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A story about one man's decision to walk away, leaving behind the world he knew in exchange for a life filled with hope, meaning, and possibility. Along his journey he encouraged people to share with others, travel light, take one step at a time, and the world will change when you change your mind; each step you take can light the way, to brighter skies and a brand new day. YouTube Video of this Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/QAOH9MWrOvY website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

This is a fictional story of a man who, after losing everything, finds himself living in a homeless camp. Struggling with despair, his life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters an elderly musician playing an old guitar. This Podcast on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/xj-zEmoRny0 website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

Koko, the Ukulele Playing Chimpanzee's adventure to save the African Elephants “Skies of Hope” on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7jEij7j4B1U “Jungle Serenade” on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8we3audfvV4 Two Organizations helping African Elephants: Save the Elephants at their website: https://savetheelephants.org. Save the Elephants is a leading organization dedicated to securing a future for African elephants. Founded by renowned zoologist Iain Douglas-Hamilton, Save the Elephants combines world-class scientific research with a deep connection to local communities. They specialize in elephant behavior, intelligence, and long-distance movement studies, applying this knowledge to conservation challenges. Save the Elephant's innovative approaches include high-tech tracking for landscape planning and low-tech solutions like beehive fences to reduce human-elephant conflict. Elephant Crisis Fund at their website: https://elephantcrisisfund.org. The Elephant Crisis Fund, a joint initiative of Save the Elephants and the Wildlife Conservation Network, provides rapid, catalytic funding to the most effective projects aimed at stopping the killing of elephants, thwarting traffickers, and ending the demand for ivory. With a 100% donation model, every dollar contributed goes directly to carefully vetted, urgent actions across Africa. The Elephant Crisis Fund's approach allows it to identify and support the most promising elephant conservation efforts continent-wide. =============================== website: https://oportuno.org =========================== DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

Paquito and Evander are two wandering musicians. On their respective journeys, what began as strangers meeting by chance blossomed into a friendship through the power of music. Experience their adventures, profound conversations, and how their melodies spread joy wherever they roam. This fictional story is a celebration of human connection and the pursuit of dreams. Timeline: 00:00 - Introduction 00:54 - Story, “Two Travelers” 12:51 - Music “Happy New Day” 16:57 - Music “Sonata Errante” Music Attribution: Stephen K. Donnelly for the Harmonica and Mandolin Music: Fiver: https://www.fiverr.com/tenvolt? Tenvolt: http://tenvolt.com website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission at no additional cost to you.

Koko, a talented ukulele player, gives a young chimpanzee named Congo, a ukulele, and teaches him how to play the ukulele. Years later, their paths cross again, and Koko invites Congo to perform alongside him at the Bamboo Bungalow marking the beginning of an extraordinary musical partnership that spreads uplifting jungle serenades far and wide. YouTube Video of this Podcast: https://youtu.be/_2-qJN2u9xw PDF Flipbook: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/bc6fd22a37.html Baritone Ukulele by Ranch, Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4auPjN2 Kit Includes, at at the time of this video, Baritone Ukulele 30″, microfiber polishing cloth, extra Set of D G B E Aquila premium metallic & nylon strings, padded bag, digital tuner and a strap. extra Set of D G B E Aquila premium metallic & nylon strings, padded bag, digital tuner and a strap. Ranch website to Baritone Ukulele by Ranch: https://ranchguitar.com/product/baritone-ukulele-ranch-30-inch-professional-ukelele-instrument-kit-for-adults-beginners-and-professional-players-ukalalee-starter-pack-bundle-gig-bag-tuner-strap-adjustable-tool-set/ Link to Ranch Website for a wide assortment of Ukuleles: https://ranchguitar.com/ Ranch Guitar Tuner Clip On for Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Bass, Banjo & Chromatic Tuning Modes, Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4bsNu4E Book: Hal Leonard Baritone Ukulele Chord Finder, Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3Kb54OC Online Music Teacher on Fiver, Andrea Nortje: Fiver: https://www.fiverr.com/andreanortje? YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@janedoestudio Teaching Ukulele, Baritone Ukulele, Bass and Guitar. Music Attribution for Ukulele Music: Creative Commons CC0 Public Domain: https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ All Four Ukulele Tunes are by Monplaisir: Title: Time Gap Artist: Monplaisir Length: 01 minute 55 seconds Source/Artist website: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Monplaisir/ License: Creative Commons CC0 Public Domain Title: Stay Quiet Artist: Monplaisir Length: 02 minutes 13 seconds Source/Artist website: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Monplaisir/ License: Creative Commons CC0 Public Domain Title: Red Hair, Blue Sky Artist: Monplaisir Length: 02 minutes 16 seconds Source/Artist website: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Monplaisir/ License: Creative Commons CC0 Public Domain Title: Sincere Love Artist: Monplaisir Length: 01 minute 41 seconds Source/Artist website: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Monplaisir/ **License: Creative Commons CC0 Public Domain website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might affiliate links. If you use an affiliate coupon code and/or click on an affiliate product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.**

