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Key Points Gamification in medical education can deeply engage learners and improve clinical skills. Rapid Sequence alternates between game blocks, where learners act in clinical scenarios, and teaching blocks, where insights are shared. True expertise is about developing effective cognitive strategies, not just accumulating knowledge. Building mental models involves not just learning, but practicing decision-making in complex environments. The learning environment should foster psychological safety and encourage growth through reflection and feedback. REBEL Rundown Introduction Welcome back to Rebel MIND, the podcast where we sharpen the person behind the practitioner. MIND stands for Mastering Internal Negativity during Difficulty. This series emphasizes productivity, provider performance, and team optimization to ensure we are at our best during high-pressure situations. In this episode, we introduce an innovative teaching tool called Rapid Sequence, aimed at revolutionizing how clinicians learn critical care through gamified experiences. With host Dr. Mark Ramzy, we invite Drs. Sarah Crager, and Ryan Ernst, to explore what it takes to become an expert and how gamification can transform learning in the medical field. Cognitive Question What does it truly mean to be an expert in emergency and critical care medicine? What Is Rapid Sequence?? It’s a gamified clinical case simulation tool consisting of different “blocks” where you have individual learners that can work through cases in non-multiple choice format. You’re basically working on shifts, seeing multiple patients with your team.There’s a cast of characters, interruptions, distractions, and you enter orders just like you would as if you were on shift, and then the cases advance to see the outcome of your decisions, good or badFor more information check it out the Rapid Sequence website here. Use the following Promo Code: REBEL2026 at checkout page to receive a 20% off couponFigure 1: Screenshot from Rapid Sequence showing the initial dashboard Learning Must Be An Active Not Passive Process An important part of the process when acquiring new skills or information is making it an active processIt is not just passively listening, but actively participating, providing answers that aren’t multiple choice, and then responding to the outcomeThis provides the engagement, and increases both the comprehension and retainability of new conceptsWhen you then apply those same concepts in future times of questioning (or in Rapid Sequence's case “Blocks”) it helps expedite active recall through spaced repetition How This Applies to the Emergency Department or ICU? In high-stakes environments like the ED or ICU, clinicians must make fast, informed decisions often without complete data. Rapid Sequence provides a simulated space where clinicians can make mistakes without risk to real patients, receive feedback, and build the cognitive resilience needed for actual shifts, mirroring the chaotic nature of these departments. Immediate Action Steps for Your Next Shift **Embrace Gamified Learning**: Engage with or seek out platforms like Rapid Sequence that offer a practice ground for real-world medical scenarios.**Develop Mental Models**: Start by breaking down complex cases into mental models that you can refer back to during your shift. **Prioritize Feedback and Reflection**: After each shift, allocate time to reflect on decisions and seek peer feedback to refine your cognitive strategies.**Foster a Safe Learning Environment**: Encourage open discussions in your team where all members can express uncertainties and learn from one another. Conclusion Embracing innovative teaching methodologies such as gamification can lead to significant improvements in clinical education and practice. By integrating tools like Rapid Sequence in training, healthcare professionals can not only enhance their skills but also foster a culture of continuous learning and psychological safety. Clinical Bottom Line Effective medical education isn’t about rote memorization—it’s about developing the ability to think critically and adapt rapidly in ever-changing environments. Gamified tools offer an engaging path to achieve true expertise, ensuring clinicians are well-equipped to provide the best patient care possible. Meet the Authors Sara Crager, MD Associate Professor, Critical Care and Emergency Medicine UCLA, Los Angeles, CA Ryan Ernst, MD Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, Section Chief of Global EM University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT Showing Slide 1 of 2 The post REBEL MIND – Teaching Towards Expertise with Gamification appeared first on REBEL EM - Emergency Medicine Blog.

UNBOTHERED 3 Day IntensiveThe more you do for him the more he will love you. That is what they told you. That is wrong.In this episode Margarita breaks down the psychology of why making yourself useful is actually costing you the love, respect and value you are trying to earn.T his one is going to change how you show up in every relationship in your life.In this episode:1. Women are taught that love is earned through usefulness2. The IKEA effect and why effort creates value3. Stop robbing men of the chance to contribute4. Useful is not memorable, it just fades into the background5. Being needed and being loved are not the same thing6. Every yes teaches people what to expect from you7. Difficulty creates investment, not manipulation8. Being low maintenance becomes self abandonment9. Make people earn access to you through standards not games10. Become unforgettable, not indispensableIf you do everything and still do not feel valued, if you have made yourself so convenient you have disappeared, or if you are needed but not truly chosen, this one is for you.Get your copy of Unbothered Book Being Her is your no filter space for woman empowerment, relationship advice, confidence, feminine energy, and living life completely on your own terms.Love you lots like jelly tots xxSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Many Christians assume that if something is truly God's will, it should feel easy. But Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane tells a very different story. He was perfectly obedient, completely innocent, and still experienced anguish so intense that His sweat became like drops of blood. Difficulty does not mean you have missed God. It may mean you are right in the middle of His will. True surrender, modeled by Jesus in Mark 14:36, involves radical honesty with God, a confession of His power, and an active choice to align your will with His. The question is not whether the path is hard. The question is whether you are willing to keep walking it.

At Amy Kurtz's But You Look Fine book launch and signing event in New York City, Tick Boot Camp co-founder Matt Sabatello caught up with former guest Ben Ahrens, founder of Re-Origin, for an insightful conversation about neuroplasticity, hypervigilance, chronic Lyme disease recovery, and the emerging science connecting the brain, nervous system, and chronic illness. Since his first appearance on the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, Ben has continued expanding Re-Origin's reach around the world while deepening his research into how chronic stress, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation can perpetuate illness long after the initial trigger has passed. This conversation explores why some patients remain trapped in cycles of symptoms, why many become increasingly sensitive to treatments, and how retraining the brain may help create conditions that support healing and recovery. Meet Ben Ahrens Ben Ahrens is the founder of Re-Origin, a neuroplasticity-based brain retraining program designed to help individuals struggling with chronic conditions including: Lyme disease Chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) Chronic pain Central sensitization Nervous system dysregulation Complex chronic inflammatory illnesses What began as Ben's personal journey out of severe neurological Lyme disease has evolved into a global movement. Today, Re-Origin serves members in more than 50 countries and has helped over 12,000 participants navigate recovery through nervous system regulation and neuroplasticity-based approaches. Why the Brain Matters in Chronic Lyme Disease Ben explains that chronic illness is not "all in your head." Instead, he argues that the brain serves as the body's master regulator, coordinating immune, hormonal, emotional, and physiological responses. When the nervous system becomes chronically overwhelmed, it can become trapped in a state of persistent threat detection. According to Ben, even when infections are being addressed and the body begins healing, the brain may continue operating as if danger is still present. This ongoing state of alarm can: Increase inflammation Suppress immune function Heighten symptom perception Amplify treatment reactions Prolong illness cycles Make recovery more difficult The result is a nervous system that remains stuck in survival mode long after the original threat has diminished. Understanding Hypervigilance One of the central themes of this interview is hypervigilance. Ben describes hypervigilance as a state in which the brain becomes excessively focused on detecting potential threats. Over time, the nervous system can become conditioned to interpret everyday sensations, stressors, and even beneficial treatments as danger signals. He explains that hypervigilance often develops gradually through a cumulative process rather than a single traumatic event. Potential contributors include: Chronic infections Medical uncertainty Financial stress Relationship challenges Physical injuries Repeated setbacks Long-term caregiving demands Ongoing emotional strain Eventually, the nervous system may reach a tipping point where seemingly minor stressors trigger major physiological responses. Why Some Lyme Patients Become Extremely Treatment Sensitive Many Lyme patients report becoming increasingly reactive to medications, supplements, detoxification protocols, and other therapies. Ben believes hypervigilance may help explain why. When the brain is operating from a persistent fight-or-flight state, it often interprets change itself as a threat. Even interventions intended to help may trigger exaggerated physiological responses because the nervous system is already overloaded. This can contribute to: Heightened treatment reactions Increased symptom flares Difficulty tolerating protocols Fear surrounding new therapies Reduced resilience to stress Understanding the role of the nervous system may provide an additional layer of insight for patients who feel stuck despite pursuing multiple treatment strategies. The Connection Between Medical Trauma and Chronic Illness Inspired by Amy Kurtz's new book, Matt and Rich ask Ben about the concept of Medical Trauma Brain. Ben sees significant overlap between medical trauma and hypervigilance. He explains that one of the most difficult aspects of chronic illness is uncertainty: Not knowing what is wrong Not receiving answers Feeling dismissed by providers Navigating conflicting medical opinions Watching symptoms worsen without explanation When patients spend months or years searching for answers, the brain can become increasingly conditioned to expect danger, uncertainty, and disappointment. This experience can create a powerful neurological imprint that persists long after diagnosis and treatment begin. How to Recognize Hypervigilance Many people living with chronic illness don't realize they are operating from a hypervigilant state because it has become their normal. Ben shares several common signs: Constant worry or rumination Feeling unable to relax Persistent fight-or-flight sensations Always waiting for "the other shoe to drop" Difficulty feeling safe Trouble being present Physical tension throughout the body Racing thoughts when trying to rest He notes that some individuals can temporarily calm their nervous system through activities such as walking, nature exposure, breathwork, or meditation, but quickly return to anxiety and activation once the activity ends. This pattern may indicate that deeper nervous system retraining work could be beneficial. The Importance of Nervous System Regulation One of the key lessons from Ben's own recovery journey is that healing often requires more than simply addressing infection. He emphasizes practices that help regulate the nervous system, including: Breathwork Gentle movement Mindfulness Awareness training Neuroplasticity exercises Stress reduction strategies Consistent nervous system regulation practices The goal is not to ignore physical illness but to create an internal environment that supports healing. From Hypervigilance to Relaxed Readiness Ben offers a compelling alternative to living in chronic fight-or-flight mode: Relaxed Readiness. Borrowed from martial arts philosophy, relaxed readiness describes a state of: Alertness without anxiety Presence without tension Awareness without fear Capacity without overwhelm Rather than remaining trapped in survival mode, individuals can train their nervous systems to become more resilient, adaptable, and balanced. According to Ben, the same neuroplastic mechanisms that teach the brain to overprotect can also teach it to relax, recover, and function more effectively. Ben's Upcoming Book Ben also shares a preview of an upcoming book currently in development. The book will explore: The science of hypervigilance Nervous system dysregulation Trauma and chronic illness Neuroplasticity research Practical recovery strategies The journey toward relaxed readiness His goal is to help readers better understand why chronic stress and nervous system overload have become so widespread—and what can be done to reverse the process. Key Takeaways Chronic Lyme disease recovery may involve both biological treatment and nervous system regulation. Hypervigilance can develop gradually through chronic stress, illness, and uncertainty. An overactive threat response may increase symptom intensity and treatment sensitivity. Medical trauma can leave lasting neurological effects that impact recovery. Neuroplasticity offers hope that the brain can learn new, healthier patterns. Nervous system retraining aims to move individuals from chronic fight-or-flight into a state of relaxed readiness. Recovery is not simply about eliminating symptoms—it's about restoring resilience, capacity, and quality of life.

