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Senator Mark Pody On Gov. Lee's Letter About Bill Limiting The Governor's "Emergency Powers," Illegal Immigration In Our State, His Biggest Disappointment This Session & More!*A Tennessee Conservative News interview conducted by our on-site reporter, Adelia Kirchner.

Former Czech President Václav Klaus joins the Center for Immigration Studies podcast to discuss migration, national identity, and the importance of the nation-state. An economist and longtime advocate for national sovereignty, President Klaus challenges prevailing European views on immigration, multiculturalism, and the European Union. Key highlights: Reconciling free market economics with the necessity of limited […]

Former Czech President Václav Klaus joins the Center for Immigration Studies podcast to discuss migration, national identity, and the importance of the nation-state. An economist and longtime advocate for national sovereignty, President Klaus challenges prevailing European views on immigration, multiculturalism, and the European Union.Key highlights:Reconciling free market economics with the necessity of limited immigration and secure borders.Differentiating between individual migration and mass migration.Arguing that low birthrates do not justify increased migration.Explaining mass migration as being demand-driven, caused by politics and social policies.Critiquing labor importation as a policy failure that undermines citizens' motivation to work.Emphasizing the importance of national borders and criticizing the Schengen Agreement.Distinguishing between migrants and legitimate refugees as opposed to distinguishing between legal and illegal migrants.HostMark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies.GuestFormer Czech President Václav KlausRelated"Europe All Inclusive: Understanding the Current Migration Crisis"Václav Klaus' personal websiteIntro MontageVoices in the opening montage:Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference.Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad.President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act.Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech.Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977.Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview.Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview.House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019.Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance.Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor.Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 347 - Deer vs Gear - Michigan Great Outdoors  - Jayce Ostrowski Summary In this episode of the Bow Hunter Chronicles Podcast, Adam Miller interviews Jayce Ostrowski, who shares his journey from a Polish heritage to becoming an avid hunter in Michigan. Jayce discusses his early experiences with hunting, the influence of his uncles, and the transition from hunting small deer to targeting bigger ones. He emphasizes the importance of gear, the evolution of hunting techniques, and the camaraderie that comes with deer camp. Takeaways Jace's Polish heritage influenced his passion for hunting. Growing up with uncles instilled a love for deer hunting. First experiences in the woods created a lifelong passion. Transitioning to bow hunting opened new challenges. Targeting bigger deer requires a shift in mindset and technique. The importance of gear in enhancing hunting success. Camaraderie at deer camp is a cherished aspect of hunting. Mobile hunting techniques can lead to better encounters with deer. Investing in quality gear can improve hunting experiences. Staying warm and comfortable is crucial for successful hunts. There's a lot of parallels in hunting gear evolution. Layering systems have revolutionized comfort in the field. Finding the right setup is crucial for hunting success. Efficiency in gear management enhances hunting performance. The importance of practicing with your gear cannot be overstated. Investing in quality gear can change your hunting experience. Understanding your own comfort and needs is key to success. The future of hunting gear lies in innovative materials and designs. Saddle hunting has gained popularity for its versatility. Limiting gear can help focus on the hunt itself. Technology is changing the way we hunt, but it can detract from the experience. Hunting traditions, like deer camp, create lasting memories and camaraderie. Michigan's hunting regulations need to adapt to improve deer populations. There's a cultural shift towards trophy hunting that may overlook the joy of the hunt. Shooting does is essential for a balanced deer population and should be encouraged. Personal experiences in hunting shape our perspectives on what is important. The decline in new hunters is a concern for the future of hunting. Fitness and health can significantly enhance the hunting experience. Crossbows have a place in hunting, but their use should be considered carefully. Engaging with the hunting community can foster better practices and education. https://youtu.be/XhHE9hyW1U4?si=YwMzRtMm0gojV9gZ https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.coms https://www.zingerfletches.com https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.lucky-buck.com https://www.bigshottargets.com  https://genesis3dprinting.com https://vitalizeseed.com https://waypointtv.com/#podcast  If you like what we are doing and want to see more, please consider checking out our Patreon account. Any funds generated through our Patreon account are funneled right back into the podcast to help fund equipment, hosting fees and gear for reviews and giveaways and as always future hunts.  http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon   http://bit.ly/BowhunterChroniclesPodcas https://huntworthgear.com/?utm_source=Pro+Staff&utm_medium=Direct+Link&utm_campaign=Preseason+Sale Keywords hunting, gear, bow hunting, Polish heritage, deer hunting, Michigan outdoors, hunting traditions, hunting stories, mobile hunting, hunting gear, hunting gear, layering systems, mobile hunting, deer hunting, outdoor gear, hunting efficiency, saddle hunting, gear reviews, hunting strategies, hunting technology, hunting, technology, deer camp, Michigan regulations, hunting culture, outdoor experiences, hunting traditions, deer hunting, crossbow hunting, hunting fitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Retire with Style, Wade Pfau and Alex Murguia sit down with Dr. Daniel Crosby, a leading voice in behavioral finance, to unpack the psychological side of investing in today's volatile markets. Together, they examine how market swings and media noise shape investor behavior—and why having a thoughtful media diet and disciplined decision-making framework is more important than ever. This conversation lays the foundation for next week's episode, where the discussion will shift toward deeper questions of wealth and meaning. Listen now to learn more! Takeaways Market volatility can trigger anxiety—even among professionals. It's normal to feel fear during downturns, but those emotions don't have to drive your decisions. Limiting exposure to financial news may help you stay focused and make better choices. Recognizing the incentives behind financial media can help you consume it more critically. More information isn't always better—clarity often comes from less, not more. Patience matters. Reminding yourself that “this too shall pass” can be grounding. Uncertainty often causes more stress than bad news itself. Taking time to reflect before acting can lead to better financial outcomes. We tend to give others better advice than we give ourselves—pause and consider what you'd tell a friend. Automation and structured plans are powerful tools to reduce emotional decision-making. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Behavioral Finance and Market Volatility 02:56 Understanding Market Reactions and Investor Psychology 06:01 The Impact of Media on Financial Decision Making 08:47 Navigating Uncertainty in Financial Markets 12:05 The Importance of Patience and Discipline in Investing 15:03 Frameworks for Better Financial Decision Making 17:55 Conclusion and Transition to The Soul of Wealth Links Click here to watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6pMFE_-u0YM The Retirement Planning Guidebook: 2nd Edition has just been updated for 2025! Visit your preferred book retailer or simply click here to order your copy today: https://www.wadepfau.com/books/ This episode is sponsored by McLean Asset Management. Visit https://www.mcleanam.com/retirement-income-planning-llm/ to download McLean's free eBook, “Retirement Income Planning”

This week, Mike and Laureen debate whether the U.S. government has the authority to deport visa or green card holders for anti-Israel or antisemitic remarks, or for supporting Hamas. Additionally, former CIA Political Analyst Brad Gordon discusses efforts by the U.S. and Israel to curb Iran's nuclear capabilities. Thank you for listening, subscribing and sharing the Third Opinion Podcast!

The U.S. and Iran meet for nuclear talks, cracking down on junk food, and listening for healthy soil. Plus, Brad Littlejohn on demographic decline, unwelcome guests in the press gallery, and the Tuesday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Pensacola Christian College. Academic excellence, biblical worldview, affordable cost. go.pcci.edu/worldAnd from Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs explore financing options that align with their values. More at ambassadorsimpact.com

The guys begin the second hour of the show reacting to the news that the Pistons will be limiting their tickets to anyone who is not within a certain distance from Detroit. They do a part 2 of the "Mock Draft Mania" from earlier before discussing the news that Colorado football will retire the numbers of Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders.

In this inspiring episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik speaks with Coach Michael Lowman—an acclaimed speaker and mindset mentor trained by legends like Bob Proctor and Les Brown. Michael shares his gripping journey of losing his eyesight at the peak of his career and how he turned that life-altering challenge into a powerful transformation. This episode dives deep into personal growth, breaking limiting beliefs, upgrading your self-image, and the spiritual and mental tools needed to rebuild your life from the inside out. About the Guest: Michael Lowman is a mindset transformation coach, speaker, and resilience expert who helps people turn breakdowns into breakthroughs. Despite losing his eyesight, Michael used spiritual alignment, visualization, and self-image mastery to rebuild his life. His story is a beacon of hope for anyone facing adversity. Key Takeaways: True health begins with a healthy mindset and self-awareness. Limiting beliefs often operate subconsciously—awareness is the first step to breaking free. Your self-image determines your results; upgrade it to upgrade your life. Visualization and affirmations can help overcome addiction, trauma, and doubt. Success is not about achieving goals but becoming the person who naturally attracts them. Connect with Michael Lowman: LinkedIn:Coach Michael Lowman TikTok: @coachmichaellowman Instagram: @officialmichaellowmanMention Healthy Mind, Healthy Life to receive Michael's $500 training on the 6 higher mental faculties—free for listeners!   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PodMatchDM Me Here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avikSubscribe To Newsletter:https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/Join Community:https://nas.io/healthymind   Stay Tuned And Follow Us!YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/Threads:https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.clubFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #mindsetcoaching #selfimage #resilience

There are some prospective clients who, no matter how much they trust or value you, will never work with you.  And it's not because of you, it's because of them. They have certain limiting beliefs that will stop them from working with a financial advisor—no matter how much they can gain from working with you.  But there is a solution to this problem:  Limiting beliefs often disguise themselves as objections. By knowing about these objections and actively dispelling them through your marketing, not only will your calendar fill up with high-quality prospects, but you'll transform most of them into clients too.  In today's show, you'll discover the 7 most common limiting beliefs prospective clients have about working with a financial advisor—and I'll show you how to conquer each one in your marketing.  Listen now. Show highlights include: The deadliest marketing mistake you can make that frightens away prospective clients who trust you the most (0:40)  How to overcome the biggest stumbling block prospective clients will encounter before it snatches a new client out of your hands (1:16)  The “Planet Fitness” secret for conquering prospective clients burdened by financial shame (9:29) Adding these few lines to your next email might just flood you with new appointments (10:13)  Since you listen to this podcast, I want to give you a gift:  If you subscribe to the Inner Circle Newsletter, I'll send you a collection of seven “objection busting” and copyright free emails, personally written by me, that you can use right away to begin getting more clients. Sign up here: https://TheAdvisorCoach.com/Coaching. Then, let me know you subscribed, and I will reply back with a link where you can download them for free.   

