To conclude this mini-series of Wearing-Different-Hats, I would like to mention the importance of reviewing and refining the structure of each “hat” we are wearing from time to time. Circumstances and people, including ourselves, change. Therefore we must be mindful of adjusting and reflecting on our various roles to make sure that we remain in control. For example, as parents get older and progress into their golden years, the role of their adult children will “naturally” switch from being taken care of by their parents to become the care-takers of their now-elderly parents. In some extreme cases, it could be a reverse of roles. The elderly parents may become completely dependent on their adult children.
One practical way to “clear our heads” of the role changes and necessary adjustments is to write down the characteristics of each role and what results we intend to achieve through that role.
This blog concludes the subject of WDH for now.