This story illustrates how acts of kindness, no matter how small, can create authentic connections with others, leading to discovery, friendship, and understanding. The narrative unfolds around the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, situated approximately 5 nautical miles east of Ushuaia in the Beagle Channel of Southern Argentina, South America. Video Version of this Podcast Episode on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/oIkuaI3KaQg Attribution for Harmonica Music: Renzo Cheesman on Fiver: https://www.fiverr.com/renzoch96? website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

A story of the transformation from material clutter to the riches of human connection illustrating how acts of kindness can improve the world. “Django's Journey of Giving” is a tale that will inspire you to find treasure in togetherness and adventure. Link to video version of this Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/6qQfJR_FKLQ Attribution for Harmonica Music: Leon van Egmond for Harmonica Tunes in this Podcast Episode. Leon van Egmond on Fiver: https://www.fiverr.com/leonvanegmond? website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

A story of a solitary violinist living simply in the forest, whose music unknowingly touched countless lives. His melodies inspired others to play, showing that following your dreams, even in isolation, can make a profound difference. As the saying goes, "The true legacy of a life's work is not measured by fame or fortune, but by the unseen ripples of positive inspiration it sets in motion." Video Version on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/MzcDnze3n4M Music Attribution: The Two Violin Compositions in this Podcast Episode, entitled "Kalinaw" (Cebuano/Filipino word that means "peace", "calmness", or "tranquility") and “Takipsilim” (Filipino word that refers to the twilight or dusk period) were composed by Dominique Casacop, who can be contacted at the Fiver url shown below: https://www.fiverr.com/domc123? =============================== website: https://oportuno.org

The Gift of a Flower goes back thousands of years back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The practice of giving flowers has evolved over time, but its underlying significance as a gesture of affection, appreciation, and celebration remains deeply ingrained in human culture. This is a modern day story of someone giving another person a flower. Video of this Podcast Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5-Qr4pmTosI website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

The story "Harmonious Journey," a tale of musical discovery and mentorship. A young man, named Enthusiast, meets a seasoned old traveler, an extraordinary harmonica player, named Balladeer, and they begin to travel together. Along their travels, Balladeer mentors his protege Enthusiast how to play the harmonica. The harmonica becomes an instrument for music, song, and storytelling. Video of this Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OEsqfWfQtUg Flipbook of Harmonious Journey: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/4dc0b8b2f0.html =============================== Attribution for Harmonica Music: Renzo Cheesman for Harmonica Tunes 1 to 12 played at the end of the Podcast Episode. Renzo Cheesman on Fiver: https://www.fiverr.com/renzoch96? and Leon van Egmond for Harmonica Tunes 13 to 22 played at the end of the Podcast Episode. Leon van Egmond on Fiver: https://www.fiverr.com/leonvanegmond? =============================== website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

The Journey of the Wise Wanderers is a story about three travelers who find freedom and wisdom through their adventures, despite having few possessions. They share their experiences through poems, stories, and songs, reminding us of our universal longing for freedom, warmth, and the beauty of life, even in difficult times. YouTube Video of this Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/kJVRrnYs83I website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