You're doing everything right — chasing your goals, building the life you dreamed of, maybe even raising a family along the way. So why does it still feel like you're falling short?In this episode, I sit down with Jacqui Kingswell, co-founder of the global platform The Pilates Class, to explore the emotional tug-of-war that ambitious women face daily — guilt, burnout, and the pressure to “have it all.” From starting a business during lockdown to navigating motherhood while scaling to 118 countries, Jackie opens up about the hidden cost of doing it all, and how she redefined balance on her own terms.We dive into:

I'd love to hear from you. Send me a text! :)Be honest… have you ever caught yourself shrinking your dreams down to what feels safe or realistic?Do you find yourself thinking, “Well, I better not get my hopes up.” Or, “What if my dreams are too big and they don't come true?”If that's you, you're not alone. When those thoughts come up… you are putting God in a box.In today's episode, we're having a heart-to-heart about the dreams you've tucked away… the ones that feel too big, too bold, or maybe even too impossible.If you've been playing it safe, praying small, or settling for “realistic” please remember we serve a limitless God. And it's time to stop shrinking back and start believing bigger.Go grab a notebook, pen, and your favorite beverage, and let's do this! :) ~ ~ ~

The podcast is a classic Eric Hörst tour de force of climbing wisdom! No matter your ability level, training background, or goals, listening to this episode will challenge your current approach and inspire you to reinvent your training for better results. In this hour-long lecture, Coach Hörst breaks down 10 common training mistakes. Chances are, one, two, or maybe even several of these missteps will hit close to home. But don't get discouraged—get psyched! Identifying these flaws empowers you to train smarter day in and day out, and to course-correct your long-term plan. That's the key to unlocking more effective training—and real gains on the rock! Start your journey toward better training and harder climbing today! RUNDOWN 0:16 - Welcome statement... 0:53 - Eric introduces the powerful topic of correcting common training mistakes. Whether you're current in a serious training block or just doing weekday maintenance training as a tune-up for weekend sending, this is a must-listen episode.  1:50 - Common Mistake #1: Training without a well-designed and personalized plan for improvement. 5:20 - Mistake #2: Copying someone else's training program (aka "copy cat training") 9:30 - Mistake #3: Doing the exact same workout over and over without modification, progression, or deload periods. (aka “Groundhog Day” Training) 16:28 - Mistake #4: Doing little or no sub-maximal climbing (aka always projecting, limit climbing, and "competing with yourself"). Listen to the first in a series of five T4C podcasts on Energy System Training >> 25:15 - Mistake #5: Not doing any generalized aerobic training [Brief Commercial Break] - SAVE 15% on PhysiVantage Nutrition >> (code: PODCAST15) 33:45 - Mistake #6: Doing little or no max-strength finger flexor training 40:37 - Mistake #7: Doing little or no antagonist and stabilizer muscle training 44:45 - Mistake #8: Getting drawn into a serious weight lifting, body building, or cross-fit style program 50:00 - Mistake #9: Ignoring -- and training through -- developing aches and pains Listen to T4C podcast #39 on the "Perfect Storm" for climbing injuries >> 59:00 - Mistake #10: Overeating (or undereating) and failing to provide your body with the energy and building blocks needed to gain strength, endurance, resilience, and recovery faster. 1:09:30 - Eric serves up his final thoughts on how you can use the informtion from this podcast to take your climbing to the next level! 1:10:30 - Eric invites you to sign up to his Training For Climbing Newsletter...for a monthly dose (or two) of training content to your inbox! Go to TrainingForClimbing.com and enter your name and email in the pop up box that appears. Contact Eric on Instagram @eric_horst or @training4climbing -- subscribe to Eric's T4C YouTube channel. *** Save 15% on PhysiVantage Nutrition with checkout code: PODCAST15 *** Support the Training For Climbing podcast sponsor, PhysiVantage. Get 15% off full-priced nutrition for strength gains, endurance, recovery, and injury resistance. Use checkout code: PODCAST15 (North America only). Europe and elsewhere visit EPIC-TV Shop or BananaFingers.com to get your PhysiVantage! PLEASE write a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and SHARE this podcast with a friend! SAVE on La Sportiva shoes here >> Thank you! La Sportiva, Maxim Ropes, DMM Climbing, Friction Labs Music by Misty Murphy Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing Check out Eric's YouTube channel. Follow Eric on Facebook! And on Instagram at: Training4Climbing Copyright 2025 Eric Hörst | Horst Training, LLC.

If you've bounced a payment in your checking account and forked out a 35-dollar overdraft fee, stay tuned -- we have some more bad news for you ...The House voted Wednesday night to overturn regulation from the Biden administration limiting banking overdraft fees to $5. The argument against the regulation was that it stifled competition in banking and would force them to stop offering overdraft protection entirely. We discuss this regulation and how it affects the average Utahn who is living paycheck to paycheck.

Story at-a-glance Spending more than two hours a day watching TV increases your heart disease risk by 12%, even if you have low genetic risk for Type 2 diabetes Limiting television viewing to less than one hour daily cuts heart disease risk, even in people with high genetic risk for Type 2 diabetes, according to new research Each extra hour of daily TV time raises your chances of developing heart disease by 3%, building up dangerous plaque in your arteries over time Watching TV displaces physical activity, encourages junk food and alcohol consumption, and leads to sluggish blood flow and dangerous clot formation Reducing your TV time and moving more helps prevent heart disease, no matter your genetics — sitting less is a simple, powerful daily change

Are you limiting God and what He might be directing you to in your life? Abraham was a man of faith who also listened to God. But the Israelites rescued by God's hand from slavery in Egypt would not listen to God; therefore, God gave them the Mosaic Law. Yes, the Law was Plan B for the Israelites, and it came because the Israelites limited themselves from listening to God! How about believers today…and how about you—are you limiting the voice of God in your life? Join Kevin as we dive in the extraordinary reality of “man limiting the voice of God, then and now!” // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Chelsea Kunz is joined by Shelly Lefkoe, co-founder of the Lefkoe Institute, who shares her transformative approach to eliminating limiting beliefs. They discuss common limiting beliefs, how they are formed, and practical steps to overcome them. Shelly explains the concept of deconstructing childhood beliefs and provides insights into her belief-elimination process. This episode is a deep dive into understanding how our beliefs shape our reality and the importance of questioning and challenging the status quo for a more fulfilling life. Shelly LefkoeEliminate Limiting BeliefsShelly's IGHitting The Wall Book Soul Slumber Party Soul Slumber Party InstagramSoul Slumber Party TikTok Soul Slumber Party FacebookShow Inquiries soulslumberpartypod@gmail.com

The stories you tell yourself shape your decisions, influence your team, and ultimately determine your success. In this episode, leadership expert Michael Hyatt joins Andy Stanley to explore how the hidden narratives we create can either empower or limit our leadership potential. Discover practical steps to identify and rewrite the limiting beliefs holding you back, enhance your self-awareness through intentional self-talk, and foster a culture of ownership and progress in your organization. Change your stories, change your results. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4bZyvAk Episode Highlights: How your brain creates stories—and why some hold you back (3:30) Identifying and overcoming limiting beliefs in leadership (10:40) The power of language to shift your mindset and unlock potential (16:53) Practical exercises to rewrite your leadership narrative (20:50) Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's topic is money objections and how to handle them in your business. This  is a crucial skill that can make or break a sale.  Topics we cover include:  Handling Objections Effectively Objections Are Normal Helping Your Potential Clients Achieve Their Goals    And so much more!    Times to check out: (6:35) Difference between objection and convincing  (12:15) Limiting beliefs and fears (16:20) Rejection and worthiness in your business (20:42) Biggest money objections    FREEBIES: Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide) https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells-fcm     Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy: https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz   WORK WITH MELISSA: Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist! The Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy  The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind: https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind  The Caption Capsule https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule   Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!   Find me on social media for more daily content!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/ Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy  

Spurs bounce back from defeat against Chelsea by relegating Southampton, but we aren't all feeling warm and fuzzy about it. Ahead of the biggest match of the season against Eintracht Frankfurt, we check in on Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham Hotspur. #THFC #COYS #Spurs #Tottenham

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't a lack of strategy or motivation—but a belief you've carried since childhood?In this deeply moving and transformational episode, I sit down with Dima Ghawi, global speaker, award-winning author, and leadership coach, whose story will leave you speechless—and inspired. From escaping death threats and cultural imprisonment to becoming a beacon for leaders and executives around the world, Dima shares how she shattered the “invisible vase” of limiting beliefs and now helps others do the same.We talk about breaking free from internal prisons, finding the courage to lead with authenticity, and how to reignite your inner fire by embracing your story. If you've ever felt stuck, small, or like something invisible is holding you back… this episode is the key you've been looking for.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhat the “invisible vase” is—and how it shapes your leadership and lifeThe hidden cost of unhealed childhood wounds in entrepreneurshipThe power of vision and how to dream again when life has worn you downWhy forgiveness is the most overlooked leadership strategyDima's 5 soul-shifting questions to activate your inner fireHow to rise from the shards and become a “starter dough” for othersKey Takeaways✔️You are not living the life you're meant for until you shatter the invisible vase.✔️Limiting beliefs formed in childhood silently sabotage your business and life.✔️Forgiveness isn't just healing—it's leadership.✔️You don't need to be fearless—you need to be willing.✔️Vision gives you direction, even if all you have is 5 minutes of energy.✔️Courage is not confidence—it's a choiceless choice you lean into daily.✔️You already have the wild element within—you just need to rise.Timestamps[00:00] – Welcome and intro to Dima's story of courage and transformation[03:00] – What is the invisible vase and how it holds us back[06:00] – The hidden voice in leaders that sabotages decisions[10:00] – Dima's upbringing in Jordan and the roots of cultural limitations[13:00] – Escaping abuse, isolation, and creating a new life in the U.S.[18:00] – Surviving, rebuilding, and discovering the power of choice[24:00] – Redefining courage: it's not about fearlessness[29:00] – The role of vision in creating a purpose-driven life[37:00] – The vase as a metaphor for internalized expectations[41:00] – The 5 questions to activate your inner fire[50:00] – Why forgiveness is your key to freedom[56:00] – Becoming the “starter dough” that helps others rise[59:00] – Final words of wisdom and how to start shattering your vase todayChoose Your Next StepsJournal your answers to Dima's 5 reflection questions:What ingredients help you rise?Who do you need to bring on the journey?What is your current vision?What knuckles are holding you down?Who can you be a starter dough for?Choose one limiting belief and rewrite it into a powerful truth.DM me or Dima on Instagram and share your biggest takeaway.Connect with Dima GhawiInstagram: @dima.ghawiWebsite: www.dimaghawi.comBook: Breaking Vases – Grab it hereJoin The Alliance – My exclusive Relationship Beats Algorithms communityPrivate Coaching – Ready to scale with alignment? Apply to work with me

Stop letting the comparison trap steal your joy and sabotage your goals!   If you constantly compare yourself to others (especially online) and struggle with self-doubt, this episode is for you. Learn powerful, actionable strategies to break free, boost your mental health, and refocus on your unique personal development journey.   In this episode of the Rich Mind Podcast, Randy and Greg dive deep into:   What the Comparison Trap REALLY Is: Understanding why we compare ourselves (often upwards!) and how it impacts our mindset. The "Back Stage vs. Front Stage" Illusion: Why comparing your reality to someone else's curated social media feed is hurting your mental health. Flipping the Script: How to use comparison for inspiration and motivation, seeing others' success as proof of possibility, not a reason for self-doubt. Overcoming "I Don't Know How": Breaking through the paralysis that comparison can create when you feel inadequate or lack knowledge. Actionable Strategies You Can Use TODAY: Practicing gratitude to shift focus to your own wins. Limiting negative social media exposure. Comparing yourself constructively (only "one step ahead"). Focusing on YOUR personal journey and self-improvement. Randy's unique "Mental Box" technique for managing triggers!   If you're ready to stop the endless comparison cycle, build genuine confidence, and accelerate your self-improvement, this discussion offers the insights and motivation you need.   Connect with us: Website: https://www.richmind.co Email: info@richmind.co   Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more insights on Mindset, Personal Development, and Achieving your Goals!   #ComparisonTrap #StopComparing #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #Mindset #Motivation #MentalHealth #SelfDoubt #Gratitude #Confidence #RichMind #RichMindPodcast #Podcast

