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Stefan Barta, MD, MS Cutaneous T‑cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a rare condition that often raises important questions for patients and families. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stefan Barta, of the University of Pennsylvania, to bring clarity to what CTCL is, how it's diagnosed, and what patients can expect from staging and treatment. Dr. Barta breaks down the differences between CTCL subtypes, explains why diagnosing someone can take time, and shares the most up-to-date therapies, including skin directed treatments, immunotherapies, and emerging clinical trial options. Most importantly, he offers reassurance for those newly diagnosed: “The future is absolutely bright… there is a lot of hope for our patients with CTCL.” DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on this episode: Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation Clinical Trial Support Center Additional Blood Cancer United Support Resources: Free Nutrition Consultations Information Specialists Financial support Online Chat Free telephone/web patient programs Free booklets Young Adult Resources Support groups Caregiver support Caregiver Workbook Survivorship Workbook Advocacy and Public Policy Patient Community Mental Health Resources Episode supported by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. and Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation.The post Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL): Illuminating a Brighter Path Forward first appeared on The Bloodline with Blood Cancer United Podcast.

In honor of All In This Together, Jack, Anne Lamott, and Tami Simon continue their heart-opening conversation on story, tenderness, and remembering who you areJack's new book is out now!: All in This Together: Stories and Teachings for Loving Each Other and Our WorldToday's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/heartwisdom and get on your way to being your best self.In this episode, Jack, Anne, and Tami mindfully explore:Anne Lamott's 12-Step cruise ship seminar wisdomHow to tell or write a heart-opening storyGetting to the emotional center of it allRemembering who you really areIlluminating our common humanityLaughter as carbonated holiness and sacred groundWhat's between the telling and the listeningHow to trade our exhaustion for peace and restMicro-dosing love and understandingThe healing power of true romantic, soul-mate loveBeing loved just as you areStories on hopeOperating from the heart caveJack's recent visit with His Holiness the Dalai LamaStories of conflict resolutionThis conversation originally took place in Nov 2025 for Sounds True's celebration of Jack's All In This Together book release. Stay up to date with Jack's upcoming livestreams and events here.About Anne Lamott:Anne Lamott is the New York Times best-selling author of many books, including collections of essays, novels, and long-form non-fiction, including the classic writing manual Bird by Bird and child-rearing memoir Operating Instructions. In addition to being a novelist and nonfiction writer, Lamott is also a progressive political activist, public speaker, and writing teacher. Keep up with Anne on Instagram.“Laughter is carbonated holiness, and when we're laughing together we're on sacred ground.” –Anne LamottAbout Tami Simon:Tami Simon is the founder of Sounds True, a multimedia company that has produced over 3,000 titles and been nominated twice for the Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing companies. Tami also hosts the popular Sounds True podcast, Insights at the Edge, with more than 15 million downloads. Tami has been instrumental in the creation of the Inner MBA Program: a nine-month interactive program featuring esteemed CEOs and conscious business and mindfulness leaders created by Sounds True, LinkedIn and Wisdom 2.0.About Jack Kornfield:Jack Kornfield trained as a Buddhist monk in the monasteries of Thailand, India, and Burma, studying as a monk under the Buddhist master Ven. Ajahn Chah, as well as the Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw. He has taught meditation internationally since 1974 and is one of the key teachers to introduce Buddhist mindfulness practice to the West. Jack co-founded the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts, with fellow meditation teachers Sharon Salzberg and Joseph Goldstein and the Spirit Rock Center in Woodacre, California. His books have been translated into 20 languages and sold more than a million copies.Jack is currently offering a wonderful array of transformational online courses diving into crucial topics like Mindfulness Meditation Fundamentals, Walking the Eightfold Path, Opening the Heart of Forgiveness, Living Beautifully, Transforming Your Life Through Powerful Stories, and so much more. Sign up for an All Access Pass to explore Jack's entire course library. If you would like a year's worth of online meetups with Jack and fellow community, join The Year of Awakening: A Monthly Journey with Jack Kornfield.“I want to tell stories that soften your heart, make you weep or laugh, help you remember who you are, and illuminate our common humanity.” –Jack KornfieldStay up to date with Jack and his stream of fresh dharma offerings by visiting JackKornfield.com and signing up for his email teachings.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) are transforming the study of biology and disease by enabling scientists to grow large amounts of specific cell types in the lab that were once difficult to obtain. Our guests today focus on improving the derivation and study of sensory neurons, which are sparse and diverse nerve cells near the spine that carry information like pain, touch, or position of the body to the brain. Damage to these neurons or sensory neuropathies, as can happen in diabetes or infections, is estimated to affect millions of people worldwide, yet treatments are limited. To improve the generation of human sensory neurons, the authors developed a genetic toolkit to fluorescently label these individual cells and their subtypes. This approach enables more precise study of these subtypes, their roles in disease, and potentially the development of treatments for sensory neuropathies. GuestsJoriene C. de Nooij, PhD, Department of Neurology, Columbia University, USA Eti Malka-Gibor, PhD, Department of Neurology, Columbia University, USA HostJanet Rossant, Editor-in-Chief, Stem Cell Reports and The Gairdner FoundationSupporting ContentPaper link: Derivation and analysis of human somatic sensory neuron subtypes facilitated through fluorescent hPSC reporters," Stem Cell ReportsAbout Stem Cell ReportsStem Cell Reports is the open access, peer-reviewed journal of the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) for communicating basic discoveries in stem cell research, in addition to translational and clinical studies. Stem Cell Reports focuses on original research with conceptual or practical advances that are of broad interest to stem cell biologists and clinicians. X: @StemCellReportsAbout ISSCRAcross more than 80 countries, the International Society for Stem Cell Research (@ISSCR) is the preeminent global, cross-disciplinary, science-based organization dedicated to advancing stem cell research and its translation to medicine.ISSCR StaffKeith Alm, Chief Executive OfficerShuangshuang Du, Scientific Programs ManagerYvonne Fisher, Managing Editor, Stem Cell ReportsKym Kilbourne, Director of Media and Strategic CommunicationsMegan Koch, Senior Marketing ManagerJack Mosher, Scientific DirectorHunter Reed, Senior Marketing Coordinator 

Illuminating and captivating, New York Times bestselling author of Tinseltown and Bogart offers the first definitive account of the Black Dahlia murder—the most famous unsolved true crime case in American history—which humanizes the victim and situates the notorious case within an anxious, postwar country grappling with new ideas, demographics, and technologies.The brutal murder of Elizabeth Short—better known as the Black Dahlia—in 1947 has been in the public consciousness for nearly eighty years, yet no serious study of the crime has ever been published.Short has been mischaracterized as a wayward sex worker or vagabond, and—like the seductive femme fatales of film noir—responsible for and perhaps deserving of her fate. William J. Mann, however, is interested in the truth. His extensive research reveals her as a young woman with curiosity and drive, who leveraged what little agency postwar society gave her to explore the world, defying draconian postwar gender expectations to settle down, marry, and have children. It's time to reexamine the woman who became known as the Black Dahlia.Using a 21st-century lens, Mann connects Short's story to the anxious era after World War II, when the nation was grappling with new ideas, new demographics, new technologies, and old fears dressed up as new ones. Only by situating the Black Dahlia case within this changing world can we understand the tragedy of this young woman, whose life and death offer surprising mirrors on today.Mann has strong opinions on who might've killed her, and even stronger ones on who did not. He spent five years sifting through the evidence and has found unknown connections by cross-referencing police reports, District Attorney investigations, FBI files, court documents, military records, and more, using the deep, intense research skills that have become his trademark. He also spoke with the families of the original detectives, of Short's friends, and even of suspects, and relied on advice from experienced physicians and homicide detectives.Mann deftly sifts through the sensationalized journalism, preconceived notions, myths, and misunderstandings surrounding the case to uncover the truth about Elizabeth Short like no book before. The Black Dahlia promises to be the definitive study about the most famous unsolved case in American history.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm generally sceptical of conspiracy theories. Call me old fashioned, but I'm pretty sure we landed on the moon. I think 9/11 was al-Qaeda, not an inside job. I think climate change is real. But I've got to admit, I've been captivated by the information released in the Epstein files. And while I still don't think it reveals a coordinated paedophile ring, the trove of information released so far has been far more enlightening than I ever anticipated it would be. Truthfully, I thought it would be a nothing burger. I was wrong. It's not that the files necessarily prove greater illegality. Many people thought the dump would reveal a client list of the global elite: a black book of politicians, billionaires, CEOs, celebs, and royalty who'd committed the most appalling crimes and would be rounded up and brought to justice. So far at least, it doesn't have that. But it has illuminated a web of connections and relationships among the wealthy, connected, and powerful that we might never have known existed. And it is quite extraordinary to see the ways in which power and acquaintances have been leveraged. There are several stand out takeaways for me. First of all, the sheer volume of information. Thousands of videos, hundreds of thousands of photos, millions of messages. Was there anything this guy didn't document? And there are still millions of documents that haven't yet been released. Secondly, the impact the files are having in countries outside the United States. Although they name heaps of big powerful figures in the US, many of whom are closely connected to the President or the Clintons, the blow-back has arguably been curiously stronger in other parts of the World. Overnight, the Crown Princess of Norway has publicly apologised to the King and Queen after her close relationship with Epstein was illuminated. As we go to air, Police in the UK are searching the properties of Peter Mandelson, the man who until a few weeks ago was the UK's Ambassador to the US, and who's one of many people who after initially talking down their relationship with Epstein, has been proven to have been far closer to the man, to have visited him and stayed with him well after this initial convictions. Ariane de Rothschild, the CEO of the Rothschild Swiss bank, previously said she only met Epstein on bank business, but the files suggest a much chummier relationship, Epstein inviting her to stay at his apartment. My third takeaway is that even though nothing illegal is alleged on their behalf, some of the high-profile names associated with Epstein have forever tarnished their reputations through their enduring relationships with him. Bill Gates continuing to communicate with Epstein for years. Noam Chomsky tendering advice to Epstein on surviving a media storm relating to his criminal charges. And of course, the greatest fall from grace outside of Epstein himself, the former Prince Andrew, disgraced, stripped of his titles, and with no realistic path back to respect. The files may not have proved a great conspiracy, but they have been incredibly illuminating. And as I've digested the reporting and analysis, the communications of incredibly powerful people who never imagined their messages would be publicised, I've been reminded of a salient quote. "The measure of a person's character is what they do when no one is watching." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Illuminating Dreams: Mei's Lantern of Change & Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-04-08-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 村庄坐落在连绵起伏的小山之间，覆盖着一层柔和的白雪。En: A village nestled between rolling hills was covered with a soft layer of white snow.Zh: 在冬天的空气中，红色和金色的灯笼在传统瓦屋顶的飞檐下轻轻摇曳。En: In the winter air, the red and gold lanterns gently swayed under the eaves of traditional tiled roofs.Zh: 狭窄的石板路通向村里的学校，空气中弥漫着节日食物的香味，还有村民们准备庆祝活动的笑声。En: Narrow stone paths led to the village school, filled with the aroma of festive food and the laughter of villagers preparing for celebrations.Zh: 梅是一名安静的高中生。En: Mei was a quiet high school student.Zh: 她总是躲在教室的角落里。En: She always hid in the corner of the classroom.Zh: 不太喜欢说话，却有着深刻的思考。En: Not fond of speaking, yet she had deep thoughts.Zh: 这一年冬天的元宵节，学校举办灯会。En: This year's Lantern Festival in winter, the school held a lantern fair.Zh: 梅心里有一个秘密的愿望，她想做一个最美丽的灯笼，来打动她的朋友浩。En: Mei had a secret wish in her heart; she wanted to make the most beautiful lantern to impress her friend Hao.Zh: 浩是梅的童年玩伴。En: Hao was Mei's childhood playmate.Zh: 他总是充满活力，对生活充满了渴望。En: He was always full of energy and a zest for life.Zh: 但梅不知道如何表达自己对浩的感情。En: But Mei didn't know how to express her feelings for Hao.Zh: 她的对手静，是一个外向和有才华的同学，静的创意很棒，而且她也喜欢浩。En: Her rival Jing was an outgoing and talented classmate, whose creativity was great, and she also liked Hao.Zh: 梅感到有些不安。En: Mei felt a bit uneasy.Zh: 老师宣布灯会的比赛规则后，梅决定找她的奶奶帮忙。En: After the teacher announced the competition rules for the lantern fair, Mei decided to seek help from her grandmother.Zh: 奶奶是村里有名的手工艺人。En: Her grandmother was a renowned artisan in the village.Zh: 很多年前，她传授给村民们传统的灯笼制作技艺。En: Many years ago, she taught the villagers the traditional art of making lanterns.Zh: “奶奶，我想做一个特别的灯笼给学校的灯会。”梅小声说。En: “Grandma, I want to make a special lantern for the school's lantern fair,” Mei said softly.Zh: “你有好想法吗？”奶奶拿起一块红布。En: “Do you have a good idea?” her grandmother asked, picking up a piece of red cloth.Zh: “我想做一个有雪花和小山图案的灯笼。En: “I want to make a lantern with snowflake and mountain patterns.Zh: 那样可以代表我们的村子。”梅回答。En: That could represent our village,” Mei replied.Zh: 奶奶微笑着点头。En: Her grandmother nodded with a smile.Zh: 她开始教梅如何裁剪和缝制。En: She began teaching Mei how to cut and sew.Zh: 梅学得很认真，她的手慢慢熟练起来。En: Mei learned very seriously, and slowly her hands became more skillful.Zh: 元宵节的晚上，学校里灯火辉煌。En: On the night of the Lantern Festival, the school was brilliantly lit.Zh: 五颜六色的灯笼点亮了整个校园。En: Colored lanterns illuminated the entire campus.Zh: 梅也紧张地等待着，她的灯笼在一个不起眼的桌子上摆着。En: Mei waited nervously; her lantern was placed on an inconspicuous table.Zh: 灯展开始，大家都聚集在一起，观赏各式各样的灯笼。En: As the lantern display began, everyone gathered to admire the various lanterns.Zh: 此时，一缕灯光照亮了梅的灯笼。En: At that moment, a beam of light illuminated Mei's lantern.Zh: 灯笼上精致的图案像是活起来了一样，顿时吸引了所有人的目光。En: The exquisite patterns on the lantern seemed to come alive, instantly capturing everyone's attention.Zh: 浩惊讶地看着这个灯笼，慢慢走向前来。En: Hao looked at the lantern in surprise and slowly walked toward it.Zh: “梅，这是你做的？”浩抬起头，惊讶又欣慰地问。En: “Mei, did you make this?” Hao raised his head, asking in amazement and with a sense of relief.Zh: 梅点了点头，心中充满了喜悦。En: Mei nodded, her heart filled with joy.Zh: “你做得真好。我从来不知道你这么有创意。”浩笑着说。En: “You did great. I never knew you were so creative,” Hao said with a smile.Zh: 那一刻，梅感到前所未有的自信。En: At that moment, Mei felt unprecedented confidence.Zh: 而浩的称赞让她更加坚定，她决定以后要多尝试创造性活动。En: And Hao's praise made her more determined; she decided to try more creative activities in the future.Zh: 从那天起，梅变得更加开朗。En: From that day on, Mei became more cheerful.Zh: 她开始积极参与学校的活动。En: She started to actively participate in school activities.Zh: 她和浩的友情也更进一步，如今他们有了共同的梦想和目标。En: Her friendship with Hao deepened, and now they had shared dreams and goals.Zh: 村子的冬天虽然寒冷，但梅的心中却充满了温暖。En: Although the village's winter was cold, Mei's heart was filled with warmth.Zh: 村庄里，漫天的灯光照亮了他们的未来。En: Throughout the village, the brilliant lights illuminated their future. Vocabulary Words:nestled: 坐落swayed: 摇曳eaves: 飞檐aroma: 香味lantern: 灯笼festive: 节日rival: 对手uneasy: 不安announce: 宣布renowned: 有名artisan: 手工艺人patterns: 图案exquisite: 精致inconspicuous: 不起眼illuminated: 点亮admire: 观赏astonishment: 惊讶determined: 坚定creative: 创意participate: 参与unprecedented: 前所未有cheerful: 开朗zest: 渴望tiled: 瓦childhood: 童年talented: 有才华sew: 缝制beam: 一缕capturing: 吸引warmth: 温暖

Drs Sunil Singhal, Janos Tanyi, and James Delikatny discuss the 10 year anniversary of the Penn Center for Precision Surgery. A collaborative effort, the Center has the goal of advancing the practice and invention of intraoperative molecular imaging modalities. Together, the panel review the development and application of fluorescent contrast agents in surgery, relevant FDA-approvals originating at Penn (ie., Cytalux®), and the future of intraoperative imaging.