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In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, we speak to Tamara about her diagnosis of triple negative breast cancer, cancer in Black communities, and the impact of discovering she carries the BRCA2 gene mutation.Tamara opens up about the emotional weight of having to explain her cancer and her behaviour to the people around her. She also explores the stigma and mistrust that surrounds cancer in Black communities, and why culturally sensitive education is the key to improving outcomes.The conversation explores the feeling of dismissal Black women face in healthcare settings, and the incredible support Tamara experienced when she found Black Women Rising.Find support at Breast Cancer NowMore info about Younger Women Together coursesFind support at Black Women RisingFind support at UK Charity for Triple Negative Breast CancerFrom Me To You - Supporting Black Cancer Communities.You can also watch this episode on YouTube.Key Topics:2:50 Life before diagnosis5:36 Mara's breast cancer diagnosis11:08 Conversations about the BRCA gene mutation13:52 Understanding triple negative breast cancer20:37 Black women experiencing dismissal in healthcare22:48 What needs to be done to help improve healthcare for Black women?24:13 How Mara's diagnosis was received by her family and her community25:32 Mental health support at the point of cancer diagnosis28:58 Christian beliefs and breast cancer32:02 Difficulty talking with other people about your cancer diagnosis39:46 The power of the breast cancer community41:20 Body image after surgery for breast cancer44:01 Improving education in black Caribbean and black African communities51:18 Mara's work with Black Women Rising

Have you ever felt anxious before your workday even begins?Maybe your heart starts racing before you log in. Maybe your stomach tightens during your commute. Or perhaps you end every shift emotionally exhausted, wondering why work seems to drain so much more than your energy.If any of that sounds familiar, you're not alone.Workplace anxiety affects millions of people, yet many of us dismiss it as “just part of being an adult.” We tell ourselves to push through, work harder, and be grateful to have a job. But chronic workplace stress doesn't just disappear—it often follows us home, disrupts our sleep, impacts our relationships, and slowly chips away at our mental and emotional well-being.In this episode of The Grounded Bag Podcast, we're unpacking the hidden causes of workplace anxiety, exploring why work can feel emotionally overwhelming, and sharing practical tools you can use to protect your peace without sacrificing your career.What Is Workplace Anxiety?Workplace anxiety isn't simply having a stressful day.It's the ongoing emotional, physical, and psychological distress connected to your work environment or job responsibilities. It can show up as:* Racing thoughts before work* Difficulty concentrating* Trouble sleeping the night before a shift* Feeling emotionally numb or constantly overwhelmed* Muscle tension or headaches* Irritability and emotional exhaustion* Fear of making mistakes* Feeling like you're never doing enoughSometimes the anxiety comes from the job itself. Other times, it's the environment surrounding the work.Why Does Work Make Us So Anxious?There isn't one universal cause. Workplace anxiety is often the result of multiple stressors building over time.Toxic Workplace CulturesConstant criticism, gossip, favoritism, micromanagement, poor leadership, or lack of psychological safety can leave employees feeling emotionally guarded every day.When survival becomes the goal instead of growth, anxiety naturally follows.Unrealistic ExpectationsMany workplaces expect employees to produce more with fewer resources while remaining constantly available.The pressure to always perform can create chronic stress that eventually leads to burnout.PerfectionismSometimes the workplace isn't the only source of anxiety.Many of us carry internal beliefs that tell us we must never make mistakes, disappoint others, or ask for help.Perfectionism often disguises itself as ambition—but beneath it is frequently fear.BurnoutBurnout doesn't happen overnight.It develops when stress becomes chronic and recovery never happens.You may begin feeling emotionally detached, physically exhausted, cynical about work, or disconnected from the purpose that once motivated you.Unresolved Stress and TraumaPast experiences—whether from previous jobs, personal relationships, childhood environments, or discrimination—can influence how we respond to workplace challenges today.Sometimes work activates wounds that were never fully healed.Practical Coping Tools for Workplace AnxietyWhile we can't always change our work environment immediately, we can develop healthier ways to care for ourselves while planning our next steps.Create BoundariesBoundaries protect your mental health.That might mean:* Logging off on time* Taking your lunch break* Avoiding checking emails after work* Saying no when your workload becomes unrealisticBoundaries aren't selfish—they're sustainable.Notice Your Physical Stress SignalsPay attention to your body.Do your shoulders tense up during meetings?Does your breathing become shallow?Does your stomach tighten before speaking with certain coworkers?Awareness is often the first step toward healing.Practice Grounding TechniquesSimple grounding exercises can help regulate your nervous system during stressful moments.Try:* Box breathing* A five-minute walk* Stretching between meetings* Naming five things you can see, hear, or feel* Progressive muscle relaxationSmall moments of regulation throughout the day can have a significant impact.Challenge Anxious ThoughtsAsk yourself:* Is this thought based on facts or fear?* What evidence supports this belief?* Am I assuming the worst-case scenario?* What would I tell a friend experiencing this?Learning to question anxious thinking helps reduce its power.Seek SupportYou don't have to navigate workplace anxiety alone.Whether it's therapy, support groups, trusted mentors, or loved ones, talking through your experiences can reduce isolation and help you develop healthier coping strategies.Seeking help is a sign of strength—not weakness.Grounded Reflection QuestionsTake a few moments to reflect honestly.* What specific parts of work trigger my anxiety?* Do I feel pressure to hide my stress?* What would a psychologically safe workplace feel like?* Am I holding tension I haven't processed?* What helps me feel grounded during the workday?Healing often begins with awareness.Free Mental Health ResourcesIf workplace anxiety has become overwhelming, these organizations offer education, support, and helpful resources:* Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA): https://adaa.org* National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): https://www.nami.org* HeyPeers: https://heypeers.comJoin the ConversationWhat has helped you manage workplace anxiety?Share your experiences, coping strategies, or lessons you've learned. Your story may encourage someone else who needs the reminder that they are not alone.Continue Growing With MeIf this conversation resonated with you, I'd love for you to join our growing community.

