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Our pilgrim continues walking through the old-growth forest, so dark that very little light can get into its cooling shade.He is eventually blocked by two seemingly small things: a little brook flowing to the left and a solitary lady across the way, singing and picking flowers.But the poet Dante gives us hints that all is already not what it seems.Join me, Mark Scarbrough, as we continue our journey across the top of Mount Purgatory . . . and notice that meaning is becoming layered over the naturalist details our pilgrim innocently notices.If you'd like to help cover the fees for this podcast with a one-time donation or a small monthly stipend, you can do so at this PayPal link right here.Here are the segments for this episode of WALKING WITH DANTE:[01:07] My English translation of PURGATORIO, Canto XXVIII, lines 22 - 42. If you'd like to read along or continue the conversation with me by dropping a comment about this episode, please do so on my website: markscarbrough.com.[03:03] A glance back to the start of the canto . . . and a glance back to the start of INFERNO.[05:59] More repeated words in the poetry.[07:31] Naturalistic details and the initial layering of metaphysical, moral, or allegorical meaning.[16:30] No geographical understanding of this place (yet) . . . but a literary understanding of it: pastoral poetry.[22:48] The unnamed, solitary lady as an interpretive trap.[24:57] Rereading the passage: PURGATORIO, Canto XXVIII, lines 22 - 42.

Naturalistic Humanism and Society II Naturalistic Humanism supports lasting personal growth; healthier, more satisfying relationships; and provides an approach to building dynamic, experimental communities. But Naturalistic Humanism also has profound implications for how we can create a more socially just, equitable, and stable society. What happens when we apply letting go of blame and judgmental … Continue reading "Show 663: Naturalistic Support"

Naturalistic Humanism and Society Naturalistic Humanism supports lasting personal growth; healthier, more satisfying relationships; and provides an approach to building dynamic, experimental communities. But Naturalistic Humanism also has profound implications for how we can create a more socially just, equitable, and stable society. What happens when we apply letting go of blame and judgmental thinking … Continue reading "Show 662: Naturalistic Support"

~ This season of Avant Gardeners is proudly supported by Blundstone's new series WorkLife. Launching in November and perfect for gardening. Find your local stockist here. ~ Tim Pilgrim has become synonymous with his own naturalistic style of garden design, one that's plant-driven and subscribes to the maximalist aesthetic.  With gardening in his blood, and after working at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, he returned home to work on one of the Digger's Club's most famous gardens, St Erth.  Tim and his wife Hadley started TP Gardens back in 2013, and since then he's worked on some of the most jaw-dropping gardens in the country including Du Fermier in Trentham, Paul Bangay's Stonefields and at Bress, a biodynamic winery in the Central Victorian goldfields.  Tim's debut book Wild By Design has recently been released, shooting straight to the best sellers list. And deservedly so.  Tim draws his inspiration from the beauty of wild landscapes and other creative gardening minds.  Tim lives, gardens and designs on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, sharing his home with his wife, and three young sons.  Before we get to Tim's chat, we're drinking Walnut Liqueur made from green walnuts macerated with alcohol - a Slovenian specialty. Emily is going great guns with her seeds - rudbeckia, violas, edamame. Her orchard understory is blooming with cornflowers, walking onions, rosemary, thyme, wormwood, queen anne's lace, cosmos, calendula, and strawberries! The sorrel is still a pest. Emily's loving Banskia (it's giving May Gibbs vibes). Maddie recommends growing Correa Alba from cuttings. Maddie + Emily did a beautiful bushwalk - the Freycinet Circuit, and picked up reading tips from our very great mate Franzi. Emily's recommending Platypus Spinach from Dimity May at Tiny Farm Tas.  Maddie wants baby lamb energy, vs tired mutton energy. Maddie's trying to grow shelling peas, and has made a huge (although not catastrophic) mistake with her flannel flowers. And we're trying to manifest Juvenile Grandma phase. Thanks!  

God and Judgmental Thinking II Many people think of God as being infinitely loving and benevolent.  But to millions of Americans, God is about order, power, authority, and punishment for those who offend him.   This is the god widely worshiped on the Christian Right, partially explaining why our president continues to be supported by the … Continue reading "Show 661: Naturalistic Support"

God and Judgmental Thinking Many people think of God as being infinitely loving and benevolent.  But to millions of Americans, God is about order, power, authority, and punishment for those who offend him.   This is the god widely worshiped on the Christian Right, partially explaining why our president continues to be supported by the religious … Continue reading "Show 660: Naturalistic Support"

Naturalistic Humanism & Criminal Justice II When we view human behavior through a naturalistic lens our retributive system of criminal justice cannot be justified.  The punitive approach we take also fails to keep us safe. Is there a more effective and ethical way to respond to people who harm others? Listen to show #55 below!