Have you ever noticed yourself repeating the same patterns—even when you know better? In this episode, I'm joined by Xavier Dagba for a deeply honest conversation about the shadow side of our inner lives. We explore the parts of ourselves we've learned to hide: old emotional wounds, unmet needs, and traits we've labeled as “unacceptable.” Xavier also introduces the idea of the golden shadow—the disowned strengths, gifts, and radiance we often keep just as hidden as our pain. Xavier is a transformational coach, speaker, and author known for his grounded, trauma-informed approach to shadow integration and self-liberation. Drawing from depth psychology, embodied healing, and spiritual wisdom, he helps people dissolve self-sabotage and live with greater wholeness and integrity. He is also the creator of The Embodied Light Project and host of the Enheartened. In our conversation, we talk about resistance, self-sabotage, and why meaningful change can feel so challenging—even when it's deeply desired. This episode offers practical insights into recognizing your shadow, working with it compassionately, and integrating all parts of yourself so you can live in a more grounded, authentic way.

Change is the one constant we can't escape, and as author, poet, and speaker Arielle Estoria reminds us, it's not something to fear, but to honor. In this soulful and deeply resonant conversation, Emily and Arielle explore what it truly means to come home to yourself through the ongoing process of unfolding. Together, they reflect on the courage it takes to shed old identities, question inherited beliefs, and step into the woman you've always been beneath the layers of conditioning.Drawing from Arielle's acclaimed book, The Unfolding: An Invitation to Come Home to Yourself, they explore the five sacred phases of transformation, The Awakening, The Eclipsing, The Mending, The Illuminating, and The Returning. Arielle shares how each phase mirrors the seasons of our own becoming: the moments that break us open, the shadows that test us, and the light that leads us back to wholeness. Through storytelling, poetry, and vulnerability, she reminds us that healing is not linear; it's a constant, sacred dance between remembering and becoming.This episode offers a moment to pause, exhale, and find calm. It's an invitation to recognize your own unfolding in real time, to see your evolution not as a crisis, but as a calling. Whether you're in the midst of awakening, grieving who you once were, or stepping into a new version of yourself, Arielle's words will remind you that you're not broken, you're blooming.If you've ever found yourself asking, “who am I before the world told me who to be,? this conversation is for you.In this episode, we explore:The five sacred phases of The Unfolding — The Awakening, The Eclipsing, The Mending, The Illuminating, and The Returning — and how they mirror the seasons of our own becoming.How to come home to yourself after years of performing, pleasing, and striving for conditional belonging.Faith deconstruction and spiritual evolution — finding peace between structure and freedom, and rediscovering your connection to the divine on your own terms.The grief of growth — how to hold compassion for who you once were while celebrating who you're becoming.Breaking free from societal boxes and good-girl conditioning to reclaim your voice, power, and truth.The courage to speak with your whole chest — what it means to tell the truth, stand in your convictions, and stop apologizing for your light.The art of unlearning and mending — honoring the parts of yourself that no longer fit while integrating what still feels true.The returning phase — remembering that you've never been lost, only layered; reconnecting with the childlike essence of who you've always been.Creativity, storytelling, and poetry as spiritual practice — how Arielle uses art as a portal to healing and self-expression.Living and evolving in real time — embracing change as a lifelong invitation to unfold again and again.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Arielle:Website:

Human trafficking is one of the most urgent — and often hidden — crises of our time. In this powerful episode of Logistics with Purpose®, we shine a light on the realities of modern-day slavery in recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.Our guests share their personal journeys into advocacy and activism, revealing how trafficking operates across industries, borders, and supply chains — and the devastating impact it has on individuals, families, and communities.From the role logistics plays in both enabling and preventing exploitation to the critical importance of awareness, education, and accountability, this conversation challenges leaders and listeners alike to look deeper and act with purpose.Together, we explore: How human trafficking intersects with global supply chainsThe real stories behind advocacy and survivor supportWhy awareness is a powerful tool for preventionHow individuals and organizations can make a meaningful differencePractical steps businesses can take to fight exploitationThis is a sobering — yet hopeful — conversation about responsibility, resilience, and the role each of us can play in ending human trafficking.Additional Links & Resources:Connect with Laura Cyrus: https://live.freightwaves.com/event-speakers/laura-cyrusLearn more about TAT: https://tatnonprofit.org/Connect with Jeff Shaw: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyashaw/Learn more about The Freedom Collective: https://www.thefreedomcollective.org/Connect with Kwami Adoboe-Herrera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwami-adoboe-herrera-4038ab132/Learn more about Teleios Inc: https://www.teleiospath.org/Connect with Dr. Brook Bello: https://www.moretoliving.org/#TeamLearn more about More Too Life Inc: https://www.moretoliving.org/Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purposeLearn more about Vector Global Logistics:

Fluent Fiction - French: Beyond the Shadows: Light's Illuminating Power at the Louvre Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-01-26-23-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le vent glacial de l'hiver s'infiltrait par les grandes fenêtres du Louvre, mais à l'intérieur, le musée réchauffait les esprits avec ses chefs-d'œuvre silencieux.En: The icy winter wind seeped through the large windows of the Louvre, but inside, the museum warmed the spirits with its silent masterpieces.Fr: Éloise, son carnet à la main, déambulait dans la galerie des sculptures.En: Éloise, her notebook in hand, wandered through the sculpture gallery.Fr: Les statues semblaient respirer sous le jet de lumière naturelle, en révélant des détails qu'elle n'avait jamais remarqués auparavant.En: The statues seemed to breathe under the stream of natural light, revealing details she had never noticed before.Fr: Éloise était une étudiante en histoire de l'art, à la recherche d'une perspective unique pour sa thèse.En: Éloise was a student of art history, seeking a unique perspective for her thesis.Fr: Elle voulait comprendre comment la lumière interagissait avec les sculptures.En: She wanted to understand how light interacted with the sculptures.Fr: Mais la galerie était pleine de touristes, troublant sa concentration.En: But the gallery was full of tourists, disrupting her concentration.Fr: Elle espérait qu'en traînant devant une statue particulière, la foule finirait par se disperser.En: She hoped that by lingering in front of a particular statue, the crowd would eventually disperse.Fr: Près d'elle, un homme, Luc, observait les œuvres avec un regard rêveur.En: Near her, a man, Luc, observed the works with a dreamy look.Fr: Voyageur dans l'âme, il cherchait l'inspiration pour son prochain article.En: A traveler at heart, he was seeking inspiration for his next article.Fr: Son air charmant mais soucieux attira l'attention d'Éloise.En: His charming yet worried demeanor caught Éloise's attention.Fr: Un peu plus loin, Thibault, un peintre au regard un peu perdu, examinait les ombres avec une intensité palpable.En: A little further off, Thibault, a painter with a somewhat lost look, examined the shadows with palpable intensity.Fr: Il paraissait aux prises avec ses propres doutes.En: He seemed to be wrestling with his own doubts.Fr: Éloise, poussée par une impulsion soudaine, engagea la conversation avec Luc et Thibault.En: Éloise, driven by a sudden impulse, started a conversation with Luc and Thibault.Fr: « La lumière ici est incroyable, non ?En: "The light here is incredible, isn't it?"Fr: » demanda-t-elle timidement.En: she asked shyly.Fr: Luc acquiesça, son regard se perdant encore dans les détails.En: Luc nodded, his gaze still lost in the details.Fr: « Oui, c'est fascinant.En: "Yes, it's fascinating.Fr: Chaque angle raconte une nouvelle histoire.En: Every angle tells a new story."Fr: » Thibault, d'abord silencieux, trouva la force de parler.En: Thibault, initially silent, found the strength to speak.Fr: « Pour moi, c'est une lutte constante.En: "For me, it's a constant struggle.Fr: Je suis souvent coincé dans l'obscurité.En: I am often stuck in darkness."Fr: » Sa voix portait un poids d'incertitude.En: His voice carried a weight of uncertainty.Fr: La discussion s'anima, les trois esprits s'ouvrant sur leurs perspectives respectives.En: The discussion animated, with the three minds opening up about their respective perspectives.Fr: Ils débattaient du jeu de la lumière et de l'ombre, Thibault partageant ses luttes artistiques.En: They debated the play of light and shadow, Thibault sharing his artistic struggles.Fr: Luc, avec son expérience du monde, ajoutait des anecdotes de ses voyages, apportant des exemples de sculptures qu'il avait vues ailleurs.En: Luc, with his worldly experience, added anecdotes from his travels, bringing up examples of sculptures he had seen elsewhere.Fr: La galerie se vidait peu à peu, et Éloise proposa de trouver un endroit plus calme.En: The gallery gradually emptied, and Éloise suggested finding a quieter place.Fr: Ils découvrirent un coin isolé où la lumière glissait délicatement sur les sculptures.En: They discovered a secluded corner where the light delicately glided over the sculptures.Fr: Éloise trouva soudain l'inspiration pour son travail.En: Éloise suddenly found inspiration for her work.Fr: Elle comprit que la lumière était aussi une métaphore pour l'éclaircissement de l'esprit et le partage des idées.En: She understood that light was also a metaphor for the enlightenment of the mind and the sharing of ideas.Fr: Thibault observa la scène et fut frappé par la simplicité de l'instant.En: Thibault observed the scene and was struck by the simplicity of the moment.Fr: Sa confiance renaissait, et ses doutes commençaient à s'estomper.En: His confidence was reborn, and his doubts began to fade.Fr: Il sentit une nouvelle énergie créative en lui.En: He felt a new creative energy within him.Fr: Luc, témoin de ce moment, trouva aussi matière à enrichir son prochain article.En: Luc, witnessing this moment, also found material to enrich his next article.Fr: En quittant le musée, chacun éprouvait un sentiment d'accomplissement.En: As they left the museum, each felt a sense of accomplishment.Fr: Éloise avait découvert la valeur de la collaboration, Thibault avait réclamé sa confiance, et Luc, le raconteur d'histoires, avait trouvé une nouvelle histoire à partager avec le monde.En: Éloise had discovered the value of collaboration, Thibault had reclaimed his confidence, and Luc, the storyteller, had found a new story to share with the world.Fr: Les ombres et la lumière avaient révélé bien plus que des formes, elles avaient illuminé des esprits.En: The shadows and the light had revealed much more than forms; they had illuminated minds. Vocabulary Words:the winter: l'hiverthe wind: le ventthe masterpiece: le chef-d'œuvrethe sculpture: la sculpturethe gallery: la galeriethe shadow: l'ombrethe detail: le détailto wander: déambulerthe tourist: le touristeto concentrate: se concentrerthe thesis: la thèseto disperse: se disperserthe traveler: le voyageurthe inspiration: l'inspirationthe demeanor: l'airto engage in conversation: engager la conversationthe struggle: la luttethe uncertainty: l'incertitudeto enlighten: éclaircirthe metaphor: la métaphorethe confidence: la confianceto reclaim: réclamerthe accomplishment: l'accomplissementto illuminate: illuminerthe mind: l'espritthe corner: le cointo glide: glisserto debate: débattrethe angle: l'angleto animate: animer

Josh Slocum is back after almost 4 years of pushing back against this culture war. We talk about the madness becoming mainstream, cluster B psychology, the external locus of control, happiness in Canada, Alberta separation, media influence, reversal of reality, the climate thing, Trump and Carney and civil war.   In the second half we chat about American exceptionalism, the AWFUL's, these bitches, solutions, sex typical hard wire, sports, Tate on PBD, man hating, what they will say in the future, election fraud, hard realities, EU collapse, and cultural fatigue on this rise.   Mommy has been running the show, Dad hasn't come home for 60 years. Illuminating the abnormal psychology that's become the new normal.   We are in an abusive relationship with our government, our media, and increasingly, ourselves. Today's activists use the same tools as abusive families. They keep us in fear while we wonder if we've lost our minds. It's not a passing fashion and its not well-meaning misguided activism. It's abuse dynamics. Pathological narcissism, indiscriminate rage, and tactical emotional break-downs by bullies who claim that they are the victims. Domestic abuse has gone public, and feral. Join us to talk about it. https://www.youtube.com/@DisaffectedPodcast https://substack.com/@disaffectedpod?utm_source=account-card https://disaffected.com/   To gain access to the second half of show and our Plus feed for audio and podcast please clink the link http://www.grimericaoutlawed.ca/support.   For second half of video (when applicable and audio) go to our Substack and Subscribe. https://grimericaoutlawed.substack.com/ or to our Locals  https://grimericaoutlawed.locals.com/ or Rokfin www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica Patreon https://www.patreon.com/grimericaoutlawed   Support the show directly: https://grimericacbd.com/ CBD / THC Tinctures and Gummies https://grimerica.ca/support-2/ Our Adultbrain Audiobook Podcast and Website: www.adultbrain.ca Our Audiobook Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@adultbrainaudiobookpublishing/videos Check out our next trip/conference/meetup - Contact at the Cabin www.contactatthecabin.com Other affiliated shows: www.grimerica.ca The OG Grimerica Show Join the chat / hangout with a bunch of fellow Grimericans  Https://t.me.grimerica grimerica.ca/chats   Discord Chats Darren's book www.acanadianshame.ca Eh-List Podcast and site: https://eh-list.ca/ Eh-List YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEh-List www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica Our channel on free speech Rokfin Leave a review on iTunes and/or Stitcher: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/grimerica-outlawed http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/grimerica-outlawed Sign up for our newsletter http://www.grimerica.ca/news SPAM Graham = and send him your synchronicities, feedback, strange experiences and psychedelic trip reports!! graham@grimerica.com InstaGRAM https://www.instagram.com/the_grimerica_show_podcast/  Purchase swag, with partial proceeds donated to the show www.grimerica.ca/swag Send us a postcard or letter http://www.grimerica.ca/contact/ ART - Napolean Duheme's site http://www.lostbreadcomic.com/  MUSIC Tru Northperception, Felix's Site sirfelix.bandcamp.com 

In the beginning, Adam and Eve were able to receive one another as a gift. But sin traps us all in patterns of using and being used. This leads to rivalries, jealousies, and divisions. How can we learn to give ourselves completely to one another?

Please join Marlenea Johnson and me as we talk about Mystery and Magic: Tap Into The Unexplainable. During this interview, you'll discover: - When the Magic that happens is so Wild and Unexplainable You don't Question it - How do we Tap into this Magic frequency and stay there - The 3 forms of Life  Luck and The One form that Taps into the Magic Frequency - Live Scans Today: I'll reveal which form of Life Luck you are drawing from - Marlenea will be facilitating an Illuminating the Chakras process. Marlenea's Offers: https://awakentohappinessnow.com/s40marlenea/ #shefaliburns , #awakentohappinessnow, #healing, #energy, #transformation, #consciousness, #love, #consciousliving, #joy, #empowerment, #wellness, #spirituality, #spiritualawakening, #awareness, #marleneajohnson