The last days before the Great Hunt.Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels.“Can the scorpion ever stop being a scorpion? “"Do we get our legally permitted weaponry back?" The bishop still held my hand."Sure. If it makes you feel better.""I would like to meet your people then," he gave my paw one last shake then released me. "Shall we go?""I will have someone take you to your car. I want to briefly meet with the President, of Havenstone, then I'll join you in the garage. We'll drive over to JIKIT and I'll make the introductions. Good enough?""That is acceptable," he nodded."What about you two?" I regarded the nun and the Swiss Super-soldier. The nun remained vigilant, and silent. The Swiss' eyes flickered to his boss before settling back on me."It is what I volunteered for," he stated firmly."Okay. Please never say I didn't give you a chance to take the sane way out. Also, Bishop Nicolö, circumstances have conspired to up my prospective wedding date to January 1st.""That will be more difficult. Why the change?" he remained grim."We are having twins. By March, this will be very visible.""That is, unfortunate," he shook his head."You have no idea," and then a brainstorm. "And I am curious about resurrecting the Order of the Dragon, the Societas Draconistarum." Technically that meant 'Society of the Dragonists' which was more appropriate than the literal Ordo Draconis."Precisely how do you plan to recreate a crusading Christian Order which was the purview of the Hungarian monarchs?" he didn't sound the least skeptical, just curious."I have billions of euros to fund such a thing," I winked. "Of far greater critical importance, I know where I can find the supernatural guidance and spiritual imperative for such an organization.""You are going to produce a dragon?" his eyes grew larger even as he fought down his fear. Good man. He was adaptive. He'd need to be."I never said such a thing. That would make me sound crazy," I smiled broadly. "Besides, when I say 'dragon', you think 'devil' and that's way too pedestrian for where we are going.""I am not a moral relativist.""Neither am I. I'm out to save lives and nurture the drive in the human spirit to reach for freedom, love and liberty. As you might imagine, I'm pretty freaking outnumbered.""I think you are crazy," he re-evaluated things."I just might be. In all honesty, you should back out now. Take your two compadres back to 25 East 39th Street (the Holy See's Permanent Observer Offices to the UN in NYC) and report 'Mission Failure'. You'll most likely live longer," I reasoned."I am not afraid to die," Sister Rafaela Sophia finally voiced an opinion."That's idiotic," I scoffed before the bishop could reprimand her for opening her mouth. "You should be.""My soul is in God's hands," she set her jaw."Does he talk to you?" I countered."His message is clear.""Not what I asked. I asked if he specifically directed you to toss your life fruitlessly away as an object lesson for the reckless, or careless?""This is uncalled for," Nicolö intervened."Nope. I bet you a phone call to my Brother to physically restore your bishopric that there are four people in this room who have murdered in cold blood," I kept eye contact with the nun, "and she's the odd one out. Right Juanita?""Yes, Ishara," Juanita slipped up. Her spycraft, like mine, needed work."You were in the military?" the bishop asked my bodyguard."Was? I am. Right now," she related. "I will be until I die."That earned me looks from the three Catholics."She is loyal," Nicolö nodded slightly toward her, referring to Juanita's declaration."Huh? To me? Nope. She's loyal to my office, which we shan't get into right now. Back to you, Sister Rafaela Sophia. Are you out to be a martyr, or has some saint, or angel, given you a directive the other two seem to be unaware of which causes you to devalue your life?""I am devoted to the One True God, Christ, our Savior," and Juanita snorted, "and the Virgin Mary," the nun stated firmly. "I don't hear voices in my head.""Juanita, that was rude. Apologize to our guest," I kept looking forward."No." Well, fuck you too."Gun," I commanded. I held out my left hand."What? No. I will not give you one of my guns," she resisted."Juanita, give me your primary weapon, or I will ask Pamela to beat you up the moment I depart for the Great Hunt. After yesterday's stunt, you know she will," I threatened. Fair, I was not. She drew a Glock-20 and handed it to me. I went through the routine, dropped the magazine then ejected the round before opening the door.Oh look, there were four SD chicks outside, ready to escort my visitors downstairs. I didn't even need to waste a phone call. It wasn't like the conference room wasn't being monitored."Excuse me," I took a half step out the door then hurled all three items down the hall. Looking back at Juanita. "Go fetch.""Fuck you," she snapped."And insulting her faith was as degrading to both her faith and her as me doing this to you is degrading to you right now," I lectured her. "It is important to her, therefore it is important to me because she is my guest in the same way it is important to me that I let my bodyguard do her job without being a total asshole all the time. Now go get your God-damn weapon," I barked. Off she went. I left the door open."Now Sister Rafaela Sophia, the point of all this is: I don't give a crap if you are willing to die for God. In fact, that makes you less than worthless to me and the team. I want to know if you are willing to put other motherfuckers in the ground so that Bishop Nicolá, or Mathias, might get to keep doing their jobs.""Murder is a sin," she declared."Go home," I sighed while shaking my head."She answers to me, the Church and God, not you, Mr. Nyilas," the bishop stepped forward."Then you can go home too," I shrugged. "I'm not asking for remorseless killers. I'm asking for people willing to kill to get the hard work done and best of all, for people who know the difference.""Everyone on JIKIT is a professional soldier, or killer?" he asked."No, but the ones who aren't don't carry guns and know to get down when things get funky," I bantered."I vouch for her," he insisted. Juanita came running back into the room."Cool beans. I don't know you either.""You apparently know my service history," he volleyed."Yeah. Ten years a foreigner in the service of France, then you went straight into a university which turns out Jesuits," I riposted."What turned your life around?" he evaded. That was okay. I'd gotten what I wanted. I was willing to bet he had read every bit of public information about me and it was rumored the heavy Catholic membership in the FBI had its benefits to the Church as well. Not so much as to give them insight into JIKIT, but,"Someone risked their life for me. It's been pretty much downhill from there," I confessed. It was the truth. After Katrina gave me the life line on Day Two, it had all spiraled to the revelation of my heritage, Dad's death, Summer Camp, the Hamptons, Romania and Aya's kidnapping."A person, a soldier, died saving my life," the bishop empathized. "Her story is similar. She seeks redemption. She is not suicidal. I am staking both our lives on it."Did he mean him and Mathias, or him and me? I wasn't certain. Still, it was good enough for now. I'd gotten a look at their emotional make up, even the relatively quiet Swiss."Very well," I agreed. "I have to go see the President about my new job description. I'll catch up with you at your car." To the SD team leader, "Take them to the garage. I will join the group of you very soon.""Yes Ishara," she nodded. I exited the room, Juanita in tow. Two SD entered. I was gone before the Papal team left. Upstairs we went, with one last chore to discharge. I had to check on Ms. French to be absolutely freaking sure it was Shawnee, because anyone else would spell disaster.{8:30 am, Monday, September 8th. Last day}A Room full of asistants:Well, there it was, the office of the Executive Director to the President, and not 'Executive Assistant', because this was Katrina's final 'fuck you, no, just her final 'fuck you' before the Great Hunt got underway. I shouldn't assume things, dang it!Anyway, according to the gray-haired matron running gatekeeper to the Office of the President, this was where I was supposed to show up. I shot Juanita a worried look. She glanced my way and shrugged, momentarily willing to not give me shit about the past 24 hours because where I was situated would determine how easily she could do her job.In we went. In the suite were three desks, the 'big' desk situated at the far end of the office space and two far more modest ones on either side of the entryway. The room expanded beyond the chokepoint formed by the two closest desks into a cluttered area. The walls were cluttered with inset bookshelves and portraits of women. Facing one another were a loveseat on my left with bookend plush chairs in an 'L' facing and a full sofa on the right. There were end tables at the ends of the sofa and the corners between the loveseat and each chair.As the door opened, I hadn't knock as this was my office, or so it seemed, the occupants, who had all been sitting in quiet conversation in the central section, began reacting. Oh look ~ Constanza! I nearly had a heart attack before I realized there were three other Amazons also in the room. Sadly, none were behind the 'big desk', so I couldn't tell who was in charge. Two of the other three choices weren't too much better. First off,"Ishara," Marilynn Saint John stood to greet me. I'd last seen her when I'd dedicated her grandmother's (Hayden's) spirit to the halls of my ancestors, not hers, after forcing the political crisis leading to Hayden's suicide ~ her taking herself to the cliffs and in doing so, destroying the Amazon Cult of Blood Purity. Marilynne was clearly still bitter with me. Umm, I could still incite passion in women I hadn't slept with, yet, woot?"Cáel," the senior-most and only friendly face in the room spoke next. Thank goodness it was Beyoncé Vincennes, Head of House Hanwasuit and House Ishara ally."Cáel Ishara," the third individual was deferential which I wasn't sure how to take as the last time I'd encountered her, yeah, things hadn't gone well either."Beyoncé," I started off with a smile. From there, I had to figure out, ah, Beyoncé's eyes flickered to Constanza then Sabia. I knew Marilynn, with her young age, had the least seniority, "Constanza, Sabia, Marilynn. How's tricks?"Glum faces by everyone except Beyoncé. I didn't ask about Sabia's particular well-being. It had been months since I'd beaten her into the mats of the Full-blooded gym. She'd attacked Yasmin, the Brazilian Hottie and my Brazilian Jujutsu sparring buddy, and I'd retaliated by ambushed her when she turned her back on us. Besides, she'd been giving me shit before I even could see straight.Constanza was minus her left eye because of her dire insult to me. If she wasn't capable of working, she wouldn't be here. If she appreciated my 'mercy' in sparing her life ~ her insult was worthy of her death ~ Constanza hid it well. I hadn't spared her expecting a change of heart. I hadn't felt words alone warranted anyone's death. I was a big boy and could take a few insults. House Ishara, as represented by me, could care less. These days, my sisters would be less understanding despite them knowing my heart."Constanza Landau of House Jaya and Marilynn Saint John of House Anahit are Assistants to President Shawnee French," Beyoncé eased things along, "so will be working closely with us, at least for the short term. Sabia Noel of House Guabancex, who I now think you know as well, has joined you as the other 'Assistant' to the 'Executive Director to the President', (that would make me an 'adept', but adept at what?), and since two of the three Regents are unfamiliar with the workings of Havenstone proper, Shawnee has asked me to perform in that role."Beyoncé was, or had been, Havenstone HQ's CFO (Chief Financial Officer). From what I was quickly piecing together, she would essentially be making all the day-to-day decisions concerning the running of Havenstone (how the Host made the majority of its money) until the Regents got up to speed.Only Buffy had actual experience with the New York office and, from what she had told me, solely within Executive Services. While ES knew 'who' did what inside Havenstone, they weren't aware precisely how those Amazons got their jobs done. That would have been an impossible task. Katrina could do it, but she knew it was beyond the ability of most of us 'mere mortals'. Since we were currently at war, the Host needed Katrina completely focused on her duties as Chief Spy-mistress, not baby-sitting the adults.Shawnee indeed had much gravitas among the other House Heads. Not only had she risen up to lead a First House, she had performed heroically during the final days of the last Secret War. Afterwards she had moved into the realm of Amazon jurisprudence and mediation. Until yesterday, she had lived in a House Arinniti freehold in Minnesota's Great Lakes region thus her desire for the 'Training Wheels' period.The Regency would not rule through telecommunication (the upper echelons feared being eavesdropped upon beyond the standard Amazon (read: paranoid) levels) and Havenstone: New York was the center best situated for the current war-fighting operations, so here she lived. I was sure a team from Executive Services was buying, outfitting/spy-proofing and fortifying a dwelling suitable for the President of a Fortune 500 company. Hayden's home would remain the domicile of Sydney thus Marilynn.The same rigmarole would be done for Rhada and Buffy (though I imaged Buffy would bitch endlessly). Publically, they were VP's of a company worth hundreds of billions of dollars and they had to present the public trappings of such leaders.Why did the Amazons do this ~ unmask their leadership to public exposure? Legal-simple: they could request and expect all levels of public and private security for their executives who happened to also be important officials of the Host. Certainly not all executives at Havenstone were officeholders, House Heads, or House Apprentices, but the high level of competence which permitted one often led to the other.Beyonce:As an example: Beyoncé wasn't the most 'bad-ass' lethal chick in House Hanwasuit. As she was preparing to be casted, her intelligence, creativity and diligence at her future craft, finances, was noted by the Host and the members of her House. In due time her name was circulated as Apprentice and the elders approved. When her elder cousin, the prior House Head, took herself to the cliffs, Beyoncé assumed the top spot. Beyoncé wasn't even one of that woman's three daughters.Mirroring her advancement in her House was her advancement in Havenstone's Accounting, Acquisitions and Banking Divisions until she was appointed CFO Havenstone HQ ~ the supreme financial authority inside Havenstone, though the individual regional branches had a greater degree of autonomy than you might normally expect from a 21st century conglomerate, or a Bronze Age autocracy.I had to constantly remind myself, despite the near-constant feuding, Amazons exhibited a phenomenally higher level of trust than I'd ever found in any other society I'd ever witnessed, or read about, before. Though technically Beyoncé could have gone to President Hayden to enforce her decisions ~ or now the Regency ~ she was far more diplomatic in her approach in dealing with the other 'continental' CEO's and CFO's.That meant she had to wrangle the aspirations and resources from:North America (including Latin America, the 'Canadian Arctic' and the North Pacific Ocean),South America (includes both the South Atlantic and South Pacific as far as Samoa),Europe (mostly Central