Naturalistic Humanism & Criminal Justice When we view human behavior through a naturalistic lens our retributive system of criminal justice cannot be justified.  The punitive approach we take also fails to keep us safe. Is there a more effective and ethical way to respond to people who harm others? Listen to show #54 below!

Harmonizing with Nature II Humankind is frequently regarded as being in perpetual conflict with nature.  And while no other animal has transformed the earth so profoundly, humans are also life's best hope. Only humans can act as life's agent who will transform life so that sentience, experience, and cognition will continue to flourish even when … Continue reading "Show 657: Naturalistic Support"

Harmonizing with Nature Humankind is frequently regarded as being in perpetual conflict with nature.  And while no other animal has transformed the earth so profoundly, humans are also life's best hope. Only humans can act as life's agent who will transform life so that sentience, experience, and cognition will continue to flourish even when the … Continue reading "Show 656: Naturalistic Support"

Dom talks with internationally renowned gardener Jill Simpson about her property and garden on Banks Peninsula, the current 'naturalism' trend within gardening circles and her keynote speech at the upcoming Garden Marlborough event in November. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

The Loneliness Epidemic II In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General called loneliness and isolation a “public health crisis” as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.  And, according to the Cigna U.S. Loneliness Index, nearly half of U.S. adults report experience loneliness on a regular basis. So, in our high-tech age of hyper-connectivity, where virtually everyone … Continue reading "Show 655: Naturalistic Support"

The Loneliness Epidemic In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General called loneliness and isolation a “public health crisis” as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.  And, according to the Cigna U.S. Loneliness Index, nearly half of U.S. adults report experience loneliness on a regular basis. So, in our high-tech age of hyper-connectivity, where virtually everyone has … Continue reading "Show 654: Naturalistic Support"

What is Reciprocal Imitation Training (RIT), and how can it support social communication skills? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jessica Osos, BCBA, to explore the definition and application of RIT—a naturalistic developmental behavioral intervention (NDBI) designed to teach learners to imitate spontaneously through ongoing, play-based social interaction. Unlike structured drills, RIT is child-led and play-focused, helping to build social skills that go far beyond imitation.For many SLPs and BCBAs, this is a new approach. Dr. Osos explains how the back-and-forth of imitation highlights the value in what the child is doing and how strategies like Sports Casting (narrating the interaction) can enrich play. Expanding play might mean introducing more toys, exploring new play schemas, or creating deeper sequences.Key factors for successful RIT involve simple language, emphasizing important words, being repetitive, and expanding language by copying and adding. Focusing on goals beyond imitation? RIT doesn't have to be a “this or that” choice. This child-led expansive approach works with a variety of social communication, like joint attention and more! #autism #speechtherapy What's Inside:Naturalistic Intervention using Reciprocal Imitation Training.What is RIT?Expanding play for a variety of social, communication, and leisure skills. Mentioned In This Episode:Episode #146: Early Intervention and Project Impact with Anna Dvortcsak and Dr. Brook Ingersoll - ABA SpeechSpeech Membership - ABA Speech  ABA Speech: Home

Surviving Tribalism II In-group and out-group dynamics, and the larger phenomenon of tribalism, have been with humankind for millennia, yet never before have they posed the existential threat that they do today. How can humankind resolve its differences before it's too late, and how can Naturalistic Humanism help? Listen to show #49 below!

Surviving Tribalism In-group and out-group dynamics, and the larger phenomenon of tribalism, have been with humankind for millennia, yet never before have they posed the existential threat that they do today. How can humankind resolve its differences before it's too late, and how can Naturalistic Humanism help? Listen to show #47 below!

