Podcasts about premeditation

Send us a textNetflix, New Evidence, and the Menendez Brothers' FateThis conversation delves into the complex and tragic case of the Menendez brothers, exploring their childhood abuse, the murders of their parents, the subsequent trials, and the ongoing legal battles they face. The discussion highlights the impact of trauma on their actions, the intricacies of the legal system, and the recent developments regarding new evidence that could potentially alter their sentences. The conversation delves into the complexities surrounding the parole applications of two brothers, focusing on Governor Newsom's risk assessment, the legal strategies employed, the influence of media on public perception, and the implications of premeditation and trauma in their case. The discussion also highlights the evolving awareness of abuse and its impact on legal outcomes, alongside the political maneuvering involved in the decision-making process.TakeawaysThe Menendez brothers were abused by their father.Their defense was based on the claim of self-defense.The trials were complicated by the brothers having separate juries.The first trial ended in a mistrial due to jury deadlock.In the second trial, much of the abuse evidence was barred.They were sentenced to life without parole in 1996.Both brothers have maintained positive behavior in prison.Recent evidence has emerged that could impact their case.The new prosecutor is reviewing the case for potential clemency.The case continues to evolve with new developments.  Governor Newsom is prioritizing public safety in parole assessments.The brothers' family supports their release, citing rehabilitation efforts.Media portrayal can significantly influence public opinion on legal cases.Premeditation in the brothers' actions raises ethical questions.Awareness of abuse has evolved, affecting legal defenses today.The political implications of clemency decisions are significant.Public threat assessments are crucial in parole decisions.The conversation reflects on trauma responses post-crime.Future legal changes may impact similar cases.Engagement with the audience is encouraged for diverse perspectives.Support the showhttps://www.wewinewhenever.com/

Join us as we decompress from the events of Episode 29 of Mindscapes and Magic!  We unpack and discuss the ramifications of what has happened, theory craft, and check in with both players and characters on their mental and emotional states.  With Casey Gibson (GM), Christian Snyder (Aleksander), Derek Rogers (Kadima), Haley Rognstad (Eldon), and Jason Wyde (Zelda). Follow us on social media through our Linktree at linktr.ee/mindscapesandmagic This is an NC Cutting Edge Counseling production. If you or anyone you know is in need of mental health help in North Carolina please check out nccec.com for details on counseling.  Other resources include: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI.org, Education, Support, advocacy, fundraising for mental illness Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA): SAMSHA.gov Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

The party finally lands in Breden. Can they keep their heads down long enough to make it through the night? Content warning; Explicit language, violence, mass casualty, and alcohol use/abuse, violence against a minor Follow us on social media through our Linktree at linktr.ee/mindscapesandmagic If you enjoyed this episode and want to experience D&D live in person or online, GM Casey Gibson (@gamemaster.casey on Instagram) hosts therapeutic gaming groups! Head on over to nccec.com to sign up today!  This is an NC Cutting Edge Counseling production. If you or anyone you know is in need of mental health help in North Carolina please check out nccec.com for details on counseling.  Other resources include: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI.org, Education, Support, advocacy, fundraising for mental illness Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA): SAMSHA.gov Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the latest on the Luigi Mangione case. They explain the legal nuances of the charges against him, the premeditation and intent behind his actions, and the implications of his crimes on victims and society. Nancy and Sheryl also examine broader issues, such as the public's controversial support of Mangione, the legal distinctions between murder charges, and the growing concern over ghost guns. Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup (0:10) Sheryl introduces the updates on the Luigi Mangione case (1:00) Public reaction and outrage (3:00) Legal breakdown of murder 1 vs. murder 2 (8:00) Human trafficking and poaching routes (9:30) Evidence and investigation details (14:00) Connection to past infamous cases (17:00) Family impact and emotional toll (23:30) Ghost guns and legal implications (30:00) Personal reflections and closing thoughts --- Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/ Connect with Nancy: X: @nancygrace Instagram: @thenancygrace Facebook: @nancygrace Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Connect with Sheryl: Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com X: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode delves deep into the infamous 2001 shoe bomber incident involving Richard Reid. It uncovers the complexities behind Reid's attempted bombing on American Airlines Flight 63, revealing a chilling web of international terrorism, radical networks, and airport security vulnerabilities. By examining Reid's background, his radicalisation journey, and the broader implications of his actions, the discussion highlights the evolving nature of terrorism, the balance between security and freedom, and what can be learned to prevent future threats. The conversation provides a comprehensive look at how Reid's failed attempt continues to influence global security measures and the societal response to extremism.00:00 Introduction to the Shoe Bomber Story00:39 The Attempted Attack on Flight 6301:22 The Explosives and Security Measures02:24 Reid's Reconnaissance Mission03:03 Connections to a Larger Network04:33 Reid's Troubled Background05:13 Radicalization in Prison05:56 Influence of Radical Mosques06:38 The Infection Model of Recruitment07:04 Reed's Path to Extremism08:23 Understanding the Motivations10:32 The Role of Ideology and Personal Resentment11:15 The Dangerous Combination of Extremist Ideology and Personal Grievance11:46 The Power of Group Dynamics in Reinforcing Extremist Beliefs12:52 Reed's Premeditation and Training13:43 The Complex Profile of a Terrorist14:23 Preventing Radicalization: Recognizing Warning Signs15:39 The Impact of Reed's Failed Attack on Airport Security17:09 Balancing Security and Liberty in a Post-9/11 World19:24 The Evolving Nature of the Terrorist Threat20:36 Concluding Thoughts: Awareness, Understanding, and Engagement Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn this episode of our series on crafting a Stoic daily routine, we focus on how to build effective work rituals. These rituals are designed to help you find deeper meaning and purpose in whatever form of work you do—whether it's a formal job, creative endeavor, or a personal project like martial arts. Here are the key highlights from the episode:Episode Notes:1. Broadening the Definition of WorkWork doesn't have to be limited to a traditional career. We explore how to recognize anything you spend time on and take seriously as your “work”—whether it's drawing, studying martial arts, or any passion project.2. Pre-Work Ritual: Six Key PointsInspired by John Yates' "The Mind Illuminated," we dive into a six-step preparation ritual that helps set the stage for a successful work session.Key elements include defining your motivation, setting specific goals, acknowledging expectations, committing to diligence, addressing potential distractions, and preparing your work environment.3. Finding Enjoyment in Your WorkWe discuss the importance of enjoying the process rather than seeing work as a box to tick off your list. Finding ways to enjoy your work not only makes it more sustainable but also enriches the entire experience.4. The Power of a Performance StatementDevelop a performance statement as an affirmation to keep you on track. For example: “Every time I get distracted, I will make a note of the distraction and return to the task.” This simple tool helps reinforce positive behavior and mindfulness during work.5. Work as MeditationApplying a meditative mindset to work helps you stay present and focused. Just like mindfulness meditation, when you lose focus, gently redirecting yourself back to the task at hand can transform your productivity and mindset.6. Post-Work ReflectionReflecting on what went well after each work session is crucial. Focus on three positive outcomes to reinforce growth and keep yourself motivated.7. Working with Others: The EAR AcronymGood communication during collaboration can be broken down into Empathy, Assertiveness, and Respect (EAR). This simple framework helps improve how you navigate work relationships and difficult dynamics.8. Premeditation of AdversityInspired by Marcus Aurelius, we explore the Stoic practice of **premeditating potential obstacles** to remain calm and composed during challenging moments at work. It's not about being negative but about being preparedResources Mentioned:John Yates' "The Mind Illuminated"** – The inspiration behind the six-point pre-work ritual.Three Pillars of Skillful Communication Cheat Sheet – Get immediate access to premium Stoic meditation courses, exclusive community, straight-to-the-point lessons, and Q&As created by Jon Brooks. Includes a 7-day free trial.

