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The Importance of Acceptance in Single Parenting

When I talk to people who are relatively new to single parenting, one of the things I often hear is “I never really expected I would be doing this alone!” This has led me to a personal philosophy that anyone who considers parenthood should consider whether or not they are able to be single parents, but that is another article altogether. What I have learned from talking with other single parents is that “acceptance” is the first step on the road to becoming a great and present single parent. Sure, some of us choose single parenting as a first choice, … Continue reading →

What is Your Child’s Biggest Area of Resistance?

Many of us assume that when our child is resisting, we naturally should back off and not force the issue. Well, this is true some of the time—but sometimes, those areas of resistance are where we should pay some extra attention… Understanding resistance as a way of deflecting attention from what is really bother you, or what really needs attention can take some effort on the part of the parent. Think of your own experiences with resistance—chances are, where you pushed, balked and refused to look at things more closely was probably right where you NEEDED to look at things … Continue reading →

Do You Want Big Muscles?

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When you think about exercise and fitness, do you think about big muscles? Do you concentrate on a workout that builds muscle and strengthens the body? Do you a chest that would do Atlas proud? If building muscle is your priority, then it’s important for you to understand everything you can about muscle strength, strength building and more. Hypertrophy Bulky muscle is caused by muscle hypertrophy. So what is it, you ask? Hypertrophy is what happens when muscle cells thicken, but don’t get longer. Your muscle cells may divide and create more, this can also create a thick appearance without … Continue reading →

Fall Hazard Prompts Performance Inc. to Recall Bicycle Resistance

March 7, 2006 Release #06-107 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 553-8324 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: 2006 Performance Travel Trac Trainers Units: About 10,200 Importer: Performance Inc., of Chapel Hill, N.C. Hazard: The base of the trainer has a blocking mechanism that can break causing the bicycle to disengage from the stand, posing a fall hazard. Incidents/Injuries: Performance has received … Continue reading →