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Is the discomfort you're trying to fix actually the signal calling you back to your soul instead of another problem to solve? Josh Trent welcomes Ex-Comedian, Kyle Cease, to the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 791, to explore how fasting dissolves emotional hunger, why effort and ambition are often trauma driven, how the ego uses goals and problems to stay in control, why pain is a spiritual teacher, and how surrendering identity, outcomes, and the need to be someone can reconnect us to soul, presence, and God.

Send us a textTired of setting New Year's resolutions that fail by February? You're not alone—research shows 91% of people abandon their goals within months. In this episode, host Alisha Carlson reveals why traditional resolutions fail and shares the exact framework that helps busy moms over 35 build sustainable fitness habits that actually stick.If you've been caught in the cycle of "New Year, New You" followed by guilt and giving up, this episode will change everything. You'll learn the science behind identity-based habits, why motivation always runs out, and how to create momentum that lasts far beyond January.What You'll Learn:✅ Why 91% of New Year's resolutions fail (and the #1 mistake most women make in January)✅ The research-backed approach to building lasting habits using identity-based goals instead of outcome-focused resolutions✅ The "Foundational Three" habits specifically designed for women over 35 navigating perimenopause, busy schedules, and hormone changes✅ How to break free from all-or-nothing thinking that derails your progress after one missed workout✅ Why strength training matters more than cardio for women in perimenopause (backed by research from Dr. Gabrielle Lyon and Dr. Stacy Sims)✅ The habit stacking technique that makes new behaviors effortless by attaching them to existing routines✅ How to track progress beyond the scale with metrics that actually matter for long-term healthResources Mentioned: Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear Program: The Strong[HER] Way Coaching Program → thestrongherway.com/fitandfueled Special Offer: Use code TSW300 to save $300 on enrollmentReady to break the cycle and build habits that actually last? Here's how to start:Define your identity (not just your goals) - Who do you want to become?Choose your Foundational Three habits - Make them small and specificCreate habit stacks - Attach new behaviors to existing routinesTrack your identity votes - Build evidence of who you're becomingGet support - Don't try to do this aloneWant more personalized support? Join The Strong[HER] Way Coaching Program where we build sustainable fitness and nutrition habits specifically for women over 35. Learn more at thestrongherway.com/fitandfueledConnect with Alisha:

Welcome back everyone! As you all know this Podcast's purpose is to be able to come together and talk about growth, courage, and the small steps that help us build a healthier, kinder life. We are your hosts today, Luis & Ashlee, and today we're diving into Week One of your SMART fitness goals, that crucial first stretch where excitement meets reality.If you've set fitness goals for the new year, this episode is for you. If you meant to set goals but haven't started yet, this episode is also for you.And if you're already feeling yourself slipping a little… you're definitely in the right place. Let's get into it. We'll go into "WHY WEEK ONE MATTERS" Week One is powerful. It sets the tone. It builds momentum. It teaches your brain, “Hey, we're doing this now.” But Week One is also where people tend to overdo it, burn out, or get discouraged. So today, we're going to slow it down and focus on SMART goals.Last week we touched on what those are, but just as a quick refresher here, smart goals that are: Specific / Measurable / Achievable / Relevant / Time‑bound and we're going to talk about how to stay accountable in a way that feels supportive, not stressful. Because fitness isn't punishment. It's a form of self‑respect."SETTING YOUR WEEK ONE SMART FITNESS GOAL"Let's walk through a simple Week One SMART goal. A lot of people start with something like: “I'm going to work out every day for an hour.” That sounds great… until life happens.A SMART Week One goal might look like: “For the next 7 days, I'll walk for 15 minutes, three times this week, to boost my energy and build consistency. ”Notice the difference: It's clear, It's doable, It's flexible, It builds confidence instead of pressure. Here are a few more. Week One SMART fitness goal examples: “I'll stretch for 5 minutes every morning before I check my phone.” “I'll drink one extra glass of water each day this week.” “I'll do a 10‑minute beginner workout on Tuesday and Thursday.” Week One is about showing up, not showing off.Let's dive into the next piece: "HOW TO TRACK YOUR FIRST WEEK" Tracking is where SMART goals come alive. It turns invisible effort into visible progress.Here are simple ways to track Week One:A calendar with check-marksA notes appA fitness appA whiteboardA sticky note on your mirrorThe method doesn't matter. What matters is that you can see your consistency. Because when you see progress, you want to keep going.Let's talk about "ACCOUNTABILITY WITHOUT SHAME". Let's talk accountability, the supportive kind, not the “beat yourself up” kind. Here are four ways to stay accountable in Week One:Choose an accountability partner who roots for youNot someone who pressures you. Someone who says, “How can I support you today?”Celebrate micro‑wins. Did you walk for 10 minutes instead of 15? That's still a win. You showed up.Adjust instead of abandoning. If your goal feels too big, shrink it. If it feels too small, grow it. Adjusting is not failing, it's strategizing.Use “habit anchors” Attach your fitness action to something you already do: After brushing your teeth → stretchAfter lunch → take a 10‑minute walkAfter work → fill your water bottleAnchors make habits automatic. aka habit stacking"WHAT TO EXPECT EMOTIONALLY IN WEEK ONE"Let's be real. Week One isn't just physical. It's emotional.You might feel:ExcitedNervousImpatientProudDoubtfulAll of the aboveThis is normal.Your brain is adjusting to a new pattern. Your body is waking up. Your mindset is shifting. So just give yourself grace guys..You're not supposed to be perfect... you're supposed to be present."A QUICK GUIDED REFLECTION"Take a breath with me. Think about the fitness goal you set. Now ask yourself:Why does this matter to me?How do I want to feel at the end of this week?What's one small action I can take today to support that feeling?Hold onto that answer. That's your anchor.If you're starting your fitness journey this week, I'm proud of you. If you're restarting, I'm proud of you too and if you're listening because you want to feel inspired again… you're already on your way. Thanks for joining us today on the Podcast!If this episode helped you, share it with someone who's setting their own goals this year.And remember — kindness, consistency, and small steps will take you farther than perfection ever will. So as always be kind to yourself and everyone else, be that change you want to see in the world and keep being You!See you next time! Tip of the Day:Week One is about building trust with yourself. Every small step counts. Every checkmark matters. Every moment you choose to show up, even for five minutes, is a victory.Shoutouts! IG: Elite Bookkeeping & Accounting Service @elite.bookkeeping.llcFacebook: Elite.Bookkeeping.LLCTEAM LTP:My IG: @livetoprogressVoice-over credits

Aujourd'hui, Charles Consigny, avocat, Barbara Lefebvre, professeure d'histoire-géographie, et Abel Boyi, éducateur, débattent de l'actualité autour d'Alain Marschall et Olivier Truchot.

When the stakes are high and expectations are muddy, even the most competent humans can slip into self‑protection mode at work.  Deadlines, performance reviews, politics, and power dynamics can echo earlier experiences of exclusion or danger, so our nervous systems do what they were wired to do: defend.  In this conversation, our gals break down how that shows up on teams—and what to do about it.    The six threat responses at work: •Fight: The combative colleague who argues every point, dominates meetings, or treats every disagreement like a win‑lose battle.     •Flight: The smart person who goes quiet, avoids conflict, or turns down opportunities because speaking up feels risky.     •Freeze: The “I don't know” response, analysis paralysis, and stalled decisions that show up when people are terrified of being judged or getting it wrong.      •Please/appease: The chronic yes‑sayer who overworks, agrees with everything the boss says, and buries their own dissent to stay liked.  This can look like commitment and “great attitude,” but often signals people who do not feel safe being real.    •Attach/cry for help: The “needy” teammate who constantly checks in, escalates, or dramatizes issues to get attention and reassurance.     •Collapse/submit: The checked‑out, burned‑out, “why bother” energy—folks who stay on payroll but mentally and emotionally leave the building.     The good news is that psychological safety can change everything! Listeners will recall that psychological safety is the shared belief that it's safe to take interpersonal risks like asking questions, making mistakes, or disagreeing with the boss.  When safety is low, threat responses spike; when safety is high, people can access their best thinking, creativity, and courage instead of just their defenses.    Use this episode to reflect on your own go‑to response (fight, flight, freeze, fawn, attach, or collapse) at work—and how you, yes you, can help make your workplace safer, more honest, and a hell of a lot more joyful.

This Day in Maine Wednesday, December 24, 2025

“Dessins sans limite”Chefs-d'oeuvre de la collection du Centre Pompidouau Grand Palais [Centre Pompidou – Constellation], Parisdu 16 décembre 2025 au 15 mars 2026Entretien avecAnne Montfort-Tanguy,conservatrice, Cabinet d'art graphique, Centre Pompidou – Musée national d'Art Moderne, et co-commissaire de l'exposition,par Anne-Frédérique Fer, à Paris, le 15 décembre 2025, durée 25'54,© FranceFineArt.https://francefineart.com/2025/12/24/3680_dessins-sans-limite_grand-palais/Communiqué de presse Commissaires :Claudine Grammont, Cheffe de service, Cabinet d'art graphique, Centre Pompidou – Musée national d'Art ModerneAnne Montfort-Tanguy, Conservatrice, Cabinet d'art graphique, Centre Pompidou – Musée national d'Art ModerneCommissaires associées :Valérie Loth et Laetitia Pesenti, Attachées de conservation, Cabinet d'art graphique, Centre Pompidou – Musée national d'Art ModerneAvec plus de 35 000 dessins, la collection du cabinet d'art graphique du Centre Pompidou est l'un des plus importants ensembles au monde d'oeuvres sur papier des XXe et XXIe siècles. Ce fonds exceptionnel par sa richesse et sa diversité n'a jamais fait l'objet d'une exposition d'une telle ampleur. Dessins sans limite est donc l'occasion de révéler pour la première fois les trésors inestimables de cette collection qui offre l'opportunité unique de comprendre comment ce medium s'est totalement réinventé au XXe siècle.Nombreux sont les artistes qui se sont emparés de ce mode d'expression originel et cathartique afin de transgresser les limites de l'art. Au-delà de la feuille ou du traditionnel carnet, le dessin a investi l'espace du mur et de l'installation. Il s'est ouvert à de nouvelles pratiques, étendant son champ à d'autres formes d'expression, photographiques, cinématographiques, ou encore numériques, ce qui rend ses frontières toujours plus mouvantes et ouvertes. Le regain d'intérêt porté par les jeunes générations d'artistes pour ce medium simple et accessible est bien la preuve de sa grande actualité. S'il faut faire évoluer la notion même de dessin à l'aune des enjeux esthétiques et plastiques du XXIe siècle, cela n'exclut pas de se replonger dans les fondements d'une pratique qui, demeure par essence ouverte à l'invention et à l'expression de la pensée, qu'elle soit consciente ou inconsciente.L'exposition Dessins sans limite met à l'honneur des pièces majeures de la collection rarement montrées notamment des oeuvres de Balthus, Marc Chagall, Willem de Kooning, Sonia Delaunay, Jean Dubuffet, George Grosz, Vassily Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Fernand Léger, Henri Matisse, Amedeo Modigliani, Pablo Picasso, mais aussi Karel Appel, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Roland Barthes, Robert Breer, Trisha Brown, Marlene Dumas, William Kentridge, Robert Longo, Giuseppe Penone, Robert Rauschenberg, Kiki Smith ou encore Antoni Tàpies. Elle ne s'interdit pas d'aller au-delà du champ de la feuille de papier pour considérer le dessin en tant que performance, installation, ou bien encore dans sa formeanimée.Avec une sélection de près de 400 dessins de 120 artistes, l'exposition Dessins sans limite n'a pas pour ambition de dresser une histoire du dessin aux XXe et XXIe siècles – une entreprise que la nature même de ce fonds rendrait impossible – mais propose une exploration subjective de la collection du Cabinet d'art graphique. Sans ordre chronologique, le parcours est fondé sur une approche sensible où les oeuvres se succèdent et se répondent dans un effet domino. Articulée autour de quatre séquences – étudier, raconter, tracer et animer -, l'exposition offre une plongée inédite dans un art fragile, inventif et toujours actuel.Publications #DessinsSansLimite – catalogue de l'exposition, coédition GrandPalaisRmnÉditions / Éditions du Centre Pompidou Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

