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More often than not, your family and close friends will want what is best for you. That is why it is a good idea to open up the conversation with them. Don’t be worried about burdening them, or over-analyze what they may think. Instead, think about what you would want them to do if they were in your shoes. You would want them to reach out to you so that you could help and support them, so that is exactly what you should do.
There is no need for you to tell a lot of people, just seek out the person that you can trust the most and tell them as much or as little as you want. Sharing your problem can take a weight off your shoulders because you are no longer carrying this secret around with you. It is also a great first step to getting the help you need, and they will be able to help you find the right way to help you care for your mind and body.
Reach out to support services
If you are unable to reach out to your family or friends or feel like you need a bit of extra support, you should try and seek out your local support services. There may be a group that you can attend full of people going through similar things or a service that can find you the help that you need. There are even phone services you can call, usually for free, if you are particularly struggling and need someone to right then and there. This is also a good option if you are worried about going to see people in person.
Go to a rehab center
There may seem like there is a lot of stigma around rehab facilities, but they can be excellent facilities that can give you the level of help that you might need. You don’t even need to get fully hospitalized. You could find a partial hospitalization program that offers the structure of an inpatient drug rehab, but with a bit more freedom so that you can benefit from the help without feeling stuck with rigid rules.
Don’t forget that asking for help does not mean that you are weak. In fact, it can be one of the strongest things that you will do. Don’t listen to any of the stigmas around getting help, because it is the thing that is best for you and what everyone who cares about you would want you to do.

Having all boys and the only girls I have to buy for are 7 hours away, it’s a little hard to find things that they might like for Christmas..so I just channel my inner little girl and pick things that I would like to play with, and I usually get it right. This year i’m loving the little Lalaloopsy Tinies..they are a much tinier version of the Lalaloopsy dolls that the girls already love.
The teeny tiny little dolls are fantastic for small hands that like to carry several around. Kids love to collect things so being able to collect and carry all their favorite dolls at once is fun for them. These Lalaloopsy Tinies are colorful and easy to fit in pockets, or if like my nieces, their purses. In each pack there is a surprise character. It’s exciting to open the pack and see what surprise awaits you in this one!
Lalaloopsy Tinies are available in packs of 10 & a special pack of 18…you can even get the Lalaloopsy Tinies Houses for the kids to use with their tiny dolls! They can create a whole village and can easily store their Tinies inside the houses too!
I think these are so incredibly fun. They are small and soft to the touch and encourage imaginative play. There are more than 100 Tinies available to collect. As an added bonus, girls can string them to create their own jewelry and accessories.
When you are shopping this year for toys that will thrill your kiddos, take a look at the Lalaloopsy Tinies.
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Once upon a time in a house far-far away…there were epic breakfast battles and fun movie nights….I grew up in a geek household…only I didn’t think of it that way. It was just a normal thing for me. While we watched many sci-fi shows, Star Wars has always stuck with me. Now that I’m a mom, sharing my love of star wars with my boys has been so fun! Lately, it’s been even easier with all the Star Wars merchandise in anticipation of The Force Awakens! Big G Star Wars Cereal has been on my shopping list and our breakfast table for weeks now! Even my 2-year-old will see something and start yelling:
“Star Wars Mama…Star Wars”
Yes baby! Star Wars! Let’s go look!
Big G Star Wars Cereal Coupon & Added Fun
With the excitement of Star Wars: The Force Awakens coming to theaters nationwide on December 18 we are in full Star Wars mode around here! If you have Star Wars fans in your family you’ll love the new Droid Viewers available now inside specially marked boxes of General Mills cereals. Get your 75 cents off coupon and save on your next box! These awesome Droid Viewers are bring some of the excitement of Star Wars to the breakfast time.
STAR WARS: The Force Awakens Droid Viewers – Collect All Six
Each Droid Viewer reveals a unique image from the movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The images are of the droids themselves taken from scenes in the movie. The collection of Star Wars Droid Viewers includes:
Mouse Droid
B-U4D
R2-D2
C3P0
PZ-4CO
BB-8
Look for these General Mills Cereals: Reese’s Puffs™, Mini Trix™, Honey Nut Cheerios™, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ to collect all six Star Wars: The Force Awakens Droid Viewers.
These 6 different Droid Viewers can be found inside Star Wars themed General Mills collectible cereal boxes – one Droid Viewer per box. If would like to enjoy these Droid Viewers and see scenes from the movie, make sure to pick up your specially marked cereal boxes soon because they will only be available for a limited time.
Don’t forget your 75 cents off coupon.
Big G & Star Wars have teamed up to bring fans what they love, from favorite cereals to the prizes inside and everything in-between on their Tumblr Page. Don’t forget to use The Force to find specially marked boxes of Big G cereals for exclusive vintage Star Wars movie posters! Details on Tumblr.