Europe these days plus Antarctica, the 'Russian' Arctic and the North Atlantic),Africa (mostly West-central Africa),India (the subcontinent plus the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean) and,Southeast Asia (which includes Australia)All of which suggested Havenstone hadn't redrawn the Amazons' geographic demarcations since the late 19th century. As an example, an East African venture, say in Tanzania, was as likely to be under the purview of Havenstone: India (due to its control over the Indian Ocean) as Havenstone: Africa (which traditionally had no East Coast holdings due to their constant struggles versus the Arabic slave trade).Returning to Beyoncé: initially she had held the proper 'conservative' (aka man-hating) mindset. My behavior during that first Board Meeting began to change her opinion of me and the New Directive. After the Archery Range incident, Beyoncé became a vocal proponent of the New Directive and faced challenges within her ranks. House Heads do not have to accept challenges and Beyoncé didn't, reasoning with her detractors they had no alternatives save the 'Old Ways' which spelled doom for the Amazon Race.Bing-bang-boom ~ I became the Head of a resurrected House Ishara by the Will of the Ancestors and Beyoncé was vindicated. Not necessarily in the New Directive, but in her support of me thus the rebirth of a sister First House. The purge following High Priestess' Hayden's death was her ultimate absolution. The Ancestors and Destiny had spoken and shown Beyoncé had been piloting House Hanwasuit along the proper course all along.Back to my current circumstances:Oh, why was I Assistant to the Executive Director to the President? It gave me direct access to the finances of Havenstone which was a critical leg of the war-fighting stool ~ people, morale, money and equipment. As Chief Diplomat, I helped with all four of those in varying degrees, allied troops, allied victories, allied bank accounts and allied armaments.The Great Khan, my spiritual 'Blood-Brother', was ramping up his logistic support for my Amazons in Africa, Asia and the Americas. We were 'Allies in the Struggle' and he wasn't going to wait for the Condottieri to begin coordinating with the Seven Pillars to declare them to be his enemies. They were already fighting the Amazons and 9 Clans, his allies, so their fates were sealed.In Japan, my Amazons provided small yet highly effective strike groups which the Ninja families furnished all the support services for. Everything from food to bullets to medical attention as needed. Without reservation, we shared their death-grapple with the Seven Pillars.From the dispatches I was getting back from my family members and envoys in Japan, we were making serious diplomatic inroads with the Ninja. Once again, it was the Amazons shocking capacity for violence as well as their fanaticism, professionalism and proficiency which all impressed our hosts and terrified our enemies, and this from people of a philosophical mindset which had them historically battling samurai.The Black Lotus were running around like rhesus monkeys on crack cocaine unleashed in a China Shop and given RPG's. While the Amazons couldn't help them in China, Indochina & Thailand ~ the Khanate could and was. The Amazons were of more help in the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia, where the Black Lotus and Amazons were going everywhere on the offensive against the Seven Pillars while the normal tight cohesion and iron-clad confidence, traits which made the 7P's so dangerous ~ were shaken by their horrendous losses in the 'Homeland' aka Mainland China.Less we forget, the 'military intelligence' wing of their organization had been decimated by the Khanate's Anthrax attack due to members of the Earth & Sky sacrificing themselves by being injected with the toxin then allowing themselves to be captured, which always ended in torture and death.Furthermore, the People's Republic of China, while having a scary 18% of the population either captured, imprisoned, dead, or displaced due to the Khanate invasion, that had come with the loss of 63% of their landmass (they had lost all of Nei Mongol, Ningxia & Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Regions, Qinghai and Gansu as well as 90% of Yunnan, 80% of Sichuan and 20% of Shaanxi provinces) to the Khanate and the 'abomination' that was a free Tibet.Then came the Russian 'stab in the back' which entailed the loss of another 10% of their people falling under foreign dominion as well as losing 8% of their most industrialized territory, Manchuria (Heilongjiang, Jilin and Liaoning provinces ~ the Nei Mongol portion of 'Manchuria' was in the Khanate's greedy clutches, from the viewpoint of a Seven P's warrior).Don't get me wrong, they weren't about to throw in the towel. If anything, they were becoming more dedicated to trying harder, digging deep into their knowledge of every atrocity, inhumanity and perversion now deemed necessary to re-chart history back onto its 'correct' path. It was this willingness to act in an even greater sociopathic manner which was being used against them. After all, the 7P's had plenty of proxy allies, who were starting to get really nervous about what their paymasters were now asking them to do,We Amazons were getting some extra special help too. The Booth-gan (Do not call them Thuggee ~ the confederate 9 Clan member based out of India though long since ensconced within various Hindi enclaves across the Globe) had created an all-female group of ultra-fanatical Kali-devotees ~ a gift for the upcoming battle fomented by the Will of the Goddess herself.While Aya was our Queen and the Regency would rule until she wished to assume command of the Amazon People, the nuts-and-bolts of the Host's activities were handled by Saint Marie as Golden Mare (our Minister of War) (technically she held the top spot due to our State of War, though no Golden Mare had ever exercised such authority over a Queen (and she definitely believed Aya was our Queen)), Katrina (as Minister of Intelligence and Security), Beyoncé (as Havenstone (the multinational corporation) ~ our Treasurer/Economic Tsarina) and me (our Foreign Minister).Saint Marie had decided to forgo a public face in order to better facilitate her moving around to various battle fronts and holding clandestine meetings with her junior regional commanders. Her Havenstone corporate title was 'Chief of Security Training and Certification'. As an extra level of deception, the head of Security Services wasn't even a Director-level position, instead being folded into the duties of the Office of the President.To my current circumstances ~ I had been given Constanza's house name which could only mean she wasn't currently assigned to the Security Detail; a fact that couldn't have made her bad attitude any better. Marilynn had completely lost her way as an Amazon when I first met her, burying her pain and confusion in endless partying and intoxicants. I believed only her grandmother's status as High Priestess kept her from the severest of reprimands, or death. I didn't even know what Marilynn's caste was. Sabia,"While I'm sure you are both far more qualified than I, precisely how did you two get these jobs?" I had to ask my two non-coworkers. Constanza glowered. Marilynn flinched."I have an in depth knowledge of Havenstone security procedures and resources," Constanza replied."Shawnee requested me," was Marilynn's comeback. "I also have intimate knowledge of the City of New York and its environs.""Actually, Buffy Ishara recommended you both to Shawnee," Beyoncé corrected their misconceptions. I knew the score. I'd be working intimately with the tight community around the President (Shawnee) and Vice Presidents (Buffy & Rhada). Buffy wanted me to be surrounded by women who hated my guts, so I wouldn't end up boinking them. It rarely worked that way. All too often ladies who hated my still-beating heart ended up punishing me with sex. I wasn't sure why that happened, but it did."Beyoncé, didn't the Chief Diplomat of the Host have her own office? I'm pretty sure Troika had one before her unfortunate collision with Saint Marie," I felt entitled to inquire."Do you feel you've earned that office space?" she riposted."Oh, fuck no!" I waved my hands one over the other to accentuate my denial. "I was just wondering where I could stick Juanita while I'm hanging around, here.""She has the desk right outside the door, Cáel," Beyoncé smiled knowingly. "So there is no way you can sneak past her.""Oh," I grunted. "Buffy again?""No. Pamela Pile put in that particular request.""Oh, Sweet Mother of God, now she is conspiring against me too?""Yes. Some of us realize the greatest hazard to your health is yourself, Ishara," Beyoncé chided me. "We'd like to keep you around, so we listen to those charged with that nigh impossible task.""Is she going to be hanging around the office often?" Constanza asked, either myself, Juanita, or Beyoncé; I wasn't sure. She = Pamela."Please, Constanza," I attempted to intervene, "don't make Pamela kill you. It will upset Mona." Constanza's scowl was accentuated by the eyepatch covering her ruined left socket, the one Pamela had carved out when Constanza had insulted me and House Ishara on our first day of rebirth. I didn't tell Juanita this, because Juanita might just shoot Constanza over the insult before Pamela got a chance to finish the job.The tension was palatable."Mona and I have talked, about Romania, and other things," Constanza grudgingly allowed. It took me a second to realize there was a hidden meaning to what she said. Mona was part of my personal Security Detail bodyguard unit. If she felt Constanza, the woman who had raised her after her birth-mother had died, was a threat to me, she'd feel duty-bound to snuff Constanza first. Amazons were hard-ass bitches alright and I think Mona had made that clear."I hope things can improve between us," I offered to Constanza. "Beyoncé, I just stopped in to say 'hey'. I'm off to JIKIT and I've got three of the Pope's people waiting on me in the garage so,""Vice President Varma requested a moment of your time," Beyoncé smirked. "She is in 2604.""Who?""Vice President Rhada Varma, a moment of your time, alone?" she clarified."Sure thing," I backed out of the office. Once I had some space, I turned to Juanita. "Give me three minutes then bust in and say, I don't know, a tsunami is about to overwhelm the city, or something. Otherwise, I won't get out for at least an hour and I think I've put the Bishop and his people through enough delays as it is.""Are you actually asking me to stop you from having an in-office liaison?" she studied me intently as we walked in the direction of Rhada's office."Yes. It's not likely to happen often, believe me.""Oh, I do, in that you won't ask me to do it often," she grumbled. I'd deal with Juanita's morale problem later. Right now, I had to gird my loins so they wouldn't do anything else with Rhada. I had work to do, damn it!Rhada was sitting at her desk, working on something, stylus raised up so she could chew on the end. Her hair was pulled back in a half-ponytail, the type that captured the rear half of the hair in a ponytail while leaving the front and bangs free to flow down. Rhada's blouse was white & billowy and, as I was soon to discover, her pants were ultra-tight and contour hugging."Mr. Nyilas," she greeted me. "I would like a moment of your time," she relayed what I already knew. She was more than a tad nervous to boot."Vice President Varma," I started off."When in private you may call me Rhada," she interrupted."Rhada, you look more ravishing than ever."That got up her and coming around her desk, which revealed her ultra-tight pants with no sign of her wearing underwear. Yikes! My cock was preparing to do what a cock was meant to do and I just didn't have the time, Really!"Do you have any time?" she let her bosom heave."Not today, ugh," I groaned. See, Rhada took the stylus and dragged it down her chin, throat and in between her bountiful mounds.All of which exposed the top of her black bra."Are you sure, Master?" she enticed me by turning around and then leaning over her desk, point that ass in my direction. My mouth began salivating and my groin ached. I found myself quick-stepping to her and giving those buttocks two firm slaps, one on each cheek."No, damn it, though I'm going to make you pay for this when I get back," I rumbled."Master will make me wait?" she taunted me."That will cost you even more," I growled. "I have business which simply won't wait and here is my captive teasing me with the treasures of her flesh. Bad, war captive," I spanked her yet again, hard. "Bad!" and I spanked her a fourth time. With each beating, Rhada gasped in pain and then exhaled in pleasure."If I've been bad, Master must be extra harsh with me when he returns in triumph from the Great Hunt," she gloated. Rhada had gotten what she wanted, which was another affirmation of my lust for her and our 'game'. I could provide her the release she so desperately craved while allowing her the safety of remaining in the Amazon fold. It was a perfect pairing, for her.I had other problems, such as all the other baby mamas in my life plus the extra-marital affairs I was contemplating. I still took the moments we had to snuggle with Rhada, her grinding that tush into my rod while I held both her arms tightly to her side while raining kisses down onto her neck and head."Sir! A giant tsunami is approaching the city!" Juanita exploded through the door."What?" I coughed. I had a face full of hair."Huh?" Rhada pushed up and away from me. I let her go."Right now," Juanita insisted. She really needed to stop taking me so seriously when I gave her such advice."Really?" from Rhada. She shot me a curious look so I shrugged. What else was I supposed to do with such a flimsy lie forcing our separation? At least I got out of there on time?