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Illuminating Art: A Night of Discovery in Belgrade Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-01-10-08-38-20-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Преко зидова Националног музеја у Београду, падала је мека светлост хитне расвете, бацајући мистериозне сенке на шарене слике.En: Over the walls of the National Museum in Belgrade, the soft light of the emergency lighting fell, casting mysterious shadows on the colorful paintings.Sr: Била је зима, а напољу су пахуље снега тихо падале.En: It was winter, and outside, snowflakes were quietly falling.Sr: Београд се припремао за прославу православне Нове године.En: Belgrade was preparing for the celebration of the Orthodox New Year.Sr: Унутар галерије, међу шумовитим зидовима, налазили су се Никола и Маја.En: Inside the gallery, among the wooden walls, were Nikola and Maja.Sr: Никола је био познати критичар уметности, а Маја је била млада, страствена уметница.En: Nikola was a well-known art critic, and Maja was a young, passionate artist.Sr: Њена дела су била изложена у новој, контроверзној изложби.En: Her works were exhibited in a new, controversial exhibition.Sr: Изненада, догодио се нестанак струје.En: Suddenly, a power outage occurred.Sr: Светлост је у меким таласима нестала и заменила је тишина.En: The light faded away in gentle waves, replaced by silence.Sr: Њих двоје су остали заробљени у галерији.En: The two of them were trapped in the gallery.Sr: Суптилна тензија осетила се у ваздуху, слична снега који се лепи за трепавице.En: A subtle tension was felt in the air, similar to the snow that clings to eyelashes.Sr: "Шта ти мислиш о мојој слици?" Маја је прекинула тишину, полако прилазећи Николи.En: "What do you think of my painting?" Maja broke the silence, slowly approaching Nikola.Sr: Била је нервозна, али глас јој је био стабилан.En: She was nervous, but her voice was steady.Sr: "Била је... изазовна. Искрено, нисам разумео," признао је Никола, доказујући мало слабости коју није често показивао.En: "It was... challenging. Honestly, I didn't understand," admitted Nikola, showing a bit of vulnerability he didn't often reveal.Sr: Маја је уздахнула. "Ове слике осликавају мој живот. Оне су моји осећаји, моје борбе, моја нада."En: Maja sighed. "These paintings depict my life. They are my feelings, my struggles, my hope."Sr: Никола је био изненађен њеном искреношћу. Хтео је још. "Зашто то? Шта си тиме желела да постигнеш?"En: Nikola was surprised by her honesty. He wanted more. "Why that? What did you want to achieve with it?"Sr: "Желела сам да прикажем дубину људске душе кроз боје.En: "I wanted to portray the depth of the human soul through colors.Sr: Боје које могу да изразе оно што речи не могу," објаснила је.En: Colors that can express what words cannot," she explained.Sr: Тишина је завладала, али није више била непријатна.En: Silence prevailed, but it was no longer uncomfortable.Sr: Била је то тишина пуна разумевања.En: It was a silence full of understanding.Sr: Тада се светло врати.En: Then the light returned.Sr: Никола је остао замишљен.En: Nikola remained thoughtful.Sr: Његов поглед је био мекши, пун нових перспектива.En: His gaze was softer, full of new perspectives.Sr: Маја је са осмехом гледала своје слике као да их види у новом светлу.En: Maja looked at her paintings with a smile, as if seeing them in a new light.Sr: Неколико дана касније, у издању уметничког часописа, појавила се Николина критика.En: A few days later, in an edition of an art magazine, Nikola's critique appeared.Sr: Изузетно позитивна.En: Extremely positive.Sr: Писао је о дубини и страсти коју је осетио у Мајиним делима.En: He wrote about the depth and passion he felt in Maja's works.Sr: Оценио је њен рад као срж уметничког израза.En: He assessed her work as the essence of artistic expression.Sr: Маја је добила признање које је прижељкивала.En: Maja received the recognition she had longed for.Sr: Никола је пронашао нову наклоност према различитим облицима уметности.En: Nikola found a new appreciation for different forms of art.Sr: Њихов сусрет је променио обоје.En: Their encounter changed both of them.Sr: Док је снег у Београду настављао да пада, национални музеј је чувао не само уметничке дела, већ и једну нову причу о разумевању и прихватању.En: While the snow continued to fall in Belgrade, the National Museum preserved not only artistic works but also a new story of understanding and acceptance. Vocabulary Words:emergency: хитнеshadows: сенкеgallery: галеријеcontroversial: контроверзнојoutage: нестанакgentle: мекимwaves: таласимаtrapped: заробљениsubtle: суптилнаtension: тензијаeyelashes: трепавицеnervous: нервознаvulnerability: слабостиsighed: уздахнулаdepict: осликавајуstruggles: борбеachieve: постигнешportray: прикажемdepth: дубинуessence: сржpreserved: чуваоperspectives: перспективаrecognition: признањеappreciation: наклоностacceptance: прихватањуunderstanding: разумевањуsoft: мекаmuseum: музејаsnowflakes: пахуљеartistic: уметничког

We have a new year before us, and I feel like this is a good time for me, to get a fresh approach to storytelling. With each episode I am always juggling, the past and the present, and I find that each chapter is intertwined. I began with the title “Finding Purpose,” because that is what Thomas and I, were looking for. Fortunately, our search for the light, while stumbling around in the darkness, only lasted about three years. A young man we met in Mendocino, told us he had found the truth, and never had to search again. That comment, made a huge impression on us, because we had dabbled in many versions of spirituality. Each one, promised a path to illumination. Our new friend had found the answer, it was Jesus, who said of himself, “I am, the way, the truth, and the life.” That evening, the eyes of our hearts, were beginning to see the true light.

Is death the end? Millions have felt the departed reach out, but skepticism remains.Grief psychologist and homicide survivor Dr. Jan Canty offers a deeply investigated, compassionate, and affirming exploration of spontaneous after-death communications (ADCs) by blending decades of clinical experience, personal insights, and riveting stories that counter the stigma of this almost-universal phenomenon.As a clinical psychologist, Jan Canty did not believe in ADCs, even after she experienced one when her husband was brutally murdered. But she could not ignore countless stories from her patients and podcast interviewees as they poured in. A presence, vivid dreams, timely signs—these moments comfort, heal, and assure us that death does not terminate; it transforms.For those mourning, providing grief support, or wondering what awaits them on the other side, Rekindled builds a vital bridge between personal experience and science by:Illuminating the historical, scientific, and cultural shifts that shape our understanding of ADCsExploring how ADCs promote healing and restore connectionIntegrating insights from neuroscience and physicsHighlighting a gap in grief intervention tactics and offering practical tools to caregivers and mental health providersSharing firsthand accounts so no one feels alone in what they've seen, heard, or feltRekindled sheds light on the one experience that connects us all. This is a must-read for fans of Dr. Eben Alexander's Proof of Heaven, and an accessible and needed resource for the grieving, as well as counselors and psychologists, hospice workers, death doulas, and clergy.BioA native Detroiter, Jan Canty, PhD, is a psychologist, writer, photographer, educator, consultant, and cancer survivor. She holds a terminal degree in psychology as well as a post-doctoral fellowship from the Wayne State University School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine. Dr. Canty has taught psychology at all levels—from community college students to postdoctoral interns. She worked as a forensic psychologist in a large mental hospital for several years. Dr. Canty was awarded Faculty of the Year in her second year of teaching graduate school. She received awards for her photography. Life circumstances delivered her to be uniquely qualified to address surviving murder both from a professional and a personal viewpoint. This is the underpinning of her true- crime memoir, A Life Divided (in print and audiobook formats).Her second book, What Now? Navigating the Aftermath of Homicide and Suicide is a reference book. It is the book she wished she had as a new widow. Dr. Canty also launched a podcast for other homicide survivors entitled Domino Effect of Murder in 2020, now heard in fourteen countries, wherein some guests cautiously told their stories for the first time. Others were already center stage, such as Cook County sheriff's lead investigator, Detective Jason Moran, who works to find answers for families awaiting word on the murders committed by serial murderer John Wayne Gacey.In August of About the Author 253 2019, she was the only nonlaw enforcement guest to speak at the International Association for Identification, the oldest and largest forensic association in the world. In addition, she has been a contributor to Death Investigator Magazine, a digital publication for the death- investigator community. Dr. Canty also administers a private Facebook group (Homicide Survivors and Thrivers) for survivors struggling with grief after homicide. These endeavors opened a rich network of consultants who've generously con tributed to this book. Dr. Canty has appeared as a guest on many podcasts both in the United States and internationally. She presently lives and works (as a consultant) for the federal government and spends her free time with her family, friends, and two Saint Bernards, and continuing her photography, gardening, writing, and traveling.https://jancantyphd.com/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2Q1WV3W https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is death the end? Millions have felt the departed reach out, but skepticism remains.Grief psychologist and homicide survivor Dr. Jan Canty offers a deeply investigated, compassionate, and affirming exploration of spontaneous after-death communications (ADCs) by blending decades of clinical experience, personal insights, and riveting stories that counter the stigma of this almost-universal phenomenon.As a clinical psychologist, Jan Canty did not believe in ADCs, even after she experienced one when her husband was brutally murdered. But she could not ignore countless stories from her patients and podcast interviewees as they poured in. A presence, vivid dreams, timely signs—these moments comfort, heal, and assure us that death does not terminate; it transforms.For those mourning, providing grief support, or wondering what awaits them on the other side, Rekindled builds a vital bridge between personal experience and science by:Illuminating the historical, scientific, and cultural shifts that shape our understanding of ADCsExploring how ADCs promote healing and restore connectionIntegrating insights from neuroscience and physicsHighlighting a gap in grief intervention tactics and offering practical tools to caregivers and mental health providersSharing firsthand accounts so no one feels alone in what they've seen, heard, or feltRekindled sheds light on the one experience that connects us all. This is a must-read for fans of Dr. Eben Alexander's Proof of Heaven, and an accessible and needed resource for the grieving, as well as counselors and psychologists, hospice workers, death doulas, and clergy.BioA native Detroiter, Jan Canty, PhD, is a psychologist, writer, photographer, educator, consultant, and cancer survivor. She holds a terminal degree in psychology as well as a post-doctoral fellowship from the Wayne State University School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine. Dr. Canty has taught psychology at all levels—from community college students to postdoctoral interns. She worked as a forensic psychologist in a large mental hospital for several years. Dr. Canty was awarded Faculty of the Year in her second year of teaching graduate school. She received awards for her photography. Life circumstances delivered her to be uniquely qualified to address surviving murder both from a professional and a personal viewpoint. This is the underpinning of her true- crime memoir, A Life Divided (in print and audiobook formats).Her second book, What Now? Navigating the Aftermath of Homicide and Suicide is a reference book. It is the book she wished she had as a new widow. Dr. Canty also launched a podcast for other homicide survivors entitled Domino Effect of Murder in 2020, now heard in fourteen countries, wherein some guests cautiously told their stories for the first time. Others were already center stage, such as Cook County sheriff's lead investigator, Detective Jason Moran, who works to find answers for families awaiting word on the murders committed by serial murderer John Wayne Gacey.In August of About the Author 253 2019, she was the only nonlaw enforcement guest to speak at the International Association for Identification, the oldest and largest forensic association in the world. In addition, she has been a contributor to Death Investigator Magazine, a digital publication for the death- investigator community. Dr. Canty also administers a private Facebook group (Homicide Survivors and Thrivers) for survivors struggling with grief after homicide. These endeavors opened a rich network of consultants who've generously con tributed to this book. Dr. Canty has appeared as a guest on many podcasts both in the United States and internationally. She presently lives and works (as a consultant) for the federal government and spends her free time with her family, friends, and two Saint Bernards, and continuing her photography, gardening, writing, and traveling.https://jancantyphd.com/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2Q1WV3W https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this shiur, delivered in Midreshet HaRova, Rav Burg explains how the story of Klal Yisrael in Mitzrayim is the story of rectifying the sin of Adam and Chava. The staff of Moshe Rabbeinu holds the secret of Emunah and defeating Pharaoh.

In this  Monthly Message from the Angels, Spirit brings forward a deeply important theme for this season: Time. Not time running out, not urgency rooted in fear — but the sacred, energetic value of how you choose to spend your time.This channeled message is a reminder that time is currency, and how you invest it directly shapes your happiness, expansion, and the next chapter of your life. The angels speak clearly about intentional living, energetic boundaries, and the importance of choosing what — and who — truly deserves access to your presence.✨ In this episode, you'll receive insight on: Why time expands when you choose joy, alignment, and happiness How sadness, stress, and obligation quietly drain your energy Becoming intentional about who and what you give your time to Letting go of people, habits, and commitments that no longer serve you Why this year is laying the foundation for a new 12-year cycle Honoring your self-worth by valuing your time and energy This is a message about presence, not pressure. About choosing happiness without guilt. About understanding that how you move now matters deeply — not from fear of the future, but from alignment with it.If you've been feeling the call to slow down, refocus, release, and live more intentionally, this message arrived right on time.Ready for your 2026 Insight Roadmap2026 Yearly Preview Some of My Favorite BooksMake sure you leave me a comment I would love to hear from you! Helpful Links:Free Money Mindset CourseBook A Divine Alignment SessionAngels with Fran TVInstagramMy WebsiteSign Up for My Newsletter Ready to transform your mindset and unlock abundance in your life? Hit subscribe now! Share this episode with friends and family who are ready to step into their power and create a life of abundance.Raising Consciousness and Changing Lives one Podcast at a time

The Christ Candle serves as a profound symbol of the enduring light of faith, reminding us that grace does not come to an end with the holiday season. As we reflect on the past year and look forward, we are invited to abide in faith even as it faces trials in our daily lives. The importance of community engagement is emphasized as a catalyst for personal growth, urging us to reconnect with the essence of our faith. This episode serves as both a celebration of our journey and a call to persist in our belief amidst the challenges we encounter. Together, we endeavor to equip leaders for the future, ensuring that the light of faith continues to shine brightly in our lives and communities.In this episode, Dr. Jeffrey D. Skinner 'Echoes Through Eternity.' The episode emphasizes the significance of the Christ candle and the importance of abiding in faith, inviting listeners to reflect on their spiritual journeys as they look forward to the new year.The Christ candle symbolizes the enduring light of faith.Listeners are encouraged to return to the essence of their faith.The importance of community engagement in personal growth is highlighted.The episode serves as a reflection on the past year and a look forward.Faith is tested in daily life after the holiday season.The invitation to abide in faith is central to the message.The podcast aims to equip leaders for the future.The illumination of the Christ candle serves as a poignant reminder of the unending light of faith that persists beyond the holiday season. This profound episode invites listeners to reflect on the essence of their faith as they navigate the often tumultuous realities of daily life. After the festive celebrations have concluded, many find their faith tested in the mundane routines that reassert themselves. The hosts articulate a powerful message: that the invitation to abide in faith is not merely a call to maintain belief but a profound encouragement to return to the core of what faith embodies. As we stand at the threshold of a new year, this episode provides not only a retrospective on the past year but also a forward-looking vision for personal and communal growth. The emphasis on community engagement underscores the vital role that fellowship plays in nurturing our spiritual journeys and equipping us for future leadership endeavors within our communities.Takeaways:The Christ candle serves as a profound symbol of the enduring light of faith, inviting us to reflect on our spiritual journey.In the aftermath of the holiday season, our faith faces substantial tests as we navigate daily life.The essence of our faith calls us to return to its core principles, fostering a deeper connection with God.Community engagement plays a pivotal role in personal growth, emphasizing the interconnectedness of our journeys.As we conclude the year, this episode reflects on past experiences while encouraging us to look forward with hope.

In this episode, Guy talked with Ishita Sharma. The podcast explored the transformative journey of living in alignment with one's true self through a conversation with a guest who has experienced a profound spiritual awakening. The discussion covered the guest's transition from a structured life as an architect to embracing a life dedicated to healing and spirituality. Key topics included the emotional and existential challenges of stepping into one's true calling, the significance of energetic basics, and the beauty of communal awakening. Ishita shared personal experiences, including the pivotal moments that led to her spiritual path and the importance of living in integrity with oneself. This episode offers deep insights and practical wisdom for anyone seeking to understand and align with their true purpose. About Ishita: Ishita Sharma lives in awe of this Human Life, sharing its deepest invitation. She offers a simple, direct and loving invitation into a bright, joyful, inspired and honest Life, walking in Truth and Love together. Ishita helps clients awaken to power, beauty and Grace, and live into the fire of their calling. She is the host of the Come to Center Podcast and creator of The Body Class. As a Leadership Coach, a "Syncretic, Human Spiritual Teacher," Facilitator and Somatic Therapy Practitioner, she helps clients get where they want to be, while enjoying who and where they already are. Illuminating universal principles and facilitating direct connection to Source, she helps them master personal energy and attention so they can enjoy generative relationships, ease in their bodies, stillness in their minds, joy in their hearts, and live from their True Nature. Her refined multidimensional approach addresses the core essence of complexities, with a signature mix of precision, heart and humor!  Come to Center is the expression of her deepest inquiries and realizations, and an invitation into your own. It is dedicated to inspiring conscious, joyous transformation from the inside out- one that prioritizes authentic connection to Self, Life and others, conjoining Human and Divine, sacred and mundane, celebrating this paradoxical Human Life. Key Points Discussed:  (00:00) - Why So Many Awakening Experiences Point to the Same Truth About Reality! (00:27) - Welcome to the Podcast (00:45) - Defining One's Life Work (03:18) - Growing Up in the Himalayas (05:50) - Journey to the United States (07:44) - From Architecture to Spirituality (12:12) - The Turning Point (17:38) - Embracing a New Path (22:26) - Living in Alignment (26:47) - Challenges and Realizations (27:56) - Exploring Spiritual Awakening (29:37) - Moments of Clarity and Surrender (32:29) - Claiming Your Voice and Anger (35:20) - Helping Others on Their Path (38:20) - Living in Flow and Daily Practices (45:48) - Recommended Books and Influences (50:59) - Offerings and Services (55:19) - Final Thoughts and Reflections How to Contact Ishita Sharma:cometocenter.com   About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co''