Parenting & Education, Pt 2 From a Naturalistic Humanist perspective, children are naturally curious, creative, and inclined to share.  Presently, however, the way our children are parented and taught is strongly influenced by a misanthropic view and the dominator model.  We assume that children are naturally uncooperative and in need of continuous extrinsic motivation. Listen to … Continue reading "Show 650: Naturalistic Support"

Parenting & Education From a Naturalistic Humanist perspective children are naturally curious, creative and inclined to share, presently however, the way our children are parented and taught is strongly influenced by a misanthropic view and the dominator model. We assume that children are naturally uncooperative and in need of continuous extrinsic motivation. Listen to show … Continue reading "Show 649: Naturalistic Support"

Different D&D players are smart in different ways, so why not incorporate puzzles (challenges) to keep all players' brains engaged and give each individual their time to shine? In this episode, Allison and Ryan chat with Trevor of Emberglow Gaming about Multiple Intelligences Theory and how to use puzzles of all kinds to enhance your game. See below for a list of ideas!   For high quality TTRPG accessories like GM screens, dice bags, and subscription boxes that'll wow your players, visit https://bit.ly/KidsTableDND (10% off with link or use code "TheKidsTable").   To find TTRPGs with the themes & learning goals you need, visit www.ttrpgkids.com and search for your terms of interest.   Here's a list of D&D puzzles to help get you started. What other puzzles would you like to add?   Kinesthetic (body) -obstacle course/laser maze -relay race -cup bowling -peanut butter river   Visual-Spatial (picture) -puzzles -draw/color/sculpt -tetris/tangrams -spot the difference    Verbal-Linguistic (words) -riddles (also logic) -codes -scrambled words -tongue twisters   Logical-Mathematical (logic) -dot to dot -mazes -magnatiles/legos (also kinesthetic) -memory game   Interpersonal (people) -telephone game -stand on the sheet and turn it over -watch where you step (communication game) -doppleganger (social deduction game)   Intrapersonal (self) -journaling -affirmations -meditation -regulating tools Naturalistic (nature) -rainbow nature scavenger hunt -cloud/bird/star watching -species/shell identification -animal sounds game   Musical (musical) -rhythm clapping -repeat the tune -instrument sound identification -create an instrument   About us: When kids are at the table, everyone wins! Playing Dungeons & Dragons (and other Tabletop Role-Playing Games) with kids helps develop critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, & confidence - not to mention the connections you'll build around the table. That's why we produce this original, kid-inclusive show along, share tip videos, and write adventure modules to help you play TTRPGs with the kids at your own table! For Our Kids' Adventures & More: www.thekidstablednd.com To Support Our Work: www.patreon.com/TheKidsTableDnD Follow @TheKidsTableDnD on Instagram, TikTok & Facebook   #dndactualplay #family #dungeonsanddragons #thekidstablednd #dndwithkids #actualplay #ttrpg #familyshow #familygames #kids #adventure #fantasy#drama #storytelling #roleplaying #puzzles #activitiesforkids #multipleintelligences  

NON-BELIEVERS IN A BELIEVING WORLD Pt 3 This week we continue our look at belief and disbelief.  Why do we believe as we do?  Are some beliefs inherently intolerant?  Are nonbelievers intolerant towards believers?  How can believers and nonbelievers treat each other with respect and kindness?  Are there ideas that both believers and nonbelievers can share? … Continue reading "Show 649: Naturalistic Support"

NON-BELIEVERS IN A BELIEVING WORLD Pt 2 Over the past 10 years, the number of American atheists and agnostics has doubled. And the percentage of adults without religious affiliation is on the rise. But despite these demographic trends, being a nonbeliever can be challenging. Are you a non-believer navigating through a believing world? Or perhaps you are a … Continue reading "Show 648: Naturalistic Support"

