GA Injury Advocates - August 2020

GA Injury Advocates - August 2020

Auto Injury T R I B U N E

AUGUST 2020

Are Millennials Lazy or Did We Fail Them?

Millennials sometimes get a bad rap for being lazy and wanting everything in life handed to them. This is not something that’s focused on one particular kid; I’ve even noticed it with my son and his friends too. Thinking about this led me to two questions: Is it that this generation is lazy? Or is it that we, as parents and society as a whole, have failed them? Millennials have been raised by helicopter parents more than any other group that I’ve seen. I can tell you, during my years in school, I did not have helicopter parents. Whatever happened at school, I had to deal with it. That was it. If something happened to a millennial, a parent would go to the school, confront the teacher, and even force the instructor to change the student’s grade. And the teacher would change it. To me, that’s crazy. It hasn’t only happened at schools. I know a lot of kids who are in sports, but it’s far different from when I was their age. Participating in school sports was a big growing point in my life that helped me mature. Something I’ll never forget is when my football coach told me, “Excuses are for losers. Don’t even make one.” I still remember that, and I pride myself on going through life that way. Today, these kids who are in sports will receive a trophy no matter what they do. There isn’t a team that wins or loses; everybody wins. I’ve seen many instances of someone accusing another person’s child of doing something bad in the neighborhood, and their parents will heartily defend their kids. They believe their child is perfect and have told them so. They tell their

kids they can do whatever they want in life and become anything they want to become, but they forget to tell them that it takes a lot of hard work. When these young individuals come into the real world, they realize the world isn’t fair. It’s tough out there and not everyone is a winner. They realize their parents can’t protect them anymore. If they end up in trouble at work, a boss won’t care if Mom comes marching up, declaring that their child is perfect. A young adult who can’t do their job well doesn’t get a trophy; they could end up getting fired. As a parent myself, I know how badly we want our kids to succeed. We do what we do because we don’t want them to suffer like we did. Since I was 15 years old, I’ve worked my butt off — seven days a week until about four years ago. We, as parents, don’t want our kids to go through that, so we give them everything we didn’t have. I remember telling my son that school was his job, and he shouldn’t have to worry about anything else. I gave him money so he could have fun in his free time. But the problem is that statistically, when we give our kids money they haven’t earned, they end up earning less money as a result. Millennials can end up being less productive because they are waiting for free cash. I’ve also noticed that most of the kids who receive money from their parents have a hard time distinguishing between their parents’ money and their own money. These kids could not save money even if their lives depended on it, and that’s not to say “they’re not good.” Most of these

kids are exceptional people, but their savings accounts are nonexistent because they keep pulling money out of it for food, drinks, gas, or to hang out with their friends. In the book “The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America’s Wealthy,” author Thomas J. Stanley explains that millionaires spend twice as much time on financial planning than the average person —most kids don’t even think about it. It goes back to the fact that they’re simply waiting and hoping for free money, to the point that they won’t seek out higher-paying jobs. They want to work an hourly wage to make enough money to get by and then go home. Ultimately, I don’t know if millennials are lazy or if they ended up getting the short end of the stick from their parents and society. I’m starting to think that it isn’t their fault and that their upbringing has something to do with it. Our best bet to help this generation is to learn how to work with them and not be angry about their actions. Maybe then we can help them grow as individuals and become better versions of themselves.

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HELP YOUR KIDS HANDLE STRESSFUL SITUATIONS

YOUR ‘CLEAN’ WORKOUT ROUTINE TURN HOUSEHOLD CHORES INTO EFFECTIVE EXERCISE

WITH THESE SENSORY-RICH ACTIVITIES

You can see it happening, almost in slow motion: Your child goes from playing and laughing to frowning in less than a second. They start to cry, and suddenly, a meltdown is underway. Is this just the way raising young kids is? Does a lack of sleep, change in routine, or intense hunger always have to lead to a meltdown? While it’s human to feel emotions and express them, you can use certain strategies to help your child navigate major emotions and calm down. The key is helping them tap into their central nervous system with activities that engage their senses. Just like adults, younger kids sometimes need support to regulate their emotions, especially in situations that are stressful for them. That’s where activities that engage the five senses can be really beneficial. Sensory activities that utilize the five senses can help your little one connect their body to their immediate surroundings and the larger world around them.

Everyone knows how labor-intensive cleaning can be. A long day of scrubbing down your house is a great way to work your muscles and get your blood pumping, so crank up some tunes, grab a mop, and get ready to transform your cleaning routine into a great workout. To get physical benefits from cleaning, you need to turn up the intensity of your methods. Exaggerate your motions, pick up your pace, and keep your abs tight and knees flexed. Nearly any chore can be turned into an exercise, but here are some ideas to get you started. • Vacuum: Vacuum briskly nonstop for at least 20 minutes, switching arms as you go. For an added challenge, do lunges as you vacuum and remember to keep your toes pointed straight ahead and your knees bent at 90-degree angles. • Pick Up: Instead of simply bending over to pick up toys or clothes, do a squat with every item you grab. Remember to use your legs, not your back. You can also do squats while unloading the dishwasher or with any other chore that involves repeated bending. • Wipe Down: Whether you’re wiping windows or scrubbing appliances, do big, exaggerated arm circles until your muscles start to burn and make sure you’re switching arms as you go. • Cook: It’s not cleaning, but it’s still a chore with useful downtime. While food is simmering or thawing in the microwave, do some pushups, situps, or planks to get your muscles moving. You can implement dozens of exercises to turn mundane activities into beneficial workouts. Some chores will burn more calories than others, but every bit of activity helps. Now’s the time to work your way to a cleaner house and a healthier you.

