I have a five year old that keeps running away from me?
If you run after her, it becomes a game. I know it's difficult, especially in public, but try not to make a big thing about it. You are right, she sees it as funny watching her demented mum making a fool of herself chasing after her! I used to say to mine 'bye, send me a postcard..' and mummy I very often stayed put, but made sure I could always actually see them, but they soon learnt that mummy would not chase after them, and so the 'fun' element was taken away. This may help. I once read in a psychology helpbook, that a secure child will wander from it's parents, because it is secure in it's own identity. As long as the child can see the parent, and will periodically check they are still there, then it is a way for them to explore their world. However, an insecure child will cling, afraid of venturing alone into the world. Take comfort that she feels secure, but by running after her and making a scene only turns into a game. By 'letting her go' as I said by saying 'goodbye' (in a fun way, if you get my drift), then the fear of abandonment should kick in and make her think twice. Neither of mine really did the 'run off 'thing much, but I NEVER chased after them like some lapdog. I know it's a sore temptation, but do try this new idea.
How can I stop drifting off while reading?
Several things might be causing you to “drift off” while reading. I read a lot and I also write a lot of fiction and non-fiction.If I drift off while reading, it is usually because the material is poorly written or not interesting. Or, it’s because I’m tired. Or, I’ve been breathing too slowly to oxygenate my blood. Or, I’ve recently eaten a meal with a large percentage of fat. Fat in a meal will put you to sleep.If the material is interesting and well written, if breathing deeply and getting up to move my muscles to restore oxygen to my blood doesn’t fix the problem, then I conclude I’m too tired to read. If that’s the case, it’s time to do something else or go to sleep.Taking breaks. Pacing or walking outside are great ways to reinvigorate the body and mind.All the best,Gary, Founder ScamAvenger.com
What happens if I run away while on probation?
If you run away while on probation & dont show up at probation office when your supposed to they will issue a warrant for your arrest Get stopped by a police officer for anything they will see warrant & arrest you. You will be charged with a breach & spend remaining time of probation sentence in jail or juvie. Warrants never go away until they are dealt with.
Stop a horse from running out in the arena?
Heh, this sounds familiar. I spent 3 months of my life on this issue except it was a mulberry tree instead of a fence. First lesson of horse riding. Even if the horse is being bad, calling him a bad horse doesn't do a thing. You can only change what you're doing. Try to focus on that while he's driving you up a wall. As soon as you become angry/upset, you've already lost. If you can't keep yourself calm, get off the horse before you do anymore damage to your relationship with him. At least take a couple minutes to get your emotions under control. Your horse is just as frustrated as you are. Something you're doing (likely with your reins) is irritating and confusing him, leading to him lashing out and avoiding your commands. He doesn't think you're treating him right. When I had this problem, the heart of the issue ended up being two things. I was crossing my inside rein over my gelding's neck, which puts more torque on his mouth and sends a confusing signal, and my outside rein was too loose, creating a hole to that side that he could drift into. The only cure was me learning to use my reins correctly and consistency until he got over the issue. You've probably already created a "thing," and getting over it will take time. If how you're not communicating clearly with him with your reins, then shortening them will only make the issue worse. While you're working on this, remember that you're not punishing your horse, you're with communicating him. He's just letting you know that something about the way you're communicating isn't working for him. Try walking past the area on a loose rein. Gradually practice with it shorter, and see if you can figure out what triggers the issue. Then go do the same process with the trot and the canter. If you can't figure it out, have your trainer or someone else who's skilled watch you. Be very patient, and if he starts drifting out, don't use your inside rein. Instead just keep your outside leg on him, and encourage him forward. With persistance, he'll eventually quit trying to duck out on you. Good luck! I've been there, tears and swearing and all. Now that same horse and I get along wonderfully with no semblance of the old problem, so you can get through this with him.