À une semaine de Noël, moment fort pour les chrétiens, les Haïtiens comptent bien pouvoir célébrer l'événement. À Port-au-Prince notamment, les chrétiens n'abandonnent pas la pratique de leur religion et continuent de se rendre au temple, y compris dans les zones contrôlées par les gangs. Certaines communautés trouvent des solutions pour continuer à se rassembler. C'est le cas de l'église adventiste Horeb qui se situe sur la route des Dalles, dans un quartier sous le joug du gang Tilapli. Là-bas, les fidèles trouvent toujours un moyen de venir prier. Mais pour d'autres, c'est plus compliqué. Ainsi, des églises catholiques ont dû suspendre leurs messes ou se réorganiser dans d'autres lieux. Reportage de notre correspondant en Haïti, Peterson Luxama.   En Argentine, la réforme du travail de J. Milei prend du retard Des milliers de personnes ont manifesté hier (jeudi 18 décembre) à Buenos Aires pour rejeter la réforme du travail voulue par le président qui prévoit une extension de la journée de travail de 8 à 12 heures par accord mutuel ou bien encore des restrictions au droit de grève. C'est une nouvelle «cruauté législative» imaginée par Javier Milei, juge Pagina 12. Mais, pour l'instant, son parcours législatif est retardé, se réjouit le quotidien de gauche. Le gouvernement voulait que le Sénat se prononce sur son projet de loi avant la fin de l'année. Mais il a dû tout repousser au 10 février 2026. C'est, donc, un revers pour Javier Milei, qui a pourtant remporté les législatives d'octobre 2025, mais sans majorité absolue. En réalité, hier, le président a enregistré deux défaites liées l'une à l'autre. «Une stratégie inopportune à la Chambre des députés a déclenché un ouragan au Sénat», explique le journal Clarin qui poursuit sur un ton moqueur : c'est «l'effet papillon libertarien». En effet, hier, alors qu'une commission du Sénat commençait à examiner la réforme du travail, les députés, eux, se penchaient sur le Budget 2026. Comme le raconte Clarin, l'obstination du gouvernement à vouloir faire approuver, contre l'avis du Congrès, un article réduisant les financements aux universités et les aides aux personnes porteuses d'un handicap, a braqué ses alliés potentiels qui ont décidé de bloquer sa réforme du travail au Sénat. Tout cela est inquiétant, juge, pour sa part, La Nacion car cela a créé des tensions au sein du camp de Javier Milei. «L'incapacité de satisfaire les désirs maximalistes du président (ses caprices, diront certains) a créé un terrain fertile pour raviver des conflits non résolus et rouvrir de vieilles blessures liées à des projets avortés», explique le quotidien qui pointe du doigt deux personnes, en particulier, dans l'entourage du président : sa «soeurissime» - c'est ainsi que La Nacion appelle Karina Milei - et son «super conseiller», Santiago Caputo. Entre eux, «l'animosité demeure», prévient le journal.   L'armée vénézuélienne toujours unie derrière Nicolas Maduro Dans l'océan Pacifique, une nouvelle frappe américaine a fait cinq morts jeudi (18 décembre 2025). Au moins, 104 personnes présentées comme des trafiquants de drogue par Washington, ont été tuées depuis le mois de septembre 2025. Washington qui ne relâche pas la pression sur le Venezuela dans l'espoir de faire tomber le président Nicolas Maduro. Mais, pour l'instant, l'armée continue de le soutenir, analyse le quotidien colombien El Tiempo qui s'est entretenu avec des soldats. Cette cohésion devrait perdurer au sommet de l'appareil militaire car les généraux et les amiraux «occupent des ministères et contrôlent certains secteurs de l'économie», ce qui leur permet de s'enrichir depuis des années. Si le pouvoir tombe, alors ils tombent aussi. Et ce qui les attend, ce sont «des procès à La Haye ou devant des tribunaux étasuniens» pour violations des droits humains, explique El Tiempo. Quant aux échelons intermédiaires, poursuit le quotidien colombien, ils ne se rebellent pas car ils ont peur que Nicolas Maduro les jette en prison. «Certains capitaines et lieutenants qui ont obéi aux ordres et participé à la répression, craignent d'être sacrifiés en cas de négociations», d'être les grands perdants en cas d'accord entre les élites politiques, écrit El Tiempo. Ils «font donc pression sur Nicolas Maduro pour qu'il n'abandonne pas le pouvoir sans une amnistie générale», explique une source anonyme au journal. Reste le gros de la troupe, les soldats tout en bas de l'échelle : eux, ils restent loyaux à Nicolas Maduro «par discipline». L'armée pourrait-elle finir par lâcher le président vénézuélien ? Selon El Tiempo, cela dépendra de ce qu'on lui offre. Une intervention américaine n'aurait aucun effet, juge le journal. Mais une amnistie et la garantie de poursuivre leur carrière, cela pourrait convaincre les échelons intermédiaires de soutenir un changement de régime. Or, ce sont eux qui «contrôlent les troupes et maintiennent une certaine stabilité dans le pays», fait remarquer le quotidien. Les hauts gradés, eux, sont trop mouillés dans les crimes de la dictature chaviste.   Mère à 15 ans en Guyane En Guyane, les jeunes filles mineures sont 10 fois plus nombreuses à tomber enceintes que dans le reste du pays. À l'échelle de l'Amérique du Sud, c'est même le territoire où les grossesses adolescentes sont les plus répandues. Ces filles, parfois très jeunes, âgées de moins de 15 ans pour certaines, sont en général soutenues par leur famille mais souvent stigmatisées à l'école, contraintes de choisir entre la casquette de maman et celle de lycéenne. Reportage à Cayenne d'Amélie Beaucour.   Le journal de la 1ère Sous le coup d'une enquête pour escroquerie et abus de position dominante, le Groupe Bernard Hayot (GBH) se défend.

FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Aches, Parasite, Octane, Enable, and Attach break down the state of Call of Duty Black Ops 7!

FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Octane, Attach, and Parasite break down the Call of Duty League Black Ops 7 matches!

FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Octane, Attach, and Parasite break down the Call of Duty League Black Ops 7 matches!

durée : 00:32:31 - Entendez-vous l'éco ? - par : Aliette Hovine - Qui a besoin de la prévision économique ? Comment s'est structurée la production de données économiques ces dernières années ? - réalisation : Sorj Leroy - invités : Théo Régniez Attaché temporaire d'enseignement et de recherche en sociologie à l'Université Paris Dauphine- PSL

durée : 00:58:37 - Entendez-vous l'éco ? - par : Aliette Hovine - Si son rythme ralentit, l'inflation pèse toujours sur le budget des ménages et notamment sur les dépenses alimentaires, comme nous le verrons en première partie d'émission. Nous clôturerons ensuite notre série dédiée à la fabrique de l'expertise économique aux côtés du sociologue Théo Régniez. - réalisation : Sorj Leroy - invités : Pierre Madec Économiste à l'Office Français des Conjonctures Économiques (OFCE) et enseignant à Sciences Po; Charlie Brocard Chercheur sur les questions liées à l'alimentation au sein du programme « Modes de vie en transition » de l'IDDRI; Théo Régniez Attaché temporaire d'enseignement et de recherche en sociologie à l'Université Paris Dauphine- PSL

We're all using ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude… but let's be honest — most of what's coming out of these tools is rubbish. Generic, unfunny, over-formal slurry. M-dashes everywhere. Worse still, it's killing brands and cluttering our inboxes with AI-written drivel that nobody reads. So what if you could build an agent that works like a team member? One that understands your tone, writes like you, and plugs straight into your content engine? That's exactly what Reed Hansen helps us uncover in this episode. Reed's a Chief Growth Officer and strategic marketing brain who's helped everyone from Oracle to fast-growing startups. He breaks down exactly how to build and train an AI agent that's not only useful — but actually saves you time, scales your voice, and makes you look smarter. We talk about how most people are doing this all wrong, the real value of AI agents, and how to avoid turning your brand into a slurry cannon. This episode is crammed with practical advice you can use right now — especially if you're trying to do more with less and keep your content engine running without sounding like a robot. How to build your own AI marketing agent (the right way) ✅ Define the agent's role and constraints: Who's it for? What outcome do you want? Be specific about tone, topics to avoid, and the format of the content. ✅ Train it like a new hire: Don't just say “write like me” — give it FAQs, onboarding docs, examples, brand voice guidelines, and preferred content structures. ✅ Attach high-trust sources: Feed it with your own high-quality material — case studies, blog posts, sales copy, anything good. Don't let it guess. ✅ Connect it to your workflow: Use tools like Zapier or Make to push content into Buffer or your CRM. If you're stuck copy-pasting, you're not there yet. ✅ Supplement with your face: AI can't be you. Mix in your voice, your face, your real thoughts. That's what builds trust and gets remembered. Timeline summary [01:54] – Why most teams fail: it's not the reps, it's the ICP or the manager [02:44] – Agentic AI is “the dog's proverbial” — why it's the next step beyond ChatGPT [04:53] – Treat it like an employee: how to shape responses with consistent training [07:44] – The M-dash and the curse of legalese: where bad AI writing comes from [08:44] – What people get wrong: not enough instruction, too much freedom [10:24] – Chat is not enough: agents need to push/pull data to be truly valuable [11:08] – Three-step framework: plan, build the engine, and connect it [14:21] – Structuring your prompts: listicles, tables, tone, formats — get specific [15:31] – Plug into your planner: automate workflows to get daily content out [20:13] – The AI echo chamber: why we're amplifying internet sewage [24:46] – Use AI for hygiene content, but mix in real human posts too [26:02] – “Put your face on the content” — realness beats slurry every time [28:21] – Final advice: your face + your voice = your brand's secret weapon Links & resources The Practical Leadership Academy – Free Parallel Team Playbook Buffer – Social media scheduling tool Zapier – Automation between apps Make – Visual automation builder If you found this episode valuable, please do me a favour — rate, follow and review the podcast. It really helps us get the word out to more sales leaders who need to hear it. And don't forget to share it with someone who's still letting AI write like a UN lawyer with a thesaurus.

FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Enable, Attach, and Temp break down the Call of Duty League Black Ops 7 Day 2 matches!

FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Aches, Parasite, and Attach break down the Call of Duty League Black Ops 7 Opening day matches!

