Elaine Doxie
Survivor of domestic violence and mother of 5 beautiful children, ranging from 3 to 19. Now married to a wonderful man who encourages me to follow my dream of becoming a writer, and make it a reality.
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Early Identification of the NarcissistNarcissists are easy to identify after you've been in their destructive path, but not so much when your relationship is new and fresh.
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The Luxuries You Can't Live Without and How to Afford ThemEvery family needs a few luxuries to get by, even in hard times. Here are some easy ways to make those little luxuries more affordable.
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How to Survive on a Poverty Level IncomeIt may seem impossible with a less than poverty level income, but with a little bit of careful planning and just a few small sacrifices, you will find that it is possible to survive even when your income drops.
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Handling a Child's Misbehavior in PublicIf only all children behaved like the angels we know them to be in public. Unfortunately, whether they are just having a bad day, or a bad week, they all misbehave occasionally. Here is how to handle it when they do.
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Good Grooming Habits for ChildrenIt is important to teach your children good grooming habits. Here are some tips and tricks as to how to do so.
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Habits that Mothers May Have to Give UpOften as mothers, we don't think about the silly little things that we may have to give up like privacy, and the right to be embarrassed. Here is a fun look at some of the things that mothers give up.
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Sensible DisciplineComedians have joked about it. Parents have gotten themselves into trouble over it. I'm talking about child discipline. Here are a few tips for keeping your sanity and keeping your kids in line.
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GaslightingGaslighting is the worst form of emotional abuse you could possibly encounter because it causes you to doubt your very perception of reality.
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ADD/ADHD: Disability or Untapped Ability?ADD is a common disorder among both school-age children and adults, and often thought of as a disability, but do those with this condition actually have abilities that we fail to recognize?
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Fairytale Bedroom Without a Nightmare BudgetBuild a fairytale bedroom for your little princess without losing sleep over the cost.
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Bullying: When Bullies Don't Grow UpSome people think they are justified in bullying others, but there is never any justification for bullying.
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Losing Weight when You Hate DietsIt's hard to stay on a diet, but these tips are not dieting and can help you lose without feeling deprived.
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From the Bitter ExThe bitter ex has a very bad reputation, but is it always deserved? When dealing with an ex, follow the golden rule.
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Red Flags of AbuseAbuse may be difficult to pinpoint, but there are red flags that should get people thinking about it.
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Solutions for Child Support ReformCustodial parents complain about deadbeats. Non-custodial parents rights are being violated. Fairness in enforcement is the only way to salve this problem.
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Portrait of AbuseOne woman's struggle through an abusive relationship. Why she didn't just leave.
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Why Men Abuse WomenWhile there are many theories as to the underlying reasons for abuse, they mostly do it because they know they can get away with it.
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Child Support Enforcement-- Not for the ChildrenChild support may be for the children, but current enforcement tactics are not. We need to rethink these tactics, and help, not hurt our children.
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Confessions of a DeadbeatCustodial parents often spend so much time complaining about not receiving child support that they forget what a privilege it is to be a parent.
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Gaslighting in Custody BattlesGaslighting is a term used to describe the act of making someone doubt their own memories and ultimately their sanity. It is often used in ugly custody battles to take custody away from a fit parent.
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Narcissist Vs Low Self-esteem in CourtThe victim of a narcissist needs to be taken into consideration because of low self-esteem.
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Domestic Violence by Proxy vs. Parental Alienation SyndromeLoving mothers are locked out of their children's lives by former abusers more often than we'd like to admit.
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Unfair Debt Collection PracticesDebt collectors ignore the law all too often. They need to be made to face the music when they do.
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Common Tactics of AbusersSome of the tactics that an abuser might use to maintain control of his victim.
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Recovering from Emotional AbuseRecovering from emotional abuse can be almost as hard as going through it. Here are some strategies to help you cope and recover.
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Domestic Abuse and Family CourtThis is to help those who work in the family court system to recognize the signs of domestic violence.
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The Saddest ChristmasI lost my children for the holidays. A story of a mother's grief.
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Earning RespectIs respect a right or a privilege? What do we have to do to earn it?
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The True Cost of Custody LitigationThe children are the ones that pay the price when parents can't stay out of court.
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Strengthening Your Marriage: Little Things Mean a LotWe all want to build string relationships. These tips will help to strengthen your marriage.
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Easing Your Spouse's StressEasing your spouse's stress will ultimately ease your stress, and your marriage will be stronger for it.
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Protecting Noncustodial Parent's RightsIt's time to protect the rights of the noncustodial parent, and by doing so, ultimately protect our children.
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Motivating YourselfHow to keep yourself motivated when the job search seems hopeless.
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A Budget Friendly ChristmasThis is a guide for those of us that have little time, little talent and little budget, but a lot of gifts that we wish to give out.
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Inexpensive Halloween CostumesHow to have a fun halloween costume without breaking the bank.
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Emotional Abuse and ChildrenEmotional abuse does no always stop when the divorce is finalized. It can continue and needs to be recognized and stopped.
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Toddlers at DisneylandTaking toddlers to Disneyland can be a challenge. Here are some fun tips to help them and you, have a fun and enjoyable day.
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Child Support Laws that Make SenseWhere is the common sense in child support law? Is it really for the children or simply vengeance by a vindictive ex-spouse?