The Reading, of the Book, "The Minimalist's Wealth" explores the idea that true wealth is not in the excess of things but in the richness of family, friends, and inner peace. Video, of this Podcast Episode on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/4rkzdwrv FlipBook of the the Book, "The Minimalist's Wealth": https://heyzine.com/flip-book/eea4d028ba.html “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpbH-1R-lQcwB1qgdjcxYorGBvEdQQEDE “Oportuno” Podcast: https://oportuno.org/podcast.html Below are a few of the many books you may wish to read, with the Bible, being the most purchased and read book in the world. Some of the links, might have Affiliate Links, where I receive a small commission with no additional cost to you. The “Bible”. The Holy Bible is a compilation of revered texts penned by ancient prophets and historians. Over a span of more than 4,000 years, these authors meticulously documented the intricate relationship between God and His people. The inspired narratives have been passed down through generations, shaping what we now recognize as the sacred scripture, the Holy Bible. The Bible is considered the best-selling book of all time, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies sold and distributed worldwide. There are many places and options to obtain a Bible. Below is a link to Bibles on Amazon, in the King James Version: https://amzn.to/3MHHxpZ "Biblical Minimalism: Following Jesus from a Life of Abundance to a More Abundant Life" by Cheryl E. Smith https://amzn.to/3QKf448 "Unstuffed: Decluttering Your Home, Mind, and Soul" by Ruth Soukup https://amzn.to/3ML52i6 "The More of Less: Finding the Life You Want Under Everything You Own" by Joshua Becker https://amzn.to/3SELShG "Simplify: Ten Practices to Unclutter Your Soul" by Bill Hybels https://amzn.to/46quQHu "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Guide to Declutter, Organize, and Simplify" by Francine Jay https://amzn.to/3ugKwj8 "Living with Less: An Unexpected Key to Happiness" by Joshua Becker https://amzn.to/3SKRfvM "The Minimalist Home: A Room-by-Room Guide to a Decluttered, Refocused Life" by Joshua Becker. https://amzn.to/3QGgU63 "Christian Minimalism: Simple Steps for Abundant Living" by Becca Ehrlich https://amzn.to/3G3ciSJ website: https://OPORTUNO.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description may have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

A story reminding us that there are many types of wealth, other than money and material possessions. Video Podcast Episode on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/DZ297C_BlLQ PDF of the Story in English: https://oportuno.org/files/049_Treasure_Island.pdf PDF of the Story in Italian: https://oportuno.org/files/049_L'Isola_del_Tesoro.pdf Video of the story, in Italian: https://youtu.be/JLf05UwMlWQ Give, Learn, Explore, Think T-Shirts are available on the “Oportuno” Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Oportuno A big thank you to Alessandro Zamboni, for the selfie. Alessandro's photo, used for this story was edited, to fit the narrative of this story, Treasure Island. Alessandro is an Extraordinary Internet Marketer generously sharing his wealth of knowledge. I encourage you to visit Alessandro's website: https://AlessandroZamboni.com website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

An interesting equation of how the sum of your age and birth year will always equal the current year, regardless of what age you are, and a story of a mathematical genius who used their mathematical skills to solve complex problems and make a difference, for the better, in the world. Video of Podcast on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/hI0PeTdgN-I website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description may have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click an affiliate link, I'll get a small commission at no additional cost to you.

Story of how a traveling wanderer helped a destitute man find happiness and contentment. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Audio on the “Oportuno” Podcast Channel: https://pnc.st/s/oportuno/b4b6b331/047-storytime-traveling-wanderer- Video of This Story on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/A3WQUd0TErY?si=8edh7R8X80viiN5M Link to PDF of the Story: https://oportuno.org/files/047_The_Story_of_the_Traveling_Wanderer.pdf Website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

In this conversation, Wren and Zane discuss starting a Ripple Effect of Kindness providing a math example to show how one act can positively impact many lives. The Golden Rule and the Parable of the Good Samaritan inspire them. They believe their acts of kindness, no matter how small, can make a difference for the better in the lives of others, and help create a world of boundless kindness. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: eBook of this Podcast Episode: https://oportuno.org/files/Exponential_Kindness.pdf website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

