Edition 51

Edition 51, Page 6

Hope When Dealing With Anger

What do I do with my child’s Anger from Separation or Divorce?

Contributor: Sheena

My son is three years old, and his father and I recently divorced. My son is now acting out, and throwing tantrums for the other parent whenever he is with me or his father. He doesn't know why we don't live together. I don't know what to do or say that can make him understand that mommy and daddy will never be 'together' again, and we have to live apart. What do I do about the tantrums? I can't discipline him because he is just expressing his confusion, and the fact that he isn't getting what he wants. I can't just let him keep  read more >

Hope for Your Finances

Four tips to protect you from ATM thieves

Contributor: Anonymous

An automated teller machine> (ATM), also known as automatic banking machine (ABM), Cash Machine, or Cashpoint, is a computerized telecommunications device that provides the clients of a financial institution with access to financial transactions in a public space without the need for a cashier, human clerk or bank teller. On most modern ATMs, the customer is identified by inserting a plastic ATM card with a magnetic stripe or a plastic smart card with a chip, that contains a unique card number and some security information such as an expiration date or CVVC ).  read more >

Ron and Pam Anderson
Hope for Your Health

Oregano – More than just a Pizza flavoring

Principle for Optimum Health: Do not ignore symptoms…do not be presumptuous regarding your health. If you are experiencing symptoms of an injury or illness; have been diagnosed with a disease process or if you are pregnant, nursing or desiring to become pregnant; you should consult with the health care provider of your  read more >

Hope for Messies

My Life is so Messy.

Contributor: Blog

MY life is such a mess and I don't know what to do!

My heart has been torn in two and no matter what I try it won't go away! Please help me!

It takes time honey. It won't just go away. I'm so sorry you're hurting. I can't do much but offer a cyber hug. But I'm right there with you, my heart has been ripped to pieces too and there's nothing I can do but hurt until it stops.

Time, Time, Time.

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Hope for Caregivers

Fighting Caregiver Fatigue

Contributor: Kristine Dwyer

Calvin's day begins before 5 A.M. He knows another exhausting day lies ahead. He allows himself only enough time to have a cup of coffee and read the paper before lying back down by his wife's side until 6 A.M. when the daily routine begins again; toileting, showering, dressing, wheelchair transfers, laundry, meal preparation, housekeeping, correspondence, paperwork, yard work, personal care.

Soon its time for a doctor appointment; more wheelchair transfers, a trip to the pharmacy, grocery shopping, and then, finally, a return home to continue the care routine. No time to rest during the day. Bedtime planning takes an hour so he begins by 9 P.M. Calvin is physically and emotionally   read more >

Fitness For You

How to Start your own Exercize regimen and stick to it

Contributor: Allison Holmes

Do you find yourself making resolutions about exercising to get in shape, but never seem to stick to the resolution? This "How-to" can help you with some ideas to provide the little nudge you need.

1. Do something you enjoy. If you like it, it's more likely you'll keep at it. Not all workouts are at a gym: try biking, inline skating, rowing, skateboarding, swimming, hockey, or a rugby team; even dancing in your bedroom with an ipod. Enjoyment is the key to sticking with it.

2. Make a commitment. Don't just make a mental promise to yourself. Get a journal. Write down what you  read more >