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DEAR DEIDRE: I CANNOT see eye to eye with my son and the constant rowing is really getting me down. My wife says we are both as bad as each other and very similar. I’m 47 and my son is 13. Recently, he’s started getting really cheeky and answering me back on every issue. I have to ask him several times to do one thing, which drives me mad. I would admit that we are pretty similar, we’re both stubborn, hot-headed and short-tempered. I’d love to be calmer and more zen but no matter how well intentioned I am by the end of the day we have normally had at least one horrible shouting match where neither of us listens and both of us shouts. My wife got really upset today. She says the atmosphere in the house is really getting her down. She’s told me I’ve got to get a grip of my temper or she’s going to leave me. She told me I’m setting a bad example and she doesn’t want our son brought up in an unhappy environment. We recently had a horrible fight after my son barged past me and I shoved him up against the wall, all because he refused to come off his phone and do some homework. He is so unreasonable but in truth I lose my temper too quickly. How can I become more measured? MORE FROM DEAR DEIDRE NO BOUNDARIES My girlfriend's sister has become the third person in our relationship DEIDRE'S STORIES Sasha can't believe she's been rejected and blames herself DEIDRE SAYS: It takes a lot of courage to admit that you haven’t got it right, and even more to ask for help so that is a great step. This is encouraging and the fact you want to make changes is important. I can feel the frustration building in your letter and do understand how annoyed you get when your son doesn’t listen. If the phone is a major issue in your home, introduce phone-free times and zones to give everyone a break from the all-consuming mobiles. We know phones and social media lure kids in and they can find it really hard to regulate their usage without clear rules and boundaries. Your son is at an age where he’s really going to start pushing back and trying the boundaries so it’s important to be really clear and consistent as a couple. Before things escalate out of control, tell your son that you will speak to him when he is calm and when he has stopped shouting. By firmly and calmly putting your foot down you’ll take the volatility out of the situation and will certainly find a resolution far quicker. Get in touch with the Dear Deidre team Every problem gets a personal reply from one of our trained counsellors. Fill out and submit our easy-to-use and confidential form and the Dear Deidre team will get back to you. You can also send a private message on the DearDeidreOfficial Facebook page or email us at: deardeidre@the-sun.co.uk“ Yellowstone ” season 5 has returned, and the season is racing toward its explosive series finale, which is already only a few weeks away. How to watch “Yellowstone” for free What will likely be the biggest show of 2024 is airing another episode on Sunday, Dec. 1 , which will be the 4th episode of part 2 of its 5th season. The episode is entitled “ Counting Coup ,” and according to its vague, ominous description, Rip will request assistance from a friend in Texas, and the Bunkhouse will take a hard look at the road ahead. The episode will be available to watch on Philo , Sling TV , Fubo TV , and DirecTV Stream as it airs. Each of these services offers free trials, while Sling offers 50% off the first month. Here’s the information you’ll need to watch a free live stream of “Yellowstone” online without cable. Read More: When will ‘Yellowstone’ season 5 be on Peacock? 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The series follows an intense — and often violent — border dispute in Montana between the Dutton family cattle ranch, a group of encroaching land developers, and a Native American reservation. As the series progresses, its scope expands with the Dutton family trying to assert their dominance in the arena of state politics. The series stars Kevin Costner, Wes Bentley, Kelly Reilly, Luke Grimes, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille, Brecken Merrill, Forrie J. Smith, and Gil Birmingham, among others. Here’s a look at “Yellowstone,” courtesy of Paramount Network’s official YouTube channel: Where can I watch the “Yellowstone” spinoffs? Where can I watch “1923′′ and “1883?” The sole season of “1883′′ is only available on Paramount Plus . There is nowhere else to watch the series. The same is true of “1923.” You can sign up for Paramount Plus on the streaming service’s website . Currently, Paramount Plus features two subscription plans : a “limited commercials” option for $6 per month ($60 annually), and a premium “no commercials” option for $12 per month ($120 annually). You can try out either tier with a full 7-day free trial . Paramount Plus will also be the home of upcoming “Yellowstone” spinoffs such as “1944,” the sequel to “1923,” and present-day spinoff “6666.” How to watch Yellowstone “Yellowstone” won’t be on Paramount Plus any time soon. Here’s how to watch Season 5’s new episodes (for free) How to watch ‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 Episode 10 (for free) in case you missed it live How to watch the 'Yellowstone' premiere (for free) in case you missed it live How to get 38% off Peacock before “Yellowstone” returns When does season 5 of ‘Yellowstone’ start? Our journalism needs your support. Please subscribe today to NJ.com . Joseph Rejent covers TV, writing about live television, streaming services and cord-cutting. 