A Story, about a Flutist named Koji that left his home village, with nothing more than his backpack and flute. Flute Music, by Erik the Flutemaker, used in this Podcast Episode, provided courtesy of the Flutist and Flute Maker, Erik the Flutemaker. PDF of this Episode 045 in English: https://oportuno.org/files/Melodies_of_Compassion_-_The_Journey_of_Flutist_Koji.pdf This Podcast Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Tg1oN9NICP4 Voice Attribution: The voice of Koji by Erik the Flutemaker Flute Music by Erik the Flutemaker, courtesy of Erik the Flutemaker, in the order they are heard at the end of the Podcast Episode, are as follows: C Penny Whistle_ From The Castle Tower-111107904, Chinese Flute Sample_ Ancient Scroll-105089239,D Whistle_ The Highland Storm-111108324,End Blown Oriental Flute-248838427, Japanese In Sen Flute-555621129,Kiowa Inspired Love Flute_ Desert Prayer-106865810, Oriental Flute_ Hang Drum Song-111107326, Oriental Flute_ Journey's Rest-111107728,The Shepherd's Song-278173735, The Silk Road Pass with the Medium Kokin-678653151, These Songs, by Erik the Flutemaker, and many other songs by Erik the Flutemaker, can be found on Erik the Flutemaker's Soundcloud Channel: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/eriktheflutemaker/sets Info on Erik the Flutemaker: Erik the Flutemaker's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ErikTheFlutemakerCom Erik the Flutemaker's Websites: Erik The Flukemaker: https://eriktheflutemaker.com/ Flutemaker Ministries: https://flutemakerministries.org/ Videos on Erik the Flutemaker's YouTube Channel: The Master Flutes: https://youtu.be/yhmoUGLoTgU The Parable of the Flutemaker: https://eriktheflutemaker.com/blogs/articles/8013783-the-parable-of-the-flutemaker Podcast Episode 43, “Erik the Flutemaker” on the Oportuno Podcast: https://pnc.st/s/oportuno/195ecd56/043-erik-the-flutemaker DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

A Fable about a priceless gift available to everyone living on Planet Earth that can change your life, if valued and utilized properly. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: “The Priceless Gift” as a PDF file: https://oportuno.org/files/The_Priceless_Gift.pdf “Time' Video on the Oportuno YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/OFu1D5NwC50 Music Attribution: Music used in this podcast episode is “Time Machine” by Tak Cheung of the “Wok with Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wokwithtak/featured DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep making videos, this video and description might affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

A fascinating introduction to flute making and flute playing by Erik Sampson, also known as Erik the Flutemaker. Eric has made over 150,000 flutes, in over 50 years, of making and playing flutes. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Erik Sampson's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ErikTheFlutemakerCom Erik Sampson's Websites: Erik The Flukemaker: https://eriktheflutemaker.com/ Flutemaker Ministries: https://flutemakerministries.org/ Videos on Erik Sampson's YouTube Channel, referred to in the Podcast Episode: The Master Flutes: https://youtu.be/yhmoUGLoTgU The Parable of the Flutemaker: https://eriktheflutemaker.com/blogs/articles/8013783-the-parable-of-the-flutemaker Erik Sampson's Music on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/eriktheflutemaker/sets Flute Music by Erik Sampson played at the end of Podcast Episode: Oriental Flute: Journey's Rest, D Penny Whistle: Whispers Of Spring, Oriental Flute: Pandas Dream and The Sheppard's Song. DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

A conversation with two renowned scientists and researchers who have dedicated their lives to exploring the medicinal potential of rainforest plants and protecting the rainforest. This is the fourth, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement. Links and Information: ORGANIZATIONS: Rainforest Action Network: https://www.ran.org/ Amazon Watch: https://amazonwatch.org/ Rainforest Foundation US: https://rainforestfoundation.org/ World Wildlife Fund: https://www.worldwildlife.org/ Cultural Survival: https://culturalsurvival.org/ Indigenous Environmental Network https://www.ienearth.org/ VIDEOS: Macaw Clay Lick in Tambopata Amazon Rainforest | PERU on the Rainforest Expeditions YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/xMSCXWRTkC8 Rainforest Expeditions YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/c/rainforestexpeditions BOOKS: Smithsonian Atlas of the Amazon Hardcover – March 17, 2003 by Michael Goulding: https://amzn.to/3ZBxPtt Attributes for Sounds of the Amazon: Amazon Sounds used in Podcast, available on Pixabay.com, attributed to: Amazon Florest by Jonasrocha, Sunrise in the Amazon Jungle by Mar 33, Amazon Jungle Morning by Trundlefly, Amazon jungle day crickets birds and frogs from boat on river...by Kyles, Amazon Jungle Afternoon Shower by Trundlefly. DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might have affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you. Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.co