{9:50 am, Monday, September 8th ~ Last day}(JKIT HQ)"Is this a common occurrence?" Sister Rafaela Sophia whispered to the closest woman, who happened to be Wiesława, the Polish Amazon. Since she hadn't arrived with us from Havenstone, the nun might have assumed she was with the 'Americans', or British."What?" Wiesława responded evenly."Weapons combat, they look real," the nun clarified."They are real. We always practice with real weapons.""Really?""Of course," Wiesława smiled at her. "We believe a few cuts and scrapes now will save lives when the true tests come.""Oh, you are with, Havenstone?" Rafaela clued in."Yes. I am Wiesława of House Živa. I am currently assigned to Unit L, Cáel's unit within JIKIT," she offered her hand to shake. Despite being a full-blooded Amazon from a freehold, her 'human' skills were progressing nicely. The nun shook it."I am Sister Rafaela Sophia of the Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, that is a Roman Catholic Religious Order." Pause. "Do you hate Catholics too?""Yes. We have lived beside your people for many centuries and found your clergy to be much more dangerous than your pagan predecessors. Still, Cáel thinks you can be relied on and he's proven we can trust outsider women, which I was raised to believe was unlikely, and outsider men, which was basically anathema, so I'm willing to set aside my prejudices and judge you as an individual," the Pole imparted."Outsider men?" Rafaela mumbled."Well, yes," Wiesława smirked. "You are a nun, right?""Yes.""So you set aside the World of Men to live mostly among women, right?""Not entirely," the nun chose her words carefully. "We still rely on priests for religious rights and of course obey the life teachings of Christ and follow the leadership of his Holiness, the Pope, a man.""No one is perfect," the Amazon bantered back."Do you know the teachings of our Lord, Jesus Christ?" Rafaela ventured into dangerous waters."Yes. He was the semi-historical Son of your supposed One True God. We are not monotheists. We are Polytheists. Živa is my House's matron Goddess. It is also the name of the first woman to lead the House, her birth name surrendered to Destiny so all the daughters who came afterwards would be equals.""Oh, is Mr. Nyilas also pagan?" she inquired."I am unsure. From what I have been told, he has commended the spirit of his fallen father to your Jesus in a sacred ceremony then, in the presence of your Trinity and the Goddess Ishara, brought in new members to his House. I suspect he may be both," Wiesława reasoned. "Why don't you ask him?""Because he's fighting for his life?" Rafaela looked my way.See, the entire time their discussion had been going on, I had been sparring in a spare room at JIKIT HQ with Estere Abed, the Hashashin assassin (rather redundant ~ like saying the Sahara Desert). I had two tomahawks while she had a scimitar and curved dagger. While we sparred using the furniture as obstacles, Agent-86 was briefing me on various World events to get my input.Addison Stuart (CIA) and Lady Fathom Worthington-Burke (MI-6) were having a chat with Bishop Nicolé de Santis, verifying for themselves he was worth adding to the team. Juanita was having a similar discussion with Rikki Martin (US State Department) concerning my earlier encounter with the Papal team. Nicolé's buddy, Wachtmeister Mathias Bosshart of the Swiss Guard, was getting acquainted with the other security personnel.In comparison, those two had it easy. Both men were in their elements. Nicolé was a spook who pretended to be a diplomat for the Pope and was well acquainted with terms like 'deniable assets', 'plausible deniability' and your direct superior referring to requests concerning your identity/diplomatic status by saying 'I never heard of him and if I had, I have no idea what he was doing when you caught him doing what I don't know what he was doing', or something like that.Mathias was in the company of military-security specialists, brother professionals who were introducing him to his 'sister' professionals. Our Homeland Security gang were almost entirely former military by now. They got along with our JSOC folks and both had gained a limited acceptance with the Amazon security contingent.They bonded over the fact they were forced to work with really shady characters ~ the 9 Clans menagerie ~ who didn't always appreciate JIKIT operational security. Without going into particulars, the Wachtmeister was given the impression the abnormal was the norm and if you didn't think there was a 'down-side' to being able to carry your personally favorite bang-bang (the SG 552-2P Commando in his case) with some serious attachments (read: grenade launcher) around in downtown Manhattan, you probably didn't belong on this team.Back in the room,"He's not fighting for his life," Estere laughed. "He is fighting for mine.""Right," I responded sarcastically. We went through a flurry of exchanges, ending up with me kicking a chair at her. Estere stepped over it, colliding with me.I blocked her dagger, disarmed her scimitar and,"You are dead," she panted down at me, smiling. I was on my back, her straddling me. She had a belt-knife to my throat. I hadn't see her draw it. The scimitar 'disarm' had been a distraction."Woot!" I exhaled."But you're dead," Sister Rafaela misunderstood my good humor."He survived a minute and thirty-four seconds more today than his previous record," Estere responded. She slithered off of me, doing my arousal no good whatsoever, then offered me a hand up."And that's better?""He's a rank amateur with a few months on the job. I've been training to kill people for nearly two decades," Estere smiled. "Care to have a go?""With him, or you?""Either," Estere offered."I don't have a knife, or any hand weapons," she stated."We'll need to remedy that," Wiesława stated. "You should at least carry a knife.""Really? Why?""It is a nearly universal tool," I verbally stepped up. "Even if you are disarmed, you should be able to find one relatively easily, people are less likely to miss a stolen knife than a purloined gun, and a concealed blade could come in handy.""Do you train in knife-work?" Rafaela eye-balled me."Absolutely. It is part of my culture," I grinned."Okay. Can we spar, hand-to-hand?""Sure," I nodded. I put my tomahawks in their harnesses then put my harnesses aside. Estere gave me a wink before giving us the fighting space."So," Rafaela began to circle, "are you Christian?""By your definition, or mine?""By the definition of the Catholic Church."Oh cool, she went for a Savate stance. This was going to get ugly.My "no," was followed by her kick and my block, lunge and grapple. She wasn't nearly as good as Felix. I had her down and in a choke hold within fifteen seconds.Perhaps she thought I'd take it easy on her. She tapped out. I released her, retreated and flowed back to my boxing stance. It took her a moment to realize this was 'practice', not 'an interview'. She hadn't failed in anyone's eyes. We were both doing this to get better."See, I really, truly believe I have talked to supernatural entities ~ some who are considered divinities," I continued. This time she was more careful, trading jabs and blocks with me. "They don't claim to be the One True God. I believe in such a thing, but I also believe having been given the Message, Humanity has been left to muddle things out for ourselves."Whoops, she popped me one."The Woman-Thing this morning?""Yep," I evaded another flurry. She got cocky and I landed three blows, dropping her to the ground. I didn't help her up. Instead, I withdrew and let her get back up on her own before deciding if she wanted to continue. She did."I believe I've seen dragons and ghosts. I have felt legions of my ancestors give me quiet encouragement when I needed it. I know the dead have been brought back to life," I came at her. This time we both went for body blows, knees, elbows and fists. She was not SD-caliber and she needed to be. I grappled and she was forced to tap out again. After she regained her feet, she held up a hand for a pause."Do you believe any of that?" she addressed Estere."I am an adherent of Ismaili Islam yet nothing Cáel has encountered is contrary to my belief system. The Universe is a complex place and the Divine Light is often seen through a fractured lenses," she counseled the nun."Among the escapees were lawyer Francisco Luemba, Catholic Priest Raul Tati, economist Belchior Lanso Tati and former policeman Benjamin Fuca who are serving jail sentences of between three and six years each for supposed links to the rebel group FLEC (Frente para a Libertaé'o do Enclave de Cabinda), which carried out the attack on the Togolese football team at the start of the Africa Cup of Nations in January, 2010," Agent-86 read off yet another bit of global minutia."We need to get to them," I half turned. Sister Rafaela punched me in the gut and I folded up."Oh!" she gasped. "I'm sorry.""Okay," I mumbled. I had to keep with the plan. "Those men. We need to contact our Coils people in Kinshasa and the Warden of the Mountain Ways ('she' was the Amazon Host's leader of Africa ~ in the ancient times, the mountain ways had been the routes of southern vulnerability for the Amazon tribe thus the name).""Okay," both Agent-86 and Estere answered."Why?" 86 added."The Coils and the Host have had a serious problem with no nation in Africa giving them even back room recognition so we are going to take over our own country, Cabinda. It's been struggling to be free of Angola since 1975 and, by latest estimates, we've got strike elements of over 2,000 Amazons ready and waiting next door in Cameroon, Gabon and the Republic of Congo.""So you are going to go to war with Angola?" Estere frowned. "Don't we have enough enemies?""Au contraire," I grinned wickedly. "The resistance movement is genuine," I ticked off my points, "they have tons of offshore oil, and after we set off some spectacular explosions in the two main Angolan ports which are just down the coast, we allow global panic to bully the UN into intervening before the Angolan military launch an effective counter-offensive ~ considering the Angolan Armed Forces (I'd been reading up on a ton of CIA & MI-6 briefings) will most likely involve attrition warfare since they can't beat us in a stand-up fight.""They, the Angolans, have no overland access, they are separated by 60 kilometers of territory belonging to the Democratic Republic of Congo over some sad ass roads Plus the Congo River itself which is freaking huge by the time it gets that close to the Atlantic, Cabinda rests on the Atlantic Ocean by the way. No bridges. The Angolan Navy is anemic. Let me think."I began pacing."Hmm, they have no paratroopers though they have some Special Forces, we will need to hit as many of them in the barracks as we can. Their last invasion was from the north, overland, from the Republic of the Congo, in 1975, not likely to happen this time, though I may have my 'Brother' weasel up a battalion of Indian paratroopers to act as convincing peacekeepers after the initial take over.""Perhaps we can recruit some Vietnamese. I'm sure they'll love fighting in someone else's jungle for a change. We'll need some of 'our' guys to seize the port of Soyo, it is on the wrong side of the river, but has the major refinery the Cabindans will need. Since the entire surrounding province are the same ethnic make-up as the Cabindans, we'll have to take that too.""Man-o-man, I bet by the time this is over they'll really wish they'd given little Cabinda independence back in 1975. As for their other refinery, it is in their capital, Luanda, a few big explosions there too will get the markets jittery. Check that ~ the complete and utter destruction of their major petroleum facility will create a stampede for Peace," I continued. I walked over as our resident computer intelligence genius worked his magic."Blowing things up, you mean killing people," the nun blanched."Yes. This is what I do," I spared her a sympathetic glance. "I've got a madman roaming around in my head who provides me truly epic military advice which normally, but not always, means blowing shit up and killing folks. Welcome to the team," then as the data appeared, "Holy Shit! Did they build their oil refinery in the midst of their ghetto?" I was staggered. The refinery in Soyo was isolated from the town so it could be easily (and safely) seized. It was the one in Luanda which was the 'Holy Shit' site."It looks that way," Agent-86 agreed nonplussed. "Hmm, yeah, here is the port facility then your neighborhood of shoddily constructed one- and two-story dwellings between the refinery and the inland storage tanks, the perimeter barrier appears to be a chain link fence. I'd hate to be their Chief of Security.""Oh yeah," I choked. Estere slipped around to get a look."Whoops," she snorted."What are these people thinking?" I continued. "The whole shebang is exposed to the northern quarter of the city. The storage tanks have residential dwellings on all four sides with numerous side streets. Two teams with RPGs and four rounds apiece, Holy Crap. Sorry Sister.""But I want to save lives," she sputtered."Limiting the collateral damage could be pretty tough," Estere frowned. She toggled throw a series of maps to multiple pictures."Oh, look (dripping sarcasm); they light up the refinery at night. You can sit off the coast in a speed boat under cover of darkness and attack from there," she noted."Damn. Those are a lot of lights," Agent-86 agreed."24-7 operation," I suspected."We will need some experts," the government agent nodded."Or we are going to kill a fuck-load of innocent people. Not just the workers, but can you imagine a fire spreading to those neighborhoods? Shit," I muttered."You can't seriously be contemplating doing something like this," the nun sputtered. "It is inhumane. Think of the families, the children.""Lady, yes I am. Do you have any idea what the Human Rights record of the Angolan Army in Cabinda is? It is truly horrific and in case you missed it, one of the guys in dire need of rescuing by me, due to him being a huge rebel leader who has managed to escape, is also a Catholic priest. He's going to be part of the new government we are going to install once we kill a few hundred Angolans ~ mostly soldiers (more like well over a thousand).""We are going to kill a few hundred so a few hundred thousand can live free, democratic lives without worrying about the local police and political establishment torturing and murdering them. It is all part of the plan.""I think I need to talk with the Bishop.""Hang on. Let me finish," I forestalled her. "He'll get briefed along with everyone else. After all, it is a majority Roman Catholic country as is Angola, so I'm sure your guy can be of immense help.""The people you are putting at risk don't deserve this," she protested."They never do," I nodded in agreement with her. "It rarely stops terrible crap from happening to them though."I felt sorry for the Sister. She thought the Bishop was going to put a stop to this. Poor girl; he was going to do the exact opposite. See, the two competing forces at play here were a communistic kleptocracy (currently ruling Angola) and Catholic liberation theology united with a Cabindan national identity dating back to 1885. At stake was 900,000 barrels a day of petroleum. That was a bunch of funding for somebody. Last I checked, the state run energy conglomerate had misplaced $32 billion, in just three years.Mind you, the Coils of the Serpent and the Amazon Host didn't want to help the People of Cabinda out of the goodness of their hearts either. They wanted cover for the importation of weapons and other war-fighting material so they could kill the Condottieri in Africa. If the rebel leaders-turned-legitimate government didn't play ball well, the Coils were in the 'assassinating people' business and somewhere along the line the survivors would figure out keeping 'us' happy kept them alive. Problem solved.It was Bishop Nicolé de Santis' job to facilitate that understanding. If certain people with Vatican credentials explained the 'facts of life' to the new regime a lot more lives could be saved, Catholic lives. In turn, he could work to make sure the new group in power wasn't nearly as corrupt as the gang we were tossing out. Better education and quality of life, improved infrastructure & security and a nice shiny cathedral, or two.We, as in JIKIT and our component members, didn't want to rule the country and dominate the people's lives. We needed the ports and the airfields with a blind eye turned to our skullduggery. Sure, there would be future considerations. Amazons and Coil members would be fighting and dying for these people's freedom ~ public recognition definitely not required. No; the Amazons wanted to be left alone in their deep jungle homes which was an isolation they basically already had. This was a future chit which said 'don't come looking'.The Coils? Let's just say in the future Cabinda would have embassies around the globe and if occasionally they wanted someone to slip through under diplomatic cover ~ they were good for it. And if the Cabindans ever needed help in the future they knew they had friends in dark places who were now invested in Cabinda's survival. It was a win-win-win, unless you were an Angolan big-wig, or one of their foot-soldier currently serving in Cabinda. Amazons weren't big on taking prisoners, or even giving the opposition the option of giving up.For me, it wasn't lunch yet and here I was plotting to overthrow yet another government in yet another country ~ though in only two, small provinces this time. Thank the Goddess I had the rest of the week

Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call here.Are you making smart financial decisions—or just hopeful ones based on optimism bias?In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast, Kyle Pearce sits down with John De Goey—veteran Canadian portfolio manager and author of Bullshift—to uncover the subtle ways the Canadian financial services industry nudges you toward overconfidence and unrealistic expectations. With over 30 years in the Canadian financial industry, John reveals why many Canadians unknowingly rely on hope rather than strategy when it comes to investing and planning for retirement.Whether you're a high-income earner or business owner wondering if your savings strategy is enough, or someone approaching retirement unsure about your risk profile, this episode delivers clarity. John discusses the difference between risk tolerance and risk capacity, why your investing behavior in a market downturn matters more than you think, and how to avoid the trap of thinking "it won't happen to me." This conversation is especially relevant in today's uncertain Canadian financial markets, where realistic planning—not blind optimism—is your best ally.What you'll learn:Learn how to assess and adjust your financial risk based on your actual capacity, not just your comfort level.Discover why even the most well-written financial plans can fail without behavioral discipline.Get real numbers and strategies for RRSP, TFSA, and advanced savings when income exceeds contribution limits. 

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, Kyle and Matt sit down with Coach Dan Gonzalez—former Texas Longhorn WR and creator of ReadAndShoot.com—for an absolute masterclass in offensive game planning. Coach Gonzalez breaks down his unique "axiom-based" approach to game plans, showing how to streamline your weekly install, maximize practice reps, and make smarter play calls under pressure.Learn how to make each play on your call sheet earn its spot, use your personnel more effectively, and avoid paralysis on game day. Whether you're a high school OC or just a football junkie, this episode is packed with insights you'll use immediately.Like this video if you got valueSubscribe for more film room goldFollow us on Twitter & TikTok: @BoardDrillVisit: www.boarddrill.comTopics covered:The 5 offensive axioms that guide Coach Gonzalez's weekly planOrganizing call sheets based on practice reps and situational dataStubbie coverage beaters and vertical game secretsCreating explosive plays without superstar talentAdvice for young coaches on staff collaboration and cultureTimestamps00:00 - Intro: How Coach Gonzalez joined the pod03:00 - Matt hops on with life updates (wedding + surgery)04:00 - What are “Offensive Axioms”?06:30 - Defining schematic truths in offensive football08:50 - Earning the right to be in the game plan12:00 - Breaking down game situations by frequency16:00 - Data-driven play sheet design18:30 - Limiting reps, maximizing install efficiency21:00 - “Bank” plays and weekly carryovers23:30 - Defending a dominant 3-tech – how to build your plan28:00 - Matching calls to defensive personnel weaknesses32:00 - Bringing staff into the axiom discussion36:00 - Play card layout and focusing under pressure42:00 - Stretch play families + how to layer RPO answers44:30 - Ram reads, QB coaching points, and route tagging48:00 - Getting outside the nickel & leveraging bunch51:00 - Creating high % explosives vs Cover 4/quarters53:15 - Stubby beaters: attacking coverage leverage56:30 - Adjusting vertical route landmarks for better hits59:00 - Wrapping up the plan: balance, intention, and reps1:03:40 - Final reflections on game-day focus1:04:40 - Coach Gonzalez's Mac Brown story & final thoughts1:09:00 - Advice for young coaches on building relationships