Warum willst Du von allen gemocht werden? Du magst doch auch nicht alle. Sagt sich leicht, aber so viele von uns sind People-Pleaser. So vielen von uns ist es so wichtig, was andere von uns denken. Dabei schätzen wir unsere Wirkung auf andere oft völlig falsch ein und machen uns zu viel Druck. Atze und Leon klären, wie das gelassener geht. Fühlt euch gut betreut Leon & Atze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonwindscheid/ https://www.instagram.com/atzeschroeder_offiziell/ Mehr zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/betreutesfuehlen Tickets: Atze: https://www.atzeschroeder.de/#termine Leon: https://leonwindscheid.de/tour/ VVK Münster 2025: https://betreutes-fuehlen.ticket.io/ Quellen: Das Hauptreview, auf das wir uns in der Folge beziehen: Flykt, A., Hörlin, T., Linder, F., Wennstig, A. K., Sayeler, G., Hess, U., & Bänziger, T. (2021). Exploring emotion recognition and the understanding of others' unspoken thoughts and feelings when narrating self-experienced emotional events. Journal of Nonverbal Behavior, 45(1), 67-81. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10919-020-00340-4 Weitere Studien: Ickes, W., Stinson, L., Bissonnette, V., & Garcia, S. (1990). Naturalistic social cognition: Empathic accuracy in mixed-sex dyads. Journal of personality and social psychology, 59(4), 730. https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1037/0022-3514.59.4.730 Sels, L., Ickes, W., Hinnekens, C., Ceulemans, E., & Verhofstadt, L. (2021). Expressing thoughts and feelings leads to greater empathic accuracy during relationship conflict. Journal of Family Psychology, 35(8), 1199. https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1037/fam0000871 Berlamont, L., Hodges, S., Sels, L., Ceulemans, E., Ickes, W., Hinnekens, C., & Verhofstadt, L. (2023). Motivation and empathic accuracy during conflict interactions in couples: it's complicated!. Motivation and Emotion, 47(2), 208-228. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11031-022-09982-x Ickes, W. (2016). Empathic accuracy: Judging thoughts and feelings. https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1017/CBO9781316181959.003 Sels, L., Ickes, W., Hinnekens, C., Ceulemans, E., & Verhofstadt, L. (2021). Expressing thoughts and feelings leads to greater empathic accuracy during relationship conflict. Journal of Family Psychology, 35(8), 1199. https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1037/fam0000871 Gilovich, T., Medvec, V. H., & Savitsky, K. (2000). The spotlight effect in social judgment: an egocentric bias in estimates of the salience of one's own actions and appearance. Journal of personality and social psychology, 78(2), 211. https://doi.org/0.1037//0022-3514.78.2.211 Vorauer, J. D., & Sucharyna, T. A. (2013). Potential negative effects of perspective-taking efforts in the context of close relationships: Increased bias and reduced satisfaction. Journal of personality and social psychology, 104(1), 70. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0030184 Gilovich T, Kruger J, Savitsky K. 1999. Everyday egocentrism and everyday interpersonal problems. In The Social Psychology of Emotional and Behavioral Problems: Interfaces of Social and Clinical Psychology, ed. RM Kowalski, MR Leary, pp. 69–95. Washington, DC: Am. Psychol. Assoc. Bond Jr, C. F., & DePaulo, B. M. (2008). Individual differences in judging deception: accuracy and bias. Psychological bulletin, 134(4), 477. https://doi.org/0.1037/0033-2909.134.4.477 Gilovich, T., Savitsky, K., & Medvec, V. H. (1998). The illusion of transparency: biased assessments of others' ability to read one's emotional states. Journal of personality and social psychology, 75(2), 332. https://doi.org/10.1037//0022-3514.75.2.332 Vorauer, J. D., Cameron, J. J., Holmes, J. G., & Pearce, D. G. (2003). Invisible overtures: Fears of rejection and the signal amplification bias. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 84(4), 793. https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1037/0022-3514.84.4.793 Redaktion Julia Ditzer Produktion: Murmel Productions

NON-BELIEVERS IN A BELIEVING WORLD Over the past 10 years, the number of American atheists and agnostics has doubled. And the percentage of adults without religious affiliation is on the rise. But despite these demographic trends, being a nonbeliever can be challenging. Are you a non-believer navigating through a believing world? Or perhaps you are a believer with non-believing … Continue reading "Show 647: Naturalistic Support"

PROANTHROPY Pt. 2 Another concept central to Naturalistic Humanism is proanthropy — the idea that when humans get the developmental and life support they require they are naturally inclined towards being cooperative and caring, wanting to participate and contribute. Sadly, despite voluminous supporting evidence, our society is premised on the complete opposite.  The consequence of … Continue reading "Show 646: Naturalistic Support"

METAWARENESS When our understanding of the world is based on evidence and reason, it's obvious that the way each moment unfolds is the inexorable result of all that precedes it — in Naturalistic Humanism, this idea is called metawareness. Applied to humans, the implications of metawareness are revolutionary requiring that we reconsider the way we … Continue reading "Show 643: Naturalistic Support"

Continuing on Natural Goodness, getting more into concrete cases of moral reasoning. How and why do we decide to keep promises, even in cases where violating them would produce more utility? How do we take into account different kinds of grounds in moral reasoning? Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support to get ad-free episodes and tons of bonus discussion, including a supporter-exclusive part three to this discussion.  Sponsor: Visit IDOU.com/PEL for 15% off online courses on using AI in creative, human-centered ways.

