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Could A New World Be Blossoming?

The more I am blessed to connect with people from around the world through the internet, the more my heart blooms inside with hope for a new world. Could it be that our generation, and even more so future generations, will be more in touch with the global community than the illusion of separateness? Will we find a way through the door to know and understand that as a world we are much more alike …

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Teenage Weight-Loss Surgery

With the ever-increasing rates of teen obesity, it is perhaps no surprise that the number of teens turning to surgical options for weight-loss is also on the rise. While many argue that teens should lose weight through lifestyle change, some struggling teens turn to surgery because they feel as if they have no other option. For these teens, surgery, as invasive as it may be, seems the only escape from their weight-related struggles.

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Grieving the Loss of a Child

As a parent, you can likely understand that those who have lost a child must feel a tremendous pain; however, if you have never experienced this loss yourself, it may be difficult for you to truly understand the magnitude and type of hurt. Losing a child is certainly something that no parent ever wants to go through. If you know someone who has lost a child, educating yourself on the grieving process associated with this loss may make it easier for you to help this struggling individual through her emotional turmoil.