A conversation, with Two Photojournalist. This is the third, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement. Links to additional information: Please consider, helping the Ministries of your choice, with your money, time and talents, that are helping others in need. Below are two Ministries, that help Children, where you can donate, help out or sponsor a Child with monthly donations: Kingdom Lighters Children's Centre, Christian School and Orphanage in Uganda: https://oportuno.org/kingdom_lighters_ministries.html Ambassadors To The Nations, Christian Schools in Nicaragua: https://oportuno.org/ambassadors_to_the_nations.html Information about Photojournalist: How To Become a Photojournalist (With Steps, Tips and FAQs): https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-become-a-photojournalist The Photojournalist's Guide to Making Money Kindle Edition by Michael Sedge: https://amzn.to/3SilpnZ website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you. ``` Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.co

A phone conversation, between two friends. This is the second, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Wok With Tak YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wokwithtak Cookware: Cooks Standard Stainless Steel Multi-Ply Clad Wok, 13" with High Dome lid: https://amzn.to/3ZO0kVN Cuisinart 726-38H Chef's Classic Stainless 14-Inch Stir-Fry Pan with Glass Cover: https://amzn.to/3QXmFMI Sunrise One Piece Seamless Design Stainless Steel Wok Spatula: https://amzn.to/3HgtRQB website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you. Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.co

A conversation, with a “Minimalist Digital Nomad”. This is the first, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement. Links to information: Videos: Wok With Tak YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wokwithtak How To Choose Backpacking Packs pm the REI YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/LI1va-97f4w 4 Years in 1 Bag on the Travel Go Explore YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/kPFONrJhuUE HOW TO PACK ULTRALIGHT: I show you what's inside my bag as a Minimalist Digital Nomad on the Benji Around the World YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/sjDzVIO64pg Bulk Email: https://www.mailjet.com https://www.youtube.com/@mailjet Books: “Cooking the One Burner Way”, by Buck Tilton: https://amzn.to/3XmJ742 Cookware: GEERTOP Stainless Steel Frying Pan 10 Inches: https://amzn.to/3GU6ife Cooks Standard Stainless Steel Multi-Ply Clad Wok, 13" with High Dome lid: https://amzn.to/3ZO0kVN Cuisinart 726-38H Chef's Classic Stainless 14-Inch Stir-Fry Pan with Glass Cover: https://amzn.to/3QXmFMI Sunrise One Piece Seamless Design Stainless Steel Wok Spatula: https://amzn.to/3HgtRQB Instant Pot Duo 6 Quart Electric Pressure Cooker: https://amzn.to/3WrPWjm Wonderchef Nigella Stainless Manual Non-Electric Steel Pressure Cooker, 1.5, 2 or & liters: https://amzn.to/3J1LPYo https://youtu.be/k9UlMZ_1Ku4 Places: Peter's Dive Resort located in Southern Leyte, Philippines https://www.petersdiveresortph.com/ Hotels, on the Island of Paros, in Greece: https://santorinidave.com/best-places-paros Santa Marta, Columbia, South America: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Marta Cartagena. Columbia, South America: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cartagena,_Colombia Courses: Spanish Lessons. Free and Paid Courses” https://spanishforyourjob.com/ Live Abroad Now Anywhere. Course how to work remotely, online, from anywhere in the world: https://liveabroadnow.com/ Remote Jobs: https://WeWorkRemotely.com https://Remote-Europe.com https://FlexJobs.com website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