If God exists and Jesus rose from the dead, then Christianity is true. Case closed! However, there are still those who offer alternative explanations for the empty tomb despite the evidence for the resurrection. What are these theories and do they withstand critical analysis?This week, Frank sits down with Dr. Gary Habermas, the world's leading resurrection scholar to discuss, 'On the Resurrection: Refutations', the second volume of his magnum opus--a massive 4-volume project nearly 40 years in the making. From second-century texts that seem to challenge the resurrection to modern skeptical scholars like Bart Ehrman, Gary will uncover why naturalistic explanations for the empty tomb simply don't hold up. Tune in as Frank and Gary answer questions like:Who was David Hume and why do so many modern atheists still lean on his centuries-old arguments?What was Hume's actual argument against miracles, and how did C.S. Lewis respond?Are there any good arguments for naturalism or materialism?Why did former skeptic Antony Flew become a theist before he died?What are the top 5 reasons naturalistic explanations for the resurrection fail?What are the 4 best arguments in favor of an afterlife?If you're looking for the most well-researched scholarship to refute common resurrection objections, you won't find a better resource than this! Be sure to pick up your own copies of Gary's amazing work and stay tuned for the next podcast where he'll return to discuss even more insights from his life's work on the resurrection!Resources mentioned during the episode:PODCAST: Did Jesus REALLY Rise From the Dead? - https://bit.ly/3VnrtiDOn the Resurrection: Evidences (Vol.1) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1087778603On the Resurrection: Refutations (Vol.2) - https://a.co/d/48jozEvOn the Resurrection: Scholarly Perspectives (Vol.3) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1087778646Gary's website - https://www.garyhabermas.com/There is a God by Antony Flew - https://a.co/d/eOhWkSTSignature in the Cell by Stephen C. Meyer - https://a.co/d/5XLmVhc

Becoming Experimental With erroneous information intended to enrage coming at us from all directions, it's easy to become cynical. But cynicism can lead to distrust, alienation, and even acts of extremism. An experimental mindset is an effective way to avoid cynicism and feel more connected. Learn about developing an experimental mindset and join the discussion … Continue reading "Show 642: Naturalistic Support"

On Natural Goodness (2001). Can we base ethics on the model of biology? Foot argues that just as we understand what a healthy specimen of a plant or animal is, so there is a natural way for humans to work properly, which will include the ability to will according to reflective reasoning. Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support to get ad-free episodes and tons of bonus discussion. Sponsor: Get a $1/month e-commerce trial at shopify.com/pel.

There exists a popular myth among skeptics and non-believers that Jesus did not really rise from the dead. What may have happened, they suggest, is that Peter and/or Paul experienced some kind of hallucination or vision of Jesus after His death. Our guest again this week on the Profile, resurrection scholar Dr. Gary Habermas, argues however, that in order for this hypothesis even to get off the ground, the skeptic must first establish the truth of a purely naturalistic worldview, which, Gary believes, cannot be done. Naturalistic refutations of Jesus' resurrection fail to provide any significant challenge to the narratives found in the four Gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Dr. Gary Habermas has dedicated his professional life to the examination of the relevant historical, philosophical, and theological issues surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. His extensive list of publications and debates provides a thorough account of the current state of the issue. He has also contributed more than 60 chapters or articles to additional books, and over 100 articles and reviews in journals and other publications. In recent years, he has been a visiting or adjunct professor at about 15 different graduate schools and seminaries in the United States and abroad. Dr. Habermas is a Distinguished Research Professor of Apologetics and Philosophy. He is married to Eileen and they have seven children and 11 grandchildren. https://www.liberty.edu/divinity/seminary/faculty/gary-habermas/Gary's Books  (2024), On the Resurrection: Refutations, Vol 2 of 4, Broadman & Holman, Academic, ISBN: 978-1-0877-7862-4, https://www.amazon.com/on-the-resurrection-volume-2/dp/108777862X Free Profiles from Watchman Fellowship!  Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Bart Ehrman by Dr. Rhyne Putman: watchman.org/Ehrman Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Atheism by Dr. Robert M. Bowman: watchman.org/Atheism Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Agnosticism by W. Russell Crawford: watchman.org/Agnostic Watchman Fellowship 4-page Profile on Mythicism by Dr. Robert Stewart and Marilyn Stewart: watchman.org/Mythicism Additional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.PROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (660 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: watchman.org/notebook. SUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2025 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

