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He's very stubborn and focused, so getting him to change wouldn't be the easiest thing to do. —Worried DEAR WORRIED » It is not your job to police your father. Realistically, aside from registering your concern to him and your mother, there is little you can practically do to get him to change. Eating disorders are linked to addictive behav- iors — the person with the disorder becomes addicted to feeling a cer- tain way and obsessively clings to the feeling of control that comes from limiting food. One concern is how this disordered eating is creeping into the rest of your household. If your father is truly limiting the pets' food, then the pets should be placed in a safer environment. Unlike people, animals cannot al- ways fend for themselves. You should speak with both of your parents about this, not offer- ing solutions but simply being honest about your concern. Start with this: "Dad, I'm worried about you." DEAR AMY» I'm sitting in a coffee shop next to a woman who has been on her cellphone the entire time, talking loudly and showing no respect for my privacy. I came in here to read and not be disrupted by someone invading my space. This is no long er rel axi ng a nd I am not ready to leave. Whose right is it? What should be done? — Linda in Michigan DEAR LINDA » The person making the call isn't re- specting her own privacy. I think we've all listened to others reveal personal and business information through overhearing loud phone conversations. Some places have rules about cellphone use. If this place does, you should ask the manager to intervene. Otherwise, I think it's acceptable to interrupt and ask the person, "Could you lower your voice, please? We can all hear you." Daughter worried that father struggles with eating disorder (You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@tribune.com. You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or "like" her on Facebook. Amy Dickinson's mem- oir, "The Mighty Queens of Freeville: A Mother, a Daughter and the Town that Raised Them" (Hyperion), is available in bookstores.) Amy Dickinson Ask Amy Sudoku Instructions:Theobjectistoplacethe numbers1to9intheemptysquaresso thateachrow,eachcolumnandeach 3x3boxcontainsthenumberonlyonce. AnswertoPreviousPuzzle CelebrityCipher ByLuisCampos Instructions:CelebrityCiphercryptogramsarecreatedfromquotationsbyfamouspeople, pastandpresent.Eachletterinthecipherstandsforanother. NEACrossword Cancer(June21-July22) — Keep making your work a top priority. If you are too concerned about personal woes, your job performance will suffer. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Strive to reach your goals in order to be able to afford that dream vacation. If you give yourself the proper incentive, you will do your best. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Don't get drawn into a situation with a co-worker that could compromise your position. Keep things on a professional level and take care of responsibilities. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Someone who depends on you will be resentful of the time you spend away from home. Try to balance your devotion to group involvements and family duties. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Job uncertainties will bring you down. Send out your resume or answer online job postings. Career consultants can provide you with knowledge and advice regarding your chosen field. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — A poor self-image will hold you back. Make personal improvements that will help boost your confidence and add to your skill set. It's up to you to build a solid base. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Keep your mind on your work. Your employer will notice if you are distracted or unable to concentrate on the job at hand. Your willingness to go above and beyond will bring rewards. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Let your compassionate and selfless nature shine through. You are a kind and giving indi- vidual, and you will find a great deal of satisfaction in helping others. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Don't be too quick to offer unsolicited advice. If you are diligent and keep quiet until you are asked for your point of view, you will have a better chance to advance. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Don't keep your ideas to yourself. You are an expressive speaker who commands atten- tion and can make a difference. Take a leadership position, and others will follow you. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Prepare to get into a straight- forward talk with someone who influences your money matters. Take a close look at joint financial arrangements and make the necessary changes to avoid loss. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Someone will send you mixed signals. Be patient, and keep the discussions going until you fig- ure out what's going on. A hasty assumption will lead to trouble. 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