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Preventing Emotional Eating in Children
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Linda Mintle
A problem for both kids and adults is eating out of emotional needs. I’ve worked with a number of kids who eat because of marital tension or the threat of divorce in their homes. Many kids eat to cope with stress and anxiety over performance and perfection issues, some eat because of insecurities in peer relationships,…
Why The Doctor Isn’t God
By
Linda Mintle
The doctor isn’t God. I have a favorable opinion of medical doctors. Right now, I am training student doctors to become physician one day. Physicians have helped my family many times through the years, but they are not God and need to be questioned. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, especially concerning the care of…
The Powerful Influence of Affirmation
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Linda Mintle
Affirmation is powerful! Katie walked off the ballet stage. Having danced her heart out, she came flying into my arms. Beaming like only a mother can, I reached down, kissed her and said, “You were beautiful, wonderful and of course, the best dancer on the stage. I am so proud to be your mom, not…
A Teen’s Perspective on Mom’s Remarriage
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Linda Mintle
Divorce. Remarriage. Lots of change is involved and kids feel it! Jason stared at the floor, angry and frustrated. Sitting in my therapy office, a new hurdle confronts this shy fourteen year-old. His mom is about to remarry. Two years ago dad walked out. No phone calls, visits or contact. Dad moved out of state…
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