Ask Amy column adviser urges self focus and possible separation
The writer, a 63 year old long term partner, describes escalating household neglect, emotional shutdown, and suspicion of closet status. Amy says there are no magic words to force love or change. She advises the writer to assess personal goals, seek individual therapy, and consider separation to clarify options.
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Moderation tips for holiday drinking amid pandemic stress
Experts say pandemic stress raises drinking risk and offer practical steps to keep alcohol in check. DePaul professor Joanna Buscemi notes home life and reduced stress-relief activities push more unstructured time toward alcohol, while USF’s Lindsey Rodriguez cautions against abstinence but urges mindful limits and healthier substitutes like exercise and nonalcoholic drinks.
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Hurdler stretch guide for lower back hips and stress relief
Marlo Alleva presents a hurdler stretch routine to ease stress and tight hips. It guides sitting, leg placement at a 96-degree front angle and a 90-degree back leg bend, then bending at the hips to fold toward the front leg. Perform daily after workouts, with caution for flexibility levels. Mario Alleva of Gold's Gym and Fontaine Gills YMCA in Lakeland serves as reference contact.
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