Happy Thanksgiving! Liz and Sarah share a veritable cornucopia of practical hacks from listeners. Some faves? Use a hotel room pants hanger to clip the curtains closed. Put whitening mouthwash in your water flosser. Attach a house key to your dog’s leash. And so many more! Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com. It will come right to your inbox! LINKS: Luggage Strap: https://amzn.to/4r8kxD8 Plug-in Night Light: https://amzn.to/49rzIRM Expo Markers: https://amzn.to/4icUQO2 Contact Lenses Cases: https://amzn.to/47Zo4uP Satin Pillow Case: https://amzn.to/43D7LCH Asobu Cold Brew Maker: https://amzn.to/47FiAqm Cold Brew Pitcher: https://amzn.to/4iaZj3B Rolling Cart: https://amzn.to/49JE9HR Whimsical Binder Clips: https://amzn.to/4r4s2uY Dryer Sheets: https://amzn.to/3JEDNYo Roomba: https://amzn.to/3LNLFY4 Tackle Box: https://amzn.to/43yHghN Whitening Moutwash: https://amzn.to/3LEDygB Grooming Kit (for the car): https://amzn.to/4roSEar VFM No Show Footie Sock: https://amzn.to/49Ps43G Hulken Bag: https://amzn.to/4r1HiIY Universal Fit Car Gap Filler: https://amzn.to/4oKSTKSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Aches, Parasite, Octane, Temp, Attach, and Enable break down the release of Black Ops 7 and the current Competitive Scene!

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Why "top-down" selling backfires in Japan's big companies — and what to do instead.  Is meeting the President in Japan a guaranteed win? No — unless the President is also the owner (the classic wan-man shachō), your "coup" meeting rarely converts directly. In listed enterprises and large corporates, executive authority is diffused by consensus-driven processes. Even after a warm conversation and a visible "yes," the purchase decision typically moves into a bottom-up vetting cycle that your initial sponsor doesn't personally shepherd. In contrast, smaller firms or founder-led groups may decide quickly, much like private U.S. SMEs or European Mittelstand. The trap is assuming a Western "economic buyer" model maps 1:1 to Japan's governance norms post-Abenomics (2013–2020) and as of 2025. Treat the Presidential meeting as a door-opener, not a done deal.  Do now: Reframe the "Prez" as an access node; design your plan for everything that happens after the elevator ride down. What actually happens after the big meeting? The President typically delegates "look into this" to a direct report, and your proposal enters an internal review pipeline. A junior staffer performs due diligence, then a section head reviews and either quietly stops the process or passes it up. If momentum builds, the division head circulates a ringi-sho (稟議書) with attached materials for cross-functional stamps (hanko). Each division repeats its own research — Finance, HR, Operations — before any re-contact with you. Compared with U.S. enterprise sales where a single VP can overrule, Japan's system prioritises organisational risk-sharing and face-saving. Expect additional nemawashi (root-binding) conversations you won't see. Every change to scope, pricing, or timing restarts the paper trail.  Do now: Ask early who will run due diligence, which divisions must stamp, and what the ringi packet must include. Why do direct reports sometimes ignore an explicit instruction? Because "check this out" isn't "make this happen" — the President's role usually ends at referral, not enforcement. In large firms (think Toyota-scale keiretsu or Rakuten-class digital groups), middle management owns process integrity. A public "order" in front of you may still be interpreted as permission to evaluate, not a mandate to buy. In the U.S., sellers might push back on "we'll think about it"; in Japan, they really do need to think — collectively. That's not stonewalling; it's governance. The deal can die silently at any stage if the section head sees mis-fit, poor timing (e.g., fiscal year planning in March), or brand risk. Your best lever is equipping mid-levels with a de-risked, spec-tight story that they can defend internally.  Do now: Translate the top-level promise into mid-level proof: ROI math, references in Japan, security/PII notes, and implementation flow. How long does the ringi cycle take, and what slows it down? Longer than Western sellers expect — and it resets with every material change. The ringi-sho builds consensus by circulating for stamps across affected divisions. Each unit repeats checks (vendor risk, budget fit, labour impact under Japan's 2023 work-style reforms, data residency for APAC, etc.). If you tweak scope or price, a fresh ringi often triggers. For comparison, an American SaaS deal might hit Legal once; in Japan, Legal, Information Systems, and HR may all run independent passes. Multi-site rollouts (retail, manufacturing) compound complexity versus single-site pilots. Sellers who rush or "pressure close" risk face loss among reviewers — a reputational cost that kills not just this deal but your next.  Do now: Time-box your asks, pre-bundle likely objections, and avoid last-minute scope surprises that force a re-circulation. How should you re-engineer your enterprise sales motion for Japan? Build a two-track play: executive alignment for vision + operator enablement for approvals. Track A (C-suite): anchor on strategy, external credibility (Japan references, security attestations), and clear business impact by quarter. Track B (middle-down): deliver a ringi-ready pack — problem framing, options matrix, risk mitigations, rollout plan, KPI table (adoption, uptime targets, ROI), and case miniatures from sectors like automotive, retail, and banking. Compared with Europe (works councils) or the U.S. (deal desk), Japan's reviewer set is broader; so your artefacts must be modular and stamp-friendly. Pro tip: craft a Japanese one-pager that a 25-year-old staffer can champion without fear.  Do now: Produce a bilingual ringi kit: exec summary, cost sheet, security appendix, phased pilot plan, and internal FAQ. What if the buyer is a founder-led or SME "one-man President"? Move fast — wan-man shachō environments can green-light on the spot, but still respect downstream implementers. Owner-operators (common in construction, logistics, specialised manufacturers) align closer to U.S. founder-CEO norms: if they decide, it happens. However, success still hinges on managers who must live with the tool or training. Win speed without burning adoption by pre-agreeing a post-signature cadence: kickoff, hands-on enablement, check-ins. Contrast: in multinationals and listed firms, assume consensus first, speed second. Use segmented pipelines and forecasting models for each archetype to avoid "phantom commits" based on executive enthusiasm alone.  Do now: Qualify leadership style early; if it's founder-led, offer rapid pilot + success plan; if it's listed, budget for consensus cycles. Quick internal checklist for a ringi-ready packet Executive one-pager (JP/EN) with outcome metrics and timeline Options matrix (do nothing vs. competitor vs. your solution) Security & compliance appendix (data flows, access, audit) Costing & ROI sheet (12–36 months, with sensitivity) Implementation playbook (roles, training, support SLAs) Reference mini-cases from Japan/APAC peers Do now: Attach this checklist to every enterprise proposal in Japan.  Conclusion: Stop "selling the Prez"; start enabling the process In Japan's large corporates, the President opens a door; the organisation makes the decision. Treat the executive meeting as your starting pistol, not the finish line. Win by equipping mid-levels to say "yes" safely, designing for ringicadence, and pacing your asks. In founder-led firms, move decisively — with respect for the managers who must land the change. That's how you convert enthusiasm into signed, implemented value in Japan, as of 2025.  FAQs Is aggressive closing effective in Japan? No. Pushy tactics create face risk for reviewers and can stall the ringi process; equip, don't pressure.  Do all Japanese companies work this way? No. Founder-led SMEs can decide top-down; listed and multinational firms lean consensus-first.  What documents speed approval? A bilingual, ringi-ready packet: exec summary, ROI, security, rollout, and references.  Next steps for leaders/executives Map the approval path (divisions, stamps, timelines). Build a standard ringi pack and local references. Train your team on Japan-specific cadence and language. Segment forecasts by "founder-led" vs. "listed corporate."  Author credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, which are widely followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan.

Head over to https://www.richmind.co/ to grab our free resources and also follow the podcast.   This episode provides a powerful and practical 3-step framework for building unstoppable habits to create your dream life. Inspired by the wisdom of Jim Rohn, Randy explains that the secret to having more is becoming more, and the key to becoming more is mastering your daily habits. He breaks down a simple yet effective system for eliminating bad habits and stacking good ones. Listeners will learn the "Zero Day Mindset" to ensure daily progress, the importance of conducting an "Environment Audit" to remove distractions and set yourself up for success, and how to create a "Reward Loop" to make new habits stick. This is a concise, no-fluff guide to transforming your life by transforming your daily actions.   Key Takeaways:   The foundation of building your dream life is mastering your daily habits. Step 1: The Zero Day Mindset. Commit to making at least some progress on your new habit every single day, no matter how small. Never let a day end at zero. Step 2: The Environment Audit. Proactively design your surroundings to make good habits easy and bad habits difficult. Remove distractions and set up visual cues for success. Step 3: The Reward Loop. Attach a meaningful, personal reward to the consistent practice of your new habit to reinforce the behavior and make it enjoyable. Habits are stackable; mastering one good habit (like journaling) makes it easier to build others in different areas of your life, such as health and productivity. Don't beat yourself up if you fall backward or miss a day. Acknowledge it, learn from it, and get right back on track without self-judgment.   Questions Answered in This Episode:   What is the secret to building habits that actually stick? How can I achieve my biggest goals faster and with more ease? What is the "Zero Day Mindset" and how can it guarantee daily progress? How does your physical environment affect your ability to build good habits? What are the best ways to design your environment for success? What is a "Reward Loop" and why is it essential for habit formation? How do you stay motivated when building a new habit that feels difficult? What is the one simple habit that can change the entire trajectory of your life?   Key People, Concepts, & Terms:   People: Randy Wilson, Jim Rohn. Concepts: Unstoppable Habits, Habit Stacking, Zero Day Mindset, Environment Audit, Reward Loop, Personal Development, Comfort Zone, Journaling. Programs Mentioned: Challenge to Succeed (Jim Rohn)

In this Episode: Episode: "Refocus to Rise" Series, Episode 2 Hosts: Mark Cardone and Theron Feidt Topic: Boosting Your Body and Energy The hosts frame this episode as a guide for anyone needing a "reset," particularly for the new year. The central idea is to shift focus away from traditional health metrics like weight and instead prioritize energy, which they define as the capacity to do important daily tasks, like playing with kids or being present with a spouse. Here are the three main steps discussed for increasing and managing your energy: 1. Audit Your Energy, Not Your Weight The hosts argue that focusing on the scale is "backwards" because energy is a more immediate and relevant metric. Weight can be misleading (e.g., a bodybuilder's high muscle mass), but you always know how your energy feels right now. Action: For one week, keep a simple log (in a notebook or phone) of when you feel low energy. Goal: Look for the "cause and effect." Do you crash at 10:30 a.m. every day? It might be the sugary donut you ate earlier. Is it after a specific meal? Tweak: Once you find a pattern, make one small tweak (e.g., swap the donut for nuts) and see how it impacts your energy levels. 2. Move with Purpose, Not Pressure This step is about integrating movement consistently without feeling overwhelmed. Action: Define your "non-negotiable minimums" for movement. This could be a 20-minute walk or 20 squats. Setting a small, achievable minimum often leads to doing more. Action: Use "habit stacking." Attach a small movement habit to something you already do. For example, do 20 squats while your coffee brews or you're waiting for the microwave. Action: Celebrate the action, not the result. Instead of focusing on the mirror or the scale, celebrate the fact that you were consistent and "did the thing" you said you would do. 3. Prioritize Recovery and Sleep The hosts emphasize that movement and workouts tear muscles down; recovery is where "the magic happens." Action: Create a "shutdown ritual." This is a 15–30-minute wind-down period before bed to relax your body (e.g., light stretching, reading a book, putting your phone away). Action: Schedule your wind-down. Put it in your calendar or set an alarm (e.g., 9:15 p.m.) to remind yourself to begin the ritual, as it's easy to forget when busy. Action: Focus on sleep quality over quantity. While the amount of sleep varies for everyone (it's not a weakness to need 8 hours), the quality is key. Ensure your room is dark, quiet, and cool. You can use trackers (watches, rings) to monitor your REM and deep sleep to see what's working.   ARN Suggested Reading: Blessings In the Bullshit: A Guided Journal for Finding the BEST In Every Day – by Mark Cardone & Theron Feidt https://www.amazon.com/Blessings-Bullshit-Guided-Journal-Finding/dp/B09FP35ZXX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=blessings+in+the+bullshit&qid=1632233840&sr=8-1 Full List of Recommended Books: https://www.achieveresultsnow.com/readers-are-leaders Questions? 1.   Do you have a question you want answered in a future podcast? 2.   Go to www.AchieveResultsNow.com to submit. Connect with Us: Get access to some of the great resources that we use at: www.AchieveResultsNow.com/success-store www.AchieveResultsNow.com www.facebook.com/achieveresultsnow www.twitter.com/nowachieve Thank you for listening to the Achieve Results NOW! Podcast.  The podcast that gives you immediate actions you can take to start seeing life shifting results NOW!