This week, Deanna covers the controversial case of Ashley Benefield (and Doug Benefield) (starts at (12:30)) At the end, we talk about people who are ugly hot. CHECK OUT our new merch store!  Please remember to subscribe and rate us/review us! Follow us on Instagram! Become a patron and support us via Patreon! Email us your f*cked up stories at NFWpodcast@gmail.com we'd love to hear from you! C U Next Tuesday!

New testimony about Chad Daybell followers hearing voices. Did that lead to murder and who else is involved in the murders of Charles, Tammy, JJ and Tylee. Chad Daybell, Lividity, Livor Mortis, Rigor Mortis and Foam. How Reincarnation Justifies Murder | Profiling Evil And now there's reincarnation in the mix. Can it justify adultery and murder? Defining Castings and Blessings in the Chad Daybell Trial. Was the decision to kill three people Revelation or Premeditation? Chad Dayell faces a jury of his peers for the murder of his wife Tammy Daybell, 7-year-old Joshua "JJ Vallow and JJ's big sister Tylee Ryan. Daybell's co-conspirator, Lori Vallow Daybell has already been convicted of all three murders.=======================================Get the ProfilingEvil coaster set, stickers and pen: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/profilingevilSpecial Discount for CrimeCon Nashville Registration with this code: PROFILINGEVIL at https://www.crimecon.com/CC24Catch up on all things Profiling Evil at: www.ProfilingEvil.com and sign up for the BOLO, our newsletter that's only available to subscribers.SUPPORT our Podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1213394/support

What did Chad Daybell have to say after Tammy death? Let's get her buried seems to be it, along with "where is the life insurance money" Let's talk about the murders of Tammy, JJ and Tylee. Lividity, Livor Mortis, Rigor Mortis and Foam. How Reincarnation Justifies Murder | Profiling Evil And now there's reincarnation in the mix. Can it justify adultry and murder? Defining Castings and Blessings in the Chad Daybell Trial. Was the decision to kill three people Revelation or Premeditation? Chad Dayell faces a jury of his peers for the murder of his wife Tammy Daybell, 7-year-old Joshua "JJ Vallow and JJ's big sister Tylee Ryan. Daybell's co-conspirator, Lori Vallow Daybell has already been convicted of all three murders.=======================================Get the ProfilingEvil coaster set, stickers and pen: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/profilingevilSpecial Discount for CrimeCon Nashville Registration with this code: PROFILINGEVIL at https://www.crimecon.com/CC24Catch up on all things Profiling Evil at: www.ProfilingEvil.com and sign up for the BOLO, our newsletter that's only available to subscribers.SUPPORT our Podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1213394/support

Don't miss this special podcast where I talk with Lori Daybell's brother Adam Cox and her uncle Rex Conner. We're going to chat about how this happened and the day their fantasy became murder. Chad Daybell, Lividity, Livor Mortis, Rigor Mortis and Foam. How Reincarnation Justifies Murder | Profiling Evil And now there's reincarnation in the mix. Can it justify adultry and murder? Defining Castings and Blessings in the Chad Daybell Trial. Was the decision to kill three people Revelation or Premeditation? Chad Dayell faces a jury of his peers for the murder of his wife Tammy Daybell, 7-year-old Joshua "JJ Vallow and JJ's big sister Tylee Ryan. Daybell's co-conspirator, Lori Vallow Daybell has already been convicted of all three murders.=======================================Get the ProfilingEvil coaster set, stickers and pen: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/profilingevilSpecial Discount for CrimeCon Nashville Registration with this code: PROFILINGEVIL at https://www.crimecon.com/CC24Catch up on all things Profiling Evil at: www.ProfilingEvil.com and sign up for the BOLO, our newsletter that's only available to subscribers.SUPPORT our Podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1213394/support

Chad Daybell, How Reincarnation Justifies Murder | Profiling Evil And now there's reincarnation in the mix. Can it justify adultry and murder? Defining Castings and Blessings in the Chad Daybell Trial. Was the decision to kill three people Revelation or Premeditation? Chad Dayell faces a jury of his peers for the murder of his wife Tammy Daybell, 7-year-old Joshua "JJ Vallow and JJ's big sister Tylee Ryan. Daybell's co-conspirator, Lori Vallow Daybell has already been convicted of all three murders.=======================================Get the ProfilingEvil coaster set, stickers and pen: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/profilingevilSpecial Discount for CrimeCon Nashville Registration with this code: PROFILINGEVIL at https://www.crimecon.com/CC24Catch up on all things Profiling Evil at: www.ProfilingEvil.com and sign up for the BOLO, our newsletter that's only available to subscribers.SUPPORT our Podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1213394/support

We seem to have, in the last few months, had a lot of religious guests, and through that we've had a lot of conversations about how religiosity can be in direct conflict with queerness, and all the issues that that can create. But what we haven't really talked about are the similarities between religion and queerness. And, to be fair, there probably aren't that many, but what stuck out for me in this week's conversation is that they both offer community and the promise of belonging. And that might not have specifically been what this week's guest, Dr Luke Wilson, was seeking in either, but that's what stood out for me in this conversation. Luke was an Evangelical Christian in his teens and 20s, and though that provided certainty in some aspects of his life, it also threw up a whole host of questions and points of conflict for him. And, it was at an unknown gay bar in Albuquerque, New Mexico (where he happened to be visiting for a conference) that he got a proper peek at what it might mean if he left religion behind and embraced his queerness. Find out more in this week's episode. Follow me Instagram: www.instagram.com/lostspacespod Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/lostspacespod⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lostspacespod Support me Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lostspacespod Takeaways Evangelicalism can have a profound impact on personal identity and sexuality, often leading to feelings of anger and frustration. Motivations for embracing evangelicalism can include the desire for community and the need to appease family members. Evangelical beliefs can be intellectually inconsistent and resistant to questioning. Transitioning away from a religious community can involve untangling one's life and finding new sources of support and community. Entering a gay bar for the first time can be an exhilarating and transformative experience, especially for individuals who have repressed their sexuality due to religious or societal pressures. Premeditation and repression often accompany the exploration of one's queerness, as individuals navigate the tension between their desires and their religious or moral beliefs. The queer community can provide a sense of belonging and authenticity that may be lacking in other areas of life, allowing individuals to embrace their true selves. Early encounters and experiences with same-sex attraction can be confusing and awkward, often leaving individuals with feelings of guilt and shame. Living authentically and allowing lived experiences to shape one's beliefs can lead to a more fulfilling and genuine life, even if it means challenging previously held religious or moral frameworks. The process of self-acceptance and embracing one's queer identity can be a profound and transformative experience. Finding a supportive community of like-minded individuals can be instrumental in navigating the challenges of coming out and living authentically. Religious upbringings can create internal conflicts and feelings of shame and guilt for queer individuals. Conversion therapy is a harmful and ineffective practice that can lead to further self-hatred and emotional distress. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/k-anderson/message

