My job is toxic. My boss is a tyrant. My boss is a bully. My co-workers complain 24/7. Sound familiar? How many single parents have continued working for horrible bosses because they feel stuck? Single moms and dads feel more pressure to put up with demeaning and toxic work environments. Many allow self-defeating thoughts of being trapped or the belief that, “I can’t do anything about it.”
First, I want to encourage you that you are not alone. An estimated 54 million people have encountered a bully at work. Most incorrectly assume that you have to tolerate this type of environment....
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If you suddenly find yourself alone due to a partner or spouse leaving, it is crucial to maintain stability for your child. Many parents believe a “consistent schedule” equals stability. In fact, many believe having your child on tight school, social and even meal schedules supports healthy emotional well being. Although that is certainly part of it, there is a more complex blue print that should be considered. I have identified three key areas single parents can tie together to ensure healthy development and security for their children. These three keys are for YOU, the parent. Your...
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If you are among the thousands of unemployed, you’re likely to feel the fears and uncertainty of other employed individuals. However, as a single mom, you are likely to feel greater anxiety, maybe even panic. But your greatest enemy is panic. The worrying generated by panicking will not change your situation and may even lead you to start to feel physically ill. There are several key points to focus on while unemployed. But, before you make any decisions, make sure your choices are not made during periods of heightened worry, anxiety or stress. Below are some key steps single moms can take...
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If you are a single mom who wants to go back to school, get a degree and work from home, choosing your college major will be the most important decision you will be making in the coming days. Having said that, you need to keep in mind it is better to brush aside the reports about online scams. The scams are indeed there in the Internet claiming they will find you work from home opportunities for a small fee. But what you have to realize is that your college degree will be preparing you by infusing the necessary skills in you. You will later be using these skills and build your own home-based...
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Have you ever been in a period wherein you just could not escape resenting someone or worrying about something. I do not mean an instance but a period of time. If you have been there, you will know that it inevitably leads to burnouts. The exhaustion you will feel after twisting yourself due to the worries will even be inexplicable. I have been there and for anyone who seems to be in such a position right now, i just have two words for you – move on.
Move on for your own sake:
You got to move on and forget about whatever whoever did to you. Because you, without a doubt, deserve more...
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