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Illuminating Success: Ari's Daring Hanukkah Beach Display Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-12-23-08-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: ערב אחד, על חוף שטוף אור ירח, עמד ארי ובהה בגלים הנושקים לחול הקריר.En: One evening, on a moonlit beach, Ari stood gazing at the waves kissing the cool sand.He: החוף היה מואר בשרשראות של אורות צבעוניים, ונרות חנוכייה האירו מסביב ויצרו אווירה של חגיגיות חורף חמימה.En: The beach was illuminated by strings of colorful lights, and Hanukkah candles lit up the surroundings, creating a warm winter festive atmosphere.He: כל זה קרה לכבוד מסיבת סוף השנה של החברה, והמתחים לקראת הערב הזה הרקיעו שחקים.En: This all happened in honor of the company's end-of-year party, and the tensions leading up to this evening were sky-high.He: ארי, שהיה רק שנה ראשונה בתפקידו כמשווק זוטר בחברה טכנולוגית, חלם להוכיח את עצמו מול מרים, הבוסית שלו שנראתה לפעמים רחוקה וקשוחה.En: Ari, who was only in his first year as a junior marketer at a tech company, dreamed of proving himself to Miriam, his boss who sometimes seemed distant and tough.He: יחד איתו היה חברו לעבודה, דויד, טיפוס רגוע יותר שהתמחה בניהול הלוגיסטיקה של האירועים.En: Alongside him was his coworker, David, a more laid-back type who specialized in event logistics.He: הפעם הייתה בעיה קטנה, שלשונית.En: This time there was a small, logistical issue.He: הספק שגה, והמשלוח החשוב לא הגיע בזמן.En: The supplier had made a mistake, and the important delivery hadn't arrived on time.He: דויד עסק בפתרון הבעיה הזו ברוגע האופייני שלו, אך ארי היה מוטרד ממנה ממש עד לרגע האחרון.En: David was handling this issue with his usual calm, but Ari was worried about it right up until the last moment.He: מרגע שקיבלו עליהם את האחריות על האירוע, ארי ידע שעליו להכין פתיחה מיוחדת שתשקף את רוח חנוכה בצורה יצירתית, אך הוא התלבט בין מצגת מסורתית לבין גישה חדשנית ויצירתית יותר.En: From the moment they took responsibility for the event, Ari knew he had to prepare a special opening that would reflect the spirit of Hanukkah in a creative way, but he was torn between a traditional presentation and a more innovative and creative approach.He: הזמן לחשוב אוזל, והלחץ גובר.En: The time to think was running out, and the pressure was mounting.He: בלילה שלפני המסיבה, כשריח הים הטרי מלטף את פניו, החליט ארי לקחת סיכון.En: On the night before the party, as the fresh sea breeze caressed his face, Ari decided to take a risk.He: הוא החל להעביר בראשו רעיון לנאום דינמי שמשלב מציאות רבודה, עם אפקטים שפיזרו אור סביב החוף והעניקו חיים חדשים לסיפור נס פך השמן.En: He began to envision a dynamic speech incorporating augmented reality, with effects that spread light around the beach and gave new life to the story of the miracle of the oil jug.He: לבסוף, הגיע הערב הגדול.En: Finally, the big evening arrived.He: הקהל התאסף, והצלילים הרכים של כספח ניגנו ברקע.En: The audience gathered, and the soft sounds of klezmer music played in the background.He: ארי עלה לבמה, ידיו רועדות מעט.En: Ari took the stage, his hands trembling slightly.He: הוא הביט במרים, שישבה בשורה הראשונה, והתחיל בתוכניתו.En: He looked at Miriam, who sat in the front row, and started his presentation.He: בתחילה, הקהל היה ספקן, אך לאט לאט ההצגה הפכה לחזיון מרהיב של אורות משתנים שהתקבעו ממש מול עיניהם.En: At first, the audience was skeptical, but slowly the show turned into a magnificent display of changing lights that solidified right before their eyes.He: בסיום, פרצו מחיאות כפיים, וארי השפיל מבטו בחיוך מבויש.En: At the end, applause erupted, and Ari lowered his gaze with a shy smile.He: מרים ניגשה אליו, אמרה "כל הכבוד!En: Miriam approached him, said, "Well done!"He: " ודחפה קלות במרפקו.En: and nudged him lightly with her elbow.He: דויד גם הצטרף והתברר שהלוגיסטיקה הסתדרה בזמן, הודות למאמציו.En: David also joined in, and it turned out the logistics had been sorted out in time, thanks to his efforts.He: באותו רגע, ארי הבין שהוא כבר לא רק שם על החוף, אלא חלק בלתי נפרד מהקבוצה.En: In that moment, Ari realized he was no longer just standing on the beach, but was an integral part of the group.He: הוא הרגיש שהסיכון שלקח היה שווה את זה.En: He felt that the risk he took was worth it.He: חנוכה זהו בעצם נס, ומשום מה נדמה לו שהמציאות הפכה בתחושה דומה – מאירים בה כישרונות חדשים שהתחבאו בפנים.En: Hanukkah is, after all, a miracle, and for some reason, it seemed to him that reality had transformed in a similar sense—revealing new talents that were hidden within. Vocabulary Words:moonlit: שטוף אור ירחgazing: בההilluminated: מוארstrings: שרשראותcandles: נרותcool: קרירtensions: מתחיםsky-high: הרקיעו שחקיםjunior: זוטרlogistics: לוגיסטיקהsupplier: ספקdelivery: משלוחskeptical: ספקןmagnificent: מרהיבtrembling: רועדותshy: מבוישnudge: דחפהelbow: מרפקוintegral: בלתי נפרדmiracle: נסreflected: שתשקףtraditional: מסורתיתinnovative: חדשניתenvision: החל להעביר בראשוdynamic: דינמיaugmented reality: מציאות רבודהeffects: אפקטיםapplause: מחיאות כפייםrevealing: מאיריםtalents: כישרונותBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Last time we spoke about the battle over Changfukeng Hill. In the frost-bit dawn by the Chaun and Tumen, two empires faced a cliff of fate: Soviet and Japanese, each convinced that Changkufeng belonged to them. Diplomats urged restraint, yet Tokyo's generals brewed a daring plan, strike at night, seize the crest, then bargain. Sato and Suetaka debated risk and restraint, weighing "dokudan senko" against disciplined action as rain hissed on the ground. Night fell like velvet. Nakano, a quiet, meticulous regimental leader, gathered the 75th Regiment's veterans, choosing five fearless captains and a rising star, Nakajima, to carry the charge. Scouts and engineers moved ahead, weaving a fragile path across the Tumen: wire-cutters in the dark, signals humming softly, and the thunder of distant Soviet tanks rolling along the shore. At 02:15, after breaches breached and silent men slid through wire, the Japanese surged up the slopes with bayonets glinting, swords ready, and nerves as taut as steel. The crest lunged with savage resistance: grenades flashed, machine guns roared, and leaders fell. By 05:15, dawn broke, and the hill, Course of blood and courage, stood in Japanese hands.   #180 A premature Japanese Victory over Changkufeng Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. On 31 July 1938, dawn seemed to indicate Changkufeng Hill was in Japanese hands. From his command post, Colonel Sato Kotoku, his regimental staff, and most of Hirahara's 3rd Battalion had been anxiously watching the progress of the 1st Battalion's operations since 12:30 on 31 July. Around 03:00, the Japanese infantry commanders issued "heroic orders to charge," audible above the withering fire. Sato expected the crest to fall in little more than an hour; when no signal shell burst over the hill, he grew apprehensive, praying for success with his heart breaking. A mile away on Hill 52, the troops could discern no voices, only gunfire and the spectacular glow of flares and tracers. As one soldier recalled "It was like fireflies," another soldier added "it was like a carnival". To Sasai, on the heights at Kucheng, it was, as he put it, "c'était un grand spectacle." By the way I think its one of the only times I've read a Japanese soldier using French, what he said translates to "it was a large spectacle", I am from Quebec so I speak baguette. The mist moved up Changkufeng Hill, and Japanese troops followed it, fighting for hours. Fearing Nakano's battalion might have been wiped out, Sato's staff prayed for fog. Sato later admitted, "By dawn we were failing to take our objectives."   At the base of Chiangchunfeng, Sato held the 6th Company in reserve, ready to attack Changkufeng from the left. He would have preferred not to commit it, given the danger of an accidental fire-fight with friendly forces. Nevertheless, as combat intensified, Sato decided to push the company into support of the 1st Battalion. After orders at 03:15, Ito moved toward the northwest side of Changkufeng. The Russians laid down heavy fire, especially from a well-placed machine-gun position on the far left. Ito's company, suffering heavy and needlessly casualties, had to hold near the middle of the slope. A runner was sent to the regimental command post requesting artillery support after dawn. By 04:30, Sato could discern the Changkufeng crest, where fierce close-quarters fighting raged between Japanese and Russians on the south edge, while the enemy continually sent reinforcements, troops followed by tanks, up the northern slope. Ito's company was visible on the western slope, bravely bearing a Japanese flag. 10-15 minutes later, grenade-discharger fire began to blast the Soviet positions. At 04:40, Ito, redeploying at dawn, observed elements of the 1st Company near the hill's summit. Contact was established with Inagaki's men. The Russians began to show signs of disarray under the grenade dischargers and the heavy weapons deployed by the reserve battalion at Chiangchunfeng. Thereupon Ito's company charged as well, capturing the northwest corner of Changkufeng roughly concurrently with the main body of the 1st Battalion under Sakata. Ito was wounded and evacuated; two sergeants were later cited in dispatches. Meanwhile, the 10th Company, led by Takeshita of the 3rd Battalion, was to conduct a separate night assault against fire points around Hill 24, about 1,000 meters north of Changkufeng. The aim was to disrupt Russian withdrawal along the slopes to the rear and to hinder reinforcements. At midnight, the company left the skirts of Chiangchunfeng in fog and darkness. Moving stealthily over the undulating terrain, they faced knee-deep bogs and tall vegetation. After evading sentries, they penetrated behind the enemy. By 02:00, five teams totaling 16 men under Sergeant Uchibori were ready to strike Hill 24. Takeshita led the charge from the right and overran the defenders by 02:20. The Russians, numbering 20 to 30 riflemen with one machine gun, fled toward Khasan, leaving four soldiers behind whom the Japanese bayoneted. Takeshita's company continued to consolidate Hill 24, awaiting counterattacks, which soon followed. At 04:00, eight tanks, with headlights on, launched an attack from the Shachaofeng sector, supported by an infantry company . Takeshita reinforced Uchibori's unit with assault teams; the Russian infantry were routed, and five tanks were knocked out. At dawn, about 100 Soviet troops were observed retreating from the direction of Changkufeng, surprised and mowed down by heavy and light machine guns at ranges of about 300 meters. At 06:30, the Soviets attacked again with an infantry battalion and a machine-gun company from north of Khasan. The Japanese allowed them to close, then concentrated the firepower of both infantry platoons plus heavy machine guns. After a 30-minute firefight with heavy casualties on the Soviet side, the Russians fell back. Again, at 07:10, the Soviets struck from the north of Khasan, this time with one company and five tanks. Russian infantry, supported by three tanks, pushed in front of the Japanese positions, but machine-gun and small-arms fire forced them to retreat eastward, the tanks being stopped 50 meters from the lines. Meanwhile, two Japanese enlisted men on patrol near the lake encountered armor; they attacked and, after taking casualties, returned with captured ammunition and equipment. One rapid-fire piece had been providing covering fire behind Takeshita's unit and opened fire on three tanks attacking north of Changkufeng, helping to stop them. As daybreak arrived, Takeshita's company cleared the battlefield, retrieved casualties, and reinforced the defenses. Then an order from the regiment transferred the main body to Changkufeng. Leaving one platoon at Hill 24, Takeshita came directly under Hirahara's command. Takeshita was later officially cited by the regiment. If Hill 52 fell, Changkufeng would be lost. The Russians understood the importance of this constricted sector as well. Their armor could swing south of Khasan, while the terrain to the north was boggier and could be made impassable by the field-artillery battery emplaced on the Korean side of the Tumen. To check hostile reinforcements into this vital region, Sato had dispatched an infantry element to Hill 52 early. Northward, he had 1st Lieutenant Hisatsune emplacement the two 75-millimeter mountain pieces belonging to his infantry gun battery, together with two of 2nd Lieutenant Saito's three 20-millimeter anti-tank guns and the two 37-millimeter infantry rapid-fire guns belonging to 2nd Lieutenant Kutsukake's battalion gun battery. At 23:00 on 30 July, in accord with Nakano's orders, Hisatsune moved these six guns to the ridgeline between Changkufeng and Hill 52. Apart from the guns to the left, defense of Hill 52 was entrusted to the experienced Master Sergeant Murakoshi Kimio, 2nd Platoon leader in Nakajima's company. After the Shachaofeng affair, Murakoshi was ordered to occupy the hill. Moving along the shore on 30 July, his unit encountered neither friendly nor hostile troops. The regimental records note that "some enemy unit came into the dip east of Hill 52 since morning on the 30th, and both sides were watching each other." Murakoshi deployed his three rifle squads, totaling 34 men. After Nakano's battalion jumped off on 31 July, the platoon observed not only the "fireworks display" but also Soviet motorized units with lights aglow, moving on high ground east of Khasan. Later, tanks could be heard clanking toward Hill 52. Around 04:00, Murakoshi organized anti-tank teams and sent them into action. Most accounts emphasize the anti-tank efforts, rather than the fire of Murakoshi's machine gunners. Three privates, carrying anti-tank mines, undertook daring assaults once the terrain obliged the Russian tanks to slow. They laid their mines, but the soil proved too soft, and the attempt failed. In the most publicized episode, Private First Class Matsuo, nicknamed a "human bullet," was badly wounded by machine-gun fire from a tank and knocked from the vehicle, but he managed to reboard with a satchel charge and, it is said, stop the tank at the cost of his life. The platoon leader and his remaining 20 men, having withdrawn 200 meters below their positions, poured torrents of fire at the infantry accompanying the tanks. Flames from the antitank mine assaults provided blazing targets. In concert with Hisatsune's six infantry guns emplaced on the Crestline southeast of Changkufeng, Murakoshi knocked out the remaining two tanks. When the tanks were immobilized, the Soviet troops did not press forward; exposed to Japanese fire, their losses mounted. By daybreak, the Russians had pulled back. Official records describe one Soviet company with four heavy machine guns, led by mounted officers. After hours of intense combat, Colonel Sato and his staff observed that all operations were succeeding by dawn. It was fortunate that Japanese units had posed a threat from the east; only then did the Russians begin to retreat. "But what an incomparably heroic first combat it had been… the scene at Changkufeng was sublime and inspiring. Private feelings were forgotten, and all bowed their heads in respect for the gallant fighting by matchless subordinates." As soon as Sato confirmed that Changkufeng had been occupied, he sent an aide to assess casualties. "When the colonel learned about the death of his capable and dependable officers," a lieutenant recalled, "he… murmured, 'Is that so?' and closed his eyes. The dew glistened on his lids." Meanwhile, in addition to the battle of annihilation at Changkufeng, Major Takenouchi of Okido's regiment was to conduct the dawn assault in the Shachaofeng area. His 1st Battalion and attached elements numbered 379 men; Kanda's company of the Kucheng Border Guard Unit added another 49. An engineer platoon was attached. At 18:00 on 30 July, Takenouchi issued his orders. According to that evening's regimental maps, north of Khasan were two battalions of Soviet infantry and 20 tanks. South of Shachaofeng, the Russians had entanglements and machine-gun nests, with additional emplacements to the rear, west of the lake, and armor moving south toward Changkufeng. Northwest of Shachaofeng lay the main body of Takenouchi's battalion. Signal lines connected his headquarters with Sato's command post. The only Soviet patrol activity noted, as of evening, was in the direction of Matsunobe. Around 02:00, machine guns chattered south of Changkufeng, signaling an increasing intensity of Sato's night assault. On Takenouchi's front, the Russians went on alert, firing illuminating shells and opening fire from the north side of Changkufeng. At 02:30, Matsunobe's unit finished breakfast and moved to the jump-off site. The terrain was difficult and there was considerable enemy tracer fire, but, thanks to effective reconnaissance, the force reached its destination without loss by 04:00. Matsunobe eliminated an outpost unit using rear-area scouts who struck from the rear and gave the enemy little opportunity to respond. Then the Japanese prepared for the main attack as they awaited daybreak. At 04:00, the supporting mountain artillery platoon took position between Matsunobe and Takenouchi. Throughout this period, the sounds of fighting grew more violent toward Changkufeng; machine guns were especially active. At 05:00, three enemy tanks could be seen moving up the northern slope of Changkufeng, but soon after news arrived that friendly forces had seized the crest. With sunrise imminent, the Japanese guns assumed their role. The longest-range support Takenouchi could expect was Narukawa's two 15-centimeter howitzers, emplaced across the Tumen north of Sozan. This battery took position at 04:20, after which the commander went to join Sato just behind the front. Several thousand meters of telephone line had been strung across the river, linking observation post and battery. Narukawa watched the fierce struggle at Changkufeng and prepared to support the dawn assault, while honoring the desperate effort of Ito's company for covering fire. Firing began at 05:10, though range data were not adequate. After little more than ten rounds, the enemy heavy machine guns on the Shachaofeng front subsided. A veteran artilleryman proudly remarked, "These were the first howitzer shells ever fired against the Soviet Army." At 05:20, Takenouchi's own heavy weapons added effective counterfire. Matsunobe and his company had crept to a line 150 meters in front of the Russian positions, taking advantage of dead angles and covered by light machine guns. Three Soviet tanks, however, had pressed forward against the main body. Two Private First Class soldiers, members of a close-quarters team, waited until the lead tank reversed course, then dashed in from the rear and blew it up. Two other soldiers attacked the third tank with mines but could not destroy it because of the tall grass. In a dramatic action that always thrilled Japanese audiences, a Private First Class jumped aboard with a portable mine, while a superior private jammed explosives into the tank's rear and allegedly blew off both treads, though the tank continued firing. While Matsunobe's company laid a smoke screen and prepared to charge, the Soviet tank was knocked out by rapid-fire guns. Master Sergeant Sudo's platoon seized the opportunity to race forward 15 meters and overrun two firing points at 05:40. When the Russians counterattacked with 60 infantrymen and three new tanks, Matsunobe ordered the grenade-discharger squad to fire while he had Sudo pull back to the foot of the hill. Close-quarter teams knocked out the tanks in succession. By this time the Russians had been shaken badly, allowing Matsunobe's main force to surge into two more positions. Five or six remaining Soviet soldiers were wiped out by a combination of Japanese pursuit fire and Soviet gunfire emanating from east of Khasan. After 06:00, the Japanese held the high ground at Shachaofeng. Kanda's unit had achieved a similar result, swinging around Matsunobe and skirting the left of the Soviet positions. Russian artillery opened from the east, but the Japanese used the terrain to advantage and suffered no casualties. Around this time, enemy forces in the Changkufeng area began to retreat, a portion by motor vehicle. Takenouchi had Matsunobe secure the site and, at 06:13, directed the main battalion to advance toward the north side of Khasan. A stubborn four-hour battle then ensued as Soviet forces delayed their retreat and the covering unit occupied the northern edge of the lake. Takenouchi estimated the enemy's strength at two infantry companies, a company of 12 heavy machine guns, and one heavy battery. Several Russian counterattacks were mounted against Matsunobe, while Takenouchi reinforced Kanda. The battalion attacked with great intensity and by 10:30 had managed to encircle the right flank of the enemy defenses at the northwest edge of Khasan. The Russians began to fall back, though one company of infantry resisted vigorously. At 10:50, the Soviet rear-guard company opened fire with machine guns while several tanks delivered heavy machine-gun and cannon fire. Soviet artillery, firing rapidly, also joined the resistance to Takenouchi's advance. Firepower pinned down the Japanese in this sector from late morning until nightfall.    For reasons of necessity as well as doctrine, the night assault on Changkufeng Hill received no artillery support. The dawn assault to clear Shachaofeng, however, required all available firepower, even if limited. Firing diagrams reflect no howitzer fire directed north of Changkufeng; this is understandable since Narukawa had only two pieces to handle numerous targets. A Soviet tank element was driven off, west of the lake, by 03:00 from the skirt of Chiangchunfeng by 3rd Battalion heavy weapons. Sasai, at the Kucheng command post, contends that Japanese artillery scored a significant success: school-tactics were followed, and the battery stood ready in case the night assault by the infantry failed. By dawn, Russian remnants clung to the crest, though the infantry had "peeled the skin" from their defenses. "In the morning, one of our howitzer shells hit near Changkufeng, whereupon the last of the enemy fled." Survivors of the night assault recalled no direct artillery support by Japanese artillery, though firing charts suggest some; Soviet sources dispute this. Regimental records note: "After firing against positions southwest of Shachaofeng, the Narukawa battery fired to cut off the enemy's retreat path from Shachaofeng and to neutralize the foe's superior artillery. Results were great." In the morning, Sato returned to Chiangchunfeng, observed the difficult anti-artillery combat by the Narukawa battery, and commended their performance. He watched howitzer fire disrupt Soviet artillery positions opposite Shachaofeng and estimated enemy strength at a battalion. Sato saw Russian horse-drawn artillery blasted from its sites and pulled back north of Khasan. Narukawa's first targets were positions and tanks south of Shachaofeng. Northeast of the lake, one battery of Russians headed north after dawn. In Narukawa's firing pattern, north of the lake, a Soviet motorized unit of more than ten vehicles withdrew in the afternoon. A new Russian artillery formation moving north of Khasan that afternoon received the heaviest fire from the howitzers. On that day Narukawa's two active pieces fired a total of 74 rounds. The only other Japanese artillery support for the infantry consisted of the half-battery of 75-millimeter mountain guns already forward. The platoon under 2nd Lieutenant Ikue moved west of Shachaofeng, starting from behind Kanda at 04:00, and bombarded Soviet positions to the northeast. Firing a lighter projectile than Narukawa's pieces, Ikue's men fired 162 shells and 37 shrapnel rounds at the Russians. Colonel Tanaka, the artillery regiment commander, reached the front during the night as battle's fury peaked from Changkufeng. Tanaka's mission was to take over Narukawa's battery and support infantry combat from dawn. Upon establishing his headquarters, Tanaka sent a liaison officer to the 75th Regiment. The 3rd Mountain Artillery Battalion completed unloading at Shikai Station in the night, and at 03:40, it entered emplacements on the north side of Nanpozan. Tanaka ordered Rokutanda to repel any enemy attacks that might be staged from Changkufeng and north of Yangkuanping. The battalion made good use of prior surveys and proved helpful in thwarting offensive attempts from the vicinity of Shachaofeng after daybreak. Rokutanda also coordinated with Narukawa to cut off the Soviet retreat route after enemy motorized and infantry forces began to fall back from Shachaofeng.   At Changkufeng, once the last Russians had been routed, two hours of quiet settled over both sides. The Japanese busied themselves with cleaning up the field, retrieving casualties, and bearing the dead to the rear. The few Japanese historians who have worked with 75th Regiment records have argued with a dramatic passage describing dawn: "From 05:15, after the top had been secured by us, the fog began to drift in. At about 05:30 rain started to drench the whole area; therefore, enemy artillery had to stop firing. God's will." Sakata counters that no Russian artillery shelled the peak after his men had cleared it. Sato agrees; only in the afternoon did at least 20 Soviet guns, emplaced north of the lake, open fire at Changkufeng. At first, Russian shells fell harmlessly into a pond nearby; Sato recalls fish splashing out. Thereafter, Soviet gunners gradually corrected their aim, but the Japanese took cover behind rocks and sustained no casualties. Soviet shellfire may have begun at dawn but appeared to be directed mainly toward Shachaofeng, where Soviet defenders were not evicted until an hour after Changkufeng fell. Tanaka, however, argues that when he arrived at the front at 05:00, Russian artillery was firing on objectives west of the Tumen, and several shells struck his men and guns. Japanese firing charts show that Soviet guns initially bombarded Takenouchi's sector at Shachaofeng from two positions north and northeast of Khasan. After these Russian positions were forced to evacuate, the new Soviet gun unit that arrived in the afternoon engaged not only Changkufeng but also the area of the Japanese regimental headquarters. A Japanese military history suggests that Chiangchunfeng, the site of the observation post for the heavy field-artillery battery, was hit early in the morning, just after Takenouchi's ground assault against Shachaofeng had begun. The only other Russian artillery fire noted is the early-morning bombardment of the region of Hill 52. This shelling emanated from a point southeast of the lake but appeared directed primarily against Hisatsune's guns, which pulled back to Changkufeng at 06:00. Takeshita's company, which had jumped off at 02:00 and struck to the rear of Changkufeng toward the heights southwest of Shachaofeng, sustained severe enemy artillery fire after dawn. The main body secured the positions it had captured, while one platoon occupied Hill 24. On Takenouchi's front, intense enemy artillery fire continued after the Shachaofeng district was cleared, but the battalion maintained its position throughout the day. At 20:00, Takenouchi pulled back to the heights northwest of Shachaofeng. Elements of Matsunobe's unit on the right flank clung to advanced positions southeast of Shachaofeng. Regarding the theological allusion to merciful rain at dawn, no interviewee recalled a torrential downpour at Changkufeng. One soldier remembered descending from the crest at 08:30, taking breakfast, and returning for battlefield cleanup an hour later, at which time it began to drizzle. The 75th Regiment's weather record for Sunday, 31 July, simply states, "Cloudy; sunrise 05:08."   At 06:40, Colonel Sato ordered Hirahara's 3rd Battalion to relieve Nakano's mauled 1st Battalion and Ito's company atop Changkufeng. The 1st Battalion was to become the regimental reserve force, assemble at Chiangchunfeng, and collect its dead and wounded. Shortly after 08:00, Hirahara arrived at the crest of Changkufeng. Sakata was still upright, blood-streaked. "It's all right now," Hirahara told him. "You can go down." Sakata limped away with the remnants of the 1st Battalion. At the command post he met Sato, who praised him, promised to replace his damaged sword with one of his own, and told him to head for the hospital. When he protested, Sato bellowed, more in pride than anger, "To the hospital with you!" Sakata went, leaving Kuriyama as acting company commander. That morning, Sato climbed Changkufeng and gave Hirahara instructions. He commended the heavy field artillery battery commander, Narukawa, for his effective support of Takenouchi's dawn attack at Shachaofeng. Before returning to his command post, Sato carefully supervised the collection of Japanese dead. He looked into the face of each man and bade him farewell, a regiment officer recalls. "His sincerity and sorrow inspired reverence in all of us." In the afternoon, Sato sent Oshima back to Haigan to report the victory to forces in the rear, to visit the families of the fallen, and to "exert a beneficial influence on the native inhabitants lest they become confused and upset by the recent fighting." After the Russians had been ousted from Changkufeng and Shachaofeng, information became available to Japanese headquarters concerning the extent of the victory and the price. The 75th Regiment put Soviet casualties at 300 men in each area and claimed a total of 17 tanks knocked out during the operations—seven at Changkufeng, three at Hill 52, seven at Shachaofeng. Assault infantrymen noted that few Soviet bodies were found in the crestline positions, other than those cut down by cold steel; many Russians were presumably wounded by grenades. Colonel Sato asserts that 30 Soviet corpses were picked up in the Changkufeng area after the night attack. Most Japanese survivors judge that Soviet casualties were at least double those incurred by their own forces. The Japanese used much of the materiel they had captured. The price had been grim in the assault units: 45 killed, 133 wounded. In both Colonel Nakano's and Colonel Takenouchi's battalions, about 25 percent of the officers and almost 10 percent of the men were killed or wounded. The main assault waves, chiefly the 1st and 2nd infantry companies and 1st Machine-Gun Company of Colonel Nakano's unit, suffered as many as one-half or two-thirds casualties, down to platoons and squads. Before the night attack, Colonel Nakano's battalion had a total of 401 men. The strength of Shimomura's battalion had diminished by only 17: Hirahara's by 10. Nakano's unit lost over 80 percent of all Japanese killed and wounded in the Changkufeng–Hill 52 sector.  Japanese accounts were lavish in their praise of Colonel Sato's conception and execution of the night-dawn assaults. "Everybody had conducted several inspections of the front, yet only two or three individuals were acquainted with the precise sector where we carried out our assault." The costly lack of comprehensive intelligence necessitated reduction of firing points in succession and made the assault on the peak, the true key, possible only at the end. "This was a rather difficult method. It would have been better to have thrown one small unit against one firing point invariably and to have used the main force to break through the depth of the foe swiftly." On the larger benefits of the night operation, Akaishizawa wrote, "We prevented the main hostile forces, numbering several thousand troops concentrated east of Khasan about 600 or 700 meters behind Changkufeng, from laying a finger on us." Sato regards the night attack as a success: "The Soviets would have taken over the entire region unless checked." But with respect to Suetaka's words of praise for Sato himself, one candid division staff officer does not share what he calls "extravagant laudation." "The night-attack plan had been devised long in advance. I do not see anything particularly brilliant about it. Only in terms of results could one call the assault well done." Sakata concurs but stresses that training paid off: "All the men in my company followed their leaders to the crest and thus displayed their teamwork and unity," despite the unexpectedly severe casualties. The Soviets seemed particularly apprehensive about the possibility of Japanese armored operations. Antitank weapons were deployed on the eastern slopes of Changkufeng, ready to fire against the axis of Hill 52, which theoretically was good tank country. Illuminating shells and flares were employed profusely in concert with heavy machine guns firing blue tracers from the time Japanese troops entered the zone of wire defenses. Tanks supplemented the fire network, as did artillery zeroed in east of Khasan. But it was the grenades, in "heaps and mounds," that troubled the attackers most: "This tactic must be one of the most important aspects of Soviet infantry training, together with snipers. Our night assault unit did not sustain too many casualties until the crest but, since we could not run up into the positions, the foe was able to hurl many milk-bottle-size grenades. Our forces must be given more training with hand grenades".  The first phone call to Seoul did not come until Changkufeng had been assaulted and cleared. Around 05:00 the division learned that victory had been achieved at Changkufeng; the first reports mentioned no Japanese casualties. "Thank God!" was the reaction. Suetaka and the major toasted Sato's victory with sake. "At 06:00, one company of the Sato unit occupied Shachaofeng and expelled the Soviet forces across the border." Not long afterward, the division, like the 75th Regiment, began to learn the extent of the casualties. Although personal sorrow displaced initial elation, there was grim satisfaction that the insolent Russians had been ousted and the dignity of the Imperial Army maintained. It was hoped and expected that the Korea Army would share this view. Seoul had learned of the Japanese assaults only after the fact and in a rather cursory fashion. Nakamura ordered the front-line units to secure the heights and to localize the affair by limiting the strength used in that area and by ensuring cautious action.  Nakamura's orders to not expand upon the victory were criticized heavily. However Tsuchiya recalled "The decision was taken too easily. Perhaps some had covert opposition, but no one spoke up. I think there was some misunderstanding of individual positions. Yet the crisis should have been analyzed carefully. It is too bad that there was no direct supervision by the Chief of Staff." For Tsuchiya, the Korea Army would have been in trouble if the incident had dragged on because of Soviet buildup and Japanese casualties and low mobilization. Although Nakamura likely wished the 19th Division to abandon unnecessary actions regardless of victory or defeat, he did not seem to care; he showed no intention of inspecting the local scene. Yet Tsuchiya felt such a keen sense of responsibility that he was prepared to commit suicide if matters went wrong. Inada argued that Nakamura did not visit the front to avoid expanding the troubles and disturbing the troops. Analyzing the Korea Army's nebulous control, Imaoka notes that Nakamura had only recently arrived in Korea and had little time before fighting began, but something seemed lacking in the army's exercise of command. Thus, Nakamura never met Suetaka until after the incident had been resolved, although the governor-general came from Seoul to visit Suetaka at the battlefront and to express appreciation in person. "It was quite proper to adhere to the policy of nonenlargement, but the Korea Army should have furnished more positive operational guidance in such a case when a subordinate division was in serious trouble." There were important lessons to be learned here, Tsuchiya recalled  "The 19th Division attacked the Russians twice in 36 hours without army orders or approval. How is it that the division commander, a lieutenant general and certainly not an reckless man, could have been allowed so much margin to act independently?" Some suggest that Suetaka tended to violate the spirit of the law, especially in force majeure. Others think that Suetaka was loyal, deliberate, and law-abiding, a worrier who could be expected to follow orders. Why risk one's career—one's life, given that self-censure loomed—when headquarters' decision was available? Military discipline and national interest dictated prior consultation and compliance. Or did Suetaka, like other notable generals, think gambles were justified by the goddess of Victory? I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. A daring Japanese night assault, led by Colonel Sato and his bold captains, threaded through fog, wire, and enemy fire. As dawn broke, the crest fell into Japanese hands, after brutal stand-ins on Hill 52 and Shachaofeng. Glinting grenades, roaring tanks, and disciplined infantry forged the victory, at a heavy price: dozens of officers and many men lost.   