Add Some Fun To Your Morning
My boys hate getting up early for school, but having something fun to do to break up the mundane morning routine is great! My boys loved playing with the new Star Wars Droid Viewers while scarfing down on Honey Nut Cheerios™ and Reese’s Puffs™ cereals. The Droids from their Big G Star Wars Cereal add a bit of awesomeness for an epic start to their morning!
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Life is an adventure for Maya, the clever and resourceful blonde-bobbed monkey in “Monkey Kingdom,” Disneynature’s new feature film set among ancient ruins in the storied jungles of South Asia. Maya’s world is forever changed when she welcomes her son, Kip, into her complicated extended family. Like all families, Maya’s has more than its share of colorful personalities—and she’s determined to give her son a leg up in the world. When their longtime home at Castle Rock is taken over by powerful neighboring monkeys, Maya’s whole family retreats, and she uses her street smarts and ingenuity to uncover untapped resources amidst strange new creatures and unsettling surroundings. Ultimately, they will all have to work together to reclaim Castle Rock, where Maya can hopefully realize her dreams for her son’s future.
Featuring a rich variety of characters, including a mischievous mongoose, simple-minded langur monkeys, predatory leopards and monitor lizards. With music from award-winning composer Harry Gregson-Williams, Disneynature’s eighth True Life Adventure swings into Blu-ray, DVD & Digital September 15th 2015
DVD Extras
Included on just the Blu-ray edition, a decent amount of behind-the-scenes features and other bonuses are included:
Tales from the Kingdom (12:11) goes into some of the more difficult scenes to pull off from directors Mark Linfield and Alastair Fothergill, including the tight squeeze of filming a bear family in their habitat.
On the Set of Monkey Kingdom with Jane Goodall and Wolfgang Dittus (5:49) – this featurette documents the reactions of the two famed naturalists, who were invited to Sri Lanka to observe some of the production.
Disneynature Monkey Kingdom: A Conservation (7:54) – a fascinating look at efforts to make a wild “buffer zone” between jungles and developed areas in Sri Lanka and other Asian locales. Some of the funds from Monkey Kingdom‘s box office take were funneled into this worthwhile program.
“It’s Our World” Music Video Performed by Jacquie Lee (3:15) – a simple montage-driven promo clip.
A Special Thank You from Disneynature (2:14) details how some of the profits from each film in the Disneynature series have benefitted a specific conservationist movement. This feature is also included on the DVD portion.
Sneak Peeks and an Info Screen round out the extras.
I adored this movie! I sat down and watched it with my 2-year-old and we both giggled as the monkeys were..well, monkeying around. While it is a documentary I love the storyline and the way it turns out. I never knew monkeys had a hierarchy or were so cruel to each other. This Monkey Kingdom DVD is a must watch for adults and kids alike! My husband who I didn’t think would enjoy a movie like this loved it as well. My son just loved the baby monkeys!
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Earlier this week Chrysler announced its sponsorship and support of longtime family favorite Sesame Street that will include digital and television sponsorship as well as an online video series to be promoted across Chrysler brand’s digital and social channels.
This multimedia campaign will pair the lovable Sesame Street characters with the all-new Chrysler Pacifica and Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans in ten co-branded videos for parents. With both brands having a deep commitment to families and children, this exciting initiative will see Sesame Street extend its reach in new and creative ways and Chrysler educating parents on their unprecedented 115 safety, security and technology innovations.

Whenever you’re working out, it’s important to be mindful of what’s around you. There can be plenty of dangers and none of them you would want ending up in a hospital, having to rely on Jonathan Rosenfeld for help. Being aware of what’s around you can help accidents from happening. So if you’re doing a group run out in public, be sure to watch any roads or public pathways you cross and ensure you’re wary of those running around you, to make sure you don’t bump into anyone whilst running. Exercising in a gym environment can also have their own dangers so just be aware of who is doing what and making sure you’re giving everyone enough space to workout themselves. These conscious efforts you make can really help to stop you from getting yourself into an accident.
Use Weights Carefully
Weights are great for putting your body through its paces, and it’s important that when using weights, you’re taking care in how you lift them and where you place them down. Think about how heavy they are, and so if you’re not in control of them, you’ll want to start off with a lighter weight that is more manageable. Otherwise, you could end up causing an injury if you drop it by accident and it lands on your foot or the foot of someone else! Always have a rule of putting your weights away when you’re done with them and try to keep to your own space, making sure to have plenty of space around you to avoid any accidents.
Don’t Over Exert Yourself
We all like to challenge ourselves in life, and when it comes to exercising, we may end up pushing ourselves a little too far out of our comfort zone to the point of injury. Over exerting yourself can be dangerous, so it’s important to know your limits and when you’re pushing yourself too far. It’s never going to end well and pushing yourself to a level that you’re not yet comfortable with is only going to damage your body. Try to maintain a level of comfort whenever you’re exercising and only move up a level when your body is ready.