Jon Decker breaks down the difficulties facing the President's nominee and the Save America Act.

An Opposition MP's wary of National's social media ban, claiming some information's missing. Labour's Reuben Davidson says he's read the Bill multiple times but hasn't seen a regulatory impact statement or the Privacy Commissioner's advice. He wants a copy to discuss with his caucus, but Education Minister Erica Stanford says legally that's not possible. Davidson told Mike Hosking limited access is slowing down the process. He says there's a risk a bad Bill could create a false sense of security and allow harm to continue. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special guest John Reid of the 30 Something Movie podcast joins Dayton and Dana to discuss the 17th adaptation of the book from Alexander Dumas. A story of friends, lovers, betrayal, an epic escape, and revenge. Shout-out Def Dave's 1984Send us Fan MailTwitter @dockingbay77podFacebook @dockingbay77podcastdockingbay77podcast@gmail.compatreon.com/dockingbay77podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@DockingBay77podcast

When you have nowhere to turn, you're not alone because the very presence of God stands with you there and will bring you through it. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org.   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Send us a text with feedback, questions, or topics of interest!In this transmission we go directly to the question underneath everything: what if Earth is a free will experiment, and you agreed to come here in a state of total forgetting so that the remembering itself would become the gift?This is not a prison planet. No one sent you here as punishment. Your soul came on divine assignment, and the difficulty you are moving through right now is not evidence that you got it wrong. It is the contrast that makes the light knowable. ✦ IN THIS ASCENSION TRANSMISSION, YOU'LL LEARN ✦

Every screening tool used in OB-GYN and pediatric offices across the United States is designed to catch postpartum depression. Sadness. Hopelessness. Difficulty bonding. None of them screen for postpartum psychosis — a condition that involves hallucinations, command voices, delusions, and a complete break from reality. It affects one to two women in every thousand births. And the person going through it almost never knows it is happening.Lindsay Clancy was a labor and delivery nurse who sought help from every corner of the medical system after the birth of her third child. She went to her providers. She called crisis lines. She checked herself into McLean Hospital. She was prescribed nine medications over four months. She told her doctors she was having intrusive thoughts. Her civil lawsuit alleges those were auditory hallucinations — voices she could not distinguish from reality — and that her providers treated them as anxiety without ever asking the question that would have changed the diagnosis.A forensic psychiatrist later diagnosed her with Bipolar Disorder I with postpartum onset — meaning the antidepressants her doctors prescribed may have triggered the psychotic episodes they kept failing to identify. Her husband Patrick told a friend that Lindsay seemed overmedicated and was acting like a zombie. An outside hospital flagged overmedication and misdiagnosis. According to the lawsuit, the response from her nurse practitioner never came.Tony Brueski explains the condition at the center of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial — what it is, what it is not, and what every person with a new mother in their life needs to understand.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#LindsayClancy #PostpartumPsychosis #TrueCrimeToday #MentalHealth #TrueCrime #PostpartumDepression #InsanityDefense #MaternalMentalHealth #DuxburyMom #PatrickClancy

The Bastionland Readings revisit blogposts from bastionland.com written and read by Chris McDowall.Difficulty in Bastionland, original post found here: https://www.bastionland.com/2020/03/difficulty-in-bastionland.html

Today's episode of Your Quiet Moment: You Can Find Ease in the Difficulty. This is Episode 72989283 of Your Quiet Moment. We dive deep into you can find ease in the difficulty and break down what it actually means, why it matters, and what to take away. What we cover in this episode: • The setup — what's going on • The context — why this matters now • The analysis — what to think about this • The takeaway — what to do with it Subscribe and tell your friends — every share helps. Drop us a comment with your take, we read them all. Subscribe, share, and leave us a 5-star review — every share helps us reach the next listener. #youcanfindeaseinthedifficulty #YourQuietMoment #Meditation #Peace #Mindfulness #Calm #HustleStudios #PodcastDISCLAIMER

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Ever wonder why you struggle to finish what you start? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li reveals the common reasons tasks remain unfinished—from distractions and overwhelm to the "murky middle" of messy projects. She shares practical strategies and mindset resets to help you finally close those open loops, boost your self-trust, and become someone who completes what matters most.Timestamps00:00:00 Introduction and episode overview00:01:39 Importance and complexity of finishing tasks00:02:34 Reasons we don't finish things00:03:33 Team dynamics and "open loops"00:04:36 The messy “middle” of a task00:05:20 Decluttering as an example of losing momentum00:06:55 Difficulty reorienting after distraction00:07:15 Concrete techniques: lists, brain dumps00:08:17 Timers and music for focus00:09:35 Subtle factors in finishing projects00:10:25 Allowing yourself to be a beginner00:12:01 The importance of strategic rest00:13:18 Commitment and honest self-assessment00:14:49 Strengthening the value of the end goal00:15:57 Visualizing the finished result00:16:49 Practicing the identity of an accomplished person00:18:02 Quick summary of core strategies00:19:20 Invitation to connect and further resources00:20:08 Closing remarksTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/finishedTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

I had sixty-thousand words then I had twenty-thousand, and I still did not have a book. This Thursday's episode is about how I finally learned the difference, and it's the most useful thing I know about the work.The manuscript had frameworks. It had seven tidy maps. It had the warm, encouraging, here-are-your-steps voice I'd spent years building. And every time I read it start to finish, something was wrong and I couldn't name it. That's not writer's block. It's quieter and worse: the slow realization that a pile of genuinely good material is not a book. In Vivian Gornick's terms, I had a situation. I didn't have a story.The way out came from Hemingway, broke and young in a cold Paris garret, who when he couldn't get started would tell himself, “Write the truest sentence that you know.” Just one. But here's the part everyone skips: he also cut to it. Whenever he caught himself writing elaborately, presenting something, he'd throw that ornament away, what he called the scrollwork, and start from the first true simple sentence. The truest sentence isn't something you add. It's what's left when you cut the performance off.So I went hunting through my thirty-seven thousand words for the one place I'd stopped performing and actually said the thing. Then I found the sentence. Everything that served it stayed. All seven maps, the whole coaching voice blog posts, went over the side as ballast, and the book finally floated—well, it's floating.You're allowed to not know your true sentence yet. You almost never do going in. You write the messy draft precisely to find the one true thing hiding in it. You're allowed to have a pile that isn't a book yet, that's just the middle, everyone's middle looks like a pile. And you're allowed to cut what you love. In fact you have to.Listen above. Then, if you want, reply and tell me the one true sentence your project is really about, or the one you suspect you've been avoiding.“The truest sentence isn't something you add to your draft. It's what's left when you cut the performance off.”The Difficulty lands Mondays, Thursdays (the working writer), and sometimes Fridays and sometimes Saturdays (from the workshop). If this named something you've been circling, subscribe, and forward it to someone with a pile that's trying to become a book. More at chadprevost.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadprevost.substack.com

To Every Generation...The teaching ministry of Calvary Chapel Crossfields.....Join us as we go verse by verse through the Bible.

To Every Generation...The teaching ministry of Calvary Chapel Crossfields.....Join us as we go verse by verse through the Bible.

