Humble merciful greatness in everyday stress
A reflection on stress, humility, and mercy with anecdotes about Adler and Fadiman. Emphasizes that stress stems from our responses, not others, and that magnanimous people see value in everyone. Includes a reader invitation and notes on Dr Brown’s column practices.
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Mortimer J. Adler
Columbia University
Clifton Fadiman
Adler
Fadiman
John Ruskin
Dr Brown
Washington, D.C
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Hearing loss blamed for suspected senility in CT elder
A Connecticut family misread an elderly grandmother's disoriented talk as senility after she became hard of hearing. Experts note many seniors labeled senile actually suffer hearing loss, with clues like need to rerun questions and TV volume. Doctors can assess and treat.
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Connecticut
Hearing aids today and to beware of false claims
An audiologist should have advanced degree state license and ASHA certification. Get proof of credentials before paying. Best shopping includes doctor recommendations. Hearing aids improve but miracles are not guaranteed. Background noise amplification is common and devices can be bulky. Eyeglass models were popular but pricey. Prices range from about 400 to 1000 dollars for in canal to behind ear. Audiologists sell and prescribe. compare prices to save money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Speech, Language and Hearing Association
Holiday weight watch for teens with tips and goals
A teen lifestyle column offers practical holiday weight control advice for girls. It warns against extreme dieting, suggests calorie awareness, mindful eating, small plates, and social distractions at parties. It recommends light daily exercise, home routines, and sensible fashion choices to avoid overindulgence while staying fit year round.
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Seventeen Magazine
Practical gift ideas for older relatives this Christmas
Abby advises thoughtful presents for seniors and isolated seniors. Avoid useless bric brac and clothing mistakes. Suggest practical options like food baskets, postage stamps, greeting cards, gift certificates, services, and shared meals to ease loneliness and budget constraints.
VPA students to present recital and art exhibit
Frederick County Gov. Thomas Johnson High School's Program for the Visual and Performing Arts will host a December 9 recital and holiday art exhibit in the school auditorium. The art show opens at 7 p.m. and the recital at 7:30 p.m., both free to the public, featuring drama and art by students from Gov. Thomas Johnson, Middletown Middle, Brunswick High, Singanore High, Walkersville High, and Frederick High.
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Frederick County
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Beth Chisson
Jeanne Skinner
Paul Seres
Barbara Legg
Kristen Markey
Cindy Miller
Mark Lohr
Virginia Hamilton
Gov. Thomas Johnson High
Lisa Healey
Kelly Bond
Renee Clements
Cheryl Hedges
Middletown Middle
Lauren Heffner
Sam Stevens
Brunswick High
Mary Ayler
Jason Alspaugh
Anne Dunsmore
Singanore High
Jobo Barrick
Chris Carr
Julie Chong
Vincent Hann
Merritt Martin
Alyssa Tavernia
Mary Brickey
Lori Capiio
Julie Lintoo
Kirsten Rook
Heidi Wadheim
VPA
David Crawford
Mildred Trevvett
William Cain
Sandra Orchard
Robert Conder
Sheila Hargett
David Kelsey
Walkersville High
Jennifer Biddinger
Dane Austin
Singapore High
Kim Kringbaum
Deborah Tome
Heather McCarthy
Wayne Biddinger
Andrew Constable
Heather Wangberg
Frederick High
Lynnelle Ediger
Margaret McCue
Brad Brock
Jonathan Townes
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Kent &. Collins
Robert Wallace
D. Copley News Service
Redericktowne
Dear Abby
Olivia
Grandpa
Grasapa
Sylvia
Abby
Frederick
Manuel Weinberg
Charles Cram
Robert Freed
Joe Trunk
Sylvia Weinberg
Anita Crawford
George Zolovick
Michael Meyers
Colyn Phillips
Lowell Phillips
Maggie Warfield
Joan McGinnis
Frederick American Legion
Christy Hustead
Middletown High
Tina Carton
Rebecca Haviland
Kim Huffer
Thomas Roberts
Kelly Wiggett
WPA
Patrick St
Lazare
Aly
Barnes Jewelers
North Werte
Lier
Mnedy Square
Church Street
Terock
Maryland
Benjamin Moore
Moorwood
Garst
Eas Street
Asie
FCC
Lee
Ny Ation
Frederick Community College
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