Mathematics plays a fundamental role in our understanding of the universe. Learn how the Mandelbrot set and other fractals are helping us to understand the universe, and how it is being used to benefit mankind. Links To Further Information about the Mandelbrot Set: “Atheists CANNOT Explain This Secret Code Seen in Creation” on the Answers in Genesis YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/taKaFUNJ6Ec The Fractal Geometry of Nature Hardcover by Benoit B. Mandelbrot: https://amzn.to/3vcJT7r Website: https://oportuno.org DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel to keep producing content, this video or podcast, and description, might affiliate links. If you use a coupon code and/or click on a product link, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Bamboo Painter”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Links, etc: Tak Cheung (Author of The Bamboo Painter) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg/featured/featured PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/The_Bamboo_Painter_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf website: https://oportuno.org

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Master Wood Carver”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Links, etc: Tak Cheung (Author of The Master Wood Carver) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg/featured/featured PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/The_Master_Wood_Carver_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf website: https://oportuno.org

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Fox and the Tiger.”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Links, etc: Video illustrating "The Fox and the Tiger” by Tak Cheung on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/aLfIJVcMKro Tak Cheung (Author of The Fox and the Tiger) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg/featured/featured PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/The_Fox_and_the_Tiger_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf website: https://oportuno.org

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Lost Horse”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Links, etc: Video illustrating "The_Lost_Horse_by_Tak_Cheung" on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/0WGzlHrNpRY Tak Cheung (Author of The_Lost_Horse_by_Tak_Cheung) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg/featured/featured PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/The_Lost_Horse_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf website: https://oportuno.org

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “Building A Chariot Behind Closed Door”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Links, etc: Video illustrating "Building A Chariot Behind Closed Door" on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/1g7AsdZSJiE Tak Cheung (Author of Building A Chariot Behind Closed Door) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg/featured/featured PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/Building_A_Chariot_Behind_Closed_Door_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf website: https://oportuno.org/

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “Playing Music to a Cow”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Links, etc: Video illustrating "Playing Music to a Cow" on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/fVoT7Yvm4pg Tak Cheung (Author of Playing Music to a Cow) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg/featured/featured PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/Playing_Music_to_a_Cow_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf website: https://oportuno.org/

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “Waiting by a Tree Stump for Rabbits”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s Video illustrating "Waiting by a Tree Stump for Rabbits" on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/Al89msq3-BQ Tak Cheung (Author of Waiting by a Tree Stump for Rabbits) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg/featured PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/Waiting_by_a_Tree_Stump_for_Rabbits_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Frog in the Well”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone many years to learn. Video illustrating "The Frog in the Well" on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel. https://youtu.be/y7Bgu-RGjG8 Tak Cheung (Author of The Frog in the Well) “Wok With Tak” YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg PDF of Story: https://oportuno.org/files/The_Frog_In_The_Well_by_Tak_Cheung.pdf website: https://oportuno.org/

Your mindset can evolve, grow and change for the better and does not have to be a permanent, fixed mindset. Ultimately, your mindset will become your belief system; and your actions will follow what you believe. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: The story of "The Tale of Two Wolves", courtesy of the Nanicoke Indian Tribe: https://www.nanticokeindians.org/page/tale-of-two-wolves website: https://oportuno.org/

Interview with an Inventor, John Andrew, about his new book entitled: NCMR INVENTING METHOD: A Formula for Innovation. If you want to invent, have an invention or just wanting to know more about the inventing process, this podcast is for you. Purchase book on Amazon (Affiliate Link): www.amzn.to/3frZmIk NCMR INVENTING METHOD: A Formula for Innovation. DISCLAIMER: To help support our channel. If you click on this url to Amazon, and make a purchase, I'll get a small commission with no additional cost to you.