We waste no time getting into important stuff this episode - underwear and jammies. Mel has bathroom renovation woes and beef with her MIL. I give my best pitch for watching 'All's Fair' and we have a CALL OUT FOR YOU! Send us a (short) voice-note telling us about your favourite holiday tradition around food. Attach it, and the recipe send it to hello@makinganeffortpodcast.com and we'll feature it in an episode and compile the recipes!  The Making An Effort Podcast is a proud listener supported podcast! If you want access to bonus episodes (one coming this week!), weekly episode commentary, community chat, and provide input, we'd love you to consider supporting us at www.patreon.com/makinganeffortpodcast

Christmas is a time for celebration, joy, and the warmth of family traditions. This year, let's embrace the homemade spirit by creating a charming Christmas atmosphere using natural elements like orange slices and other delightful crafts. This podcast will guide you through crafting unique decorations, festive treats, and heartwarming gifts—all infused with the essence of the season. Grab your scissors, glue, and a hot cocoa as we dive into the merry world of homemade Christmas! 1. Gathering Your Materials To get started, you'll need a few essential materials to create your decorations and treats: - For Décor: - Dried orange slices - Cinnamon sticks - Pinecones (natural or painted) - Twine or ribbon - Craft glue - Scissors - For Treats: - Ingredients for cookies or gingerbread - Festive sprinkles or edible glitter - Small mason jars or bags for packaging - For Gifts: - Blank gift tags - Decorative paper - Craft materials for personalizing gifts 2. Creating Dried Orange Slice Ornaments Dried orange slices add a beautiful, natural element to your Christmas décor. The process of making these ornaments is simple and rewarding. Ingredients & Instructions: 1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). 2. Slice oranges into 1/4-inch thick rounds. 3. Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 4. Bake for 2-3 hours, turning them halfway through, until they are dry but not burnt. 5. Once dried, use a skewer to create a small hole at the top of each slice for hanging. 6. Thread twine through the hole and hang them on your tree, mantel, or around your home. These will not only look stunning but will also fill your space with a light citrus aroma. 3. Crafting a Cinnamon Stick Bundle Next, let's create a rustic decoration that will complement your dried orange slices: cinnamon stick bundles. Instructions: 1. Gather 3-5 cinnamon sticks and tie them together using twine or ribbon. 2. Attach a dried orange slice or a small pinecone to the bundle for added charm. 3. Use these bundles as chair decorations, table centerpieces, or even as gift toppers. These bundles capture the scent of Christmas and add a touch of elegance to your décor. 4. Baking Festive Treats No Christmas is complete without delicious treats! Consider baking cookies or gingerbread with your family. Simple Gingerbread Cookie Recipe: Ingredients: - 3 cups all-purpose flour - 1 tablespoon ground ginger - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon - 1/2 tablespoon ground cloves - 1 teaspoon baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened) - 3/4 cup brown sugar - 1/2 cup molasses - 1 egg Instructions: 1. In a bowl, mix together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. 2. In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar, then beat in the molasses and egg. 3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. 4. Refrigerate the dough for about 1 hour. 5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and roll out the dough on a floured surface. 6. Cut out shapes and place them on lined baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until firm. 7. Let them cool and decorate with icing and sprinkles. Package them in mason jars with a festive ribbon for a personal touch! 5. Personalizing Gifts with DIY Touch Once your decorations and treats are ready, it's time to wrap your gifts. Gift-Wrapping Ideas: - Use plain brown paper and decorate it with stamps or doodles. - Attach a bundle of dried orange slices and cinnamon sticks to your gifts for a beautiful, aromatic embellishment. - Handwrite gift tags with heartfelt messages. These simple yet personal touches will make your presents memorable and cherished. Merry Christmas

If Ps119 could speak it'd have a lot to say:It would say the spiritual life is not lived alone. It'd ask us to Attach to the people of God with the same grace that the Person of God has attached to you.It would say that believers have their feet in the butter tub of grace, and we'd best be living lives of gratefulness. Finally, it would say that suffering can actually be good.  There are things to grow from in the midst of it. I might even stretch toward gratefulness because of it.Subscribe and comment: https://youtu.be/eKKhynt8pQc