In a shocking case of senseless violence, 19-year-old Brian Cohee II brutally murders and dismembers a homeless man, Warren Barnes, in Grand Junction, Colorado, leaving the community questioning the killer's sanity and motive as disturbing details of his past and the gruesome crime come to light during a high-profile trial. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting apps: https://talkmurder.com/subscribeSupport us on patreon: https://patreon.com/talkmurderSee our technology: https://talkmurder.com/gearContent warning: the true crime stories discussed on this podcast can involve graphic and disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.Fair use disclaimer: some materials used in this work are included under the fair use doctrine for educational purposes. Any copyrighted materials are owned by their respective copyright holders. Questions regarding use of copyrighted materials may be directed to legal [@] Talkocast.com

In a shocking case that has garnered national attention, 13-year-old Derek Rosa stands accused of brutally stabbing his mother to death as she slept beside her newborn baby, leaving a Florida community grappling with questions of juvenile justice, mental health, and the capacity of young offenders to understand the consequences of their actions. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting apps: https://talkmurder.com/subscribeSupport us on patreon: https://patreon.com/talkmurderSee our technology: https://talkmurder.com/gearContent warning: the true crime stories discussed on this podcast can involve graphic and disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.Fair use disclaimer: some materials used in this work are included under the fair use doctrine for educational purposes. Any copyrighted materials are owned by their respective copyright holders. Questions regarding use of copyrighted materials may be directed to legal [@] Talkocast.com

This episode delves into Seneca's profound insights on anger, offering a Stoic perspective on how to manage this intense emotion. Seneca, a luminary in Stoic philosophy, teaches us that anger stems from unmet expectations and can be mitigated through self-awareness, preparation, and understanding. By exploring his strategies, we uncover practical methods for facing daily irritants, such as traffic annoyances, with calm and resilience. Join us as we navigate Seneca's wisdom to cultivate a more peaceful mind and harmonious life. Key Takeaways: ✅ Seneca describes anger as a form of temporary madness that disrupts peace and reason. ✅ Premeditation on potential frustrations, like traffic delays, helps in managing reactions. ✅ Embracing forgiveness and empathy towards others can diffuse anger. ✅ Self-reflection and control over our responses are essential for tranquility.

In this episode, Kelly tells the story of a robbery turns deadly when a hate crime is exposed. An intense investigation begins in an effort to bring justice to the victims and prevent future incidents of violence.Timestamps:0:02:39 Introduction to the Case of Robert Schaefer0:09:18 The discussion turns to plans of robbing people0:13:26 Planning the Robbery and Gathering Weapons0:15:38 Premeditation and Hate Crime Motive0:20:25 Self-Hatred and Overcompensating: A Possible Motive0:27:39 The interaction and trust-building with the attackers0:32:14 The Suspicious Journey Begins at Sunoco Gas Station0:36:42 The Men's Fate Sealed at the Dead End Driveway0:41:15 Desperation Mounts as they Encounter a Stop Sign0:45:52 Brutal Execution: Denny's Tragic Fate0:48:19 Planning the Disposal of the Car and Evidence0:55:03 Robert's suspicious behavior and confession to shooting two people0:57:44 Robert's plan to turn himself in and manipulate his brother-in-law

1. Murder: First Degree, Second Degree, Felony Murder Rule. Murder is considered one of the most heinous crimes and is heavily penalized. It involves the unlawful killing of another human being and is categorized based on the defendant's intent and the circumstances surrounding the killing. First-Degree Murder. Definition and Elements: First-degree murder is characterized by premeditation and deliberation. It involves planning the murder before it is carried out and is considered the most serious form of homicide. Premeditation and Deliberation: Premeditation means the defendant thought about the murder before it occurred, and deliberation implies the defendant considered the choice to kill and made a decision to do so. These elements distinguish first-degree murder from other forms of homicide. Examples and Application: Common scenarios include killings involving lying in wait, poison, or other pre-planned methods. Second-Degree Murder. Definition and Elements: Second-degree murder is typically defined as an intentional killing that is not premeditated or planned, nor committed in a reasonable "heat of passion." Malice Aforethought: This form of murder requires malice aforethought, meaning the defendant had a reckless disregard for human life. It is less severe than first-degree murder but still represents a serious form of homicide. Examples and Application: This might include impulsive killings or situations where the intent to kill forms on the spot. Felony Murder Rule. Definition and Application: The felony murder rule applies when a death occurs during the commission or attempted commission of a felony. The rule allows a defendant to be charged with first-degree murder if a death – even an accidental one – occurs during certain felonies, such as robbery or arson. Rationale and Limitations: The rationale behind the rule is to deter felons from using lethal violence during the commission of a felony. However, some jurisdictions have limitations on the application of this rule, often requiring that the death be a foreseeable result of the felony. 2. Manslaughter: Voluntary and Involuntary. Manslaughter is a less severe form of homicide compared to murder, often categorized based on the defendant's state of mind and circumstances of the act. Voluntary Manslaughter. Definition and Elements: Voluntary manslaughter involves killing in the "heat of passion" in response to provocation. This provocation must be such that it would cause a reasonable person to lose self-control. Heat of Passion: The key element here is that the defendant must not have had time to "cool off" between the provocation and the killing. It mitigates, but does not excuse, the killing. Examples and Application: This might include killing a spouse upon immediately discovering their infidelity. Involuntary Manslaughter. Definition and Elements: Involuntary manslaughter occurs when a death results from a reckless act or criminal negligence. It does not involve the intent to kill or cause serious harm. Criminal Negligence: The defendant's actions must demonstrate a gross deviation from a reasonable standard of care, showing a disregard for human life. Examples and Application: A common example is vehicular homicide, where reckless driving leads to someone's death. 3. Negligent Homicide. Negligent homicide involves causing the death of another through criminal negligence. It's a less serious form of homicide compared to murder and manslaughter. Definition and Elements: This crime occurs when a person's negligence is so grossly negligent that it becomes criminal. This typically involves a failure to be aware of a substantial and unjustifiable risk that constitutes a gross deviation from the standard of conduct that a law-abiding person would observe in the actor's situation. Distinction from Manslaughter: The key difference between negligent homicide and involuntary manslaughter often lies in the degree of negligence. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/law-school/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/law-school/support

