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My name is Tammy Stoner, and I am a licensed clinical social worker, and trained family therapist.

There were a number of years that I left the health care profession, and owned and operated multiple businesses. I have experience working in the private,

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Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Media frenzy: Anna Nicole Smith's death receives disproportionate news coverage: 2 of 86
Anna Nicole Smith's death fascinates me. For one reason, the public reaction to the death is as intense as the death itself. The public craves to know why, and how she died. We want to blame something. A sudden death leaves people with many unanswered questions, and it can affect grieving for years. The idea that a death can ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Insights Finding spiritual peace in a tough economy: 2 of 51
Do you remember when you were a child in school, and drills were conducted just in case earthquakes, fires, or tornadoes happened? The school prepared you to be ready for the sudden, unexpected winds of change.Today, we face an unexpected economic downturn, not witnessed since the great depression, and as the clouds of uncert... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: What my dog means to me: 17 of 429
Sandy appeared at my door, a one-pound Cock-A-Pooh, only seven weeks old. An Obstetrician delivered him to me as a gift. Obstetricians are in business of delivering babies, not dogs, and while a "dog" showed up, the doctor "really" delivered a "baby".I named him Sandy after the obstetrician. I have taken tremendous flack for ... More..
Education > Standardized Tests Should the SAT be abolished for college admissions decisions?: 1 of 19
The SAT should be abolished as a method of determining admission into college. It is a poor indicator of how well somebody performs in college. I base my argument on personal experience. In 1975, my parents divorced, and I took the SAT at that time. At the time, my concentration was poor, my sleep erratic, and I didn't care a... More..
Personal Finance > Financial Planning How to grow your net worth: 1 of 18
There are multiple experts available to teach you how to grow your net worth. They will tell you to begin planning for your retirement when you are young, take advantage of company 401K plans, invest in IRA's, and eliminate your debt. All of these tips make sense and are helpful to increasing your net worth.However I would li... More..
Health & Fitness > Therapy & Counseling How couples counseling can save a marriage: 1 of 17
The marriage is troubled, attractions that led to the marital union have waned, and one or both of you are considering divorce. In one last effort you seek couples counseling, hoping that you can salvage the marriage. Can it help? Will it help? How will it help us with this problem?Each of you entered this marriage as unique ... More..
Travel > United States Hidden surfing towns: Best places to avoid the crowd: 1 of 17
"Everybody's gone surfing, surfing USA," a popular line from the Beach Boys song, appealed to surfers across the world, and drew attention to a small town, located on the Northern California coast, named Santa Cruz California.After the Beach Boys published the song, the secret of Santa Cruz, as a hideaway beach town disappear... More..
Jobs & Careers > Employers Diversity in the workplace: Its meaning: 2 of 32
Diversity in the workplace, is recognizing, appreciating, and utilizing the unique talents and contributions of all individuals. Considering diversity at work, is broader than just considering race and gender, as it considers many of the ways people differ from each other.Not only are age, and gender considered when consideri... More..
Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss Grief: Unique to each, common to all: 1 of 16
I thought I was well trained in grief. After all, I lost a husband at age 35 suddenly and unexpectedly. No reason, no explanation, and no time to say goodbye. I thought I was well versed in the subject of grief as I lectured on the television, radio, and in classes throughout the United States on the subject of teen suicide. ... More..
Business > Sales Tips for building your sales pipeline in today's economy: 4 of 63
Challenging times lead to changing opportunities when proper steps happen. You can take immediate steps to unclog pipes, to keep sales flowing.Top Ten Tips To Thrive Through Tough Times1. Create a visionIf you don't know where you are going, how will you know when you get there? It all begins with a vision of how you want thi... More..