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Role Transitions and Relationships


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I wasn't sure where to post this.  The saying goes, everything happens for a reason.  I'm glad I came back to Maryland from Florida, because this morning George's sister called and his Mom passed away this morning.  He's getting a round trip plane ticket for her memorial service this week.  I'm glad I was here, instead of 900 miles away.  George went to pick up my daughter from Virginia for her visit this weekend.  I think he wanted to keep the plans to give him something to do and to spend time with her.  So, this is a role transition for George, both parents are gone.  He'll always be a son, but not actively anymore. I'm just here, at home, supporting him.  We went through this a few years ago when his Father passed.  I guess how this transition has affected us, is that we are stable and here for each other when circumstances are not   He doesn't like to talk, so I made him coffee and asked if there was anything I can do.  And, then I just gave him his space, which he likes, to deal with his emotions his way.

Shari
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Hi Everyone,
 
Major life changes often result in role transitions. By definition, when we’re in a role transition we move from an old role to a new role. Because the new role is, well, new, it can be hard to adjust to - and it can be difficult for other people in our lives to make the adjustment to our change. Other people in our lives may have difficulty accepting, or getting used to our new roles.
Role transitions have been known to lead to depression as people struggle to define themselves in their new role.
Remember: people get into disputes when they have different expectations in a relationship, and role transitions often create a situation in which people can have very different expectations about the new role. As a result, role transitions often result in relationship problems.
 
So be aware of role transitions and how they may effect you and the others around you.
 How has role transition affected your relationships?

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