Tirzah and Erica discuss the state of YA cozy mysteries and mention a few to TBR. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What's Up in YA newsletter! It's happening, readers — we're bringing paperbacks! Whether you (or a reader you know and love) hate carrying around bulky hardcovers, you're on a budget, you want a wider range of recommendations, or all of the above, you can now get a paperback subscription from TBR, curated just for you by one of our Bibliologists. The holidays are here, and we've got three different levels for gifting to suit every budget. Get all the details at mytbr.co. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. News The best YA audiobooks of 2023 Books and Articles Discussed Diverse Cozy Mysteries Make Room for the New Cozy Mysteries— We Want More The Apothecary Diaries by Natsu Hyuuga and Nekokurage A Spy in the House by Y.S. Lee Duels & Deception by Cindy Anstey The Marvelous by Claire Kann Goldie Vance by Hope Larson, illustrated by Brittney Williams Lucy Clark Will Not Apologize by Margot Rabb The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes The Secret Key by Lena Jones Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price Other authors mentioned: Ally Carter, Nancy Springer, Olivia Twist, Aya de León Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tirzah and Erica discuss some of the prettiest and most extra YA books to gift others (or yourself!) this holiday season. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What's Up in YA newsletter! It's happening, readers — we're bringing paperbacks! Whether you hate carrying around bulky hardcovers, you're on a budget, you want a wider range of recommendations, or all of the above, you can now get a paperback subscription from TBR, curated just for you by one of our Bibliologists. You can also gift it (and the holidays, they are coming.) Get all the details at mytbr.co. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. News A First Time for Everything by Dan Santat won the National Book Award for Young People's Literature My Life with the Walter Boys adaptation hits Netflix December 7, trailer just dropped. Pink gives away 2,000 banned books at Florida concerts No Shadow and Bone season 3 *crying forever* Books Discussed The Davenports by Krystal Marquis Eragon illustrated edition by Christopher Paolini, illustrated by Sidharth Chaturvedi Sleepless in Dubai by Sajni Patel Finding My Elf by David Valdes Emmett by L.C. Rosen The Do-Over by Lynn Painter (Barnes & Noble edition) Love in Winter Wonderland by Abiola Bello Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell, 10th anniversary edition Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price Coloring Cuteness Claire Belton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi there! I am currently dealing with the first hurricane here of the season and unfortunately I wasn't as prepped as I would've liked to have been. Therefore, please enjoy this previously released Patreon exclusive!   Find Bethanie here: linktr.ee/princekaifanpod → Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Barelybookish → Merch: https://barelybookish.threadless.com/ → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barelybookish/ → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barelybookish?lang=en → Twitter: https://twitter.com/barelybookish → Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/barelybookish/profile → Barely Book Club: https://discord.gg/RpznKHq   About Us:   Barely Bookish is a book podcast where Rachel reads through classic literature and modern classics to see if they hold up to modern readers. In this, Rachel and a guest take deep dives into the novels you know and love, making it perfect for people who have read these books in school or those who have never read them before. New episodes come out every Wednesday. Find out more about the podcast over at https://barelybookish.com/.     → Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/BarelyBookish

Rev. Mark Miller continues in his series on The Sermon on the Mount, with today's message coming from Matthew 5:21-26.

Join me and Rachel from Barely Bookish podcast to discuss a YA murder mystery retelling of Pride and Prejudice! Synopsis:When a scandalous murder shocks London high society, seventeen-year-old aspiring lawyer Lizzie Bennet seizes the opportunity to prove herself, despite the interference of Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, the stern young heir to the prestigious firm Pemberley Associates.Convinced the authorities have imprisoned the wrong person, Lizzie vows to solve the murder on her own. But as the case—and her feelings for Darcy—become more complicated, Lizzie discovers that her dream job could make her happy, but it might also get her killed.Three of Jane Austen's classic novels receive a murder mystery makeover in this romantic and thrilling three-book series.This podcast is hosted and produced by Bethanie Finger with special guest @barelybookish and featuring the novel by @tirzah.price Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DWM presents Think Fast, episode 5 "Premeditation" Written by Cari Zahn, Megan Burnside, and Chris Burnside Directed by Darlene Spencer Distributed by Realm Finley struggles with her guilt and seeks advice from her dad. Raine and Nell try to keep up an appearance of normalcy. Check out https://www.daytonwritersmovement.com/thinkfast for more info on the show, cast, transcripts, and merch. Think Fast Trigger List: https://www.daytonwritersmovement.com/thinkfasttriggers Connect with us: Twitter: @dwmpresents Instagram: dwmpresents Think Fast is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, places, and/or events is purely coincidental. Copyright 2023 Dayton Writers Movement ltd. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Lisa Guy failed to show up for work after Thanksgiving weekend, a wellness check led to a discovery straight out of a horror movie; the bodies of Lisa and Joel Guy dismembered and scattered across the house. A handwritten journal, dubbed by prosecutors as the “Book of Premeditation,” led police to arrest someone incredibly close to the victims: their own son, Joel Guy Jr. This week's Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition of the original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is titled “Holiday Horror.” To stream more Court TV originals, click here.

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In this episode I am sitting down with author Tirzah Price to discuss her upcoming book Manslaughter Park, which is the 3rd book in her Jane Austen murder master series including Pride and Premeditation and Sense and Second Degree Murder. It was so wonderful to chat to Tirzah about her love of Jane Austen, how the series came about and her writing experience as she captures the essence of Jane Austen characters, but gives them a wonderful Agatha Christie twist. Manslaughter park is available for pre-order! Buy Tirzah's books: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/episode-mentions Out in the US 27th June and 31st August in the UK. Thanks again to our sponsor Haus of Bennet: https://hausofbennet.com/ Use code whatthediscount at the checkout for 15% off! and you will also be supporting the Podcast

A Case of Premeditation is one of Freeman's inverted detective stories, also referred to as a "locked room mystery" featuring his favorite medical-forensic investigator, Dr. Thorndyke. It was first published in McClure's Magazine, August, 1910. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hmphaudiobooks/support

Interpretations of Exodus; "Commandment"; Explaining the Law of Nature; Big Bang Theory; Intelligent Design; Diversity in atheism; "Leaven"; Waiting upon the Holy Spirit; When in doubt, Don't!; Still-small voice; God's people?; Living by faith - or by force; Understanding the commandments; Baptism; "Son of God"?; Cooking meat and milk?; Levels of love; Sabbath; Corvee system of statutory labor; FDR; Tribute; Rituals and ceremonies; Moses' government; Protection draws subjection; "Worship"; Misunderstood rules; Taking God's name; Keeping holy the Sabbath; Personal ritual? Or way of life?; Debt; Honoring father and mother; "Fatten"?; Making the word of God of none effect; Adulterating - bodies, environment, neighbors…; Stealing; Bearing false witness; Coveting; Fear not!; Golden calf; Altars; Free societies; Taking the Lord's name in vain; Breeches?; Juries; Lowerarchy; Ex 21:1 - judgements - explanations of Natural Law; Buying servants?; Selling yourself; "Frank" marriages; Domestic relations - Husband and Wife; "Marriage"; Who's your master?; Freemen; Law? Or instructions?; Judges = gods; City-states vs Republics; Protecting women; Cost of injury; Death?; Premeditation; Lay in wait - concealed weapon?; Deciding fact and law; Appeals courts; Stoning?; Recognizing metaphor; Fear of being shunned; Don't bite your neighbor.

