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Adult Daughter
Asked by C.S. from New York
on October 17, 2012
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My adult daughter will not return my phone calls. For the past two years I have not recieved birthday cards or Mother's Day cards. She did call me this year and wished...
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- perhaps, after a lifetime of angst with you, she has realized she no longer has to bear the guilt she feels you bring down upon her. That is what I am reading in your...
- Your daughter gave you a big clue about why she's not returning your calls. "I'm not going to make her feel guilty." Making her feel guilty may not be your intent bu...
- You are not commenting on why she's angry. Without that, no one can really help. Even with that, it will only be your side. I assume you know why she's angry. What...
Work from Home
Asked by T.L. from Sacramento
on July 29, 2010
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I would love to work at home from my computer. Any suggestions on where to look for a job?
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- I've been working from home since about March. One thing that I've really enjoyed about working with this team is the training and encouragment I get from everyone I'...
- I am a WAHM and I will admit this summer has been a challenge with the kids. I am building my business so did not have the extras to send to camps etc this summer. S...
- I work full time outside the home but also recently started building my own business. If you are interested, I would be happy to share the details. www.WorkAtHomeU...
Seeking Real at Home Job!
Asked by M.B. from Dallas
on July 24, 2010
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Hi everyone , I'm seeking a real at home job . Does anyone know of any ????? Please help! Do to some family reasons , at home work is the best option for my family and...
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- I'm with a company called Homemade Gourmet and there is no scheme about it. I am able to stay at home with my 2 year old son, make money and put FAST and EASY to prep...
- I have my own business in an MLM and it is both "real" and legitimate." Here is the link to a video explaining a little bit about what I do: http://healinghappens....
- Right after my daughters (twins) were born I wanted to spend time with them and I did some telemarketing from home. I didn't have to sell anything. I called and set ...
Expenses of a Teen with No Job
Asked by D.H. from Los Angeles
on April 15, 2008
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I have a senior in high school and she has not gotten a job though we have encoraged her since she was 16 years old...two years ago. Her activities at school and churc...
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- Well if she doesn't have time to work in the public sector then maybe she needs to work off her debts with you and the rest of the family. Maybe she can do odds and en...
- I have a 15 year old daughter and She is very active at school. She doesn't pay for those activites either. Lately my husband lost his job and we have begun to say no ...
- Now a days, applying for a job is so easy and convenient, Online. CVS Pharmacy, Kmart, Sears, etc... My daughter got her job this way at age 16 and has been working fo...
18 Year Old Daughter
Asked by A.M. from Columbus
on August 29, 2010
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Hi,
My 18 year old daughter is sleeping overnight with a boyfriend. I have told her that this is not acceptable to me and that it is definetly not ladylike. She to...
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- First of all using terms like "tramp" is NOT appropriate for any mother to use. While your daughter's behavior at this age is not acceptable you need to realize at thi...
- Okay A., After reading the responses you got I have to say this.....especially to the Mom's that seem to think an 18 year old having sex is a major offense. How many ...
- The day that any of my kids, who are living under my roof, thinks its ok to stay the night at a boyfriends/girlfriends home will have their bags packed waiting for the...
Adult Child Issues
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on April 18, 2011
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Hi Moms,
When does an adult child, mine for instance he is 20 become responsible for their own choices?? My son who is 20 years old almost 21 lives with his dad ...
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- How about tell him he can live there when he gets a FT job and/or enrolls in school? Seriously, I'm all about second chances and there may be a little of him seekin...
- If it were me, I would tell my son what day the move would be on and he would have to come up with his own arrangements by then. He is an adult, this is HIS problem. N...
- if you take him in lay ground rules, he has to have a job by this date, he has to pay X amount of rent by this date, he has to follow these house rules and have him si...
18 Year Old, the Job Hunt, and Hair Length
Asked by K.D. from Raleigh
on September 30, 2010
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My 18 year old son has graduated from high school. He is taking a class at a Tech school but also wants a job. He has been looking ever since he graduated and hasn't h...
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- Birds of a feather flock together. See who is already working at a particular store, do they look similar to your son. What is the culture at the company? If you only ...
- Well, as an employer myself I do look at how applicants present themselves, I do have a problem with long hair, only because in our line of work may be a hazard. I goo...
- Appearance could be part of it. He also needs to try be self assured and friendly. How often is he following up on his applications? My son went through this and the...
Seeking Advice About Adult Daughter
Asked by A.M. from Washington DC
on January 25, 2013
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My adult daughter (30) lives with her boyfriend over 800 miles away. It's not a question of me not accepting her boyfriend because I do. I have visited her a couple ...
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- You should go talk to a therapist. Sounds like you might be a bit depressed since she moved out. It will make you feel better. And it will also help you determine h...
- As the mother of an adult child, I suggest that you're trying too hard and are making contact too often. Feels like bombardment to me. I suggest that she's busy makin...
- Wish I had good advice to give, but unfortunately our family is having a similar situation with my older sister and I don't know what to tell you. Everyone has gon...
18-Year-old Son Not Interested in Getting a Job
Asked by D.V. from Dallas
on April 29, 2009
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My 18 yo son is about to graduate and thinks, with his senior schedule, it would be too stressful to get a part-time job. He has had the same job on Saturdays for fiv...
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- Where does he get the money for gas, dates, etc. I don't have a teenager, but if I did, they would get a small allowance (for good grades and chores) and that's it. Th...
- I don't think you need to push him into getting a job, just cut off the money supply for everything except gas. I would give hime a specific amount each week in gas m...
- Well, we are only a few weeks away from school being out, so honestly, I might let it go until the summer comes, but he should be out scouting summer jobs right now. T...
How Do I Get My 19-Year Old Son to Get a Job?
Asked by L.G. from San Francisco
on September 16, 2008
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Hello there mamas,
I am writing to get advice for a friend of mine who has a 19-year old son living at home and is not trying hard to get a job. My friend is so frus...
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- Sorry... but im looking at this as he is ONLY 19 years old! He is going to school. I would never make my son move out at that age. Encourage him to get a part time j...
- There are many unknowns about this particular family. There could be things that have been going on for years that may be causing, guilt, depression, indifference for...
- Hi Rose - Have your friend call or email me. I am a neurodiversity/career counselor who works primarily with teens who are having a hard time launching for one reas...