Christian College Sex Comedy: Part 26 A New Student (tribal) Council   In 30 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the podcast at Explicit Novels.             If you can't look in a mirror and laugh at yourself, cut off the light             "Can we put other restrictions on you?" Simone Brady prodded.   "This is not the 'Zane' show," Virginia Goodswell interjected. "We need to decide when the new Student government will meet, I suggest Tuesday nights, and how we are going to conduct business."   "We can start by deciding where we meet," Chastity spoke up. "I vote for Zane's place."   "What's wrong with the Assembly Hall, where we've always met?" Rhaine countered.   "Rhaine, you are drinking a Doctor Pepper, KayLeigh, you are drinking a grape juice, and Joy was eating a bowl of vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup when I got here," Hope snickered. "You have hot plates and microwaves too, if needed."   Rhaine, Joy, and KayLeigh, all Traditionalists, looked guilty. They also looked like they treasured their creature comforts because they weren't running for the door.   "It is a nice place," KayLeigh admitted.   "And you don't get to come back up here otherwise," Rio grinned evilly. "This floor is devoted to the freshman class."   "There are a lot of upperclassmen up here right now," Rhaine pointed out.   "Those are what you would call 'friends'," Rio sneered. "If you weren't freaking evil, you might have some."   "Please don't put it that way," I requested of Rio. Rio had every reason to be cranky. Mercy looked even more exhausted sitting at her side.   "Zane will arrange the room to fit your needs," Christina finally spoke, "I guarantee it."   "You think you can control him?" Rhaine shot back.   "I'm not afraid of him; he's not some wild beast. I ask him to do things for me and he does," Christina chided Rhaine. "He is like any other freshman; it is that simple."   "He's rather mouthy for a freshman," Hannah joked.   "Well, maybe if you put my mouth to other uses," I bantered back. There was a moment of silence followed by Dana Gorman taking up her bottled water and walking over to me. She smiled down at my seated form while she poured out the remaining water onto my crown.   "Cool off, Casanova," Dana cautioned me playfully before returning to her seat.   "Exactly why do you keep her around again?" Rio slapped my shoulder.   "Can you imagine how insufferable Christina would be if Coach didn't keep her in line?" I smiled. Christina rolled her eyes while Rio chuckled. Virginia stood up and cleared her throat.   "I want to make sure that all the ladies, plus Zane, plan to make this experiment work. It is rather pointless to proceed if any of you can't be honest now," Virginia, my Spiritual Advisor, poled the audience. Most of the girls looked around to see who would do what but no one jumped.   "I think it is safe to say that we students will stay true to the Vice Chancellor's plan, though this is not an endorsement of Zane, his conduct, or even his continued presence here," Rhaine spoke for the group.   "With that settled, we can call it a night," Doctor Kennedy declared. "Ladies, consider what issues we need to deal with so we can bring them up next Tuesday night, 9 pm."   "Who do we send the itinerary to?" Simone inquired.   "Zane," Hudson Lane volunteered me.   "I nominate Faith De Young (of Christina's inner circle) to be our Secretary of Record, if she wants the job," I said. Faith looked completely taken off-guard but nodded quickly.   "I'll do it," she made clear. The meeting broke up soon after with most of the student leadership departing. Dana, Hudson, and Christina & company hung around a little longer.   "Not the Glamorous Gremlin?" Rio teased me on my choice of Secretary. She gasped and nearly fell over right after that. Iona smiled softly and shook her head. She realized that she was still a freshman and her day would come.   "Ah, here's one of the controllers," Heaven gave a devilish smile as she handed the device over to Rio. Miraculously, the other three sexual wonders were also handed over, ending the threat of torture for the day.   "I see a spanking machine in you bitches' future," Rio snarled at Chastity, Hope, Heaven, Faith, and Christina.   "I swear, I tried to get one of those damn things all day long," Valarie griped. "You would think that after setting this up, someone would have given me one, but no, I am a freshman so I don't get to play the game."   "It was you!" Rio screamed, and lunged at Valarie, who comically batted her away as Vivian and Mercy intervened.   "Yes," Val laughed, "but it was Iona who figured out how to have captured your days by enlisting the aid of classmates with video phones. I can tell today's footage is going to be a classic."   "Why did you do it?" Vivian asked Valarie.   "I had revenge on Rio and made Mercy ecstatically happy; it was a win-win," Val grinned vindictively. It was a credit to Rio's berserk nature that no one asked what Rio had done to warrant revenge; everyone automatically assumed that Valarie was justified.   "Everyone's sympathy is under-whelming," Rio grumbled. "Come on, Mercy, let's get these things off."   "Do we have to?" Mercy pleaded softly. Hell, I imagine she could barely stand but apparently, her limit to sexual overstimulation was unconsciousness. Rio used one finger to hook Mercy's collar and pulled her close.   "How dare you talk back," Rio whispered, but I was close enough to hear. "I was going to settle for the vibrating nipple clamps that arrived today but now I'm thinking a few dozen paddle blows, to each cheek, are in your future, you annoying little bitch."   Annoying was Mercy and Rio's code word for 'love'; Rio simply couldn't stand the 'L' word.   "Vibrating nipple clamps?" Christina was both confused and amused. "Where do you people come up with this stuff?"   "Adam and Eve," Rio shot back without batting an eye. "Wait until I have Mercy's nipples and lips pierced; then the real fun begins."   "I don't think Mercy should have her lips pierced," Vivian suggested forcefully. "They'd be glaringly obvious." Rio groaned and sighed.   "Not those lips," Rio clarified. "The other ones, you know, labia, cunt lips, cunt etc." There was a pregnant pause in the room. "Attach vibrator wires to those bad boys and Wow! Let the magic begin."   Mercy and Rio really were made for each other; they were both salivating at the prospect. Thankfully, I saw Cassandra hovering around and looking ready for me to start playing towel boy.   "Ladies, one last duty to perform and then my day is done," I attempted my exit.   "Zane, is it alright if I spend the night?" Hope ambushed me.   "Of course," I smiled, because I'm a fucking idiot who is an embarrassment to the very concept of the mentally challenged and a parody of every teen boy date flick. I was already spending time with Iona, Paige, Barbie Lynn, and now Hope.   Maybe I can find a way to have a secret government space array shoot an earthquake laser at my feet so a pit opens up underneath me and I plummet to a fiery death at the Earth's core. Maybe I watch too much bad TV.   "Iona, did my Viagra arrive yet," I teased my buddy. "I'm going to need a pill tonight."   "Oh, Zane, I don't think we have any but I'll go online and see what I can get for you," Iona replied in all seriousness.   "I know some guys who smuggle them in from Mexico," Valarie offered. "I'll make some calls."   "That is so cool!" Barbie Lynn clapped her hands. "Now he'll never go down. I can ride him all night long." She hugged me while a fearful vision of my desiccated, sperm-drained husk lying open-eyed and lifeless on my bed danced before my eyes.   "Zane?" Cassandra called out.   "Oh, yes, towel boy and bikini selection," I muttered. I gravitated her way, took her hand, and led her to my room.   "What's that about?" Vivian mused.   "Handmaiden's Duty," Iona informed the ladies. "He picks out a bikini for her and acts as pool boy while she's in the Jacuzzi."   "I hope someone cleans that thing from time to time," Faith shuddered.   "Every morning at ten o'clock it is drained and cleaned, and the filter cleaned every Monday," Iona droned on without even looking up. The rest of that exchange was lost as I retreated to my bedroom.   What followed could be blamed on Cassandra accidently dropping her drink in the Jacuzzi and me having to retrieve it; it was an unopened soda can. Or maybe it could be blamed on the surprisingly conservative (for my room) white and black striped bikini she wore. Whatever was the catalyst, inside five minutes I had Cassandra out of her suit, front to front, her crotch pressing me against the side of the Jacuzzi with my head barely above water while she rode my face in a pattern and energy that reminded me of Hawaii's North Shore.   Cassandra was pounding the back of my head against the wood wall as she drove her cunt over my lips and tongue again and again.   "Oh, Baby, you are so much better than my fingers," she communicated with an erotic growl. "Keep it up, keep it up!" She was the one in the control of the sexual rhythm so I was not sure what else I might do but keep licking and sucking as hard as I could.   I was finally able to run a hand along her chocolate flesh until I managed to push against her sternum and got her to roll her shoulders back. That allowed me to start massaging and stroking one of her breasts while my other hand got between her legs from behind and gently penetrated her cunt.   "Za, za, za, Zane!" she screamed out. Note to self: Add earplugs to my Must Have List.   Cassandra slathered my nose, lips, and chin with her rather scalding, light to the tongue and tasty fluids. If she wasn't still trying to give me a concussion with her hips I might have enjoyed it more. As her orgasm dissipated, she slid down my body with a sated sigh. Her legs were outside mine so as she descended, her cunt came to rest on my Speedo-encased cock. Saying that my cock was hard would be like saying snow is cold or the English love their soccer; pretty much a given.   Her eyes grew wide when she realized where she rested. She's a senior and a virgin in a Christian Girl's school, she began humping me, of course. Being Cassandra, she began humping me hard and thumping her way to another climax.   "Zane, I am totally rethinking you being allowed on campus," Cassandra panted.   "Is this a good thing or a bad thing?" I wondered. At this time I had one finger lightly in her cunt as my other hand tenderly tweaked one of her nipples.   "Oh, I think every junior and senior should have their own personal freshman boy to keep under control with a strong hand," she grinned while she kept working my rod over with her cunt.   "Wouldn't it be nice if we developed a peaceful, platonic relationship based on mutual trust and respect?" I suggested hopefully. Cassandra gave a deep, throaty laugh.   "You're funny, but no," she grinned evilly. "After all, if that was the case, I couldn't do this: Zane, suck my other nipple, suck it hard, while I play with your fat phallus." Oh yeah, I love the way this is going (insert internalized weeping).   She worked out my cock painfully fast and began rubbing it deeply between her labia, to the point I felt the tightness of her vaginal walls on my cockhead.   "Zane, you know a whole lot about the sex stuff," she stated. "What's a cock ring?" Oh, HELL No! I have enough difficulty ejaculating as is. The last thing I need is something that allows another to make the prospects of my ejaculation even dimmer.   "It's a device, a ring, that is placed over the base of the cock to restrict blood flow, thus allowing longer erections," I grudgingly confessed. "Thinking about getting one, as a Christmas present, for someone out of state?"   "So, you could have intercourse, for a long time, and not ejaculate, so a girl would be, safe, in fucking you raw?" Cassandra's voice was becoming more strained.   "Technically, yes, but a little music, some hand-holding, and dinner at McDonald's would suffice in getting me aroused," I tried to explain. "There is no need for, something like that."   "Zane, clearly God put you, on this campus as a test for, true believers," Cassandra related, "And every woman here needs, to be tested, A Lot!" she screamed out her second orgasm of the night.   My hands raced down to grab each luscious buttock before her spasms caused her to slip down my cock and make her virginity a thing of the past. When my cock slapped against my stomach, I held Cassandra tight until she calmed down.   "You need to stay on campus during the weekends," Cassandra moaned with content exhaustion, "so we can use you more often."   "Why do you think I flee campus every weekend?" I thought. If she had her way, I'd be walking around with an IV in my arm and popping Viagra like M&M's. I chose life! If you think I am a coward, step up and take my place. I'll sneak back into the cemetery at night and put a flower on your headstone. You can take that permanent smile etched on your face to your grave, He-Man.   "I have to ask: What brought this on?" I inquired.   "I received one of Mercy's controls and we shared the next class," Cassandra confessed. "She glowed with such pleasure I thought she would pass out. I was suddenly curious."   "I had nothing to do with that," I groaned. "I swear, it wasn't me." Cassandra placed one hand on each side of my face.   "Zane, it wasn't you, I know that," she smiled, "but it is your presence that allowed something like that, her ability to experience that level of pleasure, that I want to experience. I have to go now. I need to report to the other girls what it was like so we can figure out what to do with you next."   You know, if I had been paranoid, I would have been right, people are plotting against me. Cassandra stood up and stepped onto the bench so that I was once more facing her puffy, somewhat abused cunt lips before she swung one leg over me and exited the tub. I closed my eyes and let my head hang over the side, facing up.   "Towel boy," Cassandra taunted me. I looked at her. Cassandra was dripping wet and she was extending a towel my way. I pulled my own tired ass out of the Jacuzzi and tenderly buffed her excellent body until she was dry. She gave me one last kiss, dressed, and virtually skipped out of my domain, happy, arrogant and plotting my demise.   I cleaned up, dealt with the Jacuzzi, and took in my surroundings. The only witnesses to my congress and conversation with Cassandra were Dana Gorman and Hudson Lane, my voyeuristic adult female 'friends'.   Dana pulled me over as I walked passed her. Hudson Lane had gone off to get some drinks.   "You and Gabrielle, ?"   "You have no respect for my survival instincts, do you?" I chuckled.   "Not really," Dana smirked.   "Fine," I groaned in feigned annoyance. "She wanted to talk so we talked, nothing else happened."   "She beat you up, didn't she?" Gorman persisted.   Another deep sigh on my part came out before I confessed, "Yes. Why do you ask?"   "I wanted to smack you around from the first day I met you," Dana laughed. "I think Ms. Black has done admirably not beating you black and blue before now."   "Has yet another girl beaten Zane up?" Hudson angled around to sit next to Dana. "The consistency of the femdom attitudes at this school is frightening."   "Don't throw stones, Ms. Lane," Dana warned her. "You, Zane, and Ms. Messier, the lawyer Ms. Buchanan hired to help Zane when he went to jail, I was head of security when it happened and I know when Ms. Messier arrived on campus, where she stayed, and when she, and you, left this dorm."   "You never said anything to Chancellor Bazz?" Hudson worried.   "No," Dana responded. "You three are adults, and ruining your career here wouldn't have made expelling Zane any easier. I wasn't the sex police."   "Thank you," Hudson smiled. "I now have another reason to be happy Zane championed your cause with the Board of Directors." She touched Dana on her thigh.   "It's not going to happen, Lane," Dana informed the lawyer while opening her V-8. "I've had a long time to figure out that I'm not attracted to women." Wow, Dana knew that Hudson was bi-sexual and didn't care. That was another big plus for Dana in my book.   "That's what Brigitte Messier thought as well," Hudson winked. "It turns out a little bit of Zane goes a long way to loosening up a girl's morals and expanding their horizons."   "I repeat, it is not going to happen," Dana shook her head. "Zane's a student and I'm a teacher. Perhaps the day he graduates, I'll kidnap him for a long, frustration-relieving weekend. I haven't had sex in eight years and watching him work really stresses my resolve."   "You could always join me in the hot tub," I offered. I wasn't sure how serious I was. I also wasn't sure how bad a concussion Cassandra had given me.   "Zane, do you have any idea of what I would do to you if I focused all my pent up sexual fury onto that body of yours?" Dana threatened. I gulped.   "Does it start with me tying you down?" I suggested sweetly. Hudson was looking really intrigued by this. I was beginning to believe she had this erotic attraction to 'turning' straight girls, most likely mirroring her own Law School experiences.   "What do you think?" she glared. Dana was becoming seriously aroused.   "I guess my only other question is if I can outrun you," I joked. Dana kept staring.   "Zane," Hudson snickered, "do you realize that your swimsuit is basically transparent when wet?"   "No, I didn't," I gulped once more. My package was less than a foot from Dana's lips. "Sorry, I'll be going to bed now," I backed up.   "That's a really nice ass," Dana sighed as I turned away.   "It is even nicer to touch," Hudson commented.   "It's not happening, Lane," Dana grumbled.   "Oh, you will come around," Hudson Lane laughed softly. "I have faith in Zane." Dana growled in rebuttal.   When I rounded the first cut-back leading to my bedroom, I heard and smelled sex, suddenly, sneaking off to Gabrielle Black's place and hiding out for the night sounded like a good idea, barring her killing me, of course. I sorted out the noises as I moved around until the room came into full view.   Reminder number one: Check the God Damn air filters!   Where the fuck do I begin?   On the far side of the bed, Mercy was on her knees, head down on a pillow with her painfully ecstatic face looking toward me. That was how I could tell she had been gagged. Her wrists were handcuffed behind her back, she was moaning and sweating up a storm, and her whole aura emanated with tantric excitement.   In case you might be wondering where her Mistress was: Rio was straddling Mercy's back, ass resting on Mercy's neck (by the tension in her thighs, Rio wasn't pressing down hard thankfully) and facing her playmate's highly vulnerable posterior.   "Hold out a little longer, my slut," Rio egged Mercy on quietly as she paddled those beautiful exposed ass cheeks, apparently in a random fashion.   And now it gets weird(er): Behind Mercy, facing Rio, wielding a strap-on with firm, slow, and steady strokes, was Paige. For the love of the Almighty, should I be quarantined as an immorality contagion? It wasn't like Paige was an angel but she was taking a few giant steps to proficiently wielding an artificial cock into a bound girl's bunghole. The fact that Rio and Paige despised each other continued warping my perception of events.   Barbie Lynn (farthest away in the closest group), Vivian, and Valarie were on the near side of the sheets. They weren't actually having sex but were talking in low voices with the occasional running of a hand through a companion's hair or tracing a finger from hip to thigh. It was sensual without being pornographic. It also appeared to be something they all three were enjoying.   In the middle section of my sleeping platform (it is an awesomely big bed) was Iona and Hope, who were doing a little more than cuddling together in quiet conversation. Hope stroked Iona's head compassionately as Iona gently teased and suckled on Hope's left breast. Every ounce of my experience cried out to me that Iona had initiated the sexual contact. That boggled the mind, right up there with Hope allowing a near stranger such intimate contact.   "Hey, Lover," Barbie Lynn gifted me with a sultry leer, "are you going to take that off or are you going to allow him to bust out on his own?" Bathing suit, cock, raging erection; got it. I yanked off my speedo fast enough to make my skin burn. I wrapped it up in a towel before tossing them in the clothes hamper.   I quickly plotted out my journey, figuring out where I was supposed to end up. I was giving up the illusion that I controlled events because if I was created in God's image and that was the reason God wanted men to rule over women, then I think God was really Goddess and Heaven's soul had it right, change sides.   Valarie gave me a fearless grin as I climbed over her on my way to the middle. She shifted so that her breasts swayed from side to side. I took in the view before kissing her and moving on.   "Try to settle things down by eleven, Zane," Vivian requested. I nodded and then kissed the tip of her nose, which she returned by kissing my forehead. It was very motherly of her, barring the fact that the sheets barely covered her pubic region and every exposed bit of her looked scrumptious.   My last hurdle was Barbie Lynn, and that was an obstacle in more than just the physical sense. She knew how to stretch and yawn just right for making my blood boil with lust and my vision cloud with desire.   "You will come back to me, Zane," she said with brazen tenderness. "Now go on and take care of the others who need you now." Best Blonde Bombshell ever.   As I settled behind Hope who was still facing Iona, I took it slow to let her instincts understand that I wasn't a threat but desirous of her.   "What's going on here?" I inquired delicately. "Hope, I didn't think you liked Iona all that much? And Iona, you have become much more confident in the past month; I like it."   "Zane, Iona is one of the bravest freshmen I've ever met. She's never backed down from a challenge and is smart enough to fight the battles she can win and send others to win the one's she can't," Hope explained. "I have admired her for some time."   "I know you wanted Hope to be put at ease," Iona related. "She's surrounded by people she has minimal familiarity with. I reasoned that I could help her adjust by doing what you do."   "Sexy, clever, lethal girls; this is definitely going on my Santa Wish List," I grinned. I was trying to settle in behind Hope when she wiggled around onto her back and indicated she wanted me to move between her and Iona. I was hardly in the mood to refuse and soon, both ladies were nestled in my arms. I was thinking about the next step when the situation around Mercy increased in energy and volume.   Hope pushed halfway over my chest and Iona turned away from me so they could watch the proceedings. Mercy was shivering like a leaf in a thunderstorm. Rio moved up so that her face was inches away from Paige's. I could see Paige contemplating her next action before she leaned into Rio. They each placed a hand behind the other's head to keep them close as they kissed.   "You smart-ass hooker," Rio snickered. "What flavor is that?" Mercy was cresting toward her orgasm unattended while Rio made small talk with Paige.   "Mango, lip balm and mouth wash," Paige beamed triumphantly. Rio snorted.   "Really start hammering the bitch," Rio ordered/requested. Paige nodded. She slowly drew back until only the tip of the fake phallus remained in Mercy's rectum before savagely slamming it all the way in as hard as she could.   Mercy squealed through her gag and began to violently spasm. Rio dismounted Mercy and flopped beside her partner's head.   "Don't you dare lose it, Cum-Bunny," Rio pressed Mercy. "Disappoint me and you will get nothing until the weekend. I won't let you touch anyone, even yourself. Are we clear?"   Mercy sobbed and nodded while her body teetered on the precipice of total collapse. Paige was displeased with Mercy's resistance and began spanking her thighs and buttocks hard enough to leave imprints. Rio kept stroking Mercy's hair and urging her to hang on. At the pinnacle of the moment I knew Mercy could not go on, Rio spoke softly into her ear.   "You annoying whore," she said, "I am so proud to be with you. Don't ever leave, now cum." Mercy's resulting climax was so powerful that her muscle spasms knocked Paige back on her heels knocking the strap-on mostly out of her ass. Mercy squirted, really squirted, onto Paige's lap, with even more juice shooting and coating Mercy's thighs and my sheets.   Up front, Mercy was cursing up a storm through her gag, grinding the fabric between her teeth with tears streaming out of her clenched eyes. Before her thrashing subsided, Rio had pulled the gag off and was kissing her fiercely on the lips, again and again. Mercy curled into a ball and Rio immediately wrapped her arms and legs around her Sub, keeping her presence light but comforting.   Rio saw our attention being directed their way and mouthed: 'Best Bitch Ever!' using her eyes to exaggerate the force of the words. Paige was still looking over the sticky mess that she had become.   "Put the contraption to soak in the big sink and take a shower," I suggested. Paige could see no flaw in my suggestion so she gave me a wink, unstrapped the device, and made her way out of the room.   When my eyes snapped back from watching a naked Paige exit, I saw that Hope's focus was on me.   "That looked fun," Hope stated clinically. "It is not for me but it definitely looked like they all felt, cleaner in a spiritual sense when they were done. I would never have suspected. In fact, I thought being bound was debasing and weak."   "It is called bondage and it is part of a sexual practice called BDSM, bondage, discipline, sadomasochism," I explained. "It definitely isn't for everyone, and certainly isn't as bizarre as Iona's furry fetish."   "Zane," Hope glared, "I saw a CSI episode on furries and you can't be an Asian or Asian-American high school girl in the United States and not know about cosplay; Iona and I are not into either one of those lifestyles I'm pretty sure."   While Hope was distracting me with her knowledge of other sexual subcultures, Iona snuck a hand beneath me and pinched my right ass cheek.   "Ow," I jumped. "What was that for, Beautiful?" I pleaded to Iona.   "I wanted to?" she responded meekly.   "That sounds like a perfectly good reason to me," I smiled. I would be somewhat offended if it was someone else but Iona was special; like Rio, she would always have my back, but unlike my chaotic fiend, she never abused my trust (or so I thought).   "Do me a favor?" Iona requested.   "Sure, anything for you," I answered right off the bat.   "Make her happy," Iona's eyes sparkled as the flickered to Hope. "Tickle my ear when you finish."   "Sure," I sighed with feigned regret, "if I have to."   "Thank you, Iona," Hope snorted in amusement, "I've got it from here."   "Nite-nite," Iona yawned, then rolled over and pretended to drop off to sleep. Like that was going to happen anytime soon!   "What no-, Hope got out before I rolled on top of her. I used one leg to wedge hers open, then settled between them as I lowered my body down. Hope looked at me quizzically.   "Touch me wherever you like," I instructed. I showed her what I meant by kissing her cheek, then edging around to suck on her earlobe.   Hope led off with her fingertips running along the muscles of my forearms and following a twisted trail up to my shoulders. With equal care, she began rubbing her toes along my calves, up to my knees and lower thighs. This had the added benefit of rotating her hips so that her pubic hair scratched along the veins of the base of my cock.   "You know this is going to make field work with you far more difficult," Hope murmured.   "Now you know what I've been going through for a month," I teased her back. "Now you know how I feel naked under your touch and so do I."   "You touch yourself much?" Hope giggled. Iona did her best to smother her own mirthful reaction.   "Maybe you should come to my bed more often to keep my hands otherwise occupied," I suggested. Hope arched her back, thrusting her breasts into my chest and laughed lyrically.   "Touch ," Hope conceded. "I wondered if I was imposing on your hospitality, wanting to spend tonight with you. Now I'm feeling as if I've been lured in and seduced by your masculine wiles."   "Zane, manipulating somebody!" Valarie gave a comedic gasp. "Well, there is always a first time for our ham-handed Lothario to launch a plot that doesn't involve him getting an extra fish stick for dinner."   "Ham-handed," Barbie Lynn mused. "His fingers are smoking but hardly ham-like," which she emphasized by rubbing her hand over her crotch.   "Do you often stick smoked country ham between your thighs, Barbie-Baby?" Valarie taunted.   "Only when your magic tongue and fingers aren't available," Barbie Lynn volleyed right back.   "Oh, you did not say that!" Valarie choked. She vaulted on top of Barbie Lynn and the two started wrestling. Vivian scooted toward the edge and fended off the combatants from rolling over her.   "When we graduate and drag you back to our dungeon to live, are you going to miss other bed partners having these mid-coital conversations?" Hope smirked.   "You underestimate your ability to focus my attention," I countered. When you are in bed with someone, you are in bed with THAT person, or so I believe. Hope's look sizzled, her body heated up, and she pulled me so close and tight, I couldn't make out any details beyond her eyes.   "I hate them," Hope purred.   "Who?" I worried. You don't want one good friend to hate another good friend. You really don't want a good friend with marksmanship skills out the ass not liking someone you have become attached to.   "Christina and Heaven," she sighed, but I knew she wasn't serious. "Christina because you would rather be with her and Heaven because she has you."   "Hope," I maneuvered so I could stroke her cheek, "I can't promise you or anyone else anything beyond this school year. Neither one of us qualifies as 'normal' by any definition of the word. I certainly like being with you, if that matters, and not just in bed. You are beautiful, intense, and serious in a way we shouldn't be."   "Serious is not the most intimate of descriptions," Hope joked, "but I think I know what you mean. As chaotic as your life is, I think we balance each other out." I didn't need words to agree with that; I let us return to our game of touch, kiss, and lick. We were getting back into a playful tempo when the fight between Valarie and Barbie Lynn ended.   There was no hot, spontaneous lesbian eruption; it devolved into Valarie having Barbie Lynn pinned with her wrists on the pillow held over her head. Valarie was trying to administer a 'Wet Willy' (sticking a finger, or tongue, into your opponent's ear) and finally succeeding.   "I give, I give," squealed Barbie Lynn. "Anything, just stop."   "Anything?" Valarie prodded suggestively. Barbie Lynn's very ample bosom heaved with each deep breath she took, which had the effect of rubbing them in circles against Valarie's dangling breasts.   "Come with me to the Southwest this summer," Valarie demanded. Barbie Lynn was still giving it serious thought when Paige came traipsing back in, drying her hair.   "Where in the Southwest?" Paige inquired. Valarie sat up on Barbie Lynn and looked over her shoulder at the albino lass.   "West of Laredo, East of the Pacific, South of Denver and North of Mexico," Valarie answered. "Sant Fe, Vegas, the Painted Desert, places like that." I didn't see coming what happened next.   "Valarie, would you consider allowing to me come along?" Paige asked politely.   "You really want to impress Zane that much?" Valarie divined Paige's intention.   "That, and he's most likely going with Rio as well," Paige responded, "so you are going to need all the help you can get." Rio didn't respond verbally, Mercy was still recovering, but glared with venom.   "What do you add to our little expedition?" Valarie asked.   "I'll do it," Barbie Lynn interjected. "I wasn't sure what I was going to do after graduation but seeing more of the world will do me good, and I hear it is cold in the desserts at night and I don't want Zane to catch a chill," she adds with a smile.   "I speak Spanish, plus a strong understanding of electronics, botany, and computers," Paige continued with a twinge of annoyance toward Barbie.   "Fine, both are in. We are getting our rides tomorrow afternoon at five," Valarie announced.   "Zane," Hope whispered, "I appreciate the silence of our first date now more than ever."   "We can go back to your place?" I offered.   "Oh, Chastity would love that," Hope snickered playfully. "I'm afraid if you don't ravish her in the next few weeks, she is going to rape Heaven."   "I'll keep that in mind, but right now I want to be where I am, with you," I kissed Hope's nose.   "Can I try something, Zane?" Hope turned serious and introspective.   "Of course," I said.   "Paige, come over here with me," Barbie Lynn suggested. The blonde wiggled over so that Valarie fell to the far side and indicated that Paige should join her.   "You only want to sex up my body," Paige accused Barbie Lynn, as she hopped onto the foot of the bed and put her fists defiantly on her hips.   "But of course I do, Paige-shugah," Barbie Lynn licked her lips, "now get over here and give me a taste."   "Oh. In that case, Paige scampered over and reclined next to the dynamite blonde. Barbie Lynn had a strong, subtly alluring persona while Paige was constantly aggressive.   "A naked Paige Zeller sexual molesting an equally naked Barbie Lynn Masters will go down as yet another thing I never thought I'd see," Hope mused.   "Be careful who you think is molesting who," I cautioned Hope. A few seconds later Paige shook and fluttered. Barbie Lynn had slid a stealthy hand between Paige's thighs.   "Oh, someone's been a bad little kitty," Barbie Lynn cooed, "A bad, soaking wet little kitty." Paige hiccupped, then shuddered again. "Does kitty need to be petted," Barbie asked as she stroked Paige's love box, "or does kitty need to be spanked?" And Barbie Lynn spanked Paige's cunt lightly, making Paige jerk.   "Master, I stand corrected," Hope nodded her head to me in respect of my sexual insight.   "You wanted to do something?" I brought Hope back on track.   "Yes, Zane, yes I did," Hope smiled. "Please lie on your back and close your eyes." It was my turn to nod as I complied with her wishes. She settled her haunches on my crotch and waited a moment.   First was a kiss, followed in slow progression by a finger, nose, earlobe, toe, two fingers coated in her juices, two fingers coated in Paige's juices, a nipple (most likely the right), her other nipple coated in Barbie Lynn's juices, Valarie's tongue (given away by the movement toward me), Hope's tongue, her other big toe, and ending with her lips and tongue. The anticipation of what was coming next was fun. As Hope reclined on top of me, Mercy finally began to stir.   "Were you a good little tramp tonight?" Rio panted hungrily at her partner.   "Yes, I, was I?" Mercy rasped. She was fighting to stay awake, her fatigue a heavy burden to bear.   "The Slut will say 'Yes Mistress; yes I was allowed to be good tonight'," Rio nuzzled Mercy's neck, ear, and jaw.   "Yes, Mistress," Mercy purred. "My wonderfully annoying Mistress allowed me to be good tonight." Rio spanked Mercy's burning hot ass flank hard. Mercy flinched and cried out in pain.   "Did I tell you to adlib, you annoying, frustrating skank," Rio taunted her, "or is my whore clever enough to sneak in an undeserved spanking?"   Mercy buried her face in a pillow but I could swear she was smiling.   "Nipple clamps for you in the morning, and I'm getting those bitches pierced on Saturday, got it?" Rio clarified the point by rolling each nipple between her forefinger and thumb. Mercy nodded but kept her face in the pillow. "Fine, let's get underneath the covers. Snuggle up with me to keep me warm, and you had better suckle my nipples.   Rio took up her normal sleeping area, avoiding the wet spot, with Mercy at her side, her tongue playing with Rio's left nipple.   "Mercy," Rio whispered. Mercy kept tongue-flicking the nipple but looked up.   "You rock," Rio said even softer. Mercy pulled more of her weary body over Rio as the nipple play continued and Rio began stroking her paramour's hair lovingly. In that relationship, it was getting harder to determine who the 'better' half was.   I searched around blindly for some lube, which had 'mystically' migrated under Barbie Lynn's pillow.   "Hope, put some oil on my cock and on your ass cleft," I told my Korean princess. She barely broke her iron mask of indifference before taking the bottle and doing as directed. I caught sight of Valarie, Vivian, and Barbie Lynn all peeking my way.   I imagined it was the curiosity about my apparent decision to 'break' Hope in anally.   "Hope, point my cock up and mount it," I directed. In theme with the game the two of us played, Hope took my commands without question, even to the point where her virginity was in question.   "Push it back," I stopped Hope's decent as it contacted her rather moist slit. She pushed back a little. Being a virgin, she probably wasn't sure where in the cunt, a cock should penetrate. "Farther back," I insisted, then again, "no, still farther." I felt my rod separate her ass cheeks as Hope slid on down. Only when her now soaking mound settled on my pubic bone did she figure out the game.   "Ah, that's cold," Valarie whispered to Vivian and Barbie Lynn.   "No ass sex for Hope tonight," lamented Barbie Lynn. My precious blonde really loved anal sex. I put my hands on Hope's hips to support her.   "Now ride me, Hope," I smiled. "Give me everything you've got."   Hope started out slow, working out a rhythm that pushed my shaft and cockhead as deep along her ass crack as possible. She even stopped for a moment and applied more lube. Soon she was thrusting hard back and up quickly, then allowing a long, leisurely ride back to my crotch. She bounced down on me again and again, her resounding impact on my crotch becoming a wetter, smacking sound.   Hope was powerful, vibrant, and strong; she needed little of the guidance provided by my hands on her hips. I decided to move my right hand to her finely groomed pubic hair, then to her soft pubic flesh itself. I alternated between splitting her lips open and massaging her clit. With my left hand, I coaxed stimulation from her right areola and nipple.   This time, instead of scarring me, Hope wrapped her fingers in her hair. She gave a few desperate convulsions, then her whole body tensed backwards.   "Zane! Oh, fuck!" she screamed. Her ass cheeks tried to squeeze my cock in a steel-tight vise but fortunately, the lube caused it to pop free before those buns of steel could turn my man-meat into ground beef (sometimes I visualize too graphically).   "I wouldn't believe it if I wasn't seeing it with my own eyes," Vivian sighed. "A girl comes to a boy