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Another one has crawled out of the dust and flopped in the cesspool of mother killers like Diane Downs and Susan Smith. Why do parents kill their children? In the case of Lindsay Clancy, it was either “a moment of psychosis” or (allegedly) meticulously thought out. Premeditation or not peace to the victims. Her children: Cora, Dawson, and Callan. Sources:Funeral GoFundMe Clancy ArraignmentHistorical Facts

Jamie Ryder is the founder of Stoic Athenaeum. He's on a mission to make philosophy sexy and down to earth. He's focused on breaking stigmas about mental health and leadership. He says that everyone has a philosophy they live by every day and the more they understand their philosophy, the more they will know how to communicate with others. Listen in for wisdom on stepping back for a wider view to move forward. https://bit.ly/TLP-344   Key Takeaways [1:57] When Jamie was young, he wanted to be either a wrestler or a writer; two different types of storytelling. He always liked the larger-than-life characters of wrestling. When he was 16, he trained as a wrestler in Manchester. But while wrestling was fascinating, he had more aspirations to write stories. [4:32] Jamie believes philosophy needs to be lived. He has never been trained in philosophy academically. He describes the attraction Stoic philosophy holds for him, including the mental health aspect of it. Everybody has a philosophy or values they show up in the world with, that makes them who they are. It's something that you live and breathe. [5:54] Jamie believes there are therapeutic mental health benefits to philosophy. [6:44] Philosophy permits you to be vulnerable with yourself. There is always an amount of uncertainty you will have to deal with. Stoicism helps Jamie identify the things he can or can't control and navigate uncertain situations, such as the pandemic. [7:17] Jamie recommends two practical exercises: “The Premeditation of Adversity,” attributed to Seneca, and “The View from Above,” by Marcus Aurelius. The Premeditation of Adversity builds resilience. Imagine the worst-case scenario and prepare for it. It helps Jamie calm down any anxiety he has about upcoming events. The View from Above is to take a high-level perspective of a situation. [10:01] Give yourself permission to carve out time to practice The Premeditation of Adversity before events and The View from Above after events. [12:00] By studying philosophy, Jamie learned that values are intrinsic in us and we have the power to make experiences make sense to us. By looking at different philosophers and schools of thought, Jamie instilled their activities and lessons into his life. Philosophy is a lot of small acts you do again and again. It becomes accessible and habit-forming as you repeat the exercises. [13:43] Jamie would recommend that you start exploring philosophy with Meditations, by Marcus Aurelius. You don't need to know philosophy or Stoicism to understand Meditations. Marcus Aurelius was journaling for himself, 2,000 years ago. You can see he was trying to be an honorable person. If he had a bad day, he tried something different. On the second reading, it took on new meaning for Jamie. [15:09] Jamie also recommends Letters from a Stoic, by Seneca. Seneca was writing to his friend, distilling lessons he'd learned over a lifetime. You can pick one letter to read a day, and you will find something that resonates with you today from 2,000 years ago. [15:36] Stoicism was Jamie's gateway into philosophy. He has also studied Skepticism, Existentialism, and Epicureanism. Another book recommendation Jamie gives is The Essays, by Michel de Montaigne. What de Montaigne wrote about a few hundred years ago are the same issues people face day in and day out. [18:09] Jamie explains the symbiotic relationship between creativity and curiosity. [20:10] Stoic philosophy involves stepping back and slowing down, which is different from typical business goals. At its crux, it's about trying to focus on what you can control and what you can't control. It means taking a break from things. [21:45] Jamie shares tips for creative writing for business: have a tone-of-voice guide beforehand and then you can push the message across social media, emails, and wherever you need to be to communicate that message. Create it in a voice that makes sense to you and has a connection to the audience you are trying to build community with. [23:30] Michel de Montaigne created the genre of philosophical writings known as essays. He created boundaries around himself where he could be alone, take a moment to breathe, and be himself. [26:36] Writing tips: Start with writing a stream of consciousness. This goes back to de Montaigne. Create an environment where you feel comfortable, such as going for a walk or an activity that you are happy to do. Take a step back, then go back to it. Read as much as possible and pick out ideas you might not have thought about before. Distill it down into what you are trying to create on the page. [28:05] To learn storytelling, start with authenticity. “This is my story. I've been through this and it makes sense to me. It communicates to the audience, as well.” It needs to have substance and reflect your values and principles. If there is a cause you support, you need to have the substance behind it, as well. Use ethical rhetoric to support a cause that has substance. [29:13] Cicero used rhetoric to great effect. Aristotle introduced the three proofs: Logos, Pathos, and Ethos. [30:28] Leaders need to be concerned about their people; they need to learn to lead themselves so they can lead others. Logos is for persuasion. Ethos is your character. Pathos is connecting with people and empowering them to share their emotions or connect with their customers. Others have different views. [32:18] Jamie's storytelling advice to leaders: Ask questions and learn from the stories of people around you but “You need your personal values that work into that to create your unique and authentic story, as well. … I would just always remember that it's always a learning experience.” [34:49] Closing quote: Remember, “A man who fears suffering is already suffering from what he fears.” — Michel de Montaigne   Quotable Quotes “When I was young, I either chose to be a wrestler or a writer; [they're] different types of storytelling. … I chose to be a writer but I will always appreciate what [wrestling] taught me.” “There is a tendency to say that philosophy can seem quite high-minded or academic, … where it's not, because it is something that you live and breathe.” “Prior to the pandemic, I felt quite burnt out about a few things, but then, while discovering the subject of philosophy, it clicked, in the sense that it's something that you can control within the Stoic aspect. … From a mental health aspect, it made a lot of sense for me.” “I would always recommend Marcus Aurelius's Meditations, because that, to me, is a book that you don't even need to know what philosophy is, or Stoicism is, to really get to it. In context, Marcus was literally just writing to himself 2,000 years ago.” “It's about balance, as well. … Sometimes you do need to take that step back and just reassess.” “[To write effectively,] create an environment for yourself where you feel comfortable. … Read as much as possible, … picking ideas from things that are outside your comfort zone, … and then just distilling it down.” “It starts with authenticity. … Creating that sense that ‘This is my story,' or “I've been through this.'”   Resources Mentioned Theleadershippodcast.com Sponsored by: Darley.com Rafti Advisors. LLC Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC Jamie Ryder Stoic Athenaeum WWE The Premeditation of Adversity Seneca Marcus Aurelius Limitless with Chris Hemsworth Meditations, by Marcus Aurelius Letters from a Stoic, by Lucius Annaeus Seneca Skepticism Existentialism Epicureanism The Essays, by Michel de Montaigne Mike Lerario Donald Robertson Schopenhauer Cicero Aristotle and the three proofs