The show also highlighted Teyana Taylor’s response to criticism following her appearance with Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium, where she revealed that faulty in-ear monitors prevented her from hearing properly during her performance. Despite the technical difficulties, Taylor expressed gratitude for sharing the stage with one of hip-hop’s biggest icons in front of more than 40,000 fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show covered a wide range of headline-making stories, from global politics to celebrity buzz. The biggest news centered on President Trump’s warning that U.S. military strikes against Iran will continue until he decides “enough is enough,” with reports that U.S. forces have carried out multiple rounds of strikes targeting Iran’s military capabilities near the Strait of Hormuz while maintaining a naval blockade. The show also discussed growing rumors that Megan Thee Stallion and NBA star Klay Thompson may be finding their way back to each other after their highly publicized breakup, with reports suggesting Thompson has been working to rebuild trust through heartfelt gestures and apologies. In entertainment news, the cast dove into the viral conversation surrounding Beyoncé appearing to shave Jay-Z’s hair during his Yankee Stadium residency celebrating the anniversaries of Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint. While some fans questioned whether the moment was symbolic or staged, reports indicate the haircut was part of a larger creative presentation tied to Jay-Z’s recent hair transformation and anniversary concerts. The show also highlighted Teyana Taylor’s response to criticism following her appearance with Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium, where she revealed that faulty in-ear monitors prevented her from hearing properly during her performance. Despite the technical difficulties, Taylor expressed gratitude for sharing the stage with one of hip-hop’s biggest icons in front of more than 40,000 fans. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the mlb trade deadline looming, is the pressure is on for SF to make the moves to replenish the farm system? John Shea of the San Francisco Standard shares his insights on the current state the team, including the latest on Matt Chapman's no-trade clause and the potential impact of the trade deadline on the team's future.s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the mlb trade deadline looming, is the pressure is on for SF to make the moves to replenish the farm system? John Shea of the San Francisco Standard shares his insights on the current state the team, including the latest on Matt Chapman's no-trade clause and the potential impact of the trade deadline on the team's future.s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Facilitator: BradTopics:   Volume going down joining Zoom;  Google Meet link work? How to listen to Prime Video; Typing password in United Airlines;  Difficulty with zoom;  How to read a computer screen; Screen Curtain;  Sharing a video;  Using the Notes App;  Using a Beta on watch; Zoom Host issues;   Audio message recording when raised;  Stuck in link in articles; Live Regions and Pop ups;   Text message being read to you; How to organize apps without folders in library;  A Widget appeared on watch;  Difference in Spotlight and Item Chooser;   App Switcher not being consistent;  Getting back to regular message thread;  Choose where to download new Apps; USP mail delivery app; Tracking packages; iByte:  Using the Page indicator

I went out to play disc golf yesterday, and I kept losing focus on the game. My mind wandered off down every side trail in the woods. This Monday's episode follows a few of those trails.We start with the poem you think you know. “The Road Not Taken” gets read as an anthem for bold nonconformists, but read the middle again: the two roads “equally lay in leaves no step had trodden black.” There was no road less traveled, not really. Frost isn't describing a choice. He's describing the story he already knows he'll tell about it, “with a sigh,” years from now. The difficulty is the choice. But underneath it is a harder thing: knowing where you're actually standing when you make it.From there we get lost on purpose. The way some languages orient by north and south instead of left and right, and how our ancestors located their very identity in place. Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue and the terror of losing your self coordinates entirely. And the strange argument between Walt Whitman, who blessed the multitudes we contain, and Gurdjieff, who sat with a more accusatory tone toward those same sleepwalking multitudes.What I carried out of the woods were three questions: What are we actually, consciously choosing? Why do we spend so much energy distracting ourselves from ourselves? And why is it so hard to know who we are?And one small piece of permission, which is what we do here on Mondays. You don't have to travel both roads, catch every fleeting thought, or unify the crowd inside you into one tidy self. You only have to remember yourself among them. Be the quiet one who watches the parade without climbing aboard every float. That's the fixed point. That's what it means to locate yourself.Listen above. Then, if you want, reply and tell me your one fixed point, the thing you orient by when everything else is just trees.The Difficulty lands Mondays (the long walk), Thursdays, and Saturdays. If this located something in you, subscribe and forward it to one person who's feeling turned around. More at chadprevost.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadprevost.substack.com

The difficulty in life is the choice. And this week the choice came fast: an hour before we sat down, a tree took a lightning strike around the corner, dropped a branch on a woman's car, smashed a transformer, took out the block. Genesis's people — Josh, Kyle — ran toward it and pulled her out. Then they walked over and made a podcast about the creative life.That's the register of this second episode, recorded at the corner of 4th and Market, the intersection of a city that is itself a crossroads. Genesis poured a Scotch bottled somewhere between 1929 and 1940 — a hundred years in someone's collection, traded for one of his paintings — and we talked about permanence, and how the people from a hundred years ago are speaking more resonantly to us than ever. (No, that pour you hear is not AI. That's the real thing.)Some of what we got into:* The Waffle House poet. Genesis met a woman writing “immaculate poetry” at 3 a.m. who's been at it twenty years and is certain it's not for her. The whole episode circles back to her: the gap between a real gift and the permission to claim it.* The compromises we make with ourselves. From a Seinfeld bit about the trashman to Chad's first year of seminary mopping floors as “the minister to commodes” — the dignity of honest work, and the moment a gift asks to be shared anyway.* When to keep going, and when to stop. Bukowski's twenty years at the post office. The friend who built a $50M company and blew it up because chaos was his home. The bandmate who wouldn't sign the deal. If you love the work like you love ice cream, the sugar high fades. If you love it like you love your children, you keep going — even if it costs you.* What is good art? Bob Dylan's voice. The mystery in Roethke's line, “Light takes the tree; but who can tell us how?”* The invisible layer. John O'Donohue's “invisible choreography” between the heart and what it beholds — and how the receiver often finds something in the art the maker never knew was there.Two poems. Chad read Theodore Roethke's villanelle “The Waking” (“I wake to sleep, and take my waking slow. / I learn by going where I have to go.”) — and Genesis answered with Chase Twichell's subway poem, the one that ends on “I don't know who speaks / when the horse speaks.” Then Kyle Kasper, a poet who moved to Chattanooga last year and just published his first collection — and who'd run out to that wrecked car an hour before — read his own poem, “Kind to Me”: “We must be kind to ourselves… be good to your soul, like you would to a child.”We closed on the question we're keeping: What are you alive to right now? And what are you closed to? Genesis is alive to the opinion that challenges his own — “if nobody likes you, I wonder why not; let's hang.” And what he's closed to turned out to be the most open thing he said all night: the God question, from an experience in a 2002 storm he can't un-know. “I don't have the answers, but I have the experience.”Listen above. New conversations from The Home Bar, and Mondays and Thursdays wherever you get your podcasts.From Chattanooga, a crossroads city, at a bar on an intersection — this is The Difficulty. Brought to you in part by Crossroads Publishing Group. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadprevost.substack.com

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga. We humans have shortcomings in common. Certain personal and professional imperfections—such as procrastination, impatience, and difficulty with public speaking, among others—that we naturally work to improve or manage. Maybe like me you've struggled to perfect your shortcomings only to discover that a better use of your energy might be to put them in service to self-awareness. Developing a habit of proactive personal growth identifies shortcomings without excessive self-shame and focuses on practical strategies for improvement, rather than dwelling on the weakness itself. No more “Should on you!” What if instead of focusing on what I'm not because of a standard set by someone else, I assess all I've done, accomplished, overcome, created, and become over the course of my life thus far because I learned how to fall down 7 and get up 8? What if I make up my mind to attend to projects and ideas that are achievable and meaningful to me despite my shortcomings—because I say so! Question: How are you incorporating your shortcomings to live the life you want, where you want, how you want, with whom you want, and for the reasons you want? We determine who we are, shortcomings and all! You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me [info@quartermoonstoryarts.net] to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Samuel Ben-Ur discusses the immense difficulty of rebuilding Gaza while Hamas remains in power. He notes Hamas uses reconstruction as a political tool, often obstructing aid efforts to maintain its local authority and influence. (6)1930 CHILE MEXICO