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Most men are working hard, providing, producing — but not necessarily happy. In this Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler shares six practical principles to help you rediscover joy and meaning in your life. From cutting toxic influences to reconnecting with purpose, this episode helps you break out of burnout and live with more fulfillment. Whether you're frustrated, exhausted, or simply drifting, this conversation will help you recalibrate your priorities and bring more joy into every area of your life. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why so many men feel unhappy despite “doing everything right” The real reason joy isn't selfish — it's essential How to identify people who lift you up vs. those who drain you Why you must remove toxic activities to make room for happiness How minimalism creates margin for peace and purpose The importance of saying yes to adventure and interesting experiences How to attach your work to a deeper mission Why serving others is the ultimate path to joy Resources & Links Mentioned: Join The Iron Council – our exclusive brotherhood for men: www.orderofman.com/ironcouncil Follow Ryan on Instagram → @ryanmichler SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction 01:00 - Why so many men are unhappy                            02:20 - What's the point if you're not joyful?                 04:59 - Finding meaningful work                                07:08 - Step 1 – Only spend time with people who fulfill you   09:15 - Step 2 – Eliminate toxic activities & find margin      11:38 - Step 3 – Have fewer things                             16:29 - Step 4 – Say yes to things that make life interesting  18:59 - Step 5 – Attach your work to a mission                 26:09 - Step 6 – Be selfless and serve others                  32:06 - Final message – Take action and find joy           Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