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Remember, we welcome comments, questions and suggested topics at thewonderpodcastQs@gmail.com   S3E42 TRANSCRIPT: ----more---- Yucca: Welcome back to the Wonder Science-Based Paganism. I'm one of your hosts, Yucca, Mark: And I'm the other one, Mark. Yucca: and today we're talking about surviving the holidays as a pagan. Mark: right? Yucca: Yes. So welcome to December . Here we are. There's, there's a lot to go into with this, and later on in the month we're gonna come back and talk about the different traditions and projects and things that you can do. But today we're gonna start with the, the kind. The, the more secular approach to the holidays and all of the family expectations and all of that cultural stuff that's going on. They kind of, everybody shares regardless of whether they're Pagan or Christian or whatever they are. Mark: Yeah, exactly. One of the things that is very weird about the mainstream culture is that it, it seems to load nearly all of its holiday festivity into a five week period or six week period at the end of the year, when historically there would've been. Celebrations around the course of the year, you know, harvest holidays and, and so forth. And there would've been. You know, several days taken out to celebrate those things. And so it seems as though with all of this ology compressed to this very short period of time, it can just be very overwhelming for people and it can give them a sense of never quite doing it well enough, Yucca: yeah. Mark: right? That that feeling of the obligation to make it perfect and that it never is quite Yucca: right? It's supposed to be special. It's supposed to be this magical, but, but, but, but, but, but yeah. Mark: right. Yucca: And whenever I hear people talk about it, There's almost always this underlying, there's this exhaustion behind it, right? There's this, there's an excitement about it and there's so many wonderful things, but people just seem so exhausted just because of what you were talking about. Trying to get all of that in, take a whole year's jolliness, and stick it into those few months or few weeks, excuse me, not months. Mark: Yes. And I think, you know, some of that is this sort of set of unfair expectations that we put on people to, you know, to create this. Event Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: set of events. But I also think that there's other stressors that go into that, into that mix. You know, it's like you're gonna have to deal with your family more if you, if you do that, you know, for most people it's like, okay, I'm gonna have to deal with my family more. Well, there are usually, for most people, there are stressors around that. Yucca: Right. Even if you, even if you dearly, dearly love your family, there's all of those dynamics I find getting back together with my siblings. You know, we're adults. We've been adults for decades, but instantly it's like we're children again with this. Same, you know, picking on each other and all of the ridiculousness, you know, and, and we have a, a pretty decent relationship. But that's even with a decent relationship that, you know, there's still all of that, all of those emotions. Mark: Sure, sure. And I think that, you know, with parents particularly, you know, parents will treat you like a child for your whole life. Un unless they're really pretty together, parents Yucca: Well, Mark: figure out that you've, you've finally grown up. Yucca: but it's hard that all kind of blurs together. Right. You know, it was yesterday. They were changing your diapers. Mark: Right, right. And you know, this brings, you know, it brings you into engagement with philosophies of parenting, right? Because maybe the grandparents just want to indulge, indulge, indulge, indulge. And you as a parent have to put some breaks on that and say, no, I'm sorry. You know, candy for breakfast doesn't work. Yucca: Or enforcing that the kids get to have boundaries. The kid gets to say no, you know, or things like that, you know, Mark: Yes, you do not. Yucca: particular thing is that Mark: do not have to hug Weird Uncle Ralph Yucca: Yeah. So, and then, you know, on top of that, in, at least here in the Northern hemisphere, the weather has changed. We're in a colder time of year. People are indoors. There tends to be more illness, and we're not even taking into account, you know, covid or anything like that, but just people are, there's, people aren't always feeling good this time of year, and we're encouraged to be eating all of these sweets and foods that we normally wouldn't eat. And so, We're putting ourselves in these, yeah, more alcohol. We're just in a more vulnerable place emotionally and physically and asking so much of ourselves at the same time and so much of others, Mark: Right. Right. And that Then, oh, Yucca: buy everything. We're being asked to buy everything and be told about how it won't be magical without it, and you need this and you need that, and you're getting tricked by, by companies that spend millions and millions of dollars to get your attention. Mark: Yeah. And that of, I mean, the, the financial stresses, you know, that's a whole other level of stressor that, you know, that happens with Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: And Yucca: And this year particular, right? That's something that happens every year, but there's a lot of challenges right now with all of that, just, you know, on a global level. Mark: Right, right. Yeah. So there's all that. And then if you were of an a. Religion. Then there's the layer of, okay, well how do I then live in a a way that I find fulfilling and meaningful? And not run a ground on somebody else's judgments. Right. Whether it's that you're weird or that you're evil , it's, you know, because either of those are pretty, yeah. Either of those are pretty unpleasant to wear, honestly. And so that's this sort of brew that the holidays is, right? It's all those kinds of things. The long list of. Tasks that have to be done and the decorating and the the buying and the just everything. Plus. You know, wanting to be as a non theist pig and wanting to say, you know, actually it's the winter solstice for me. That's, that's what I consider most meaningful. And here's what I'm gonna do to carve out some time to observe that on top of Christmas or Hanukkah or, you know, whatever, whatever more mainstream holidays you may be going to celebrate. Yucca: And I wanna pause this here for a second and say, it might sound like we're sounding a lot like wrenches right now. We are both Mark and I adore the holidays, and this time of year we're just starting with the, okay, how are we gonna address the, the self care and the balancing? And again, next week we're gonna get into here's some fantastic traditions and things you can do. But, but that we do really need to look at it from lots of different angles, right? And underst. , there is stress and we do need to take care of ourselves during this time period, as well as the, the more joyous side of it all. Mark: That's right because the hope, of course, is that we come out of the holidays feeling fed, right, feeling energized by all of the, the festivity that we've had. Even if it's tiring we can catch up on sleep, but you know, to feel as though we've had these meaningful kind of golden moments in the course of, of going through the holidays. That's, that's really the goal. And in order for that to happen, you gotta take care of yourself in the meantime. Otherwise, the current of the holidays will just sweep you along and That's a very out of control feeling, and it's not good for you. Yucca: Yeah, so why don't we start with the kind of commercialism side, right? How, what are some strategies that people can have to be more aware of that and more intentional with it? Mark: Okay, well the first strategy that I think is really important is to broaden the definition of gift. Because capitalism obviously wants to sell you a product. They wanna sell you a thing in a box. and that thing is made of resources that were carved out of the earth and may very likely end up in a landfill in not too short order. Yucca: Right. Mark: So it may not be the most, it may not be the, the, the best choice to choose a thing in a box. Now let me, let me put a caveat in. When it comes to children, you know, to to smaller children, my philosophy is let them have the equivalent of