Interview Segment: Tony Kelly Illuminating Data Blind Spots As data sprawls across clouds and collaboration tools, shadow data and fragmented controls have become some of the biggest blind spots in enterprise security. In this segment, we'll unpack how Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) helps organizations regain visibility and control over their most sensitive assets. Our guest will break down how DSPM differs from adjacent technologies like DLP, CSPM, and DSP, and how it integrates into broader Zero Trust and cloud security strategies. We'll also explore how compliance and regulatory pressures are shaping the next evolution of the DSPM market—and what security leaders should be doing now to prepare. Segment Resources: https://static.fortra.com/corporate/pdfs/brochure/fta-corp-fortra-dspm-br.pdf This segment is sponsored by Fortra. Visit https://securityweekly.com/fortra to learn more about them! Topic Segment: We've got passkeys, now what? Over this year on this podcast, we've talked a lot about infostealers. Passkeys are a clear solution to implementing phishing and theft-resistant authentication, but what about all these infostealers stealing OAuth keys and refresh tokens? As long as session hijacking is as simple as moving a cookie from one machine to another, securing authentication seems like solving only half the problem. Locking the front door, but leaving a side door unlocked. After doing some research, it appears that there has been some work on this front, including a few standards that have been introduced: DBSC (Device Bound Session Credentials) for browsers DPoP (Demonstrating Proof of Possession) for OAuth applications We'll address a few key questions in this segment: 1. how do these new standards help stop token theft? 2. how broadly have they been adopted? Segment Resources: FIDO Alliance White Paper: DBSC/DPOP as Complementary Technologies to FIDO Authentication News Segment Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/esw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-437