MERCH: https://orchideight.com/collections/poorhammer TWITCH: https://www.twitch.tv/poorhammer PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/SolelySingleton   On this week's episode, Brad and Eric present and discuss the Rules update for Horde Mode! Warhammer 40K 11th edition is here and that means work has to be done! Not by Berilio this time though, he is too busy writing this description after being yelled at for forgetting it last week. I thought nobody would stop to read these. Apparently Warhammer players can read, as opposed to Magic players. We should swap to being a Magic: the Gathering podcast, that would be one less thing for me to do. Anyways, back to this description… The recording of this episode was smooth, definitively wasn't over 2 hours with a bunch of re-takes, everyone was energetic, definitively not tired, but everything turned out alright! You will learn about the new Misery Cards, Secondary Objectives, Supply points, Spawning and controlling the Horde and more!   HORDE MODE LINKS: HORDE MODE 11TH DOCUMENTATION: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1r0-H8Po8rkLjP1jsWT7ja4cdCwgQDWm5 HORDE MODE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/ZwASQMqQZS SLAM SECTOR: https://www.youtube.com/@slamsectortv   SHOW LINKS: Brad's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/drruler.bsky.social Eric's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/onekuosora.bsky.social   00:00 Hello and Welcome 00:44 Horde Mode is Back, Alright! 01:31 What is Horde Mode 06:26 Army Construction 08:21 Setting Up the Table 12:42 Choosing the Horde Faction 15:07 Spawning the Horde 20:15 CP and Army Rule 22:45 Supply Points and Resupply Step 23:41 Misery Cards 24:36 Secondary Mission 25:36 Each Turn Ramps the Difficulty 27:12 Getting Supply Points 28:00 Controlling the Horde 32:24 Winning and Losing (Secret Objectives) 38:01 Supplies 43:49 Comms Jammed 44:18 Field Promotion 46:19 Misery Deck 51:48 Secondary Missions 58:14 The Art of Naming Stuff 59:45 Before we get out of here 01:03:35 The Most Fun Part of Every Episode 01:07:18 Alright Audio Audience   Contact Information: You can interact with Solely Singleton by joining the hosts on discord and Twitter to give input to improve the show. Feel free to email more detailed questions and suggestions to the show's email address.   Your Hosts: Brad (DrRuler) & Eric (OnekuoSora) Brad's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/drruler.bsky.social Eric's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/onekuosora.bsky.social Show Email: thepoorhammerpodcast@gmail.com Merch Website: http://www.poorhammer.com/ Edited by: Menino Berilio Show Mailing Address: PO Box 70893 Rochester Hills, MI 48307   Licensed Music Used By This Program: "Night Out" by LiQWYD CC BY "Thursday & Snow (Reprise)" by Blank & Kytt CC BY "First Class" by Peyruis CC BY "Funky Souls" by Amaria CC BY

MERCH: https://orchideight.com/collections/poorhammer TWITCH: https://www.twitch.tv/poorhammer PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/SolelySingleton   On this week's episode, Brad and Eric present and discuss the Rules update for Horde Mode! Warhammer 40K 11th edition is here and that means work has to be done! Not by Berilio this time though, he is too busy writing this description after being yelled at for forgetting it last week. I thought nobody would stop to read these. Apparently Warhammer players can read, as opposed to Magic players. We should swap to being a Magic: the Gathering podcast, that would be one less thing for me to do. Anyways, back to this description… The recording of this episode was smooth, definitively wasn't over 2 hours with a bunch of re-takes, everyone was energetic, definitively not tired, but everything turned out alright! You will learn about the new Misery Cards, Secondary Objectives, Supply points, Spawning and controlling the Horde and more!   HORDE MODE LINKS: HORDE MODE 11TH EDITION DOCUMENTATION: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1r0-H8Po8rkLjP1jsWT7ja4cdCwgQDWm5 HORDE MODE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/ZwASQMqQZS SLAM SECTOR: https://www.youtube.com/@slamsectortv   SHOW LINKS: Brad's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/drruler.bsky.social Eric's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/onekuosora.bsky.social   00:00 Hello and Welcome 00:44 Horde Mode is Back, Alright! 01:31 What is Horde Mode 06:26 Army Construction 08:21 Setting Up the Table 12:42 Choosing the Horde Faction 15:07 Spawning the Horde 20:15 CP and Army Rule 22:45 Supply Points and Resupply Step 23:41 Misery Cards 24:36 Secondary Mission 25:36 Each Turn Ramps the Difficulty 27:12 Getting Supply Points 28:00 Controlling the Horde 32:24 Winning and Losing (Secret Objectives) 38:01 Supplies 43:49 Comms Jammed 44:18 Field Promotion 46:19 Misery Deck 51:48 Secondary Missions 58:14 The Art of Naming Stuff 59:45 Before we get out of here 01:03:35 The Most Fun Part of Every Episode 01:07:18 Alright Audio Audience   Contact Information: You can interact with Solely Singleton by joining the hosts on discord and Twitter to give input to improve the show. Feel free to email more detailed questions and suggestions to the show's email address.   Your Hosts: Brad (DrRuler) & Eric (OnekuoSora) Brad's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/drruler.bsky.social Eric's Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/onekuosora.bsky.social Show Email: thepoorhammerpodcast@gmail.com Merch Website: http://www.poorhammer.com/ Edited by: Menino Berilio Show Mailing Address: PO Box 70893 Rochester Hills, MI 48307   Licensed Music Used By This Program: "Night Out" by LiQWYD CC BY "Thursday & Snow (Reprise)" by Blank & Kytt CC BY "First Class" by Peyruis CC BY "Funky Souls" by Amaria CC BY

REBEL Rundown Key Points Mastery Learning: A unique educational framework focusing on achieving high competence with minimal variability among learners. Deliberate Practice: Involves learner-driven improvement, guided by expert feedback and breaking skills down into micro steps. Psychological Safety: Essential in mastery learning, allowing open feedback without fear or shame, enhancing growth. Embrace the productive struggle!  Practice to Prevent Skill Decay and Improve Clinically: Application of mastery learning principles helps maintain high proficiency levels in both common and rare procedures. Click here for Direct Download of the Podcast. Previously Covered and Related Content: REBEL MIND: The Dunning-Kruger EffectREBEL MIND: Growth vs Fixed Mindset Introduction Welcome back to Rebel MIND, the podcast where we sharpen the person behind the practitioner. MIND stands for Mastering Internal Negativity during Difficulty. This series emphasizes productivity, provider performance, and team optimization to ensure we are at our best during high-pressure situations. In this episode, host Dr. Kim Bambach chats with master educator Dr. Jennifer Yee about the science of performance through mastery learning and deliberate practice. Jennifer Yee, DO is an associate residency program director for OSU Emergency Medicine, the OSU EM director for assessment and evaluation, and an associate professor of emergency medicine.  She is from Akron, Ohio and earned her bachelor degree from Ohio University and her medical degree through the Ohio University College of Medicine. Her residency training was completed through Summa Akron City Hospital. After serving as chief resident, she completed a simulation medicine fellowship at Summa.She completed Northwestern's Designing and Implementing Simulation-Based Mastery-Learning Curricula, as well as Ohio State's Master of Art's program in Biomedical Education. She established a mastery-based procedural curriculum for OSU’s EM residency program before creation of an institution-wide mastery-based central venous catheter (CVC) curriculum for all housestaff expected to place CVCs during their clinical training. Cognitive Question How can use the principles of mastery learning as better benchmark for learning, performance, and patient safety? How can we practice deliberately? What is Mastery Learning? Unlike traditional clinical training, which is time-bound (e.g., “you are competent after a 3-year residency” or “after 10 chest tubes”), Mastery Learning is outcome-bound. The goal is to get every single learner from their unique baseline to an identical, objectively high level of performance with minimal variation. In this framework, learners start with a pre-brief, followed by baseline assessment, targeted debrief, deliberate practice, and a final evaluation using a checklist with a strict minimum passing standard (often set via methods like the Mastery Angoff). The mastery learning framework has been shown to improve patient safety.The Northwestern Central Line Study: Research demonstrated that requiring residents to achieve a set benchmark on a simulator prior to clinical performance led to fewer needle passes, a decrease in mechanical complications (such as accidental arterial punctures), and a subsequent reduction in catheter-associated infection rates in the intensive care unit.High-Acuity, Low-Occurrence (HALO) Procedures: Studies have demonstrated that for rare, critical procedures like emergency cricothyrotomies or transvenous pacing, baseline testing shows that very few trainees can meet a standard passing score initially. However, following targeted simulation training and deliberate practice, 100% of participants successfully achieved the minimum standard required to perform the procedure competently. The Anatomy of Deliberate Practice We often assume experience or confidence equals competence, but humans are notoriously poor self-assessors (plug for our Dunning-Kruger episode!). True deliberate practice isn’t just repeating a task for 10,000 hours; it is purposeful, learner-driven micro-skill improvement guided by an expert coach.High-Quality Feedback: Avoid vague phrases like “good job” or “read more.” Effective coaching relies on strictly objective, real-time observations (e.g., “I am watching your needle angle. If you enter the skin more steeply, you will hit the vessel faster”).Embrace a Growth Mindset: Stripping away your ego to be silently watched and critiqued  is inherently awkward. Normalize deliberate practice to create psychological safety. Overcoming this requires building an environment centered on patient safety, where baselines are treated as data points rather than judgments. True growth happens with the “productive struggle”.Adaptive Expertise: True mastery means moving past a rigid checklist. It requires learners to understand the reasoning behind their actions and anticipate next steps, complications, and plot twists in real time. Immediate Action Steps for Your Next Shift **Reflect on Personal Goals**: Identify specific clinical skills you wish to improve and set objectives.  **Seek Expert Feedback**: Find a mentor or coach for guided practice and objective feedback on your skills.  **Cultivate Psychological Safety**: Foster an environment where discussing mistakes and receiving feedback is viewed as growth rather than criticism.  **Practice Adaptively**: Introduce scenarios with atypical anatomy,  complications, plot twists to better prepare for real-world complexity.  Conclusion By focusing on specific skill improvement and welcoming constructive feedback, clinicians can build competence and confidence, ultimately improving performance and patient safety. Effective mastery learning hinges on creating psychologically safe learning environments, engaging in focused deliberate practice, and leveraging expert feedback. This approach can be applied to clinical procedural excellence as well as many other skills, including communication and team dynamics. Clinical Bottom Line Mastery learning is an outcome-bound framework to reach a high standard of performance and deliberate practice is the tool that can help you achieve that high performance through expert feedback. Further Reading Barsuk JH, et al.Dissemination of a simulation-based mastery learning intervention reduces central line-associated bloodstream infections. BMJ Quality & Safety. Sep 2014.PMID: 24632995Klein MR, et al.Developing simulation-based mastery learning curricula for emergency medicine skills training. AEM Education and Training. Jun 2025.PMID: 40521339 Meet the Authors Kim Bambach, MD Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH Jennifer Yee, DO Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Associate Program Director The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH Showing Slide 1 of 2 The post REBEL MIND – Mastery Learning and Deliberate Practice appeared first on REBEL EM - Emergency Medicine Blog.

