All articles tagged with #adjustment
Paige Madison moved from Vermont to Copenhagen for a dream job, expecting a high quality of life, but found the harsh winters, high costs, social barriers, and feelings of isolation challenging, leading her to leave after two years and realize the importance of community and belonging.
A family moves from a dangerous, busy road to a safer neighborhood, but their children are struggling to adjust to new levels of independence due to lingering fears from their previous environment. Experts advise patience, gradual exposure, and supportive reassurance to help children adapt to their safer surroundings.
The article discusses how aging impacts individuals physically, mentally, and relationally, emphasizing the importance of understanding and supporting aging parents through patience, empathy, and communication, while acknowledging the challenges and resistance that can arise during these transitions.
Tennis legend Monica Seles revealed she has been living with myasthenia gravis since 2022, a neuromuscular autoimmune disease causing muscle weakness and double vision, which has significantly impacted her daily life. She discussed her ongoing adjustments and resilience, drawing parallels to her past life resets after moving to the U.S. and recovering from a stabbing incident, emphasizing the importance of adaptation.
Ravens kicker Justin Tucker, known as one of the NFL's best, has missed seven field goals this season, raising concerns about his performance. Despite this, the Ravens support him, and Tucker believes he can correct his aim, particularly to avoid missing left. He successfully adjusted during a recent game, and while his track record gives him some leeway, continued struggles may test the team's faith in him.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Dodgers' pitching investment, is learning to adjust to Major League Baseball after a rocky start, including concerns about tipping his pitches and struggling with command. He made mid-stream mechanics adjustments during spring training that backfired, but has since reverted to a more familiar approach from his successful years in Japan. Despite nerves, he has shown promise in his second start and is set to face new challenges as he continues to acclimate to the MLB.
Shohei Ohtani's baserunning mistake during his home debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers led to immediate discussions with coaches and teammates, highlighting his commitment to learning and adjusting to his new team. Despite recent off-field controversies, Ohtani's interactions with the team have been positive, and he has been praised for his engagement and integration into the roster. Additionally, Ohtani has started a throwing program as part of his continued recovery from Tommy John surgery.
A new mother shares her struggle with missing her child-free life and feeling guilty about it, despite desperately wanting and trying to conceive. She recounts the challenges of adjusting to motherhood, experiencing postpartum depression, and feeling resentful towards her baby. Over time, she comes to terms with her feelings, acknowledging that it's okay to miss her old life while still deeply loving her daughter.
The Chicago White Sox want rookie right fielder Oscar Colas to dial down his intensity level and play at a more controlled volume, as he has been struggling at the plate since returning from Triple A Charlotte. The team's focus is on helping Colas control the strike zone and avoid chasing pitches. Colas, one of the franchise's top prospects, won the right fielder's job in the offseason but was sent down in May due to his hitting performance. Left-hander Garrett Crochet also returned from his rehab assignment with shoulder inflammation, while Andrew Vaughn's bone bruise kept him out of the starting lineup for the third straight day. Joe Kelly is expected to return from the injured list soon.
Yankees rookie Anthony Volpe fixed his hitting slump by adjusting his batting stance after reviewing his at-bats from last year with teammate Austin Wells on an iPad during an off-day. Volpe returned to his old batting stance in Tuesday's game against the Mets and hit two doubles, nearly homered, and drove in a key run in the Yankees' comeback victory. The adjustment raised his average from .186 to .191. Despite recent struggles, Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed confidence in Volpe's talent, work habits, and baseball IQ.