A Washington Policy Center column raises concerns about SB 5181, a bill that would reduce parental notification rights in Washington's public schools. The opinion highlights how changes could impact child health and trust between schools and parents. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-bill-limiting-notifications-for-parents-passes-committee/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #parentalnotification #educationpolicy #childhealth #localnews #ClarkCountyWa

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What role do beliefs play in shaping our lives, and how can coaching help us uncover and transform them? In this episode we explore the profound impact of beliefs on our lives and how coaching can guide individuals in uncovering and reshaping them. Beliefs are powerful mental constructs, often mistaken for facts, that act as filters for our experiences. They shape the way we see the world, make decisions, and pursue goals. Through coaching, we help clients bring their unconscious beliefs into awareness, question them, and decide whether they serve their goals or hold them back. We delve into three key lenses for examining beliefs: ability, possibility, and worthiness. These frameworks allow us to identify empowering beliefs that propel individuals forward and limiting beliefs that act as barriers. By working with clients, we unearth hidden beliefs that may appear as unconscious truths but are, in fact, outdated stories from past experiences. A common breakthrough in coaching comes from addressing core beliefs like "I'm not good enough." These deep-rooted beliefs often underpin surface-level limitations and can be transformational when brought to light. Coaching enables clients to explore the origins and intentions of such beliefs, fostering a deeper understanding and a path to creating more empowering alternatives. We also discuss the importance of psychological safety in the coaching relationship. Providing a secure and trusting environment allows clients to explore their beliefs deeply, often resulting in liberating and joyful revelations. Balancing depth with curiosity and lightness, we guide clients through both the emotional and celebratory aspects of belief work. Through this episode, we highlight the interconnectedness of beliefs with values and strengths. Whether identifying empowering beliefs that support clients' goals or challenging limiting ones, belief work lies at the heart of transformational coaching. It's a journey of discovery, growth, and unlocking potential. Key Lessons: Beliefs are dynamic: With conscious effort, they can change and evolve over time. Empowering vs Limiting beliefs: Recognising the difference between beliefs that propel us forward and those that hinder us is vital. Breaking down beliefs: Digging deeper into limiting beliefs often reveals a core belief that needs attention. The role of psychological safety: Building trust within the coaching relationship ensures clients feel secure in exploring and shifting beliefs. Celebrate empowering beliefs: Leveraging existing positive beliefs can be just as impactful as challenging limiting ones. Timestamps: 00:44: Introduction to the importance of beliefs in coaching. 01:13: Exploring beliefs as facts and how they can change. 02:11: Three lenses to view beliefs: ability, possibility, and worthiness. 06:19: Common limiting beliefs, like "I'm not good enough." 07:18: Shifting perspectives with empowering beliefs and evidence gathering. 08:43: Finding root beliefs for transformational coaching sessions. 10:37: Coaching with lightness amidst deep emotional exploration. 17:34: Advanced coaching techniques for belief work. Keywords: Coaching beliefs, Empowering and limiting beliefs, Challenging core beliefs, Transformational coaching, Building psychological safety in coaching, Links: Take the Coaching Course Quiz: www.mycoachingcourse.com Purchase our bestselling book ”Deciding to Coach”: https://amzn.to/3UvUe9r Join The Coaching Crowd Community on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheCoachingCrowd/ In Good Company (UK) https://www.igcompany.co.uk/ Check out our YouTube Channel https://bit.ly/378rY9a  

0:00 2011年英语专业四级听力 听写1:15 2013年英语专业四级听力 听写2:25 2014年英语专业四级听力 听写2011年英语专业四级听力 听写British Holidaying Habits英国人的度假习惯In the late 1970s, air travel became affordable for the average family in the UK,and more people started traveling abroad for their summer holidays.上世纪70年代末，英国普通家庭的经济条件允许乘飞机旅行，越来越多的人开始出国度假。In the 1980s and 1990s, young people in the UK became wealthier on average.在20世纪八九十年代，英国的年轻人整体变得更富有。As a result, they started to go abroad in groups to places such as Spain and Greece.因此，他们开始成群结队地前往西班牙和希腊等地。Once they arrived at their destination, they met with other groups of young people,and had one long party.到达目的地后，他们遇到另一群年轻人，并举行长期的聚会。British holidaying habits have begun to change, however.然而，英国的度假习惯已经开始改变。Climate change means that the UK now has a hotter climate, so people do not need to go overseas to find good weather.气候变化使得英国现在的气温上升，所以人们不需要去国外也能享受到好天气。Also,going abroad is more expensive. As a result, more British people are choosing to spend their summer holidays in the UK.此外，出国的费用也更高。因此，越来越多的英国人选择在英国度暑假。2013年英语专业四级听力 听写What Are Dreams For?梦是什么？One theory is that we dream to release the deep, secret desires.有一种理论是说我们在梦中释放深层的、潜藏的欲望。We do not express these desires in real life because of the rules of polite society.在现实生活中，因为文明社会的条条框框，我们不会表达出这些欲望。Another theory is that dreams allow us to solve problems that we can't solve in real life.另一种理论是说梦允许我们去解决现实生活中无法解决的难题。We go to sleep with the problem and wake up with the solution.我们带着问题入睡，带着解决方法醒来。This may be a way to use our dreams rather than a purpose of dreaming.这或许是一种使用梦的方法而非做梦的目的。If you believe that your dreams are important, then analyzing them may help you to focus on the problem and help you to find the solution.如果你相信你的梦是重要的，分析它们或许会帮助你专注于问题并找到解决方法。The modern image is that dreams are the brain's way of cleaning up the computer'shard disk.如今，梦被看作是大脑中类似电脑硬盘的清理过程。Dreams organize the events of the day into folders and delete what is not needed.在梦中，一天的事情被分门别类地整理好，而不必要的则会被删除。But we all know that very little of what we dream is concerned with what happen to us that day.但是我们都清楚，我们做梦梦到的很少会跟我们当天发生的事情有所关联。2014年英语专业四级听力 听写Limiting the Growth of Technology限制技术的发展Throughout history, man has changed his physical environment to improve his way of life.从古至今，人类为了改善自己的生活方式对自然环境进行了诸多改造。With the tools of technology, man has altered many physical features of the earth.在技术的帮助下，人类已经改变了地球的许多物理特征。He has transformed woodland into farmland.他把林地变为耕地。He has modified the face of the earth by cutting through mountains to build roads and railways.为了建造公路和铁路，他开辟山林，改变地表。However,these changes in the physical environment have not always had beneficial results.然而，这些由自然环境变化带来的影响并非总是有利的。Today,pollution of the air and water is a danger to the health of the planet.如今，空气和水污染已对地球的健康造成了威胁。Each day thousands of tons of gases come out of vehicles.每天，机动车都会排放成千上万吨的尾气。Smoke from factories pollutes the air of industrialized areas and the surrounding countryside.工厂排放的烟雾污染着工业区以及周边郊区的空气。The air in cities is becoming increasingly unhealthy.城里的空气日益恶化。The pollution of water is equally harmful.水污染的危害也同样严重。In the sea, pollution from oil is killing a lot of sea plants and fish.海洋里，油污染正在残害大量的海洋植物和鱼类。It is now necessary for man to limit the growth of technology in order to survive on earth.为了在地球上生存，人类限制技术发展已是势在必行。

House Financial Services Committee Chairman and Republican Representative French Hill of Arkansas, discusses his idea to renegotiate the USMCA to limit inputs from China and other countries. He speaks with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz, and Annmarie Hordern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apply to work with me to get your dream physique, guaranteed: TYPEFORMSummary of episode: In today's episode I'm*Number 10 honestly is my secret so don't miss thatListed points:1 (01:09) - No “off days” / active recovery instead2 (03:08) - Investment in their healthLevels to thisBasic level, getting a good gym membership, , basic supplements and good foodNext level: Nicer gym gear, higher level gyms, fitness trackers, paying more for healthier options when eating out, trainers and coachesTHE BEST INVESTMENTS PRODUCE RETURNS3 (08:32) - Track progress4 (10:13) - Not just doing what you feel like (Plan ahead, set boundaries and aim to win most days)5 (12:56) - Think long term and practice delayed gratification6 (14:10) - Hydration as a priority7 (14:54) - Do a little more - abs, less deserts, log accurately8 (16:22) - Limiting processed foods9 (17:33)- Optimization of sleep10 (18:31)- Avoiding all or nothing mentalities and making fitness a lifestyleThis changed everything for me. When I started I was hot and cold.Instead I made it a lifestyleLimit extremes (Excessive overeating, guilting yourself etc, any setback is just that and the journey continues)Making the gym something I did consistently without the need for perfection. Deload/unload weeks when necessaryChoosing to always make healthy decisions(The more you do it the more common place it becomes and you elevate your standard)Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: https://colossusfitness.com/

Have you ever felt like you're just going through the motions—numbing yourself with distractions, unhealthy habits, or even work—just to get through the day? You're not alone. But what if there was a way to break free and truly feel alive again?In this powerful episode, we sit down with Anna Shilina, a habit coach who helps people reparent their inner child, break free from self-sabotaging patterns, and create a life they no longer want to escape from. Together, we dive deep into:Why we numb ourselves and how it keeps us stuckThe power of reparenting your inner childHow to identify and ditch limiting habits that no longer serve youPractical steps to reclaim your joy, confidence, and emotional freedomIf you're ready to stop living on autopilot and start creating a life that feels truly fulfilling, this episode is for you. Episode Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠Anna ⁠Website⁠Anna ⁠Instagram

In a world where data is more important than ever, understanding how it is acquired, shared, and misused is critical. Data brokers work behind the scenes, amassing enormous amounts of personal information from online activity, loyalty programs, and even public records, often without the users' knowledge. This data powers targeted marketing, scams, and even identity theft. But what can be done to regain control of personal privacy? Today we're diving deep into this topic with cybersecurity expert Darius Belejevas, who has spent years assisting folks in removing their data from these digital marketplaces. He is the head of Incogni and Surfshark.  In this chat, Darius is going to share how these sneaky data brokers operate. He'll break down why it's such a big deal when our data gets out there for all to see, and he'll arm us with some solid strategies to keep our privacy intact. We'll also look at practical tactics that everyone can apply to limit their exposure to hackers. We'll discuss data sharing, using privacy-focused products, and understanding legislation like GDPR and CCPA. We also dive into the shifting landscape of digital security, the role of AI in data collection and fraud, and what the future of online privacy may look like.  Show Notes: [01:01] We learn about Darius's background. [02:16] We learn about the creation of Incogni.  [04:04] Data brokers are businesses who collect data and sell it to other businesses. One problem can be lack of transparency of what is happening to your data.  [07:19] There are probably a few thousand data brokers. [09:36] Does removing your data get you out of a breach? [10:48] Limiting what we share. Prevention, consequences, and clean up. [12:22] When giving identifiers like your phone number, stop and ask if you really need to do that. [14:10] Some brokers make it way more difficult to remove data. [20:13] We talk about privacy regulations and how they can help you or make things more difficult. [22:12] How AI will make malicious activities easier to scale. [23:41] Have people given up on privacy? At the end of the day, it's about personal comfort.  [25:00] Privacy laws are helping with data broker issues.  [26:59] Being mindful about what you post online. Many people don't want to share too much. [29:56] Physical junk mail has decreased.  [30:52] What to do today. Think about what you want to share. Do you really need to subscribe? [32:21] Use a service like Incogni to help you protect your data. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review.  Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page whatismyipaddress.com Easy Prey on Instagram Easy Prey on Twitter Easy Prey on LinkedIn Easy Prey on YouTube Easy Prey on Pinterest Incogni Surfshark Darius Belejevas on Facebook Darius Belejevas on LinkedIn

