Ep.537: The In-Between Season Part 2: Caring for Aging Parents with Krista and Alex

Are you caring for aging parents while still supporting your young adult children? You're not alone. In this episode, Krista and Alex explore the emotional complexity of the sandwich generation — a season marked by grief, shifting roles, guilt, and unexpected growth. They discuss how to manage changing family dynamics, set healthy boundaries, reevaluate expectations, and embrace the opportunity for deeper relationships during this transitional stage of life. If you're feeling stretched between two generations, this conversation offers practical insight, encouragement, and hope. In this episode: Why grief and opportunity often coexist How guilt shows up in caregiving The importance of boundaries and self-care Parenting adult children with clarity and respect Listen in for wisdom and practical tools to help you navigate this complex season with intention. A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Podcast - Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast - Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs with Steve Cuss Book - Managing Leadership Anxiety by Steve Cuss Bible Verses : Exodus 20:12 Ephesians 6:1-3 Mantras *Stay relational, not controlling *Honor without self abandoning LET'S CONNECT! Did you like this episode? Let us know and leave a review on itunes or share it with a friend. Or message us on Instagram – we'd love to hear from you! Get the Daily Dozen Checklist -12 habits that will immediately make you happier and healthier

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Ep.537: The In-Between Season Part 2: Caring for Aging Parents with Krista and Alex is an episode from The Open Door Sisterhood Podcast by Krista Gilbert.

This episode is 31:14 long.

This episode was published on Mar 3, 2026.

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