WHY ARE BOYS AND YOUNG MEN STRUGGLING? The dismantling of patriarchal culture has given young women much of the freedom and empowerment they had long been denied.  The shift in the cultural landscape however has left many young men alienated, confused, frustrated, and often angry. “There is no denying that by almost every metric that … Continue reading "Show 640: Naturalistic Support"

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Our Future w/AI Pt.2 By the end of this century humans may share the earth with artificially intelligent beings who are truly consciousness. Some believe it will enable humans to realize long sought after goals including – solutions for ending our climate crisis, the elimination of poverty, the end of disease and the achievement of … Continue reading "Show 639: Naturalistic Support"

OUR FUTURE WITH AI The potential emergence of GAI or General Artificial Intelligence – AI systems with human-level or greater cognitive abilities – raises profound technical, ethical, societal, and existential issues actively debated by AI researchers, philosophers, ethicists, and policymakers. Audio for Show #34 can be heard below!

AN INTERVIEW WITH BOB HENNELLY Naturalistic Support spends the hour in conversation with WBAI's Interim General Manager. Audio for Show #33 can be heard below!

This week on the podcast, Joanne Shaw speaks with Ernest Williams from Aquascape about the popularity of water features in landscaping, including pondless designs, fountainscapes, and natural swimming ponds. Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode: Pondless Water Features in Landscaping Increasingly popular in landscaping for their low maintenance and safety Enhances curb appeal and attracts wildlife Provides the sound of water without the upkeep of traditional ponds Preferred by homeowners seeking aesthetics and simplicity Pondless Water Features Design and Functionality Mimics natural water flow; includes bubbling elements and disappearing streams Built with similar mechanics as ponds but without standing water Water recirculates through a hidden basin, minimizing runoff Can integrate downspouts and rainwater harvesting for stormwater management Design and Maintenance Mini spillway and aqua basin designs allow features to fit any yard size Water should remain in basins during winter to prevent cracking/freezing Maintenance includes removing pumps before freezing temperatures Naturalistic design is achieved using varied rocks Proper maintenance and design extend feature lifespan Noise Reduction Water features help block unwanted sounds (e.g., traffic) Creates a soothing outdoor environment Watching water can lower blood pressure and heart rate An affordable and visually appealing way to improve outdoor spaces Installation Both professional installation and DIY options are available Certified landscape companies offer installation and customer service DIY products available for homeowners The Aquascape University program provides contractor training and certification Aquascape YouTube channel offers homeowner experiences and advice Construction and Materials Quality materials (granite, field stone) prevent calcium buildup and algae Kits are available for efficient construction Not all yard rocks are suitable for ponds Existing ponds can be converted to pondless features for less maintenance Aqua blocks allow efficient use of space and are load-bearing Pondless Features and Natural Pools Redesigning or converting old ponds to pondless features reduces maintenance Existing rocks can sometimes be incorporated into new designs Recreation ponds (natural swimming ponds) are eco-friendly pool alternatives Suitable for swimming and environmentally conscious homeowners Many specialized contractors are available in Ontario and Quebec Water Conservation in Yard Design Pools can be converted into natural swimming or recreation ponds Water collection systems (e.g., aqua blocks) help manage yard water issues Systems collect/filter water, reduce stormwater runoff, and address muddy yards Emphasizes the importance of water conservation and management in landscaping To learn more about pondless water features and everything Aquascape offers, visit them at www.aquascapeinc.com and view their videos on YouTube. Have a topic you'd like Joanne to discuss? Email your questions and comments to downthegardenpathpodcast@hotmail.com, or connect via her website at down2earth.ca. Are you a landscape or gardening expert? We'd love to have you on the show! Click here to learn more. Find Down the Garden Path on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube: @downthegardenpathpodcast. Down the Garden Path Podcast On Down The Garden Path, professional landscape designer Joanne Shaw discusses down-to-earth tips and advice for your plants, gardens and landscapes. As the owner of Down2Earth Landscape Design, Joanne Shaw has been designing beautiful gardens for homeowners east of Toronto for over a decade. She does her best to bring you interesting, relevant and useful topics to help you keep your garden as low-maintenance as possible.  In Down the Garden Path: A Step-By-Step Guide to Your Ontario Garden, Joanne and fellow landscape designer Matthew Dressing distill their horticultural and design expertise and their combined experiences in helping others create and maintain thriving gardens into one easy-to-read monthly reference guide. Get your copy today on Amazon. Don't forget to check out Down the Garden Path on your favourite podcast app and subscribe! You can now catch the podcast on YouTube.