Here are some sensory-rich activities that can help kids feel calmer in stressful times:

• Make a pile of pillows and jump into it. • Put on some fun music and dance.

•Bounce your little one on your lap or an exercise ball. • Take them for a spin around the house in a box or laundry basket; kids can even race each other. • Create a slide by propping a mattress or exercise mat against the couch. These are activities you can use right where you are to help your child find their calm again, even in a meltdown. According to early childhood development expert Alyssa Blask Campbell, sensory input stays in the system for about two hours, meaning even just five minutes of these types of activities can give you and your child hours of calm throughout the day.

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A Little Holiday for an Incredible Technological Achievement

For most of the time since humans have been on this earth, we’ve looked up at the sky — the clouds, birds, sun, and stars — and wondered what it would be like to join them there. When the Greeks told the story of Icarus, who attached feathers to his arms and flew above the ground (if only to fall later), they did so with a reverence for the heavens, and that reverence was carried down for generations. Da Vinci designed gliders. French inventors Jean-François Pilâtre de Rozier and François Laurent d’Arlandes flew the first hot air balloon. However, both were subject to the winds. It was not until the Wright brothers made the first controlled, sustained flight with a heavier-than- air craft in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in 1903 that humans could truly claim mastery over the skies. It was the day we could finally be among the birds and clouds, even if the sun and stars were still out of reach. This month, we celebrate National Aviation Day on Aug. 19 — the birthday of Orville Wright. His and his brother’s invention was one of the most impactful technological developments in

modern history. Just over 10 years later, the first commercial airline began flying between Tampa and St. Petersburg, Florida. Not 15 years later, the descendants of the Wright brothers’ aircraft became an instrumental weapon in WWI. In 1928, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly (as a passenger) across the Atlantic, before making the flight solo four years later. Then, in 1961, Alan Shepard became the first man to fly into space. Finally, the sun and the stars seemed within reach. Just eight years after that, Neal Armstrong walked on the moon. There are so many other developments and discoveries that have happened between that first flight at Kitty Hawk and now. Supersonic flight, the turbine jet engine, and the International Space Station all came to be within 125 years of the Wright brothers’ first flight. Their invention is a testament to human ingenuity and a reason for celebration on Aug. 19. Happy National Aviation Day, everyone. May you spend it looking up at the sky in wonder.

In Honor of National Aviation Day

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RECIPE:

PEACH AND ARUGULA PASTA SALAD

Nothing says summer like a pasta salad filled with your favorite fresh fruits and vegetables, and this combination is the perfect way to cap off a warm summer day!

Ingredients

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8 oz penne or fusilli pasta

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3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

2 tbsp olive oil

2 large fresh peaches, diced or sliced 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1 pint heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp sea salt Pepper, to taste 2 tbsp lemon juice

1 cup corn

6 cups arugula, packed

Directions

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In a large pot of boiling water, cook pasta for approximately 9 minutes or until al dente. Drain pasta and place in a separate bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Drizzle the dressing over the pasta and toss with the feta cheese.

Add peaches, red onions, tomatoes, corn, and arugula to the pasta mixture. Lightly toss to mix well. Add more olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

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Why Millennials Are the Way They Are Exercise Your Way to a Clean Home The Best Activities for Helping Kids Cope With Stress In Honor of National Aviation Day Peach and Arugula Pasta Salad A Tour of Marietta

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Art comes in all shapes, sizes, styles, and colors and gives the viewer something to contemplate and adore just through the simple act of looking. Luckily for us here in Marietta, the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art gives everyone a chance to admire historic paintings, as well as make some of their own. However, the building housing the museum wasn’t built for this exact purpose. On March 14, 1910, the building first opened as the Cobb County United States Post Office, and for several decades, it served as the central post office for the city. Then, in 1963, the main branch of the Cobb County Marietta Public Library moved into the building. The building then housed the library for the next 26 years, until the main branch relocated to a brand-new building on Roswell Street. During this time, a group formerly called the Marietta Women’s Club became known as the Fine Arts Club of Marietta, and in 1970, the members of this club

became the sole proprietors of the Clarke Library. A little over 10 years later, the club changed its name again to the Marietta Cobb Fine Arts Center. Shortly after the club was approved as a nonprofit organization, it began to work toward developing an art museum. By April 5, 1990, the Marietta Cobb Fine Arts Center changed its name a final time to the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art and took up residence in the former post office building. Since then, the museum has housed many incredible art exhibits and encouraged hundreds of kids and adults alike to nurture their own passion for art. With a focus on American Art, people can explore this wonderful space and gaze upon works of art, both new and old. To keep up to date with their latest events and exhibits, visit their website at MariettaCobbArtMuseum.org.

A TRUE APPRECIATION OF HISTORY AND ART

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