Hour 1 Former Ute QB Brian Johnson Utah run defense vs. BYU rushing offense CFB rivalry week weather report from Kevin Eubank Hans Olsen, Scott Garrard, Coach Ron McBride & Alema Harrington Hour 2 Rivalry memories Utah found an offense Rivalry misc Hour 3 Former BYU DB Nate Soelberg remembers the 2003 snow game betwee Utah-BYU Rivalry importance Final thoughts

JD Fiscus (nerding.io) shares how a late-night hack connecting MCP to n8n exploded to ~1M downloads, then demos practical MCP workflows: indexing YouTube channels for Q&A, and auto-building n8n flows from natural language. We dig into the Agentic Commerce Protocol, real security pitfalls (like destructive commands), and how to turn MCPs into products with OAuth and Stripe for authentication and metered billing. He closes with how he teaches this hands-on at the Vibe Coding Retreat.Timestamps1:00 Why build it: “MCP shouldn't be Claude-only”—bridging MCP into n8n early (Dec/Jan)2:09 Shipping under the pseudonym nerding.io; surprise seeing creators use it2:25 n8n later ships its own MCP server/client; they nod to nerding.io & Simon3:59 “N8n is useful, but so much more useful with MCP”5:12 What MCP means for software: every smart company is exposing an MCP; new login/usage patterns6:27 Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP): Stripe + OpenAI; agents checkout across the web8:02 Marketing to agents not humans? SEO shifts as agents comparison-shop9:10 Early “agent mode” attempts vs protocol-based purchases (less hacky)10:58 Likely adopters: platforms (Shopify) & big retailers; echoes of early MCP evolution14:11 Security realities: token passing evolved to OAuth; hallucination + destructive actions risk16:04 Personal mishap: agent ran supabase reset on a dev DB—imagine prod! Guardrails matter17:03 Designing MCP servers: don't just “wrap your API”; use resources/prompts for agentic UX19:04 Demo 1—Influencer MCP: index a YouTube channel, embed transcripts, ask questions in Claude20:54 Storage: embeddings into Postgres; per-channel tables24:46 Keeping it fresh: daily cron to ingest new videos25:18 Demo 2—Build n8n workflows from chat using N8N MCP (by Ramullet); live docs + API27:00 “Create a webhook → send leads to Sheets” built conversationally, with allow/deny prompts31:02 Zapier, Gumloop: agents that build automations via natural-language steps34:00 Next frontier: custom connectors (Claude/Cursor/OpenAI), OAuth auth flows for MCPs39:03 Turning MCPs into products: login with Twitter → Stripe subscription → metered billing41:12 Paid tool call demo: “paid echo” → Stripe usage event logged per user43:41 How to learn this fast: vibecodingretreat.com (small cohorts, hands-on builds)Tools & Technologies Mentioned (quick guide)MCP (Model Context Protocol) — Standard for connecting models to tools/data; supports tools, resources, prompts.n8n — Open-source automation platform; JD wrote an MCP node that went viral; also has native MCP server/client now.Claude / Cursor / OpenAI (custom connectors) — LLM IDEs/chats that can load MCPs; custom connectors enable OAuth + productized access.Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) — Early protocol (Stripe + OpenAI) for agent-initiated purchases with confirmations.Web MCP (W3C-oriented idea) — Emerging patterns for agent↔︎website interactions beyond human UI flows.OAuth — Secure, user-consented authentication for MCPs (vs passing raw tokens).Stripe (subscriptions + metered billing) — Attach billing/usage limits to MCP calls; track per-user consumption.YouTube API + Transcripts — Source data for the “Influencer MCP” indexing pipeline.Embeddings + Postgres — Store vectorized transcript chunks in Postgres for retrieval (JD self-hosts).Cron — Schedules daily ingestion of new content.Google Sheets — Target destination in demo for simple lead funnels.Zapier / Gumloop — Natural-language automation builders; early NLA/agent patterns.Git / CLI commands — Cautionary tale: agents running destructive commands (e.g., resets).Do Browser / Comet Browser — Agentic browsing tools referenced for web actions.Fellow.ai — AI meeting assistant with security-first design; generates precise summaries/action items.Subscribe at⁠ thisnewway.com⁠ to get the step-by-step playbooks, tools, and workflows.

