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Read more about the article How do I deal with solvable worries?
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Mental health

How do I deal with solvable worries?

If the worry is solvable, start brainstorming. Make a list of all the possible solutions you can think of. Try not to get too hung up on finding the perfect solution. Focus on the things you have the power to change, rather than the circumstances or realities beyond your control. After you’ve evaluated your options, make a plan of action. Once you have a plan and start doing something about the problem, you’ll feel much less worried.

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January 25, 2012
Read more about the article What is a mortgage?
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Finance and money

What is a mortgage?

A mortgage is a loan you take out to buy property, if you did not have enough money to buy the house in full at the time of purchase. The lender (usually a bank or building society) holds the deeds of the house as a guarantee of payment until you have repaid the loan in full with interest, and you live in the house as if you fully owned it.

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January 23, 2012
Positive change

Recognise what you have in common with others

Instead of recognising the differences between yourself and others, recognise what you have in common. We all need food, shelter, and love. We crave attention, recognition, affection, and above all, happiness.

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January 22, 2012
Personal safety

If you smell gas you can call somebody out

If you smell gas, call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999 to speak to a trained operator who will take all the details and advise on action – either for you to do or they may send an engineer to investigate. The service operates free callout throughout the UK*. Don’t flip electrical switches, and do turn the gas off at the meter if you can.

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January 21, 2012
Read more about the article Distinguish between solvable and unsolvable worries
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Anxiety/Stress / Mental health

Distinguish between solvable and unsolvable worries

Productive, solvable worries are those you can take action on right away (for example, if you’re worried about your grades, you could speak to your teacher to see how you can improve). Unproductive, unsolvable worries are those for which there is no corresponding action (“What if I get cancer someday?” or “What if my children get into an accident?”).

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January 20, 2012
Tips

How to tidy your house quickly

To tidy your house quickly, you need a bin-bag and a basket. Taking one room at a time, put the rubbish in the bag and put whatever doesn’t belong in the room into the basket. Then go to the next room, unload anything from the basket that belongs in this room, and load anything in that doesn’t.

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January 18, 2012
Employment

Working during term time

During term time 13-16 year olds may work a maximum of 12 hours per week: a maximum of two hours on school days and Sundays, and a maximum of five hours on Saturdays for 13 to 14 year olds, or eight hours for 15 to 16 year olds.

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January 16, 2012