If your parents are getting divorced, it's because of issues between the two of them, not because of anything you did. Most of the time, parents choose to get divorced because they fight with each other, because their feelings about one another have changed, or because of a serious issue in the relationship, like infidelity or substance abuse. There's no reason for you to feel guilty at all! You may be even more likely to blame yourself for the divorce if your parents get you involved in their conflicts or if they seem to hold it against you for caring about the other parent. No matter what they say or do, it is important to remember that you did not initiate these conflicts and that you have the right to love both of your parents. If your parents ever say something to make you feel like the divorce is your fault, talk to them about it. They may have not really meant what they said at all. Try to keep in mind that this is a stressful time for your parents and they are not perfect. No two kids feel exactly the same way about their parents' divorce. You might be confused, angry, sad, or even glad, if your parents fought a lot. No matter how you are feeling, it's important to validate your emotions. There's no reason to feel guilty about how you are feeling. Don't forget that your friends and family members are there for you during this difficult time. Reach out to people who you are close to for support. You may even know people who have been through a similar situation. If you have siblings, they are going through the same thing that you are going through, so be there for each other. You may not want to talk to all of your friends about your parents' divorce. Choose one or two close confidants who will understand your situation and be compassionate. Chances are some of your friends have also dealt with a divorce. Talking to your parents about the effect that their divorce is having on you can make a big difference. Remember, if they don't know what you think or how you feel, they can't help you cope with those thoughts and emotions. Let them know how you're feeling and what you're worried about. If you have questions about how the divorce will affect your future, ask! Even if your parents don't know the answer, this will give you the opportunity to have an open conversation about what will happen next. Even if you don't have any friends or family members who you can talk to about your parents' divorce, you don't need to deal with your emotions by yourself! There are many resources available to adolescents who need some help getting through this tough stage. You may want to talk to a social worker or psychologist. If you don't know one, ask your doctor for a referral. Your school may have counselors who are available to talk with you about personal issues. There are also support groups specifically designed for children and adolescents who are dealing with their parents' divorces. You may be able to find a group at your school or in your local community.

Summary: Know that it is not your fault. Accept your feelings as normal. Talk to friends and family members. Don't be afraid to talk to your parents. Seek professional help.

Click Restart at the bottom of the login screen. Your Mac will begin to restart. If your Mac has FileVault enabled and you don't know the password to disable it, you won't be able to use this method. Press Command+R as soon as you finish clicking Restart, and don't let go until you see the Apple logo appear on-screen. It's at the bottom of the screen. You'll find this menu item at the top of the screen. Clicking it prompts a drop-down menu. It's in the drop-down menu. Doing so opens a Terminal window in which you can type commands. Type in resetpassword and then press Return, then wait for the password reset page to open in the background. Once the password reset page opens, you can close Terminal. Click your account's name to select it, then click Next. Type your preferred new password into the "New password" and "Verify password" text boxes. It's at the bottom of the screen. You'll find this option at the bottom of the screen. Clicking it prompts your Mac to restart to the login screen, at which point you can log in with your new password.

Summary: Restart the Mac. Open the recovery menu. Click . Click Utilities. Click Terminal. Enter the password reset command. Select your account. Create a new password. Click Next. Click Restart.

If you drink lots of soda or bottled water, this option may be perfect for you. Collect the bottles or cans until you have enough to fill about 1/3 to half of your tall planter. Leave the caps on the plastic bottles, and avoid crushing the aluminum cans too much if you're using those. If you use this option, you'll also want to have a layer of newspaper, landscaping fabric, or cheesecloth available to lay down on top of your bottles or cans before adding your soil. Choose a pot that fits easily into the center of your tall planter. Be sure that this pot has its own drainage holes, or add some to it by drilling them in. If your large planter has drainage holes along the bottom edges, avoid blocking them with the top edges of your smaller pot. You'll need to be sure that water can still drain through the bottom of your planter. If your smaller pot is significantly smaller than your larger planter, you'll want to hold it in place with another material like clay pebbles or wood chips. This will also help to lessen the amount of soil you'll need when filling your planter. Scrap 4x4 or 6x6 pieces of wood also work well for filling the bottom of your tall planter. Choose a piece that easily stands up in the center of the bottom of your planter. Using a saw, cut the wood so that it's about half the height of your planter. Avoid this option if the drainage holes of your tall planter are in the middle of your planter's bottom. The wood will cover the holes and not allow your soil to drain properly. You can use wood chips, clay pebbles, or soil to hold the wood beam in place in the center of your planter. This option is a bit heavier, but still works well to defray costs when buying your topsoil. Collect enough rocks or broken pots to fill about 1/3 to half of your tall planter. This option works well if your tall planter becomes narrower at the bottom and you're concerned about it tipping over from the weight of your soil and plant at the top. Be sure that your rocks are not covering any drainage holes in the bottom of your planter. Collect enough pinecones to fill 1/3 to half of your tall planter, or purchase wood chip mulch at your local hardware store. If you use this option, you'll want to be sure to check the filler each year when you change soil to make sure the wood hasn't started rotting. If you have some packaging peanuts lying around, test them out to make sure they don't dissolve in water. Place some in a bowl of water and check to see if they shrink or dissolve. If they don't, you can use these to fill 1/3 to half of your tall planter for a planter that's nice and light. Use mesh onion bags to hold the packing peanuts in place and avoid making a mess when you replace your plant's topsoil each year. You can also try cutting up larger pieces of Styrofoam packaging and filling your planter with these pieces. Plastic is light and lasts a long time, so any plastic items that fit into the bottom of your planter are a nice choice. Use intact Easter eggs, keep lids on milk jugs, and keep the lids on containers if you're using those. This will keep most of the bottom of your planter filled with air, and allow for good drainage from the soil above. If you're using jugs or containers, be sure not to block any of the drainage holes in the bottom of your planter. Space the jugs or containers out so they're not blocking the holes.
Summary: Use collected soda bottles or cans for a low-cost, long-lasting option. Try a smaller inverted pot if you have an extra one. Stand a tall, rectangular wood beam into your planter for a simple choice. Use rocks or broken crockery for a sturdy option. Choose wood chip mulch or pinecones as a lightweight choice. Use Styrofoam packing peanuts if you have them. Try plastic Easter eggs, milk jugs, or containers as a long-lasting choice.