in some form or another, who love and care about each other, and who are all pursuing their own endeavors.…
DetailsI’ve always been an advocate of lifelong learning. At 94, that’s a lot of learning. I’m not alone. “Driven to seek personal growth, 55% of Americans age 45 and older are actively learning new things,” according to a recent AARP study on lifelong learning. (AARP Research, March 2022) Aging is often associated with loss, but…
DetailsWhen I was a boy, the Nazis rose to power in Germany. How did everyone go along with it, I wondered? What about the children—the Hitler Youth, in their boy scout-like uniforms? What made them susceptible to believing in hate? By 1937 65% of youth belonged to the organization. And that was before it became…
DetailsFor Immediate Release For Further Information: Deanna Shoss (773)-968-1216 or dshoss@interculutraltalk.com NEW BOOK “WHERE TWO WORLDS MEET” HAILS GRANDPARENTS AS FAMILY ACTIVISTS When grandchildren are young, a sweet treat or new toy is enough to inspire their unconditional adoration. And then they become teenagers. Suddenly it’s not so easy anymore, for you or them.…
DetailsI’m deeply moved thinking of my forthcoming book, Where Two Worlds Meet: A Guide to Connecting with Your Teenage Grandchildren, debuting June 21, 2022. The book includes ideas for grandparents and grandchildren to enter each other’s worlds. So, you may ask, why did we include two chapters about bringing grandparents and their adult children…
Details“When Two Worlds Meet: A Guide to Connecting with Your Grandchildren” is a book built on passion, real-life experience, hope, and the power of love. Witkovsky and his associate Shoss, share Witkovsky’s life-long commitment to strengthening and celebrating the bonds that make families grow while maximizing the potential and individuality of each of the family…
DetailsPRAISE FOR WHERE TWO WORLDS MEET “This book is a gem filled with insights and wisdom – not just for grandparents – but to all who want to help restore family bonds and values so sorely needed in America. I recommend it to grandparents and non grandparents alike and to all who relate to youth (parents…
DetailsSharing values with my family has always been deeply important to me. Of course, it was important when I was raising my children. But it hits home even more as I watch my grandchildren live through significant life stages and milestones. Witnessing a grandchild transition into adulthood means you have been connected throughout the years.…
Detailsby Fiona Noonan, Book Launch Intern, DePaul University March is Women’s history month, a time to celebrate women’s incredible contributions and progress. Today, I recognize all women worldwide in support of International Women’s Day. But Women’s History Month is more than just a celebration of the contributions of women; it’s also an opportunity to…
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