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Greens launch push for ACT to adopt housing as a human rightThe Cync Reveal HD+ Undercabinet lights by GE Lighting are available in 3-inch pucks at $85 for a 3-pack and 12-, 18-, and 24-inch bars starting at $60. They're easy to install, with plug-in and hardwired installation options, and work reliably with third-party voice integrations. While I didn't have issues with the puck lights, the light bar often disconnects from Wi-Fi, staying on all night instead of following the preset schedule. Because hate is a strong word, I tend to say that I severely dislike my kitchen. It's dingy and dark, so I always look for ways to brighten it up. After DIYing a new backsplash and changing all of my recessed lighting, which wasn't enough, I added some undercabinet lights – but not just any lights. I went with the Cync GE Reveal HD+ undercabinet lights and can confidently say I'll never try string lights for this again. Also: This smart floor lamp is one of my favorite smart home accessories and it's 20% off GE Lighting, a Savant Company, launched these Cync undercabinet lights about a year ago, and I've had them in my kitchen for a few months. They're easy to install and perform exactly as advertised, giving my kitchen some much-needed illumination. I have mine running on a schedule each morning and each night, when we're making breakfast and getting the kids ready for school and then while prepping dinner. They work with Alexa and Google for seamless voice control, so I can always ask one of these assistants to turn them on whenever I need extra light. Cync Reveal HD+ Undercabinet lights by GE Lighting The Cync Reveal HD+ Undercabinet lights by GE Lighting are a fantastic way to upgrade your kitchen for more visual appeal and the convenience of extra cooking light. With millions of color possibilities, these lights also provide ambiance for parties or according to your mood. Installation was easier than I expected. The lights are available as pucks or light bars, with millions of color possibilities and plug-in or hardwired installation options. Since I didn't have existing undercabinet lights, I plugged them in. The pucks include a reference template to drill small holes where you need them. You use the 3M backing to position each one; then, you can use the included screws to secure them. The light bar requires only the captive screws to install, so all you do is screw it in and set it up on the Cync app. You can link additional fixtures to the pucks and light bar totaling up to 500 watts, which is convenient considering that the 12-inch bar is 13 watts and each 3-inch puck is 5 watts. You can control each light individually or as a group, no matter how many you have. I set up one puck on a small cabinet by the stove, five pucks linked together above my kitchen prepping area, and one 24-inch light bar above the coffee area. I mostly control the lights as a group to turn the whole kitchen on or off, though I sometimes ask Alexa to turn on a specific one. So, I named each light after what is inside the cabinet above it. Also: I tested Roomba's most functional robot vacuum yet, and it's worth every penny Since installing these lights, I've enjoyed being in the kitchen more. The space feels brighter and fresher when the lights are on, and the extra light is helpful while cooking. The lights simply make my kitchen look good. I've set them up on a schedule to come on for two hours each morning and then again for two hours in the evening. The only issue I've encountered is that the light bar sometimes disconnects from my home Wi-Fi, so I have to turn it off manually on the app (which uses Bluetooth to connect) or ask Alexa to do it when the light reconnects. Otherwise, the light bar sometimes misses its signal to turn itself off and stays on overnight, which we only notice when we return downstairs for the morning rush. This could be a problem with this individual light bar, however, since it's not a common complaint from buyers. Also: This magical light projector is the smart home accessory I didn't know I needed The light bar features end-to-end lights, which produce a bright output of up to 750 lumens in a small space with no dark areas. Each puck emits up to 300 lumens, which is plenty bright for under-cabinet lights. With Reveal, a trademarked technology by GE Lighting, the lights filter out dull yellow tons to provide whiter whites and more vibrant colors for clarity and true-to-life colors. You can turn this setting on or off on the Cync app. ZDNET's buying advice The 24-inch Cync Reveal HD+ undercabinet light bar above my coffeemaker. Many people opt for string lights as undercabinet lights, which I've tried before. But testing the Cync Reveal HD+ undercabinet lights by GE Lighting has convinced me never to use a string light in their place. These lights offer the consistency and visual appeal you don't get from string lights. The latter often fall, become detached from their clips, or have lower brightness than the Cync undercabinet lights. Even when reflected off of my shiny granite countertops, the circular lights look much better than a string of LEDs, giving my kitchen a more polished look. Also: This smart light strip is cheaper than Philips Hue but just as magical The fact that the pucks look so good and work so seamlessly with the app and third-party integrations makes them easy to recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their kitchen or improve lighting. 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