Marina Lazovic: How Limiting Work-in-Progress Saved a Struggling Agile Team Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Marina shares the story of a small team of three developers who were struggling with multiple challenges. The team was primarily working on front-end fixes but faced persistent environment issues that kept breaking their work. Under pressure from a Product Owner pushing for delivery, the team fell into the trap of working on too many things simultaneously, resulting in items staying perpetually "in progress" and never reaching "done." As the situation deteriorated, the PO began micromanaging the team in attempts to unblock work. Marina explains how she helped the team understand the value of limiting work-in-progress (WIP), even when initially both developers and the PO were resistant to the idea. Through experimentation over several sprints, they discovered that limiting WIP actually increased their completion rate rather than reducing it. Self-reflection Question: What work-in-progress limits might benefit your current team, and how could you experiment with implementing them in a way that addresses stakeholder concerns? Featured Book of the Week: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team Marina recommends "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" as an essential read for Scrum Masters. She describes it as a book filled with valuable lessons and examples that she could easily identify in her workplace. Marina finds particular value in sharing the concepts with her teams and using the book as a framework to discuss dysfunction patterns they might be experiencing. The practical examples provided in the book serve as excellent conversation starters to help teams recognize and address their own challenges. About Marina Lazovic Marina is a Scrum Master and Kanban Trainer from Belgrade, Serbia, with nearly a decade in the IT industry. Though not from a technical background, she is passionate about helping development teams and organizations optimize processes and build great products using Agile. She thrives on driving efficiency and fostering collaboration. You can link with Marina Lazovic on LinkedIn.

Denmark is known as a progressive bastion in a right-moving Europe – and its leadership is making the case that restricting immigration is the path to maintaining its liberal society. David Leonhardt is an editorial director at The New York Times. He joins host Krys Boyd to discuss Denmark's Center-Left party, which argues that restraining immigration and demanding immigrants assimilate quickly is the only way the country can continue to provide its generous social programs. And we'll hear if U.S. Democratic Party leaders are taking note. His article is “In an Age of Right-Wing Populism, Why Are Denmark's Liberals Winning?” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The series of events that have led today's guest to industry-leading success and innovation in the herb harvesting space almost feels like the plot to an old Nic Cage action flick.Blackleaf is joined in the FSOTD studio by Jay, founder of DriFlower, to discuss their patented HangHarvesting™ Systems, along with his insane journey that involves smuggling Mexican brick

Matt von Boecklin who for over a decade, traveled the world as a program evaluation specialist and chemical engineer, living in Asia, Africa, and South America.Along the way, he picked up a few bad habits, but now has quit his addictions to cigarettes, alcohol, Tramadol, and kratom. He works full time at Quit Kit, where he helps people suffering from addictions to kratom and opioids by offering a non-prescription way to relieve the severity of withdrawal symptoms.Main Business Issues:Internal struggles with people-pleasing, fear, and self-talkSelf doubt impacting Matt's business decisions Matt's Key Insights and Takeaways:Maintaining standards that align with realistic expectations is a challengeDeeper emotional work is necessary to elevate both personal growth and business performance.Connect with MattQuit Kit: https://tryquitkit.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_quit_kit

Understanding What Others Are Thinking and Feeling How to Truly Understand Others – The Power of Perceptual Positioning wished you could really get where someone else is coming from? Whether it's family, colleagues, or even people you just can't seem to agree with—understanding others can be a game-changer. In this episode, we're diving into perceptual positioning, a simple yet powerful way to see the world from different perspectives. It's like stepping into someone else's shoes—but with a practical twist that actually works.

Brigette Panetta, Millennial, advocateand ambassador for Media.com, joins us to talk about her real-world experience and insights into social justice leadership. Brigette is a passionate advocate for those facing social injustice and adversity. After experiencing firsthand the devastating impact of false allegations by Australia's corporate regulator, ASIC, she has dedicated herself to supporting others in similar battles.Her journey began under extraordinary circumstances—recovering from a traumatic birth while navigatinglegal turmoil that cost her family their home and livelihood. Instead of breaking her, these challenges ignited her mission to create a foundation providing litigation funding and a platform for people to share their stories.Brigette's story of resilience, healing, and justice makes her a compelling voice for change. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 4:32 Resilience 5:35 Role of resilience in leadership6.27 Self-doubt and leadership6:48 Limiting beliefs7:37 Tools that help us connect 10:57 Health deficiencies and clarity11:02 Forgiveness practice12:48 Intuition and trustQuotable Moments:*When you can allow everyone to feel safe in their rolesand within their positions, you can allow them to be comfortable enough to speak that shows the best leadership qualities.”“If you have self-doubt or limiting beliefs that comesthrough in your leadership. Others can feel you're not confident.”“A lot of our traumas are kept between the fascia levelbetween the skin and the muscle.”“I stopped going external for my answers. I knew theanswers already.”“The biggest tool that helped me was a forgivenesspractice. I could then work on other elements like being aware of my thoughts.” Three Episode Takeaways: 1.   Resilience can come down to our self-belief and trusting our journey is happening for a reason. When youaccept you can't control situations, that's when resilience helps you move forward. 2.   Once we can clear the limiting beliefs we're unstoppable. There's no ego in place.3.   Thoughts can affect us and our physical wellbeing. We need to do the internal work to look at our health and get a clearer channel to be able to hear our inner voice within.  Episode Resources: Media.comhttps://media.com/ IG The Human Garbagehttps://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=human%20garage Ep. 215 Exploring Mel Robbins' Let Them Theory as A Way to Live with Love & Intentionality ⁠https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/3RWy8dIDBRb How to reach Brigette: brigette.panetta8@gmail.com Website:https://media.com/brigettepanetta  LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigette-panetta-80967545/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/brigettepanetta/ How to reach Yo:  Our website:www.girltaketheleadpod.com You can send a message or voicemail there. We'd love to hear from you! email:yo@yocanny.com FB group: Girl, Take the Leadhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG:yocanny  YouTube LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/ 

Man I went through some MAJOR mindset reflection the other day and I just had to share it with you. It is so common to feel fearful and not good enough in the face of an uplevel and that's what tends to hold people back and keep them in a loop. If you want different, you need to move different and for long enough to create change! Your next level reality and upgraded identity is on the other side of pushing past limiting beliefs and learning to endure the initial phases of uncomfortability to see it through. You DO have what it takes and you ARE good enough and I am going to tell you why in today's epi

Welcome to the podcast for alpaca people!In this episode, I have been musing about growth. How soon the grass starts growing is a prime factor in judging when spring has arrived. The interplay of the essentials of moisture, sun and soil temperature determines how much growth, if any, the grass makes and how soon. Ours seems to have slowed down - disappointing but nothing to do but wait.Sufficient nutrients in the soil and in what our alpacas eat determine the rate of growth.We are also entering the show season here in the UK and the National show of the British Alpaca Society is this weekend. Also available as a live stream to view online on YouTube- if you are interested.Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed it.If you would like to be in touch, please contact me by email - steve@alpacatribe.com - or leave me a voicemail from your browser.Alpaca Tribe is hosted and produced by Steve Heatherington of Good Podcasting Works, which is part of The Waterside (Swansea) LtdThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

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Stefan speaks with a young caller, age 23, who feels lost and inadequate due to unemployment and family dynamics stemming from neglect. The caller reflects on his upbringing marked by tension and a mother's illness during the 2008 crisis, leading to feelings of incompetence. Stefan reassures him that these experiences are common and encourages him to explore his interests in cryptocurrency as a path forward. He emphasizes the importance of reframing failure as a part of growth. By the end of the conversation, the caller shows a more optimistic outlook, recognizing that pursuing his passions can help him break free from limiting beliefs shaped by his past.GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

President Trump says that his Cabinet secretaries are actually supposed to be the ones to make staffing decisions, not Elon Musk and his DOGE entity. Also, we hear from employees at the Veterans Health Administration about how they feel about DOGE emails asking them to spell out what they did last week. Plus, a look at where things stand on the treatment of Long COVID.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

In medicine, we are trained to fight for life — to extend it, preserve it and restore it. But sometimes the goal shifts from curing to comforting. That, in brief, is the essence of palliative care. It compels us to ask what it means to truly care for a person at the end of life, not as a failure of medicine but as a profound act of love. In this episode, we enter a space where time slows down, where every moment is cherished, and where medicine is tantamount to presence, dignity, and grace. George Mark Children's House in California is the first freestanding pediatric palliative care center in the United States, a place where children with serious, life-limiting conditions can spend their time in a home-like setting and live fully, where families find respite, and where end-of-life care is infused with humanity and meaning. It's a place that helps families navigate one of the hardest journeys imaginable, offering not just medical support, but also emotional and spiritual care. Joining us is Shekinah Eliassen, CEO of George Mark Children's House, who has dedicated her life to reimagining how we care for children with complex and terminal illnesses. She opens up about how the loss of her first son drives her work to this day. We'll explore the essence of pediatric palliative care, the misconceptions, the difficult conversations, the small joys, and the profound impact of honoring life, no matter how brief. This is a conversation about medicine at its most intimate and compassionate.In this episode, you'll hear about: 2:53 - The family tragedy that introduced Eliassen to George Mark Children's House15:08 - Eliassen's personal experience with pediatric palliative care and how her understanding has evolved19:26 - How palliative care differs from physician aid in dying23:21 -  George Mark Children's House's approach to pediatric palliative care 28:09 - The importance of “savouring the moment”37:04 - Limiting factors that currently prevent pediatric palliative care from expanding 41:44 - The role that spirituality and religion play at George Mark Children's House48:17 -  Eliassen's advice to her past self on how to prepare for the life-changing experience of child lossShekinah Eliassen can be found on Instagram at @shekinahceliassen.Visit our website www.TheDoctorsArt.com where you can find transcripts of all episodes.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review our show, available for free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you know of a doctor, patient, or anyone working in health care who would love to explore meaning in medicine with us on the show, feel free to leave a suggestion in the comments or send an email to info@thedoctorsart.com.Copyright The Doctor's Art Podcast 2025