Problem: Article: Because you don't know everything about why your parents are arguing, and because you might easily misunderstand something you overhear, it's probably best if you try not to listen in on their fight. Eavesdropping while your parents are fighting will probably just upset you more, when there's a good chance that they will soon work it out. If at all possible, you should try to go somewhere away from where your parents are fighting so that you can relax and let them work it out. For example, you can go to your room and read a book or play a video game, or go play just try to keep being occupied outside the conversation You may not always be able to go to another room or go outside when you're parents start to argue. For example, a lot of parents get stressed out and argue during long car trips. If this happens, you can still try to find a way to tune them out. For example, put your ear-buds in and listen to some relaxing or fun music, or try to focus on a magazine or book. If you don't feel safe when your parents are fighting, if your parents are threatening each other with physical violence, or if someone else is getting hurt, it's very important that you get to a safe place and that you call for help. You may be worried that your parents will be mad at you for involving the police, but remember that it's always better to be safe than sorry, and that it is not your fault that the police were calledit is their fault (totally and completely) for having put you in that difficult position.
Summary: Try not to eavesdrop when your parents argue. Find a calmer place. Try to find a way to escape the fight even if you can't leave. Know when to call the Emergency Services.

Problem: Article: In addition to cutting calories, you can use cardio exercise to help increase your overall calorie burn or deficit for the day. The USDA recommends performing a minimum of 150 minutes of cardiovascular exercises each week, or working out for about 30 minutes five days a week. Aim to do moderate-intensity activities. These are exercises that should cause you to sweat, be slightly out of breath and feel tired when you're finished. Depending on your current fitness level, there may be a variety of activities that could be considered moderate intensity for you. Examples of exercises include walking, jogging/running, swimming, using the elliptical or rowing machine, doing an aerobics class or dancing. You can increase this to 300 minutes weekly if you can. There is no safe upper limit for exercise; however, note that if you're following a very restricted diet or a very low-calorie diet, you may feel too tired to exercise or fatigue quickly when you're exercising. If you notice these side effects be mindful and take care. If you're feeling pain or any discomfort, ease off on the intensity of your exercise. If the pain is severe, seek medical assistance. In addition to cardio exercises, it may also be helpful to increase your baseline activities. These are things you do every day and can increase with minor changes. Baseline activities (like doing household chores or walking to and from your destinations) do not burn many calories by themselves; however, if you ramp up your baseline activity all day long you may see significant increases in your total daily calorie burn. Think about ways you can move more and be more active. This might mean parking farther away from your destination, taking the stairs, standing or doing exercises during TV commercial breaks or standing at your desk. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a newly popular type of exercise. It burns a large quantity of calories in a shorter time and also helps increase your overall metabolic rate. Typical HIIT workouts are shorter in duration than steady cardio (like going for a jog) and involve short bursts of very, very high-intensity activity, followed by short bursts of more moderate-intensity activity. HIIT workouts are typically only geared towards those individuals who are already maintaining a fitness level to support higher-intensity activities or are active on a regular basis. You can do a variety of cardio activities for an HIIT workout. For example, on a treadmill you could alternate between jogging and sprinting or running uphill. Many gyms now offer a steam room or sauna for their customers. This may help you relax and recover from your workout but also support a quick weight loss. As you sweat you may lose excess water weight. This can help the numbers on the scale drop more quickly and may make you feel less bloated. Relax in the steam room for 10 20 minutes. Spending more time than this may cause you to become dehydrated. Be very careful when using the steam room, especially for weight loss. This is not a recommended method for weight loss and should be used with caution. In addition, excess sweating can lead to dehydration which can be dangerous. Always follow a steam room sensation with plenty of hydrating fluids.
Summary: Go for 150 minutes of cardio weekly. Increase your baseline activity. Try HIIT workouts. Recover in the steam room.

Problem: Article: If you are eating a well-balanced diet, she might advise you that taking extra vitamins is not necessary. Consult your doctor about alternatives if the problem of stomach upset from vitamins persists. This will help you not only avoid harming your stomach, but also best help your body. You should never take vitamins without first consulting your doctor. If your diet is consistent or you suffer from a chronic disorder, you may include vitamins to your daily routine to supplement what your body is missing. Vegetarians should consider taking iron daily. This provides protein otherwise found in meats. People living without a lot of natural sunlight, or people who do not go outside regularly, should take Vitamin D. The sun naturally produces this vitamin, but people often lack enough. People who have office jobs or live in a climate without a lot of sunlight are especially at risk for Vitamin D deficiency. If your immune system is suppressed, or if it is flu and cold season, take Vitamin C. Vitamin C is a natural immune booster and can help your body resist illness.
Summary: Ask your doctor if you need to take vitamin supplements if they upset your stomach. Determine the correct type and dosage of vitamins. Know what to take and why.

Problem: Article: You can petsit, babysit, tutor, or do yard work for family friends and neighbors depending on your age if you are old enough. You may not be suited for all that work, so narrow down what you want to do. Even though you may not want to work, remember how much you want that American Girl Doll! In the end it will be worth it. You can't find work without people to work for. Knock on your neighbors' doors and ask family friends if they have any work they need to be done. Be sure to sell yourself as a responsible and hard-working kid. Have a rate in mind, but wait to talk about it. If you do good work, they'll pay you a fair price. Be respectful. Not everybody wants work done. If they don't want to hire you, don't press the issue. Ask your parents before starting, and let them know where you are at all times. Make sure they're in an area where people will see it, like a bulletin board or on a busy street corner. Put your phone number, name, and the work you want to do. Then wait for somebody to call you! Make slips with your number on it so people can take your information on the go. Make your flyer colorful and visually appealing. Pictures and big, bold fonts are good. Convey as much information in as few words as possible. If you get a job, do your best work. The better your work, the more they'll pay you and the more likely they are to ask for you again. Hopefully word will spread and soon enough everybody will be asking for you!
Summary:
Decide what kind of work you'd be willing to do. Ask around to find people to work for. Post flyers in your neighborhood. Do your job!