The U.S. Constitution likely would not have been ratified in 1788 without Article 5, which allowed for amendment. Many of the original founders championed the idea that the document would need to change as the country changed. As historian Jill Lepore points out in her newest book most of the 27 amendments to the constitution have happened just after times of war or conflict, and after 33 years without an amendment, we may be headed that way again. OPB’s Geoff Norcross speaks to Lepore in front of an audience at the 2025 Portland Book Festival about “We the People: A history of the U.S. Constitution.”

Host Chad Prevost and co-host Genesis launch the first live happy-hour episode of The Difficulty from Home Bar in downtown Chattanooga, inviting listeners to join Fridays and describing the city as a creative crossroads. They discuss Chattanooga's “animal” vibe, then welcome Chicago-based curator/artist LaRon Dittoe, who works in finance and commits to a monthly creative practice through gallery shows and artist dinners, and shares her handle and a planned September Chicago exhibition. Another guest, Nic Chung (an artist in Chattanooga), argues creativity is an identity beyond mediums and reflects on a dream of dying that shifted him toward minimizing regret rather than fear. The group talks about confronting “the bottom,” social anxiety, community, sponsors, the show's growth, weekly giveaways (including The Artist's Way next week), Chad's daily reader book structure, and brief UFO skepticism and faith-versus-doubt discussion.Tune in every Friday for conversations that begin one place and always take you somewhere else like a good poem. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chadprevost.substack.com

Welcome to the New Nexus Academy! In a world of Superheros and villains, only one school can teach young crime fighters to wield their powers with great responsibility, and hopefully save the day! One such team of super teens must unravel a mystery close to home in this one shot adventure in the Masks system. Are you ready to done the Mask? Pick up a class schedule and listen along to this special Rolling with Difficulty adventure! ---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---Thank you to our friends over at Trade School! Check them out:https://www.certainpov.com/trade-schoolDani enamel pins available now! Order yours while supplies last:https://crowdmade.com/collections/rolling-with-difficultyRolling with Difficulty Patreon:patreon.com/rollingwithdifficultyRolling with Difficulty Discord:https://discord.gg/8c9e4xhUKyMerch:https://crowdmade.com/collections/rolling-with-difficultyContact the Pod:rollwithdifficulty@gmail.comRSS Feed: https://rollingwithdifficultypod.transistor.fm/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RollingwithDifficultyInstagram: @rollwithdifficultyBlueSky: @rollwithdifficulty.bsky.socialTik Tok: @rollwithdifficultyCast:Game Master - Sophia RicciardiBlueSky: @sophiekay.bsky.socialInstagram: @_sophie_kayMoviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruckCrashbox - Nando YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nandovmoviesPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/nandovmoviesBlueSky: @nandovmovies.bsky.socialAlvin J. Darling - Imanihttps://asalwaysimani.com/BlueSky: @kaoscryptid.asalwaysimani.comEv - NoirBlueSky: @noirgalaxies.bsky.socialInstagram: @noirgalaxiesDamocles - Austin FunkBlueSky: @atthefunk.bsky.socialThe Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+setSingularity - OSP RedBlueSky: @overlysarcastic.bsky.socialInstagram: @overly.sarcastic.productionsOverly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:Austin Funk1314 5th AvePO Box # 1163Bay Shore NY 11706Character Art by SophiaBackground Art by @tanukimi.sMusic by: Dominic Ricciardihttps://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusicFeatured Tracks:Mask OffMask OnMask Back Off ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

#10MinuteswithJesus ** Put yourself in the presence of God. Try talking to Him. ** 10 minutes are 10 minutes. Even if you can get distracted, reach the end. ** Be constant. The Holy Spirit acts "on low heat" and requires perseverance. 10-Minute audio to help you pray. Daily sparks to ignite prayer: a passage from the gospel, an idea, an anecdote and a priest who speaks with you and the Lord, inviting you to share your intimacy with God. Find your moment, consider you are in His presence and click play.

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GTA 6 preorders are here, but Rockstar's physical edition is already stirring controversy with no disc in the box. We dig into the $80 price point, whether GTA 6 changes the ceiling for AAA games, and what this means for physical collectors. Then we get into a rough week for Xbox: Call of Duty leaving day-one Game Pass, major Xbox Series X|S price increases, and reports that Microsoft may be looking to sell, spin out, or shut down studios like Ninja Theory, Double Fine, Undead Labs, Compulsion, and Arkane Lyon. We also talk LEGO Batman, Stalker 2, Mixtape, 007, short platinum trophies, and our top games of the year so far. Join us! New episodes post every other Wednesday at 12PM CST/10AM PST! This show is possible thanks to the support of our Patrons. Consider becoming one today: https://www.patreon.com/nartech JOIN OUR DISCORD! Discuss PlayStation, gaming, movies, music, and the podcast with fellow fans: https://discord.gg/cEvKzqm Email/Tweet us your thoughts & suggestions:X: https://www.twitter.com/TriangleSqrdEmail: trianglesquaredpodcast@gmail.com PSN IDs:Brett - Chaimera086Chris - Figz21k ------------------------------------- 0:00 - GTA 6 Physical Copy Cold Open4:21 - LEGO Batman Is Basically Arkham?15:08 - Stalker 2, Difficulty & Tainted Grail33:16 - Mixtape Review Discourse Gets Weird45:39 - 007 Feels More Hitman Than Uncharted1:00:26 - Revisiting GTA V Before GTA 61:08:11 - GTA 6 Preorders, $80 Games & No Disc Debate1:51:54 - Call of Duty Leaves Game Pass1:57:31 - Xbox Console Prices Could Spell Doom For All Consoles2:04:46 - Is Microsoft Selling Off Xbox Studios?2:35:41 - Quality Short Platinum Trophies2:45:02 - Top Games of the Year So Far -------------------------------------

