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When to Send Emotional Overdraft Notices

Back in November a Families.com family member, EmptyMarriage, posted a thread in the Marriage & Relationships Forum: Where do I go from here? For some reason I just happened to see it today. Even though I replied and gave some suggestions for how I would approach her problem, I can’t get her off my mind. The Situation EmptyMarriage has been married 20 years, has two daughters, and has weathered the other ups and downs in her marital life, but on this down she’s feeling like she doesn’t want to be in the relationship anymore. Her husband isn’t attentive, doesn’t participate, … Continue reading →

Cocaine: Tolerance, Dependence and Withdrawal

Cocaine is often taken in conjunction with other drugs to offset the negative side effects of the former. Hence tranquillizers, alcohol, marijuana, and heroin are often used to bring the user “down” and to help them sleep. This unfortunate situation means that the regular cocaine user who is dependent on the drug now finds him or herself dependent or a raft of other legal and illegal medications. Use of cocaine during pregnancy increases the risk of miscarriage, or if the baby is carried to full term, may result in a low birth weigh baby, premature delivery, and signs of cocaine … Continue reading →

Ten Signs that Your Spouse may be Cheating

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So you think your spouse might be cheating on you? The very fact that you are suspicious is a good indication that something sinister may be going on. That’s because we all have intuition. Whether you call it a “sixth sense,” “warning bells,” or “red flags,” trust that inner voice. Unless you are generally a suspicious person and have a history of being overly possessive and accusing, your fears are probably justified. I have personal experience with this, which explains this guest-blog. The multiple infidelities in my first marriage turned me into a housewife-by-day, detective-by-night. I got really good at … Continue reading →

The Second Marriage

My husband was married before. This is my first marriage and his second. I even knew his first wife. Though to be honest, I hardly think of her as having ever been his wife. I have a unique perspective because at the time, their marriage was already rocking under the tremors of disparate expectations, disappointments and emotional withdrawal. Even though I knew this, it is still hard to comprehend some of what he went through. No matter how estranged couples are when they divorce, they still go through a lot of pain. They experience a wealth of self-doubt, misery and … Continue reading →

What is Eggshell Parenting?

There is a wide variety parenting styles that parents can choose from. Many of these are healthy choices, and parents can pick and choose which style works for them. Eggshell parenting, however, is not a healthy choice for parents or their children. PopSugar reported that eggshell parenting is the latest parenting topic of conversation on TikTok. The term was coined by licensed clinical psychologist Kim Sage, Psy.D to describe a parent whose unpredictable behavior and emotional instability leave their child feeling unsettled and like they’re “walking on eggshells.” While its more than normal to get frustrated or upset sometimes as … Continue reading →

All Aboard the Roller Coaster Ride of Adolescence

Dealing with a teenager can be a dicey proposition in the best of times. On any roller coaster, part of the ride is taking that occasional plunge, but what happens when the drop becomes too steep or the ride veers off track? When you’re in parenting mode, your tolerance for a rough ride may be different from your teen’s. So how do you know if your teen is having a bad day or a bad week or something more? How do you know if the withdrawal and slump in grades are normal or something to worry about? How do you … Continue reading →

Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression

After giving birth a woman goes through a myriad of emotions. The drop in hormones at such a rapid rate after giving birth can trigger feelings of depression. It is not uncommon for a woman to go through many emotional changes as she encounters the changes in her life a baby brings. Some women feel unattractive, some are still experiencing pain or had difficult births, and some may have relationship problems which can contribute to feelings of depression. For many these feelings subside yet others experience a more serious depression called postpartum depression. What are the differences? Baby Blues The … Continue reading →

Is the Atkins Diet Making Me Crabby?

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The first week that I was on the Atkins diet, I felt great! I was enjoying the changes to my eating habits, and truly liked the taste of some of the food suggestions. By the second week, however, things changed dramatically. I’m found myself feeling really crabby! Is this because of Atkins, or due to something else? When I started the Atkins diet, I expected to experience changes in my body. I was fortunate that I haven’t felt any caffeine withdrawal symptoms, and have rarely felt weak. I lost two pounds the first week, and my body feels “better” in … Continue reading →

8 Ways We Self-Medicate Anxiety

Everyone knows what it’s like to have anxious moments. In fact, our body’s natural stress response is an invaluable tool we need to respond appropriately in times of crisis or danger. But when it is a near-constant companion – fueled by everyday thoughts or situations that do not warrant a heightened stress response – anxiety can be harmful. In fact, it can hurt so much our minds and bodies become desperate for relief, any relief, as fleeting as it may be. Though there are healthy means of relieving anxiety, such as exercise, meditation and prayer, all too often we choose … Continue reading →

Yoga for Quitting Smoking

As any smoker or former smoker knows, quitting smoking is really hard and most people try many times before actually quitting. There are many methods available to help smokers kick the habit, including nicotine replacement therapy, drugs, support groups, hypnosis and many more. If you have tried to quit or are trying to quit for the first time, yoga may offer some help. While yoga, or any other method, is not foolproof for quitting, there are several aspects of yoga that can help you deal with the cravings, difficulty sleeping, lack of energy and moodiness that come with quitting. Most … Continue reading →