Mealtimes can bring people, families, communities; and even nations together. Learn how using a wok can provide fast, inexpensive, delicious and healthy cooking. Wok With Tak YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg Wok with Tak Website: https://www.wokwithtak.com/ Oportuno Website: http://oportuno.org/ music credit: Mandarin Calmly Music by JMC-ID from Pixabay

Thankfully, we do not have to wait until a new Calendar Year begins to start changing the course of our life journey. Begin today making necessary changes in your life to point you in the right direction to your goals, hopes, dreams and aspirations. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Simplemind Mind Map Software: https://simplemind.eu/ Google Calendar: https://calendar.google.com/ website: https://oportuno.org/

Avoid Time Traps and replace all that gained time with meaningful things, like spending time with friends, family and associates, enjoying outdoor activities, reading books, working on your plans, meal preparation, your hobby, etc. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Plaque of Take Time by Author Unknown: http://oportuno.org/files/Take_Time_by_Author_Unknown.jpg Website: https://oportuno.org/

There is something calming, satisfying and fulfilling in possessing the tools and skills of a trade and enjoying working in your chosen trade. Having that can do attitude with the tools and skills to back it up will provide you the confidence required for people to choose you over those less confident. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Exercise To Help You Determine or Improve Your “Tools of the Trade: https://oportuno.org/files/Exercise_To_Help_You_Determine_or_Improve_Your_Tools_of_the_Trade.pdf 10 Animals That Use Tools: https://youtu.be/bF5FBBb29FY Otzi The Iceman - 5000 Year Old Mummy: https://youtu.be/m5oXjYMY2pM The Stargazers - The Happy Wanderer ( 1954 ): https://youtu.be/UPfGL0tDP30 "How Do I Delight Myself in the Lord?" by Pastor John Piper: https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/how-do-i-delight-myself-in-the-lord Website: https://oportuno.org/podcast.html

In this podcast episode, I will attempt to share the fact that food connects all mankind in many ways, as we all need food to survive; and help you to realize that, happiness will grow when food and drink is appreciated and properly utilized during our everyday lives. From Farm to Table, the entire process, can be a celebration. Consider each meal a celebration. Time to celebrate being together and celebrate being blessed to have food and celebrate all the bountiful blessings God has provided.

You might have heard the saying, You can't leave your problems behind, implying that you can not run away from your problems, because they will follow you. My experience is, that you can indeed leave many of your problems behind simply by changing your mindset, changing your routine, and yes even changing your physical location.

Achieving happiness and success is being willing to plan and carry out the small things and enjoying living in the moment while doing those small things. If you want big things, then focus on the little things.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coCheck out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

This Podcast Episode, is an effort to help you realize, that Christians are called and sent to Share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and Minister to the Needs of Others in their Congregation, with their Congregation including everyone they meet everywhere along Life's Journey.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

Your motivation to achieve your dreams, goals and aspirations will diminish without a plan to keep your time, thoughts, actions and energy focused on accomplishing a specific plan of action to achieve a specific goal. Learn how to GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER, and GET PAST GO, by using the word PAST as a Mnemonic, to mind map your journey to the destination of your choosing.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

What is holding you back from pursuing your dreams? For many people, the only thing keeping them from their dream is to create a plan of action and acting on that plan.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

Do not only plan for projects and goals but also plan and act on a Daily Routine. Plan and incorporate a Daily Routine into your schedule.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

BE that person you know it would take to have the life, things, goals or destination you long for; and once you are that person that can achieve those goals, dreams and aspirations you long for, then DO by planning and acting on your plans and once the plans are carried out, then you'll HAVE.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

You don't always have to reinvent the wheel. Someone may have already documented the steps you need to take to get where you're going; and all you need to do, is simply follow the directions.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

We're all time traveling, but at the same rate of speed. We'll all end up somewhere, at a future time. Where and how we end up in the future, will depend on how we controlled and managed our time during our time travel.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

The more you learn of another Culture, you'll discover, there are more similarities than differences between your culture and theirs. Learning about a particular culture; and appreciating and accepting the differences in another culture will enrich your life.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

Ambassadors To The Nations is an International Missions Ministry helping Children in many Countries. This Podcast provides you the opportunity to learn about Ambassadors To The Nations and how you can be a part of this great organization.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.

Ideas are real and powerful. Just knowing that everything, begins with an idea, illustrates the great value of ideas. Learn how you can develop that mental thought, that idea, from your mind, to a tangible thing that can be used and shared. The idea comes first, then innovation how to best develop that idea. This podcast suggest five steps to follow to maximize your idea's full potential.Find out more at https://oportuno.pinecast.coThis podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-f0401e for 40% off for 4 months, and support Oportuno.