Interview Segment: Tony Kelly Illuminating Data Blind Spots As data sprawls across clouds and collaboration tools, shadow data and fragmented controls have become some of the biggest blind spots in enterprise security. In this segment, we'll unpack how Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) helps organizations regain visibility and control over their most sensitive assets. Our guest will break down how DSPM differs from adjacent technologies like DLP, CSPM, and DSP, and how it integrates into broader Zero Trust and cloud security strategies. We'll also explore how compliance and regulatory pressures are shaping the next evolution of the DSPM market—and what security leaders should be doing now to prepare. Segment Resources: https://static.fortra.com/corporate/pdfs/brochure/fta-corp-fortra-dspm-br.pdf This segment is sponsored by Fortra. Visit https://securityweekly.com/fortra to learn more about them! Topic Segment: We've got passkeys, now what? Over this year on this podcast, we've talked a lot about infostealers. Passkeys are a clear solution to implementing phishing and theft-resistant authentication, but what about all these infostealers stealing OAuth keys and refresh tokens? As long as session hijacking is as simple as moving a cookie from one machine to another, securing authentication seems like solving only half the problem. Locking the front door, but leaving a side door unlocked. After doing some research, it appears that there has been some work on this front, including a few standards that have been introduced: DBSC (Device Bound Session Credentials) for browsers DPoP (Demonstrating Proof of Possession) for OAuth applications We'll address a few key questions in this segment: 1. how do these new standards help stop token theft? 2. how broadly have they been adopted? Segment Resources: FIDO Alliance White Paper: DBSC/DPOP as Complementary Technologies to FIDO Authentication News Segment Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/esw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-437

Interview Segment: Tony Kelly Illuminating Data Blind Spots As data sprawls across clouds and collaboration tools, shadow data and fragmented controls have become some of the biggest blind spots in enterprise security. In this segment, we'll unpack how Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) helps organizations regain visibility and control over their most sensitive assets. Our guest will break down how DSPM differs from adjacent technologies like DLP, CSPM, and DSP, and how it integrates into broader Zero Trust and cloud security strategies. We'll also explore how compliance and regulatory pressures are shaping the next evolution of the DSPM market—and what security leaders should be doing now to prepare. Segment Resources: https://static.fortra.com/corporate/pdfs/brochure/fta-corp-fortra-dspm-br.pdf This segment is sponsored by Fortra. Visit https://securityweekly.com/fortra to learn more about them! Topic Segment: We've got passkeys, now what? Over this year on this podcast, we've talked a lot about infostealers. Passkeys are a clear solution to implementing phishing and theft-resistant authentication, but what about all these infostealers stealing OAuth keys and refresh tokens? As long as session hijacking is as simple as moving a cookie from one machine to another, securing authentication seems like solving only half the problem. Locking the front door, but leaving a side door unlocked. After doing some research, it appears that there has been some work on this front, including a few standards that have been introduced: DBSC (Device Bound Session Credentials) for browsers DPoP (Demonstrating Proof of Possession) for OAuth applications We'll address a few key questions in this segment: 1. how do these new standards help stop token theft? 2. how broadly have they been adopted? Segment Resources: FIDO Alliance White Paper: DBSC/DPOP as Complementary Technologies to FIDO Authentication News Segment Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-437

Interview Segment: Tony Kelly Illuminating Data Blind Spots As data sprawls across clouds and collaboration tools, shadow data and fragmented controls have become some of the biggest blind spots in enterprise security. In this segment, we'll unpack how Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) helps organizations regain visibility and control over their most sensitive assets. Our guest will break down how DSPM differs from adjacent technologies like DLP, CSPM, and DSP, and how it integrates into broader Zero Trust and cloud security strategies. We'll also explore how compliance and regulatory pressures are shaping the next evolution of the DSPM market—and what security leaders should be doing now to prepare. Segment Resources: https://static.fortra.com/corporate/pdfs/brochure/fta-corp-fortra-dspm-br.pdf This segment is sponsored by Fortra. Visit https://securityweekly.com/fortra to learn more about them! Topic Segment: We've got passkeys, now what? Over this year on this podcast, we've talked a lot about infostealers. Passkeys are a clear solution to implementing phishing and theft-resistant authentication, but what about all these infostealers stealing OAuth keys and refresh tokens? As long as session hijacking is as simple as moving a cookie from one machine to another, securing authentication seems like solving only half the problem. Locking the front door, but leaving a side door unlocked. After doing some research, it appears that there has been some work on this front, including a few standards that have been introduced: DBSC (Device Bound Session Credentials) for browsers DPoP (Demonstrating Proof of Possession) for OAuth applications We'll address a few key questions in this segment: 1. how do these new standards help stop token theft? 2. how broadly have they been adopted? Segment Resources: FIDO Alliance White Paper: DBSC/DPOP as Complementary Technologies to FIDO Authentication News Segment Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/esw-437

WHAT HAPPENED TO OUR “HUMANITY?” with Dr. Sister Jenna & Gina Mazza  SISTER DR. JENNA Sister Dr. Jenna is a spiritual leader, author, and speaker whose life's work has been dedicated to elevating human consciousness and fostering peace worldwide. She is the director of the Meditation Museum in the metropolitan Washington D.C. area and was host of the popular America Meditating Radio Show for nearly 12 years—hosting more than 1,700 show and engaging a wide audience in discussions on mindfulness, peace, and personal growth. She currently hosts the Next Normal TV show on YouTube. Sister Jenna is the author of Meditation: Intimate Experiences with the Divine through Contemplative Practices and a contributor to Mr. President: Interfaith Perspectives on the Historic Presidency of Barack H. Obama, offering her unique spiritual insights on leadership and unity. Sister Jenna's dedication to service and unity is further demonstrated by her initiatives to plant trees for peace on Capitol Hill and on the grounds of the Pentagon, symbolizing her commitment to healing and environmental stewardship as pathways to global peace. She and her team spearheaded 21 initiatives fostering resilience and values. Sister Jenna can be seen on The Housewives of Atlanta offering meditation and spiritual support for the wives. She presented the “Illuminating the Light Within” fashion show for the Paris 2024 Olympic Gala for the African Olympians. Her profound impact on society has been recognized with the President's Lifetime National Community Service Award under President Barack Obama. She is a proud member of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle, where she joins other thought leaders in promoting conscious evolution. Sister Jenna's collaborative work with the Oprah Winfrey Network and Values Partnerships on the Belief Team highlights her role as a bridge-builder across diverse spiritual and cultural landscapes. An Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from St. Thomas Aquinas College acknowledges her tireless dedication to solving critical societal issues. Sister Jenna's influence reaches into the highest echelons of power, evident in her contributions to diversity and inclusion conferences at the Pentagon, the United States Coast Guard, and various federal agencies. Her initiatives, such as producing the “Off to Work” Meditation CD for the Coast Guard and speaking at their historic Diversity Summit, underscore her commitment to fostering inclusive environments. She has graced the cover of various global magazines, and produced the Om Shanti Album with Grammy winner and composer Ricky Kej. Sister Jenna's mission remains as relevant as ever—to build bridges, foster trust, and offer clarity and inner strength in challenging times. Her voice is a beacon of hope and healing, drawing together people from all walks of life in a shared journey towards a more peaceful and enlightened world. She is light, easy, and full of love. Americameditating.org press@americameditating.org GINA MAZZA Gina Mazza has been living her passion as a word provocateur and sacred scribe for more than three decades. She is the author of four books in the personal growth category, including Everything Matters, Nothing Matters, which was praised in Publisher's Weekly. As an indie journalist, Gina's byline can be spotted in media outlets around the world. 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Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Illuminating Tradition: Finding Inspiration in Yerushalayim Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-12-12-08-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: ירושלים הייתה מכוסה באווירה ייחודית, מוזיאון פתוח של היסטוריה וחלומות.En: Yerushalayim was enveloped in a unique atmosphere, an open museum of history and dreams.He: הרחובות היו צפופים באנשים שבאו לחגוג את חג החנוכה, ואורות המנורה האירו כל פינה בעיר העתיקה.En: The streets were crowded with people who came to celebrate Chanukah, and the menorah lights illuminated every corner of the Old City.He: יונה ומרים הלכו יחד ברחובות הצרים.En: Yonah and Miriam walked together through the narrow streets.He: יונה היה אמן צעיר, המחפש השראה לציוריו.En: Yonah was a young artist seeking inspiration for his paintings.He: מרים, היסטוריונית, אהבה את ההיסטוריה העמוקה של עיר הבירה.En: Miriam, a historian, loved the deep history of the capital city.He: הם הלכו אל הכותל המערבי, המקום שבו הזמן עמד מלכת.En: They went to the Western Wall, the place where time stood still.He: יונה הרגיש את ההתרגשות, אבל גם את הלחץ.En: Yonah felt the excitement, but also the pressure.He: המוני התיירים חשפו אותו מכל צד, מהקשישים שהתפללו ועד הילדים ששמחו באורות החנוכיה.En: Crowds of tourists surrounded him on all sides, from the elderly who were praying to the children delighted by the menorah lights.He: הוא התקשה להתרכז בעבודתו.En: He found it difficult to concentrate on his work.He: "איך אוכל למצוא כאן שקט?En: "How can I find peace here?"He: ", חשב לעצמו.En: he thought to himself.He: מרים, מצד שני, נאבקה בתחושותיה לגבי המסורת.En: Miriam, on the other hand, grappled with her feelings about tradition.He: היא חשבה שנים רבות שהתפילות העתיקות אינן רלוונטיות לעולמה.En: For many years, she thought that the ancient prayers were not relevant to her world.He: אבל היום, בין האורות והאנשים, היא הייתה סקרנית לבדוק את רגשותיה.En: But today, among the lights and people, she was curious to explore her emotions.He: יונה ישב ליד הכותל.En: Yonah sat by the Wall.He: במקום לצלם, החליט לצייר.En: Instead of taking photos, he decided to draw.He: בלי לחשוב יותר מדי, נתן לידייו לרשום את מה שראו עיניו.En: Without thinking too much, he let his hands sketch what his eyes saw.He: הוא רצה לגלות יופי ופשטות.En: He wanted to discover beauty and simplicity.He: מרים הניחה נר על מקום מיוחד בקיר הנשים והדליקה אותו.En: Miriam placed a candle in a special spot in the women's section of the Wall and lit it.He: היא שרה כמעט בלחש תפילה שלמדה מאמה.En: She sang a prayer she had learned from her mother, almost in a whisper.He: הם חלקו את מחשבותיהם ליד הכותל.En: They shared their thoughts by the Wall.He: מרים ביקשה מיונה לתאר את מה שהוא רואה.En: Miriam asked Yonah to describe what he sees.He: היא שאלה אותו מה הוא מרגיש.En: She asked him what he feels.He: יונה הרים את מבטו מהדף והבין, דרך המילים של מרים, שהפשטות בעיניה היא היופי האמיתי של המקום.En: Yonah lifted his gaze from the page and realized, through Miriam's words, that simplicity in her eyes is the true beauty of the place.He: הוא יכול להרגיש את נשימתה הרכה של ההיסטוריה בכל אבן.En: He could feel the gentle breath of history in every stone.He: באותו רגע, מרים הרגישה משהו עמוק.En: In that moment, Miriam felt something profound.He: היא הבינה שהמסורת היא חלק ממנה, לא משנה כמה התקדמו החיים.En: She realized that tradition is part of her, no matter how much life has progressed.He: יונה גילה שההשראה אינה דורשת הרפתקאות, אלא ראייה חדשה של אותם המקומות והדברים.En: Yonah discovered that inspiration doesn't require adventures, but a new vision of the same places and things.He: בערב ההוא, כשהאורות כבו והקור התעצם, יונה ומרים עזבו את הכותל בהרגשה חדשה.En: That evening, when the lights dimmed and the cold intensified, Yonah and Miriam left the Wall with a new feeling.He: הם קיבלו את מה שחשקו בו.En: They got what they yearned for.He: יונה הבין את הערך של סבלנות והתבוננות, בעוד מרים התחברה מחדש לשורשיה.En: Yonah understood the value of patience and observation, while Miriam reconnected with her roots.He: החנוכיה שהאירה את הלילה סימלה להם התחלה חדשה.En: The menorah that lit up the night symbolized a new beginning for them. Vocabulary Words:enveloped: מכוסהunique: ייחודיתcelebrate: לחגוגilluminated: האירוnarrow: הצריםinspiration: השראהconcentrate: להתרכזgrappled: נאבקהtradition: מסורתrelevant: רלוונטיותcurious: סקרניתemotions: רגשותיהsketch: לרשוםsimplicity: פשטותwhisper: בלחשgaze: מבטוgentle: הרכהprofound: עמוקprogressed: התקדמוadventures: הרפתקאותvision: ראייהdimmed: כבוintensified: התעצםyearned: חשקוpatience: סבלנותobservation: התבוננותreconnected: התחברה מחדשroots: שורשיהmenorah: חנוכיהsymbolized: סימלהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - French: Illuminating Friendships: A Christmas Story in Paris Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-12-12-23-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: L'aquarium de Paris brillait de mille feux en cette période de Noël.En: The Aquarium de Paris was shining brightly in this Christmas season.Fr: Les lumières illuminaient les bassins, créant une atmosphère magique.En: The lights illuminated the tanks, creating a magical atmosphere.Fr: Les familles et amis se rassemblaient autour des expositions, émerveillés par les poissons colorés qui glissaient doucement derrière les fenêtres.En: Families and friends gathered around the exhibits, marveling at the colorful fish gliding gently behind the windows.Fr: Camille, Julien et Sophie étaient venus ensemble, profitant de ce moment pour faire leurs achats de cadeaux.En: Camille, Julien, and Sophie had come together, taking advantage of this moment to do their gift shopping.Fr: Le magasin de souvenirs était bondé, les clients cherchant le cadeau de Noël idéal.En: The souvenir shop was crowded, with customers searching for the perfect Christmas gift.Fr: Camille était un peu stressée.En: Camille was a bit stressed.Fr: Elle voulait offrir des cadeaux significatifs à ses amis, quelque chose qui reflète leurs personnalités uniques.En: She wanted to give meaningful gifts to her friends, something that reflects their unique personalities.Fr: Julien était d'humeur joyeuse et insouciante.En: Julien was in a joyful and carefree mood.Fr: Il adorait surprendre Camille et Sophie.En: He loved surprising Camille and Sophie.Fr: Sophie, de son côté, était aussi organisée qu'une décoratrice de vitrines, toujours à l'affût des meilleures affaires.En: Sophie, on the other hand, was as organized as a window dresser, always on the lookout for the best deals.Fr: Camille s'est arrêtée devant un stand de bracelets, tous fabriqués à partir de matériaux marins recyclés.En: Camille stopped in front of a stand of bracelets, all made from recycled marine materials.Fr: Elle pensait à Sophie, qui aimait la mer et soutenait les causes écologiques.En: She thought of Sophie, who loved the sea and supported ecological causes.Fr: Un bracelet en édition limitée attira son attention.En: A limited edition bracelet caught her attention.Fr: Alors qu'elle tendait la main pour le prendre, une autre cliente fit de même.En: As she reached out to take it, another customer did the same.Fr: Camille hésita, mais son désir de rendre Sophie heureuse l'emporta.En: Camille hesitated, but her desire to make Sophie happy won out.Fr: "Excusez-moi," dit-elle doucement à la femme, "ce bracelet est parfait pour mon amie Sophie.En: "Excuse me," she said softly to the woman, "this bracelet is perfect for my friend Sophie.Fr: Elle aime vraiment la mer et soutient l'environnement."En: She really loves the sea and supports the environment."Fr: À sa surprise, la femme sourit.En: To her surprise, the woman smiled.Fr: "Oh, c'est merveilleux.En: "Oh, that's wonderful.Fr: J'avais un doute, mais je pense que vous en ferez bon usage.En: I was unsure, but I think you'll make good use of it.Fr: Joyeux Noël!"En: Merry Christmas!"Fr: Elle lui laissa le bracelet, ravie de faire un geste pour Camille.En: She left the bracelet to her, pleased to do something for Camille.Fr: Après cette trouvaille inespérée, Camille se mit en quête d'un souvenir pour Julien.En: After this unexpected find, Camille went in search of a souvenir for Julien.Fr: Près de la caisse, elle trouva un petit poisson en bois, sculpté à la main.En: Near the checkout, she found a small wooden fish, hand-carved.Fr: Simple mais élégant, parfait pour le personnage aventureux qu'était Julien.En: Simple yet elegant, perfect for the adventurous character that Julien was.Fr: Les cadeaux choisis, Camille écrivit une note pour chacun de ses amis, exprimant sa gratitude pour leur amitié.En: With the gifts chosen, Camille wrote a note for each of her friends, expressing her gratitude for their friendship.Fr: Chargée de ses présents, elle rejoignit Julien et Sophie sous un éclairage de fête scintillant.En: Laden with her presents, she joined Julien and Sophie under the shimmering festive lights.Fr: Ils échangèrent leurs cadeaux, entourés par les sons de la mer et les rires des enfants.En: They exchanged their gifts, surrounded by the sounds of the sea and the laughter of children.Fr: Julien ouvrit son poisson en bois et sourit.En: Julien opened his wooden fish and smiled.Fr: "Merci, Camille, c'est parfait pour moi."En: "Thank you, Camille, it's perfect for me."Fr: Sophie, pour sa part, était émue par le bracelet et l'histoire derrière.En: Sophie, for her part, was moved by the bracelet and the story behind it.Fr: Ce moment sous les lumières de Noël enseigna à Camille une précieuse leçon : ce qui compte le plus, c'est la pensée et l'amour derrière chaque cadeau.En: This moment under the Christmas lights taught Camille a precious lesson: what counts the most is the thought and love behind each gift.Fr: Leurs amitiés étaient renforcées, illuminées par la magie de l'aquarium et la chaleur qu'ils partageaient ensemble.En: Their friendships were strengthened, illuminated by the magic of the aquarium and the warmth they shared together.Fr: Camille se sentait heureuse, persuadée qu'elle pouvait toujours faire confiance à son cœur pour guider ses choix.En: Camille felt happy, convinced that she could always trust her heart to guide her choices. Vocabulary Words:tank: le bassinexhibit: l'expositionbrilliantly: de mille feuxatmosphere: l'atmosphèreorganized: organiséecarefree: insouciantewindow dresser: la décoratrice de vitrinesbracelet: le braceletmarine materials: les matériaux marinslimited edition: l'édition limitéecustomer: le clienthand-carved: sculpté à la mainadventurous: aventureuxnote: la notegrateful: reconnaissantegift: le cadeaufestive lights: l'éclairage de fêteexchange: échangerthoughtful: réfléchiegather: se rassemblerstress: le stresssurprise: surprendreorganize: organiserfind: la trouvaillesound: le sonjoyful: joyeusesupport: soutenirecological causes: les causes écologiquesunexpected: inespéréekeep: garder