EVERYDAY ACTS OF KINDNESS Showing kindness is fundamental to the human experience.  Acts of kindness are psychologically and even physically beneficial to both those who act kindly as well as to the recipients.  It's easy to miss the everyday acts of kindness happening all around us. Audio for Show #32 can be heard below!

Lauren Ross is a proud member of a rare group—one of fewer than 500 professionals dually certified as both a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). In 2022, she founded Precision Therapy, a Medicaid-funded therapeutic consultation service designed to deliver impactful, client-centered care.Her innovative model blends naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions (NDBIs) with hands-on caregiver training to support meaningful, individualized goals. What sets Lauren apart is her commitment to serving individuals beyond the “services cliff,” working with clients across the lifespan—including adults well into their 80s!Through a thoughtful combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), collaboration, and ongoing data-driven planning, Lauren and her team create customized support plans that fit both the client's goals and the caregiver's capacity.At the heart of her work is the belief that true progress lies in generalization—the ability to apply learned skills in real-life settings. By using naturalistic interventions embedded in daily routines, Lauren helps adults not just build skills but live them.#autism #speechtherapy What's Inside:Why is naturalistic intervention important?The adult services “Cliff”.Caregiver training through therapeutic consultation.Mentioned In This Episode:Precision Therapy PLLCPrecision Therapy PLLC (@precisiontherapyva) on InstagramMembership - ABA Speech  ABA Speech: HomeHeart to Heart Parents: Mindful Tools for Raising Spiritual and Conscious KidsA space for conscious parents to connect spiritually and mindfully with their kidsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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MISANTHROPY 2025 may be remembered as a dark year for America.  Our leaders want us to believe that our society is filled with fraudsters, criminals, cheaters, and dangerous people.  Our media is filled with stories about crimes and a dystopian future to which we are supposedly headed.  At such a time how can we avoid … Continue reading "Show 634: Naturalistic Support"

EASTER IMMORTALITY SPECIAL For the Easter/Eastre holiday, Naturalistic Support celebrates with a special look at immortality with the foremost advocate for radical life extension and chief science officer for the SENS foundation, Aubrey de Grey. We'll also feature our annual Jesus vs. the Easter Bunny debate; and lots more! Audio for Show #29 can be heard below!

With the sunny spring continuing, Gardeners' Corner visits a 19th century walled garden in Maghera. Once connected to the local rectory, it is now run by the council, and it features several distinct spaces including a large glasshouse and a wildflower meadow. Roy Clark, who knows the garden well, says their secret to planting spring bulbs in a naturalistic way is to get children to do it! The good weather has also lead to increased demand for compost and this week presenter David Maxwell is on the factory floor of one of the biggest suppliers in the country. Also on the programme, a charity in Ballymoney that is building good community relations through growing and Ann FitzSimons will join David in studio to answer questions. Email the programme at gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk

Naturalistic Spirituality Pt. III! Naturalistic Support is a peer-support program based on evidence and reason, exploring human behavior through the lens of cause and effect. Focused on personal growth and relationship building, the show delves into topics like anger, betrayal, grief, and forgiveness. Join Arnell as he discusses how we can free ourselves and reconnect … Continue reading "Show 632: Naturalistic Support"

SummaryIn this episode of the Trainers Bullpen, Chris Butler interviews Brian Moon, a leading expert in naturalistic decision making (NDM). They discuss the importance of NDM in law enforcement, the role of experience and intuition in decision making, and the challenges experts face in articulating their decisions. Brian shares insights from his journey in the field, emphasizing the need for cognitive task analysis to bridge the gap between implicit knowledge and explicit articulation, ultimately enhancing training and decision-making processes in high-stakes environments. In this conversation, Brian discusses the importance of expertise management and cognitive task analysis in training, particularly within law enforcement. He emphasizes the need to capture the knowledge of experienced professionals before they leave organizations and how structured conversations can elicit valuable insights. The discussion also covers the integration of these insights into training scenarios and decision-making games to enhance learning and performance.TakeawaysNaturalistic decision making (NDM) is essential for effective law enforcement.Experience plays a critical role in decision making, but does not guarantee infallibility.Cognitive task analysis can help articulate implicit knowledge in decision making.Experts often struggle to articulate their decision-making processes after high-pressure situations.Recognition of familiar cues is key in naturalistic decision making.Training should focus on learning from experiences rather than the school of hard knocks.Anticipation of outcomes is crucial in decision-making processes.Expertise is developed through experience and reflection on past decisions.Designing systems that support cognitive work is vital for effective decision making. Expertise management focuses on retaining knowledge from senior professionals.Cognitive task analysis helps in understanding decision-making processes.Story elicitation techniques can capture valuable experiences from experts.Training should incorporate real-world scenarios to enhance learning.Decision games allow for experiential learning and skill development.Mentorship plays a crucial role in knowledge transfer.Imagination can create high-fidelity training experiences.Understanding context is vital in decision-making.Facilitated conversations can uncover deeper insights.Organizations must prioritize capturing expertise before it walks out the door.For more information about Brian Moon, Cognitive Task Analysis and Naturalistic Decision Making training opportunities as well as other educational resources, check out Perigean at https://perigeantechnologies.com/