Abuse can have profound and lasting effects on an individual, often leading to trauma later in life. Here is a summary of how abuse can lead to trauma:Psychological Impact: Abuse erodes an individual's sense of safety, trust, and self-worth. This can lead to feelings of powerlessness, helplessness, and shame, which are at the core of traumatic experiences.Complex Reactions: Victims of abuse often develop complex emotional and psychological reactions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is characterized by symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance. These reactions can persist long after the abuse has ended.Changes in Brain Chemistry: Chronic stress and trauma can lead to changes in brain chemistry, affecting the brain's ability to regulate emotions and stress responses. This can result in heightened anxiety and an increased vulnerability to further traumatic experiences.Interference with Development: Childhood abuse can interfere with healthy emotional and psychological development. It can disrupt the formation of secure attachments, which are crucial for a person's ability to form healthy relationships later in life.Maladaptive Coping Mechanisms: Many survivors of abuse develop maladaptive coping mechanisms, such as substance abuse or self-harming behaviors, to numb emotional pain or regain a sense of control.Revictimization: Individuals who have experienced abuse in the past may be at an increased risk of being revictimized in adulthood. They may find themselves in situations or relationships that echo their earlier traumatic experiences.Impact on Self-Identity: Abuse can lead to a negative self-concept and a distorted view of oneself. Survivors may struggle with feelings of guilt, self-blame, and a persistent sense of being damaged or unworthy.Physical Health Consequences: The stress and emotional toll of abuse can also have physical health consequences, leading to conditions like chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, and cardiovascular problems.Difficulty with Trust and Intimacy: Survivors of abuse may find it challenging to trust others and establish intimate relationships due to their past experiences of betrayal and violation of boundaries.Long-Term Psychological Symptoms: Trauma resulting from abuse can manifest as long-term symptoms, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and eating disorders, which can significantly impact an individual's quality of life.In the case of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell and their decades of unchecked abuse, the number of surivvors who have suffered signifigant trauma is eye popping and brings up the glaring issue that survivors always seem to face: A lack of resources to help them in the aftermath. (commercial at 6:51)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Trauma remains: Epstein abuse victim's tragic overdose shows enduring pain of survivors | WPEC (cbs12.com)

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Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows!   This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track!   Check out today's questions:    Anonymous: I'm a 46-year-old female (163 cm, 81.5 kg) recent leg swelling, especially left leg with significant fluid from the knee into the foot. Blood clot + kidney issues are ruled out, but ALT is at 209 U/L (10–45). In January a doctor diagnosed lipedema stage 1–2 in legs and arms, left leg was not swollen like this then. My legs may swell slightly in heat, but not in Denmark. EquiLife labs are not possible here. I look 6–7 mths pregnant all day, not hard, no gas. Difficulty losing weight detoxes no longer effective. Diet smoothie (berries, kale, DNS, chia,psyllium,creatine,collagen), lunch cauliflower rice, chicken, arugula, dinner potatoes/meat/veg, pasta 1–2xweek, water + 1–2 drinks/week.I'm peri started bioidentical hormones in January hot flashes gone, mood improved. If I was your wife?      Sarah: Hello! I had a question about 'fascia blasting'. Despite doing everything you recommend for cellulite for years now, I still have it on my legs. For a few weeks ive been trying fascia blasting with  device and my legs have improved so much. They feel firmer, less painful to touch, and cellulite has improved. I cant believe the results. Curious what your thoughts are on this. Is it 'dangerous' (as some comments online say), is there any science behind it? My skin does bruise alot after I do it, but this doesnt bother me as the results I've been seeing are great. Always trust your imput, thanks so much!!       Trent: Hi, I have never had trouble sleeping up until around 6 weeks ago. When it first started, I started waking up in between 3-4am, having very deep vivid dreams every night. Most of the times I could get back to sleep not long after but sometimes if I wake at around 5am I stay awake. My sleep time does vary a bit but I usually get around on average 6.5-7 hours a night, sometimes more and sometimes less. Previously I had never had any troubles sleeping and would never consistently wake up at these times. 2 things I know I need to limit or stop doing is taking my laptop into bed and limit my sugar intake. I do not feel stressed at the moment but I do have some big decision to make this year that are always on my mind.       Sarah: Hello! I've recently been hearing about chlorine neutralizer sprays that some parents use on children before or after swimming. From what I understand, many contain vitamin C or similar ingredients that are supposed to neutralize chlorine or chloramines on the skin and hair to help reduce irritation or exposure. I wanted to ask your opinion on them. Do you think these sprays are actually beneficial or safe for regular use on children? Are they helpful for kids with sensitive skin, eczema, or allergies, or is rinsing/showering after swimming usually enough? I've also seen some claims online about reducing chlorine absorption into the body, and I'm not sure how accurate that is. Are there better natural approaches for protecting skin before or after swimming in chlorine pools? Thanks!       Audrey: Hi Dr. Cabral, Is greenhouse grown lettuce as nutritious as non greenhouse grown? The package states not sprayed with any pesticides. I try to get my lettuce from my local farmers market but sometimes I cannot make it there. The greenhouse grown seems to be much fresher and better quality than regular store lettuce       Thank you for tuning into today's Cabral HouseCall and be sure to check back tomorrow where we answer more of our community's questions!    - - - Show Notes and Resources: StephenCabral.com/3795 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!  

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball get together to chat for the first time at the FIFA World Cup. They reflect on their experiences covering matches at the tournament so far, from John's sausage bun in Houston to Ian going viral for his review of MetLife Stadium. Ali also discusses commentating on Lionel Messi's record-breaking goal, which saw him become the highest goalscorer in World Cup history. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome throughout the tournament on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk1'52 - marks out of ten for the World Cup so far 2'20 - Ian being in New Jersey for the Knicks winning the Championship 4'04 - John's experience at the Azteca 9'00 - Difficulty picking out the players in the big stadiums 10'03 - When Denno missed a substitution in the Atlanta stadium & going viral in America 13'00 - the atmosphere in the stadiums 15'24 - John's sausage bun in Houston 19'20 - Commentating in stormy conditions 23'07 - Thoughts on England so far at the World Cup 26'38 - Who will start against Panama? 29'40 - Ian's hack on getting to the Metlife stadium & Americanisms 34'25 - The best teams they've seen so far & keeping up to date 37'24 - Ali commentating on Messi's record breaking World Cup goal 40'57 - Listeners correspondence 45'30 - Unintended pub names