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Fluent Fiction - Italian: Illuminating Friendship: A Tuscan Retreat's Healing Glow Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-10-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore della campagna toscana, tra dolci colline e uliveti argentati, un piccolo rifugio spirituale sorgeva con semplicità e pace.En: In the heart of the Tuscan countryside, among gentle hills and silvery olive groves, a small spiritual retreat rose with simplicity and peace.It: Era inverno, e l'aria frizzante portava il profumo del legno bruciato nei camini.En: It was winter, and the crisp air carried the scent of wood burning in the fireplaces.It: Si sentiva aleggiare un senso di calma, interrotto solo dal suono lontano delle campane di una chiesa.En: A sense of calm lingered, interrupted only by the distant sound of church bells.It: Luca, Gianna e Marco erano arrivati al rifugio pochi giorni prima, ognuno con il proprio bagaglio di emozioni e aspettative.En: Luca, Gianna, and Marco had arrived at the retreat a few days earlier, each with their own luggage of emotions and expectations.It: Per Luca, artista in cerca di nuove ispirazioni, quel luogo era una promessa di chiarezza.En: For Luca, an artist seeking new inspirations, that place was a promise of clarity.It: Gianna, insegnante compassionevole, sperava di trovare conforto dopo la recente perdita di un caro familiare.En: Gianna, a compassionate teacher, hoped to find comfort after the recent loss of a dear family member.It: Marco, imprenditore di successo ma sommerso dallo stress, voleva ritrovare l'equilibrio.En: Marco, a successful entrepreneur but overwhelmed by stress, wanted to regain balance.It: Il 13 dicembre, giorno di Santa Lucia, il rifugio organizzò una cerimonia alla luce delle candele.En: On December 13, the day of Santa Lucia, the retreat organized a candlelit ceremony.It: Era una tradizione per celebrare la luce nel periodo più buio dell'anno.En: It was a tradition to celebrate light during the darkest time of the year.It: L'atmosfera era magica, e i tre amici si riunirono, ognuno con i propri pensieri, sotto le stelle.En: The atmosphere was magical, and the three friends gathered, each with their own thoughts, under the stars.It: Mentre le candele brillavano nella notte, antiche tensioni riemersero.En: As the candles glowed in the night, ancient tensions resurfaced.It: Gli anni passati avevano lasciato delle ombre nel loro rapporto.En: The past years had cast shadows over their relationship.It: Luca ricordava ancora i dissapori con Marco, mentre Gianna si sentiva spesso trascurata dalle loro conversazioni.En: Luca still remembered the disagreements with Marco, while Gianna often felt overlooked in their conversations.It: Finalmente, mentre le fiammelle tremolavano dolcemente, Luca decise di parlare.En: Finally, as the flames flickered gently, Luca decided to speak.It: "Abbiamo bisogno di chiarire," disse con voce ferma.En: "We need to clear things up," he said with a firm voice.It: Le sue parole, semplici ma potenti, aprirono un varco nei loro cuori.En: His words, simple but powerful, opened a gateway in their hearts.It: "Mi dispiace per il passato," aggiunse Marco, con uno sguardo sincero.En: "I'm sorry for the past," added Marco, with a sincere look.It: "Ero troppo concentrato su me stesso."En: "I was too focused on myself."It: Gianna annuì, le lacrime brillavano nei suoi occhi.En: Gianna nodded, tears shining in her eyes.It: "Abbiamo tutti sofferto, ma siamo ancora qui."En: "We've all suffered, but we're still here."It: Il vento leggero portò via le parole, ma lasciò un senso di pace nuova.En: The light wind carried away the words but left a sense of new peace.It: Durante quella notte, sotto il cielo invernale, i tre amici parlarono a lungo, ridendo e piangendo insieme.En: During that night, under the winter sky, the three friends talked for a long time, laughing and crying together.It: Parole non dette per troppo tempo trovarono finalmente una voce.En: Words left unsaid for too long finally found a voice.It: Alla fine della cerimonia, Luca si sentiva trasformato.En: At the end of the ceremony, Luca felt transformed.It: Aveva trovato una nuova fonte d'ispirazione: l'amicizia ritrovata e il mondo intorno a lui.En: He had found a new source of inspiration: the rediscovered friendship and the world around him.It: Aveva scoperto che la vera arte veniva dalla comprensione e dall'amore.En: He had discovered that true art came from understanding and love.It: I tre amici, ora più uniti che mai, decisero di sostenersi a vicenda nei loro nuovi percorsi.En: The three friends, now more united than ever, decided to support each other in their new paths.It: Avevano capito che, nonostante le differenze e le difficoltà, era possibile andare avanti insieme, con un cuore leggero e lo sguardo verso l'orizzonte vasto e aperto della Toscana.En: They understood that, despite the differences and difficulties, it was possible to move forward together, with a light heart and their gaze toward the vast and open horizon of Toscana. Vocabulary Words:the heart: il cuorethe countryside: la campagnathe hills: le collinethe groves: gli ulivetithe retreat: il rifugiothe air: l'ariacrisp: frizzantethe scent: il profumothe fireplaces: i caminithe calm: la calmathe bells: le campanethe luggage: il bagagliothe clarity: la chiarezzathe comfort: il confortothe loss: la perditathe entrepreneur: l'imprenditorethe stress: lo stressthe balance: l'equilibriothe atmosphere: l'atmosferathe stars: le stellethe tensions: le tensionithe shadows: le ombrethe disagreements: i dissaporithe ceremony: la cerimoniathe voice: la vocethe look: lo sguardothe tears: le lacrimethe peace: la pacethe sky: il cielothe inspiration: l'ispirazione

In Garden Insights #8, December 2025 invites us back to Our Inner Garden's Frequencies of Light where we can integrate & embody Divine Gnosis within.  December is amplifying the gifts of inner knowing and the gifts of light throughout this holiday season. In Garden Insights #8, we are reminded of the True Arks of these Ascension Times. We built them long ago. They are vibrational arks. They are frequency arks. The True Arks of Today are Us!  We will explore this and more in Garden Insights for December 2025. ✨Thank you for joining me as we review these insights and inspirations as Divine Creative Heroes and Heroines ~ re-claiming and re-knowing our gifts, our talents, and the power of conscious presence during this Grand Awakening unfolding. Please share with others who would benefit from these positive and empowering messages.Please like, subscribe, and share!For more inspirational messages, please visit with me on Substack through either of these links:https://frequencywriter.substack.com/https://www.frequencywriter.com/For more information about life/soul coaching with me, or to contact me, please email me: info@frequencywriter.comTo listen to additional podcasts, or to make a donation to my nonprofit, please visit:  http://www.wholesoulschoolandfoundation.orgTo donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/wholesoulschoolandfoundationTo shop our apparel: https://www.bonfire.com/store/whole-soul-school-and-foundation/Thank you!You can tune in my messages on these platforms:Substack: https://www.frequencywriter.com/X: https://x.com/marie_mohlerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholesoulmasteryYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@colorthemagicRumble.com: https://rumble.com/c/c-353585​​​​Telegram: https://t.me/wholesoulmasteryTruth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@frequencywriterTune into Frequency Writer Messages & Podcasts as well as Whole Soul School and Foundation's Inspirational Podcasts via Spotify, Apple iTunes, Buzzsprout, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music + other favorite podcast platforms If would like to support me and my work directly, please send donations to: https://buy.stripe.com/3csbIU4v8a52eR2aEEThank you

Everything feeling intense? We've had a grand water trine hanging out in the heavens for 2 weeks kicking up all of our old wounds and resentments. The Full Moon in Gemini perfects on December 4, illuminating the changes you are ready to make, or maybe are being forced to make! Join my email communitySign up for Cosmic Conversation00:00 Introduction to The Essential Astrocast00:21 Understanding the Grand Water Trine01:32 Mercury's Influence and Planetary Alignments04:30 Full Moon in Gemini and Its Implications05:14 Mars, Venus, and the Desire for Fun06:45 Astrological Reflections and Future Plans17:52 Navigating the Mutable Signs and Grand Cross22:23 Weekly Astrological Forecast25:20 Self-Care and Upcoming Events

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Illuminating Hope: A Hanukkah Tale of Love and Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-12-04-08-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: השלג חופן קלות את העיר והרחובות השקטים כוסו בלובן.En: The snow gently envelops the city, and the quiet streets are covered in white.He: למרות היופי שבחוץ, ליאורה בריצה מהירה לעבר בית החולים.En: Despite the beauty outside, Liora is running quickly toward the hospital.He: עכשיו חנוכה, וחג האור מתקרב – אך ליאורה מרגישה חושך בפנים.En: It's now Hanukkah, and the Festival of Lights is approaching – but Liora feels darkness inside.He: היא דואגת לאיתן, אחיה האהוב, המאושפז פתאום.En: She is worried about Eitan, her beloved brother, who is suddenly hospitalized.He: בהגיעה לבית החולים, ליאורה מתעכבת רגע בכניסה.En: Upon reaching the hospital, Liora pauses for a moment at the entrance.He: הזכוכית הקרה נוגעת קלות בידיה.En: The cold glass lightly touches her hands.He: היא מהססת להיכנס, אך המחשבה על איתן מחכה לה נותנת לה כוח.En: She hesitates to enter, but the thought of Eitan waiting for her gives her strength.He: היא מיישרת את גבה, לוקחת נשימה עמוקה ונכנסת.En: She straightens her back, takes a deep breath, and enters.He: חדר בית החולים נראה ונשמע סטרילי ואפוף בריח חזק של חומרים רפואיים.En: The hospital room looks and sounds sterile, surrounded by a strong smell of medical substances.He: איתן שוכב במיטה, מחובר למוניטורים.En: Eitan is lying in bed, connected to monitors.He: למרות חולשתו, החיוך הקל על פניו כשהוא רואה אותה ממלא אותה בגאווה וחמימות.En: Despite his weakness, the slight smile on his face when he sees her fills her with pride and warmth.He: "ליאורה!En: "Liora!He: איזה כיף שבאת," הוא אומר בקול קצת לחוץ, אך מלא תקווה.En: How nice that you came," he says in a slightly strained voice but full of hope.He: ליאורה מתיישבת לידו ומרגישה את הלחץ יורד מעט.En: Liora sits beside him, feeling the pressure ease slightly.He: "הבאתי משהו מיוחד," היא אומרת ומוציאה מהתיק שלה חנוכייה קטנה.En: "I brought something special," she says and pulls a small hanukkiah from her bag.He: "כל הדאגות שלי יתחילו להיעלם אחרי שנדליק אותה.En: "All my worries will start to disappear after we light it."He: "הם מדליקים יחד נר ראשון, והאור הקטן מתחיל להאיר את החדר.En: Together they light the first candle, and the small light begins to illuminate the room.He: המראה מחזיר לליאורה זיכרונות חמים מחגים עליזים עם כל המשפחה.En: The sight brings Liora warm memories of joyful holidays with the whole family.He: האור מהחנוכייה משרה תחושה של חום ושלווה, מרחק מכל המכשירים והצינורות.En: The light from the hanukkiah instills a feeling of warmth and serenity, distant from all the machines and tubes.He: "מזכיר לי את הפעם כששרנו שירים ליד הנרות," אומר איתן.En: "Reminds me of the time we sang songs by the candles," Eitan says.He: שניהם זוכרים, ויחד שרים בשקט, מילות השירים ממלאות את החלל המרכזי בחדר.En: They both remember and quietly sing together, the words of the songs filling the central space in the room.He: החיוכים מחליפים את החרדות, והחום של הנרות מתפשט בלבבותיהם.En: Smiles replace anxieties, and the warmth of the candles spreads in their hearts.He: הזמן חולף, וליאורה מבחינה שהפחדים שהחזיקה בפנים מתפוגגים.En: Time passes, and Liora notices that the fears she held inside are dissipating.He: המגע עם איתן, השיחות הקטנות והזיכרונות המשותפים מחדשים את האמונה שלה ביכולתם לעמוד בכל קושי.En: The connection with Eitan, the small talks, and shared memories renew her belief in their ability to face any difficulty.He: החיוך של איתן נותן לה כוח, והיא מרגישה שהיא יכולה להתמודד עם כל מה שיבוא.En: Eitan's smile gives her strength, and she feels she can handle whatever comes.He: בסיום הערב, כששלג עדיין יורד בחוץ, ליאורה יוצאת מבית החולים עם לב קל.En: At the end of the evening, with snow still falling outside, Liora leaves the hospital with a light heart.He: היא יודעת שהיא הצליחה להביא קצת אור לחיים של אחיה ולחזק את הקשר ביניהם.En: She knows she has succeeded in bringing a bit of light to her brother's life and strengthening their bond.He: האור של חנוכה, שאותו הדליקו יחד, ממשיך להאיר בליבה, מזכיר לה שתמיד יש אור גם ברגעים חשוכים ביותר.En: The light of Hanukkah, which they lit together, continues to shine in her heart, reminding her that there is always light even in the darkest moments. Vocabulary Words:envelops: חופןserenity: שלווהdissipating: מתפוגגיםenveloped: מכוסהhospitalized: מאושפזsterile: סטריליrecalls: מזכירilluminate: להאירsubstances: חומריםhesitates: מהססתstrengthens: מחדשתbond: קשרinstills: משרהrenews: מחדשתapproaching: מתקרבdistant: מרחקdisappear: להיעלםconnected: מחוברmonitors: מוניטוריםstrained: לחוץpride: גאווהanxieties: חרדותease: יורדmemories: זיכרונותfears: הפחדיםbelief: אמונהholiday: חגdarkness: חושךfestival: חגawaiting: מחכהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

These December 2025 messages spotlight stories, inspirations, and soul songs offered by Marie Mohler to empower & inspire people during times of potent shifts. Marie's November messages are found in 2 videos.  Part 1 contains the big picture review, Gathering At The River with Dr. Terry Cole Whittaker (Dare To Be Great inspiration), Garden Insights #8 (an intuitive energy update for the month), & themes of Endings & Beginnings, Illuminating Your True Ark, Being Conscious Participants In Our Lives not Bystanders, Higher Ground, The Light of Gnosis, Vibrational Travel (via our True Ark/Merkaba), Exponential Rising, & more. Part 2 contains 28 new soul songs for the holiday season to musically fortify listeners with empowering December themes. Soul Songs include: Higher Ground, The Knower's Flame, Shine On, The Ark You Are, Awakening Light, and more. Thank you for joining me, and please share with others who would benefit from these insights and positive messages.Please like, subscribe, and share!For more of my inspirational messages, podcasts, soul songs, & subscription offerings on Substack, please click either link:https://www.frequencywriter.com/https://frequencywriter.substack.com/If you are interested in life coaching with me, please send an email:info@frequencywriter.comI look forward to connecting with you. To listen to more amazing podcasts and insightful broadcasts, or to make a donation, visit:  http://www.wholesoulschoolandfoundation.orgTo donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/wholesoulschoolandfoundationTo shop our apparel: https://www.bonfire.com/store/whole-soul-school-and-foundation/Thank you!You can also tune in here:Substack: https://www.frequencywriter.com/https://frequencywriter.substack.com/X: https://x.com/marie_mohlerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholesoulmasteryYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@colorthemagicRumble.com: https://rumble.com/c/c-353585​​​​Telegram: https://t.me/wholesoulmasteryTruth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@frequencywriterTune into Frequency Writer Messages, Empowering Podcasts, and Whole Soul School and Foundation's Inspirational Podcasts via: Spotify, Apple iTunes, Buzzsprout, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music + other favorite podcast platforms If would like to support me and my work directly, please send donations to: https://buy.stripe.com/3csbIU4v8a52eR2aEEYou can also mail donations to:Marie Mohler/Whole Soul Mastery400 S. Elliott Rd., Suite D259Chapel Hill, NC 27514Thank you for your generous gifts.