On Edmund Husserl's Ideas, Vol. 2 (1928), Section 3, "The Constitution of the Spiritual World," Ch. 1, "Opposition Between the Naturalistic and Personalistic Worlds." Given Husserl's method of "reduction" whereby he sets aside the metaphysical status of objects in the natural world (are they mind-independent or merely ideas?), we wanted to see how he accounts for our ability to directly perceive other people's minds. We don't just perceive their bodies and our own bodies and deduce that others must be like us mentally, but we perceive both our minds and those of others as strata (aspects) of physical bodies. Read along with us, starting on p. 183 (PDF p. 101). Sign up to support Closereads at patreon.com/closereadsphilosophy to get future parts of this discussion plus lots more content. Get all public Closereads episodes at closereadsphilosophy.com or on YouTube.

On Edmund Husserl's Ideas, Vol. 2 (1928), Section 3, “The Constitution of the Spiritual World,” Ch. 1, “Opposition Between the Naturalistic and Personalistic Worlds." Given Husserl's method of “reduction” whereby he sets aside the metaphysical status of objects in the natural world (are they mind-independent or merely ideas?), we wanted to see how he accounts for our ability to directly perceive other people's minds. We don't just perceive their bodies and our own bodies and deduce that others must be like us, but we perceive both our minds and those of others as strata (aspects) of physical bodies. Read along with us, starting on p. 183 (PDF p. 101). You can choose to watch this unedited on video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SENESCENCE AND SENIORHOOD Sooner or later all of us will deal with the people we love growing old.  And if we live long enough, we eventually will have to deal with our own aging as well. Despite the ubiquity of old age, the way American society cares for its seniors is uniquely inadequate with as … Continue reading "Show 631: Naturalistic Support"

Betrayal There are a lot of ways we can feel betrayed. Having our trust violated, or our expectations breached can be deeply emotionally painful.  And during this turbulent time of political unrest our communication with family and friends can be fraught with frustration and disappointment. One way to react is to put up a protective … Continue reading "Show 630: Naturalistic Support"

Is 'natural' always better? We love organic food, herbal remedies, and chemical-free products, but does 'natural' always equate to being safer or healthier? Are we unjustly skeptical of artificial advancements? We thoroughly examine the concept of the naturalistic fallacy! / Motivational Monday (20:31)! On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun

At the Marcus Autism Center, Dr. Kathleen Edmier, BCBA, and Karen Guerra, SLP, work together to bridge the gap between their fields, demonstrating the power of collaboration in supporting individuals with autism. Their work showcases how speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) can align their approaches to maximize positive outcomes.For professionals looking to collaborate, the key lies in relationship building and mutual respect. Shifting from a multidisciplinary to an interdisciplinary model allows for deeper integration of tools and strategies, creating a unified approach to intervention. This partnership also enhances the generalization of procedures and plans, ensuring that individuals and their families receive cohesive and effective support.One of the most impactful areas of collaboration is in addressing complex topics such as verbal imitation and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Despite differences in terminology, both disciplines focus on developing essential social skills. Open dialogue between professionals helps them recognize shared goals and complementary strategies, fostering a more effective and comprehensive support system.For SLPs and BCBAs, embracing collaboration means building a synergistic approach that enhances family support. Prioritizing understanding, flexibility, and mutual respect creates a stronger network of care. By adopting the mindset of "having grace for one another," professionals can work together to drive meaningful progress and improve outcomes for those they serve.#autism #speectherapyWhat's Inside:Bridging SLP-BCBA CollaborationInterdisciplinary vs. Multidisciplinary WorkAligning Goals and StrategiesCollaborating on hot button topics in the field. Mentioned In This Episode:ABA Speech: HomeJoin the aba speech connection membership