Episode 217: L'évolution de la poésie andalouse du Muashshah au Zajal : deux genres de poésie chantés dans la « Nouba » Préservée et développée en Algérie après l'expulsion des Maures d'Espagne au 15ème siècle, la musique andalouse est un héritage culturel originaire d'Al-Andalus qui a prospéré dans plusieurs régions du Maghreb jouant un rôle très important en tant que référence culturelle en Algérie par son profond enracinement dans l'histoire et dans l'identité du pays. Cette forme musicale s'est répandue au fil du temps au Maghreb, où elle a évolué et s'est adaptée aux cultures locales. Elle est composée de formes poétiques tels le Muwashshah ou le Zadjal. L'évolution de cette poésie a épousé de près le contexte des développements historiques et des bouleversements auxquels la société andalouse a fait face. Huit siècles sur le sol andalou, le muwashshah et le Zadjal s'épanouissent admirablement, de la conquête Omeyyade au 8ème siècle (de 711à 1031) jusqu'au règne de la dynastie arabe des Nasrides de Grenade du 13ème au 15ème siècle (de 1238 à 1492). Sans omettre le fait que bien avant la chute de Grenade, de nombreux musiciens musulmans s'étaient repliés en Afrique du Nord où cette tradition musicale arabo-andalouse s'est développée jusqu'à nos jours, particulièrement dans les villes ayant accueilli les réfugiés andalous.  Dans ce podcast, Lamia Fardeheb Bendimred, Attachée de recherche au Centre de Recherche en Anthropologie Sociale et Culturelle (CRASC) et qui mène des travaux sur les évolutions linguistiques dans la poésie populaire (Melhoun, Zajal Andalous, ...), se penche sur quelques exemples de poèmes issus de ces différentes périodes pour mettre en lumière les principales étapes de l'évolution de la poésie andalouse, en insistant sur les transformations, parfois profondes, qu'a connues la langue du Zadjal. Ce dernier se distingue en effet par une structure poétique particulière, caractérisée par l'emploi de l'arabe parlé et l'usage de schémas de rimes ainsi que de vers courts. Cet épisode s'inscrit dans le cadre de la journée d'étude intitulée « Chants et musiques d'Algérie : un fait social », organisée conjointement par Centre d'Études Maghrébines en Algérie (CEMA) et le Centre de Recherche en Anthropologie Sociale et Culturelle (CRASC) le 15 décembre 2024. Pr. Karim Ouaras, Université d'Oran 2 / CEMA a modéré le débat. * Podcast en relation: Episode 214: Introduction à la journée d'études « Chants et musiques d'Algérie : un fait social » Nous remercions infiniment Mohammed Boukhoudmi d'avoir interprété un morceau musical de « Elli Mektoub Mektoub » pour l'introduction et la conclusion de ce podcast. Montage : Hayet Yebbous Bensaid, Bibliothécaire / Chargée de la diffusion des activités scientifiques (CEMA). 

On a peut-être toutes et tous connu un moment dans notre couple où les tensions sont omniprésentes, cette phase où rien ne va, cet espèce de flottement où on sait que la relation n'est pas épanouissante mais on ne sait pas par où commencer. A la rentrée 2022 avec mon mari on s'est séparé de manière assez violente. Ca a été le cataclysme dans ma vie et je me suis plongée la tête la première dans des livres, podcasts, ted talk pour comprendre. C'était ma manière à moi de faire sens à tout ça.Depuis 2 ans on me demande régulièrement comment on fait pour sauver son couple, parce que mon mari et moi, on a réussi à se remettre ensemble. C'est une question très intime et quasi impossible à détailler comme ça, parce que chaque couple a sa propre histoire.J'ai dit quasi, parce qu'il y a une chose que je ferai en priorité et que j'ai faite d'ailleurs, si j'étais dans les heures creuses de mon couple, ça serait de m'intéresser à la théorie de l'attachement.LIENS DE L'ÉPISODE :Celui que je vous recommande sincèrement, a été écrit par deux universitaires américains Rachel Heller et Dr Amir Levine, il s'appelle : Attaché, êtes vous fait l'un pour l'autre ? Amir Levine, Rachel HellerHow to do the work, Dr Nicole LeperaIl y a les travaux de la psychologue Eli Hardwood : Securely attachedHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The spiritual life is a lot like attaching oneself to a SHADOW.  Oh, but what a shadow it is.  It is the Shadow of the Almighty. Where should you put "your stake in the ground?" In the Shadow of the Almighty.  The psalm says to dwell there, tarry there, spend some time there and abide there.Answer the call with me for 7 minutes to be within SHADOW-DISTANCE. this podcast audio isn't working on this site but it is working fine on The Youtube below.  Please go there today: https://youtu.be/cY7yxiq6CwQ

Regulate First (Nervous System Basics You'll Actually Use)Journal prompt: “One thing my body asked for (and what I did)…”Small regulation beats big resolve. Today is about tools you'll actually use in under two minutes.A Flicker (Hope) — Your body gives you clues Jaw unclenches after a slower exhale. Shoulders drop when you step outside. A tiny shift is still a shift—keep it.To Rebuild (Healing) — 3 quick resets (pick one) Orienting (60–90s): Look around and name 5 things you see, 3 you hear, 1 you feel on your skin. 3-3-6 breath (60s): Inhale 3 • hold 3 • exhale 6. Repeat 5 times. Warm/Cold contrast (30–60s): Warm drink or cool splash on wrists/face → slow exhale.Take a Step (Becoming) — Pre-game your transitions Choose one daily transition (wake-up, commute, post-work). Pair it with a 60–90 second reset above. Put it on your calendar as “Regulate first.”Choose-your-energy menu: Hollow (low): 3-3-6 breath for one minute. Stop there. Healing (medium): Do orienting + a long exhale before your next task. Becoming (higher): Attach a reset to two transitions today (e.g., before email, before sleep).Food for Thought: Regulation isn't about becoming calm; it's about becoming capable. When your body feels a little safer, choices return. You don't need perfect peace to move—just enough steadiness to take the next honest inch. That counts, every time.Exhale. Keep what serves you; leave the rest. I'll be here again tomorrow.

durée : 00:57:49 - Avec philosophie - par : Géraldine Muhlmann, Nassim El Kabli - Existe-t-il un horizon ultime, l'horizon des horizons ? Oui, cela s'appelle l'utopie. - réalisation : Nicolas Berger - invités : Jacob Rogozinski Philosophe et professeur de philosophie à l'université de Strasbourg; Amaena Guéniot Attachée temporaire d'enseignement et de recherche en théorie politique à Sciences po Paris; Jean-Philippe Milet Agrégé, Docteur en philosophie

The Chicago Bears face crucial improvements post-bye week. Can they bolster their run defense, currently ranked last in the NFL? Offensive challenges persist, with the team struggling to establish a consistent ground game. The podcast explores potential solutions, including increased involvement of tight ends and addressing tackle performance issues.Key players like TJ Edwards, Kyler Gordon, and Austin Booker could significantly impact the Bears' defensive prowess upon their return from injury. The episode also delves into Caleb Williams' impressive third-down conversion rate and the team's overall offensive ranking.Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the Bears' strengths, weaknesses, and potential trade targets as they prepare for their Week 6 matchup against the Washington Commanders.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/ChiBearsCentralGet at us:Email: ChicagoBearsCentral@gmail.comTwitter:@ChiBearsCentralPhone: ‪(773) 242-9336‬Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code BEARSCENTRAL for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

FaZe ZooMaa, Ben, Aches, Parasite, Attach, and Methodz break down the new Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Game after CODNEXT and an update on all new rostermania news!

Send The Parable Podcast a TextEvery week, I listen back to the podcast for a final check before we post it every Wednesday. And there are just different perspectives that come out for me. Something that maybe even though I was the one who was interviewing, it impacted me in a different way listening back. And so I thought it'd be fun to do a little bit of a rewind and a recap from this past month's episodes. Join me as I share a little of my perspective behind it, and how different things stuck out for my own faith.Holiness is about Wholeness with Danielle Zapchenk - Do you feel like as a Christian, you are not really supposed to be having fun? Remember, you can be WHOLE, FREE & JOYFUL because of Christ. Please enjoy this message wherever it may find you today...read more.Even in the Midst I Can Have Peace with Ashley Pansoy - Have you ever kept praying for God to show up in the storm? Join me as we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Family Pastor Ashley Pansoy. Ashley shares her journey with anxiety, the power of solitude, and the profound realization that Jesus is always present in our storms...read moreStories that Attach to Truth with Greg Sampson - If you could, who's one person from your past you would love to chat with today? Meet my Middle School and High School Youth Pastor Greg Sampson. We have a heartfelt conversation about faith, personal growth, and reflection....read moreSupport the showWays to Support The Parable Podcast #1 Subscribe or Follow the podcast to ensure you catch every episode of The Parable Podcast on your preferred podcast platform (such as iTunes, Spotify). #2 Recommend this podcast to a friend, providing a great chance to begin your own Parable Conversation. #3 Looking for a speaker for your Church, Women's Group, or event? Contact Danielle to learn more.

What if the belongings you bring into your home carried more than memories? Across countless true ghost stories, one terrifying theme repeats: haunted objects. From cursed jewelry to possessed furniture, spirits can attach themselves to items, turning them into conduits for supernatural energy. In this chilling episode, we dive into one of the most disturbing tales — a second-hand dress in Maine that carried the energy of violence, blood, and grief. Worn by a corpse involved in a brutal murder, the dress drove a teenage girl into a frenzy at her prom night, leaving horror and tragedy in its wake. Some say this is the real story that inspired Stephen King's Carrie. But haunted items are only the beginning. The story takes a darker turn with childhood encounters no one could explain. Imagine being four years old, looking out your window at night — and seeing a towering seven-foot figure standing just outside, watching. Sometimes closer, sometimes further away, sometimes rattling the back door as if trying to get in. This was no dream. The sound of footsteps, whispers, and even the sense of a presence outside the glass became a constant terror for a young child. These experiences blur the line between ghosts, demons, and something even more unsettling: human cruelty that lingers after death. Are some spirits merely unfinished souls… or do they become something darker, twisting into entities that deceive and torment the living? Haunted houses, cursed items, demonic lies — tonight's real haunting will make you question everything you think you know about the spirit world. #TrueGhostStory #HauntedObjects #RealHaunting #ParanormalStories #StephenKing #CursedItems #GhostStories #HauntedHouse #SleepParalysis #DemonicEntities #ParanormalActivity #CreepyEncounters Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Send The Parable Podcast a TextIf you could, who's one person from your past you would love to chat with today? Meet my Middle School and High School Youth Pastor, Greg Sampson. We have a heartfelt conversation about faith, personal growth, and reflection. Plus, Greg shares his journey from ministry to engaging in local politics and sharing what he has learned. Our conversation encourages you to reflect on your own past experiences, particularly over the last two decades, and consider the impact of those experiences on your life. So glad you are here for this conversation as I get to be a little nostalgic and catch up with Greg. Reflection QuestionsWho was the person who opened up faith for you, maybe for the first time, and helped you get excited about it? What deep truth are you wrestling with that you could spend more time this week investigating and bring towards God?Connect with GregInstagram | FaceBookVote Common GoodWant to Enhance Your Conversations? Before you go, could you do me a favor and take my Listener Survey, and then in doing so, I will send you "10 basic Tips to Enhance Your Conversations." It will be sent straight to your inbox, and you can keep it on your phone and refer to it anytime you need a little help. Keywords: Faith, Reflection, Personal Growth, Spiritual Journey, Courage, Dignity, Meaningful Conversations #theparablepodcast #whatIlearnedSupport the showWays to Support The Parable Podcast #1 Subscribe or Follow the podcast to ensure you catch every episode of The Parable Podcast on your preferred podcast platform (such as iTunes, Spotify). #2 Recommend this podcast to a friend, providing a great chance to begin your own Parable Conversation. #3 Looking for a speaker for your Church, Women's Group, or event? Contact Danielle to learn more.

E-e-e-eek! E-e-e-eek, we say! Adding to the tradition of our wonderful animal episodes we contribute this amazing installment on one of the all-time great sea creatures, the dolphin! Attach a sponge to your rostrum and dive in with Josh and Chuck!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following Jesus requires that we detach from our possessions and like a good steward use wisely the resources we have been given until God wants them back. Mass Readings - Monday of the 20th Week of the Year (#419) August 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Detachment is the key to magetic energy and in this video I explain the step by step process you can use to finally detach so they attach to YOU! If you're ready to join my next live event on July 20th in Los Angeles, CA to learn how to let go and become the most magnetic version of you, click here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/a... if you want my NEW Free course to show you how to Let go and become magnetic with breath work ceremony and meditation practice, click here: https://www.theshiftexperience.com/hv...