Ann Corcoran, Executive Director of the National Shattering Silence Coalition, discusses the broken systems that fail those with serious mental illness and their families through discriminatory practices and neglect. She shares powerful stories of families desperately seeking help for loved ones in psychosis, highlighting how outdated laws and policies create barriers to treatment until tragedy strikes. • Explaining the difference between stigma and the true barriers to treatment for serious mental illness • Exploring anosognosia - the neurological inability to recognize one's own illness • Advocating for Assisted Outpatient Treatment laws to provide early intervention before hospitalization • Illuminating how prisons have become de facto mental health institutions with 70-90% of inmates having mental illness • Sharing concrete strategies for families to navigate the mental health and criminal justice systems • Demonstrating how legislative change requires education and family stories to overcome misinformation • Explaining how untreated psychosis, not lack of housing, drives many mentally ill individuals to homelessness • Highlighting the cost savings ($15+ million in one county) when proper treatment replaces incarceration Connect with the National Shattering Silence Coalition at nsscoalition.org to learn how you can help change policies that discriminate against those with serious mental illness or to get assistance navigating these complex systems. https://tonymantor.com https://Facebook.com/tonymantor https://instagram.com/tonymantor https://twitter.com/tonymantor https://youtube.com/tonymantormusic intro/outro music bed written by T. Wild Mantor Music Publishing (BMI) The content on Why Not Me: Embracing Autism amd Mental Health Worldwide, including discussions on mental health, autism, and related topics, is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not reflect those of the podcast, its hosts, or affiliates.Why Not Me is not a medical or mental health professional and does not endorse or verify the accuracy, efficacy, safety of any treatments, programs, or advice discussed.Listeners should consult qualified healthcare professionals, such as licensed therapists, psychologists, or physicians, before making decisions about mental health or autism- related care.Reliance on this podcast's contents is at the listener's own risk. Why Not Me is not liable for any outcomes, financial or otherwise, resulting from actions taken based on the information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas welcomes Jack Griffin, CEO of Light Up Ventures and bestselling author of Luminary. As a certified executive coach with experience supporting leaders at Google, Meta, Amazon, and Yahoo, Jack specializes in helping tech executives strengthen their leadership through compelling storytelling, systems thinking, and personal development.Jack shares the defining moment that inspired Light Up Ventures: witnessing a senior leader lose an entire audience due to uninspired communication. That experience sparked his mission to “illuminate” leaders and address what he sees as a global crisis in communication—one that costs organizations over $1.2 trillion annually in lost productivity, turnover, and customer churn.Throughout the conversation, Jack breaks down what separates top-tier leaders from the rest. He highlights the power of systems thinking, referencing Peter Senge's The Fifth Discipline, and the importance of blending informative and inspirational communication. Using vivid metaphors—like mastering a wood-burning fire near his home in Lake Tahoe—Jack explains how great leaders recognize their role within a larger system and communicate in ways that spark clarity and connection.He also discusses why storytelling is an essential executive skill, especially in today's world where leaders are inundated with emails, texts, and constant digital noise. Story structure, narrative arcs, and memorable delivery help messages break through the clutter and truly resonate. Jack emphasizes that storytelling is both content (“the story”) and delivery (“the telling”), with nonverbal communication often carrying more weight than words.Drawing on experiences in more than 40 countries—including a decade of youth leadership work in Haiti—Jack reflects on the global perspectives that shape his coaching today. Above all, he believes humility is the defining trait of leaders people genuinely want to follow. Whether in boardrooms or in communities with limited resources, he has seen firsthand how gratitude, humility, and servant leadership build trust and human connection.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review - Apple or Spotify.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Illuminating Learning: Noam's Innovative Classroom Odyssey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-11-25-08-38-20-he Story Transcript:He: נעם נכנס למחסן הנטוש, בעוד שקרני השמש השוקעת מאירות את הזכוכיות השבורות של החלונות.En: @Noam entered the abandoned warehouse, while the rays of the setting sun illuminated the broken window panes.He: החדר מלא אבק, שמתרומם באוויר עם כל תנועה שלו.En: The room was filled with dust, rising into the air with his every movement.He: הוא העמיד שולחנות במעגל ולידם נרות חשמליים קטנים המסמלים את חנוכה.En: He arranged tables in a circle and placed small electric candles by them, symbolizing Hanukkah.He: האווירה חמימה, למרות הזנחה של שנים.En: The atmosphere was warm, despite years of neglect.He: מרים עמדה בכניסה, מהססת.En: Miriam stood at the entrance, hesitant.He: היא שמעה סיפורים על המורה הזה. מורה צעיר וחדשני, שאמרו שיש לו רעיונות מוזרים.En: She had heard stories about this teacher, a young and innovative one, who was said to have strange ideas.He: אבל כזו היתה התקווה האחרונה שלה כשהיא שומעת את שמותיהם של נעם ותוכניותיו.En: But this was her last hope when she heard the names of Noam and his plans.He: "שלום מרים," קרא נעם בחיוך, כשהבחין בה.En: "Hello, Miriam," Noam called with a smile once he noticed her.He: "תודה שבאת."En: "Thank you for coming."He: "תודה שהזמנת," ענתה מרים בעדינות.En: "Thank you for inviting me," Miriam replied gently.He: היא התקרבה, מתיישבת ליד אחד השולחנות.En: She approached and sat down at one of the tables.He: היא רצתה להבין מה הולך פה, ולמה הכל שונה כל כך מהכיתה הרגילה.En: She wanted to understand what was going on here and why everything was so different from the regular classroom.He: "אני יודע שזה לא קונבנציונלי," הודה נעם, "אבל רציתי להראות לך איך אפשר ללמוד בצורה אחרת.En: "I know it's unconventional," Noam admitted, "but I wanted to show you how learning can be done differently.He: ראיתי את יובל, הבן שלך, והוא זקוק לאתגר וליצירתיות."En: I've seen Yuval, your son, and he needs a challenge and creativity."He: נעם הדליק את הנרות, וכל חדר המחסן החדשש באור.En: @Noam lit the candles, and the entire warehouse room glowed with light.He: האורות האלקטרוניים נעו, יצרו במות אינסוף של הצללות על הקירות, וסיפרו את סיפור חנוכה בצורה שלא נשמע כמותה.En: The electronic lights moved, creating endless stages of shadows on the walls, telling the story of Hanukkah in a way never heard before.He: מרים הביטה ונדהמה.En: Miriam watched in amazement.He: יובל, שבו לרוב מוצא קשה לשבת בכיתה ולהקשיב, נראה מרותק.En: Yuval, who usually found it hard to sit in class and listen, seemed mesmerized.He: היא ראתה אותו מחייך, מגלה עניין באופן שבו האורות מספרים סיפור.En: She saw him smiling, showing interest in the way the lights told a story.He: "ככה אנחנו יכולים ללמד?" שאלה מרים כשידה נלחצה בכתפו של נעם, מתרגשת מהאפשרות.En: "Can we really teach like this?" Miriam asked, her hand pressing on Noam's shoulder, excited by the possibility.He: "זה החלום שלי," ענה נעם.En: "That's my dream," answered Noam.He: "להראות לתלמידים שהלימוד יכול להיות חוויה מרגשת."En: "To show students that learning can be an exciting experience."He: מרים חזרה הביתה משוחחת עם הורים אחרים.En: Miriam returned home, discussing with other parents.He: היא ידעה שצריך לקחת צעד אמיץ ולסמוך על שיטותיו של נעם.En: She knew it was necessary to take a bold step and trust Noam's methods.He: בעוד ימים ספורים היא הצליחה לשכנע הורים נוספים ולהקים מימון כדי לשמור על הפרויקט החינוכי החדשני של נעם.En: In a matter of days, she managed to convince more parents and establish funding to maintain Noam's innovative educational project.He: נעם הרגיש לראשונה ביטחון בכישוריו כמורה בעוד שמרים הרגישה תחושת הקלה מפתיעה.En: @Noam felt confidence in his teaching skills for the first time, while Miriam experienced a surprising sense of relief.He: יובל הראה סקרנות מחודשת בלמידה, וכך, ביחד, הם מצאו מסלול חדש לחינוך, חינוך של שמחה, אור וחנוכה.En: Yuval showed renewed curiosity in learning, and together, they found a new path to education, an education of joy, light, and Hanukkah. Vocabulary Words:abandoned: נטושilluminated: מאירותhesitant: מהססתinnovative: חדשניunconventional: לא קונבנציונליchallenge: אתגרcreativity: יצירתיותglowed: התחדששmesmerized: מרותקpossibility: אפשרותbold: אמיץfunding: מימוןeducational: חינוכיconfidence: ביטחוןrelief: הקלהcuriosity: סקרנותneglect: הזנחהtrust: לסמוךexciting: מרגשתestablish: להקיםmaintain: לשמורprofound: עמוקwindows: חלונותelectronic: אלקטרוניentrance: כניסהsmile: חיוךamazement: הפתעהsunset: שוקעתwarehouse: מחסןmethod: שיטהBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

When an early educator spends half their day on essential care routines—diapering, feeding, and settling for naps—how can we logically separate the concepts of 'education' and 'care'? We can't. Host Alexandra Dutton and Sue Britson welcome author Carol Garboden Murray to discuss her influential book, Illuminating Care. Murray makes a powerful case for valuing the interwoven nature of care and learning in the early years. Tune in for a vital discussion with seasoned experts who expose the deep-rooted reasons why early education remains critically undervalued in our society. Read Carol's book: https://www.carolgarbodenmurray.com/illuminating-care.html The article by Gloria Kim quoted in the beginning of the podcast: https://edsource.org/2025/early-childhood-educators-undervalued/743048

ILLUMINATING WORLDVIEWS on The Art That Reclaims Us S1:4In this resounding end to our Illuminating Worldviews series, Ayana speaks with artists Dr. Aubyn O'Grady and Jackie Olson about collective art and creative processes. Aubyn and Jackie share about their work on The Willow Basket Project at the Yukon School of Visual Arts and explore the ways that art can root us in place, support mining reclamation work, and even build bridges with unlikely allies.Through this project, they invite dialogue between artists, miners, and community members, reimagining mined landscapes as spaces of regeneration and cultural reconnection. This episode serves as a homage to how creative work can support healing for the land and open new pathways of relationship and understanding. As we conclude this series, we sit in deep gratitude for the land that made this series possible and for all of the guests, community members, and team members with Illuminating Worldviews who brought it to life. This episode, and the series as whole, stand as a testament to the importance of this vital collective work.  Learn more at https://forthewild.world.CreditsThis series was produced thanks to the generous support of the team at Illuminating Worldviews, held by the RIVER collective and Northern Council for Global Cooperation.♫  The music from this episode is “After the Rain” by Cole Pulice courtesy of Leaving Records, “So Long Favorite” by Chaz Prymek, and “Spinning Sphere” by Lior Holzman.This episode was created by Ayana Young, Erica Ekrem, Julia Jackson, and Victoria Pham.Support the show

Audiobook- One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich   This 72 minute audiobook excerpt serves to introduce the listener to this fine book. Purchase the book from Amazon or Audible. Highly recommended by ACU.   In the madness of World War II, a dutiful Russian soldier is wrongfully convicted of treason and sentenced to ten years in a Siberian labor camp. So begins this masterpiece of modern Russian fiction, a harrowing account of a man who has conceded to all things evil with dignity and strength. First published in 1962, it is considered one of the most significant works ever to emerge from Soviet Russia. Illuminating a dark chapter in Russian history, Ivan Denisovich is at once a graphic picture of work camp life and a moving tribute to man's will to prevail over relentless dehumanization.

ILLUMINATING WORLDVIEWS on AI and Courting the Otherwise S1:3How might we face the end? Continuing our Illuminating Worldviews series, Vanessa Andreotti and Ayana delve into questions of what it means to live well during this fractured end of modernity. How can we best visualize the systems that have brought us to this point, and how might we bring ourselves out of them? Speaking to the complexity of birth and death in this moment, Vanessa sheds light on what she calls hospicing modernity – the act of bearing witness to a system that is unraveling. Vanessa and Ayana then explore the tools that may accompany us on our way towards existing differently. From efforts of grounding, to AI, to relationality, they consider how we may grow to think and move into the beyond. We have been conditioned to forget our belonging to Earth, to one another, to death itself. What thread might pull us back together? Learn more at https://forthewild.world.CreditsThis series was produced thanks to the generous support of the team at Illuminating Worldviews, held by the RIVER collective and Northern Council for Global Cooperation.The music from this episode is “After the Rain” and “In a Hidden Nook Between Worlds I” by Cole Pulice courtesy of Leaving Records and “I Believe in Being Ready” by Rising Appalachia.This episode was created by Ayana Young, Erica Ekrem, Julia Jackson, and Victoria Pham.Support the show

Illuminating different ways to free the mind, Joseph Goldstein integrates relative and ultimate truth, revealing the emptiness of thoughts.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/insighthour and get on your way to being your best selfThis time on Insight Hour, Joseph Goldstein discussesIntegrating the elements of both relative and ultimate truth in our livesThe natural compassion that emerges when we let go of self-identificationWhy our perception of reality isn't always reliable or accurateOur attachment to the pleasant and aversion to the unpleasant Considering if the mind can remain unafflicted while the body is sufferingShifting awareness from what we want to how the wanting mind feelsOur capability to train the mind in a way that leads to greater freedomLetting thoughts arise without interference or judgment Developing nonreactivity through seeing how quickly thoughts arise and passRealizing that the past and future are only constructs of the mindThis talk was originally published on Dharmaseed“Our only experience of the past and future is as a thought in the mind. This is tremendously liberating to see because most of us carry the concepts of the past and future as a huge burden in our lives. All the worries, anxieties, hopes, fears—all of those are arising because we're not seeing that they're just concepts.” –Joseph Goldstein See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Continuing our Illuminating Worldviews series, we hear from X̱ʼunei Lance Twitchell in conversation with Guná Jensen exploring the vital work of Tlingít language revitalization. Together, they reflect on the deep emotional resonance of speaking in one's ancestral language, and how this practice opens an anti-colonial lens in which to see and feel the world. Set within the lands of the Yukon, this episode is a moving tribute to the power and significance of Indigenous language learning that honors the autonomy, expression, and sense of belonging it nurtures within the community. This episode includes an excerpt from the premiere of the powerful short film The River That Untangles One's Mind by Skaydu.û Jules, Guná Jensen, and X̱'unei Lance Twitchell, produced by Douglas Joe/Creative Crow Media. Learn more at https://forthewild.world.CreditsThis series was produced thanks to the generous support of the team at Illuminating Worldviews, held by the RIVER collective and Northern Council for Global Cooperation.The music from this episode is “After the Rain” by Cole Pulice courtesy of Leaving Records, “Apple with Honey” by Cory Feder, and “Oro” and “ Voces que Ven” by Palo-Mah.This episode was created by Ayana Young, Erica Ekrem, Julia Jackson, and Victoria Pham.Support the show