the, the secular winter solstice, holiday, the Christmas, because they will feel terribly deprived and terribly sad. If they don't have that experience, that doesn't mean they have to be mountain with gifts, but, I, I believe that in the case of children, you give them Yucca: of it. Yeah. Mark: And you give them things in a box. Yucca: Yeah, we do both. We'll talk more about this, but my family, we do, we do both Solstice and Christmas as separate holidays. Mark: right? Right. So, broadening the definition of what constitutes a gift means experiences. Experiences can be gifts. And that can be. Tickets to a concert. It can be a date night. It can be you know, we're gonna go dancing in this particular place. It can be you know, let's just go get coffee and talk for two hours. When do we ever get a chance to do that? It can be, let's go for a hike. There are lot, and, and many of those things don't have to cost much or any money depending on your relationship with the person. It can be. How about a massage or there are just, there are a lot of different things that you can do that will be in many ways, more memorable for people and don't involve the purchase of a thing in a box. Yucca: right? Mark: So broadening the definition of what constitutes a gift, I think is really important. In some cases, broadening in some cases, a gift can be something like, here's three hours of free childcare, right? I'm gonna, I'm, I'll watch the kids. You, you go and do whatever you want to do. Believe me, that's a very, very welcome gift for a lot of people. Yucca: is. I will wash the kids and wash your dishes if you want. Extra. You know, a bow on top there. Yeah. Mark: Yeah, absolutely. And I mean, these are things that are tremendously kind when someone, you know, opens an envelope or you can put the, a little gift certificate for whatever it is in a box, right, and wrap it, and all that kind of stuff. People will gen generally be very warmed by the fact that you want to put personal attention and time into your relationship with them. Excuse me Yucca: things that you create. I mean, one of my favorite gifts I ever got was a, Mark: Mm-hmm. Yucca: I mean, brother-in-law wrote us a poem and it was just so thoughtful, and you can tell that he really worked on it. And it, you know, I, I have it up. I don't put a lot of things on the wall. I've got it up on the wall because it just has stayed with me for all of these years, just how amazing it was, Mark: How lovely. Yeah, and people are creative in all kinds of ways. I mean, the handmade gift. Not to be confused with the Handmaid's Tale, the hand hyphen made gift is a wonderful thing. You know, whether, whether it's a piece of writing or a piece of music or a compilation CD of music that you think the person would like or a Or, or something from, from a local artist, Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: because I mean, to me there is a categorical difference between an artwork that was created by a local artist that is trying to sustain themselves through their art and something that was manufactured in a factory in China. Yucca: Right. Mark: They're, they're just, they're not the same. You know, supporting your local producers of beautiful objects, right? That's a wonderful thing. If, if, if the kind of person that you want to make a gift for is the sort of person that appreciates that kind of thing, then by all means, you know, do that. And I should say, now, I, I mentioned kind of the, the first part of my formula earlier, which is about making sure that children have. Gift receiving experience. What we do is we don't do gifts as adults. Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: We really don't. I mean, when, when we need something, we, we get it. Yucca: Mm. Mark: and so what we have done in the past is we put up a, we put up a yule tree, a mid-winter tree and decorated and all that great stuff, and we put treasures underneath. Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: Things that we have that we just love, that are really cool. Like I have an antique uranium glass slipper that that phosphorouses under ultraviolet light because it's uranium glass, right? They used to make that and it's just this very beautiful little thing. So it's one of the things that goes under the tree and it gives us a sense of kind of wealth. You know, look, look at the cool things that are in our life. You know, objects from nature to appreciate, you know, antlers and bones and skulls and abalone shells and, you know, all these wonderful things. So we, we don't do the gift thing for adults. And we might make an exception once in a while if there's something that seems like particularly needed or wanted on the part of some adult that we love. But the amount of stress that is taken off of you by not having to buy a thing for this long list of recipients. Is profound. It will make a huge difference in your experience of the holidays. Yucca: Yeah, it really does. And I, I wanted to add on a little bit with what you were saying. You talked about the different types of gifts and then also for the children. You know, giving them the, the traditional kind of box gifts, but that's something that you can do both of, and as time goes on, the ratio of which kind of gift they're getting as they're becoming teenagers, as they're growing into adulthood, it shifts what, what you're doing with them, Mark: Right. Yucca: And so then it's just a natural thing and it's not, it's never. Being deprived. It's about just what this is really about, is about the, the love for each other and the gratitude and the giving and the, you know, to use the to be stereotypical, the spirit of giving, right. It really is. Right. And, and being about that and not the, the object right now there is also, there are a lot of, of practical things that this time of year. You know, coming out of harvest, being about to go into the, to these very cold times of year when there's not a lot coming out of the garden, there's not a lot being produced, of being ready for the cold to come. So there's, there's some practical part about, you know, the giving the socks, the, that sort of thing that just. To being prepared materially for what's to come there. There's an element of that as well, which I think is important just to keep in mind that that's one way that we do show love is to make sure, hey, you've got, you've got your warm socks for the year, right? Mark: Yeah. You're, you're, you're gonna be comfortable. Yucca: yeah. Mark: Yeah, that's, that's a, that's a great thought. In Iceland, it's traditional to give books for Christmas, and Christmas Day is a day of sitting around in warm socks, drinking hot chocolate and reading books. Yucca: Oh, wonderful. Mark: The, Yucca: Cuddling with kiddies too. I, if they've got cats, right? Cat cuddling. Mark: Yeah. You know, those kinds of traditions they make for some very warm memories. They really do make for some super nice times. And having downtime like that in the holidays is another thing that's really important. When we talk about when we talk about self-care that's certainly one thing to be considering is when am I doing nothing? Yucca: right? Mark: know, it's, it's, it's hard to imagine that it's possible, but you gotta do nothing sometimes. Yucca: Or at least. Have nobody else's mind in yours. Cause we've really lost solitude, especially in the last decade or so as, as the social media and smartphones and all of that stuff has just kind of invaded into our personal lives. So there's so little time that we're ever simply alone with ourselves, and I think that that's essential, right? I think we're social animals. We need to be around other people as well, but, , but especially in the dark of the year, Mark: Yes. Yucca: to be alone a little bit is, is just vitally important, Mark: I, I completely agree. And ironically, the inverse is true as well because you, it's a time for gathering with loved ones and for, you know, celebrating the fact that we have people that love us in our lives and, and all that good kind of stuff. But you can go overboard with that. People, people, especially introverted people, or neurodiverse people who get overwhelmed by too much social stimulus really need their, their alone time. And so it's important to, to plan for that and make sure it happens. Yucca: Yeah. And thinking about both, it's kind of like in the dark of the year. We we're celebrating