Dear Rose,
Maybe you can help me know what is wrong. My wife says that I am the worst pessimist that she knows. I think that I am being realistic. It seems important for the security of our family to watch for things that may be wrong. She says that I am a miserable person to live with because I always see the worst case scenario. What do you think?
Cynical Sam

Dear Sam,
This may seem rough, but at least you and your wife are talking. It is extremely important to a man that his family be secure. That shows the love you have for them. You are to be commended for that. It could be that you go just a bit too far with it. It is one thing to be wary, another to be so super-negative that you can’t see hardly any good. Work on a balance. Try to say three to 10 good things for every bad thing. It will take a conscious effort but will also have the affect of making you a happier man.

Dear Rose,
I am broke all the time. It seems like I might just get caught up and then something else happens. I am so tired of being poor. Got any advice?
Broke Bloke

Dear Broke,
There are many churches in Sevier County who are offering free financial counseling. There are also non-profit agencies that work with local people in East Tennessee. Call the local Department of Human Services for further information.

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