911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Behind Every Emergency Call Is Someone Carrying the Weight of Another Person's Worst Day. When most people think of first responders, they picture police officers racing toward danger, firefighters battling flames, or paramedics fighting to save lives. The episode is available to listen to Free. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #LawEnforcementTalk #Free #Podcast #Radio But there is another group of heroes who experience unimaginable tragedy every day without ever leaving their chairs. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too. Their battlefield isn't on the streets. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin. It's Trauma on The Phone. Every scream... Every desperate plea... Every child crying... Every gunshot... Every final breath... It all comes through a headset. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. On the latest episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, host John Jay Wiley welcomes Alex LeFever, a veteran 911 dispatcher who shares what many dispatchers have silently carried for years. The episode is available across major platforms including their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, with highlights shared across their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles. His story reminds listeners that emotional scars don't require physical danger. Sometimes the deepest wounds are heard, not seen. The Calls That Never Leave Alex worked as a 911 dispatcher in both Arkansas and Pennsylvania. Like many emergency telecommunicators, thousands of calls blended together over time. But a few never disappeared. One involved a three-week-old baby. Another involved a woman trapped in a violent domestic abuse situation, who shot her attacker. Alex listened helplessly as the assault unfolded over the phone. Those voices never truly left him. "There are calls you never forget," Alex explains. "They stay with you long after your shift ends." Unlike police officers or firefighters who eventually arrive at a scene and begin resolving the crisis, dispatchers often experience something mental health experts call truncated trauma. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major Podcast networks. They hear the terror. They imagine the scene. Then the phone disconnects. Most never learn how the story ended. Their minds are left to fill in the blanks. 911 Dispatchers Are Often the First First Responders Whether dispatchers are officially recognized as first responders depends largely on where they work. Many states, including California, Washington, and Delaware, have passed laws officially recognizing emergency dispatchers as first responders. Federal classifications have historically categorized them as administrative employees rather than protective service professionals. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. That distinction has sparked ongoing bipartisan efforts in Congress to update federal classifications through legislation such as the 9-1-1 SAVES Act and the Enhancing First Response Act. Regardless of job titles, dispatchers perform life-saving work every day. They calm panicked callers. Guide CPR. Provide emergency childbirth instructions. Coordinate police, fire, and EMS responses. Gather critical intelligence. Save lives. Long before emergency vehicles arrive, dispatchers are already working to keep victims alive. "They're often the first voice people hear during the worst moment of their lives." Trauma on The Phone Is Real Mental health professionals increasingly recognize that dispatchers experience extraordinarily high rates of Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast continues bringing listeners real conversations from the front lines of crime, policing, trauma, survival, and healing. Unlike field responders, dispatchers experience trauma through sound alone. The human brain reacts as if it is physically present. Adrenaline surges. Heart rate increases. Stress hormones flood the body. Yet dispatchers must remain calm. Professional. Focused. They cannot panic. They cannot cry. They simply answer the next call. Hour after hour. Day after day. Over time, that emotional weight accumulates. Symptoms may include: • Reliving disturbing calls • Hearing callers' voices long after work • Difficulty concentrating • Hyper-vigilance • Emotional numbness • Burnout • Insomnia • High blood pressure • Chronic stress Many dispatchers suffer silently because few people understand what their job truly involves. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. The complete interview is available as a Free Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and major podcast platforms. Healing Doesn't Always Come Easy For Alex, recovery became intentional. He found one powerful outlet inside the gym. Weight training became more than exercise. It became therapy. "Training should enhance your life, not consume it," Alex says. His fitness journey actually began at just ten years old. By age seventeen, he had already set four International Powerlifting Association world records in the 198-pound class, including a remarkable 490-pound deadlift that stood for years. Today his philosophy is much different. Rather than chasing perfection, Alex helps people create sustainable health around real life. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Listeners can hear the complete interview on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major Podcast, Radio, News, and Media platforms. "Life still needs to happen," he says. "Cake at birthday parties. Family dinners. Saturday morning French toast." Instead of unrealistic fitness expectations, Alex teaches balance. He specializes in helping first responders, shift workers, and everyday people overcome obstacles traditional fitness programs often ignore. Irregular schedules. Old injuries. Chronic stress. Sleep disruption. Mental fatigue. His coaching adapts to reality instead of demanding perfection. Supporting the People Behind the Headset Mental health experts continue emphasizing that dispatchers need the same support systems increasingly available to police officers, firefighters, and paramedics. The podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and other major podcast platforms. Peer support. Critical incident debriefings. Professional counseling. Trauma education. Preventative mental health training. Organizations dedicated to dispatcher wellness continue advocating for stronger mental health resources while many states are expanding PTSD workers' compensation protections for emergency telecommunicators. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Recognizing dispatcher trauma isn't simply about changing job titles. It's about acknowledging invisible injuries before they become life-changing ones. A Story Every First Responder Should Hear Alex LeFever's conversation offers an honest look inside one of public safety's least understood professions. Listen to the full story on the Free Podcast, available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more. His story is about resilience. Trauma. Recovery. Fitness. Mental health. And recognizing that heroes aren't always the ones wearing body armor. Sometimes they're wearing a headset. Sometimes they're the calm voice who answers when someone dials three simple numbers. Listen to the Full Conversation Hear Alex LeFever's remarkable story on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available on their website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio and most major Podcast platforms. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Watch, listen, and share this Free Audio interview across your favorite Social Media channels and help shine a light on the invisible trauma experienced by emergency dispatchers every single day. Because 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too, and understanding Trauma on The Phone may be the first step toward helping those who spend their careers helping everyone else. The episode is available to listen to Free. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. Learn and get access to money saving tips and how to increase your net worth at www.LetSavings.com Listen to this powerful #Free Podcast episode featuring Marci Hopkins on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major Podcast platforms nationwide. Download the Free Ebook about ways and tips to improve your health. 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For so many people in their 50s and early 60s, the road to retirement doesn't start with a perfect plan, it starts with fatigue. That's where Shawn is today. After decades of running two small businesses, volunteering as a firefighter, and never really turning “off,” he's finally asking the question every pre-retiree faces: When is enough… enough?This episode dives into the real challenges people face when they're 1–3 years from retirement: selling a business, navigating healthcare before Medicare, planning around a spouse's job and benefits, understanding true retirement spending, and figuring out what life looks like when the work phone finally stops ringing. Shawn shares his dream of RV travel, more fishing, more freedom — and the mental battle between “one more year” and finally pulling the trigger.You'll hear how he's approaching Social Security timing, retirement budgeting, burnout, identity, financial independence, and designing a lifestyle that actually fits who he is now. If you're preparing for retirement and wondering whether you're emotionally, financially, or physically ready to take the next step, this conversation is full of real-life insight — not theory.--Shawn is not a client of Root Financial Partners, LLC and received no compensation for participating in this video. His statements reflect his own opinions and experience and are not indicative of any specific client's experience and are not a guarantee of results. No cash or non-cash compensation was provided, and no material conflicts are known.Advisory services are offered through Root Financial Partners, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. This content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Viewing this content does not create an advisory relationship. We do not provide tax preparation or legal services. Always consult an investment, tax or legal professional regarding your specific situation.The strategies, case studies, and examples discussed may not be suitable for everyone. They are hypothetical and for illustrative and educational purposes only. They do not reflect actual client results and are not guarantees of future performance. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal.Comments reflect the views of individual users and do not necessarily represent the views of Root Financial. They are not verified, may not be accurate, and should not be considered testimonials or endorsementsParticipation in the Retirement Planning Academy or Early Retirement Academy does not create an advisory relationship with Root Financial. These programs are educational in nature and are not a substitute for personalized financial advice. Advisory services are offered only under a written agreement with Root Financial.Create Your Custom Early Retirement Strategy HereGet access to the same software I use for my clients and join the Early Retirement Academy hereAri Taublieb, CFP ®, MBA  is the Chief Growth Officer of Root Financial Partners and a Fiduciary Financial Planner specializing in helping clients retire early with confidence.

Dusty May makes the jump from NCAA basketball to NBA; Todd and Dieter discuss difficulty of making the jump between amateur and professional sports, and the differences between basketball, football, and baseball in ascending levelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrea Stricker discusses the IAEA's near-total loss of access to Iranian nuclear sites. She details how previous US and Israeli strikes decimated enrichment capabilities, yet monitoring remains blind. Stricker emphasizes the difficulty of verifying the location of highly enriched uranium stockpiles, particularly at the heavily damaged Esfahan tunnel complex. (13)1721

WATCH ON YOUTUBE HERE. Have you ever looked at your HTMA results and thought: "Okay... but what does any of this actually mean?" If so, today's episode is for you. I'm joined by women's health dietitian and HTMA expert Amanda Montalvo for a deep dive into one of our favorite parts of the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis test: significant ratios. Inside Nourished Fertility, HTMAs have completely transformed how we support women with period loss, fertility struggles, thyroid symptoms, and hormone imbalances. These tests allow us to see deeper than standard blood work and understand how stress, metabolism, nervous system function, thyroid health, and mineral status are impacting your fertility journey. In this conversation, Amanda breaks down exactly what significant ratios are, why they matter, and how they help us understand what's happening behind symptoms like: Missing or irregular periods Fertility challenges Low energy and burnout Thyroid symptoms Blood sugar instability Anxiety and overwhelm Difficulty recovering from stress We also discuss why hormone imbalances are often the last thing to show up in the body—and why minerals may be the missing piece you've been overlooking. If you've completed an HTMA, are considering one, or simply want a better understanding of how minerals impact fertility, this episode is a must-listen. Ready to Restore Your Fertility? If you have a missing or irregular period and you're ready to uncover the root cause, we'd love to support you inside Premier Period Recovery for Fertility.

Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses stalled negotiations with Iran, noting the heavy influence of the Revolutionary Guard Corps over the diplomatic process. He analyzes the military difficulty of seizing Kharg Island and the profound impact of Ukrainian drones on the Russian front, suggesting that drone saturation has leveled the battlefield and interdicted Russian resupply lines. (11)1900 THE PERSIAN PROBLEM