the light as well. I mean, that's a lot of what the Christmas tree with the lights on it is about, is bringing that light into the dark. But we're recognizing and seeing both. It's a celebration of both. So I think that that's one way to look at it with the, with the family, but with self as well. Right. Solitude and company. Mark: So wanted to talk a little bit about a couple of other gifty sorts of ideas. There's always food, know, baked goods. I mean, an incredible gift would be, you know, cook dinner for people and bring it to their house, you know, the week before. Before the big event, you know, something, you know, just when things are going super crazy, you know, give people a meal that they don't have to think about. You know, just, just being aware of what people's needs are and, you know, thinking about your own, you know, your own. You know, where are the places where you get really exhausted and you think, oh God, I wish I didn't have to do X. Well, if somebody else did X for you, wouldn't that be amazing? Yucca: Mm-hmm. right. Mark: Yeah. So, I really encourage that, that the incorporation of that, that personal touch into gifting Either through experiences or through handmade things or through which includes baking and cooking and all that good kind of stuff. And then also because there is there's a guilt factor in in. Commercial acquisition as well. Just really being mindful, you know, of where things come from, who you're buying from. There are, you know, there are tons of Etsy stores, there are tons of indigenous sort of. Internet based stores that you can order things from, you know, figure out who you really want to be giving your money to. Is it some international conglomerate with shareholders, or is it, you know, just somebody who's trying to, trying to get by?  Yucca: Hm. Wonderful. Well, why don't we, why don't we talk about the second part of this which is the family gatherings or the social gatherings. Maybe not necessarily family, but maybe the office gatherings or whatever it is because it's a big one, right? There's a big one in terms of whether you are of the same religion or not, but also just dealing. The various personalities when people are in this kind of heightened place to begin with. Mark: And I, I think a great place to start with that is the recognition that in those circumstances, everybody is under a certain amount of stress, Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: except possibly the most garous extrovert, the. Pretty much everybody else is feeling some level of what are people gonna think of me? You know, how this is the office party. How is my boss thinking of me? You know, there's, there's weird Uncle Ralph his weird opinions. How am I going to avoid getting reigned into a long conversation with him? All those, all those things, right? So under having a little compassion for the other people in the room is very helpful in, in my experience. It is, it is so challenging for us as people, and this is a weird thing to really get that the other people around us are fully fleshed out human beings with internal lives and, you know, their, their own. Yucca: story. Mark: Their own journey, their own aspirations and their own internal voices that nag at them and all that kind of stuff. There's a, there's a term for that, that realization called Saunder which when I heard that, I was glad that there was a word for it, because I think it's really important that people have that experience of others. It makes them more compassionate and more humane. Sa, S O N D E R. Yucca: Mm. Okay. Mark: And I'm not sure what language it's in. The, so that, that's a place to start is understanding that everybody may be a little bit on edge, a little bit keyed up because they're. At, at some level, when you're doing social engagement, there's a performance aspect to it, right? know, I, I wanna make sure I'm acting appropriately. I wanna make sure I'm, you know, not displeasing the people around me, all that kind of stuff. Yucca: Right. Reading everything correctly and Yeah. And responding and, and, and just being compassionate for those people. Yeah. And for yourself too, right? Yeah. Mark: Yeah, so, so now you've got these social engagements that you've gotta go to. Well, how do you take care of yourself, especially as someone who practices aio paganism or non theist paganism, or some other variety of naturalistic earth honoring path. You know, as someone who is an outlier. Philosophically and spiritually, how do you kind of stand in the truth of yourself while at the same time not picking fights with others that may have strong opinions about that? And I guess my first answer to that is that if their opinions are strong enough, you don't. Yucca: great. Mark: You, you, there's no point in, in, you know, trying to win an argument with some rabidly, right wing, evangelical Christian who just wants to tell you that you're going to hell. Yucca: Right. So the, so the first step is, is this something that you're going to engage with or not? Right? And in many cases, you may simply choose not to, but in the situation, in the event that you do choose to, right? Then thinking about before you go into that, how are you going to prepare and how are you going to respond for it? You know, you, you might choose something like doing some sort of, you know, shielding ritual before you go in, maybe doing some. Premeditation on role playing of likely scenarios that are gonna come up. Practice, practice some of your deflection techniques or expressions that you're going to use. If it is, if you've decided that it's really valuable and worth it to you to be there for whatever that reason is, right? Cause it's not our. Job here to be telling you what you should or shouldn't do. We're not, you, right? We have no idea what it feels like to be you or the shoes that you're in, but we're just encouraging you to think about how to protect yourself in that situation and still get the, what you're trying to get out of it. But no, at the end of the day, you're, you can't control anybody else, right? You cannot control the outcome. You can work on trying to get the outcome you want, but know that you're not, you can't control. Mark: Right? Yucca: Right? And if you're gonna go into this situation, you've gotta be prepared for that possibility. Mark: Yes. So part of thinking about that, how you're gonna protect yourself is how disclosive do I want to be with this particular group of people. It's your office party, for example. If the subject comes up, you may wanna say, well, my family celebrates the winter solstice. You don't need to go any further than that. You have a right to have your religious beliefs in the workplace, just like everybody else does. But, so you may want to sort of express this is, you know, this, this is what me and my family do. And then there may be questions, well, how does that work? And what's that about? And you can explain as much as you're comfortable with in Yucca: Or not, you don't. Mark: or not. Yes, exactly. Yucca: And here's the thing, depending on how you feel about it, you don't, you don't owe them that. You also don't owe them the truth. Right. Mark: true too. Yucca: That's, that's up to you. If you don't feel like that's something you wanna get into, oh, wonder how was your Christmas? Oh, great. You don't need to say, oh, actually I don't practice, you know, I don't believe in Christmas or Mark: I don't Yucca: like that. Mark: Christmas. Yucca: You know, you don't owe 'em anything, it's fine. It's however you wanna handle that. Mark: Yep. Yep, that's true. And that's, that's an example of where, of where, you know, being literally truthful can actually be a lot more harmful than, you know, applying the, the, the social lubricant of the little white lie. That just lets things keep clicking along smoothly. And of course we have to be very judicious about deciding when those things apply, but it bears saying that A lot of people would be a lot lonelier if they were fully candid about everything in their lives. with everybody around them. Yucca: Mm-hmm. And so, you know, we've been talking about the context of an office party, but that may also be the same, but you have the same things to think about with the family gathering whether you're the one organizing that or the one attending it, or, you know, And again, maybe it's not just one gathering. Maybe you've got three gatherings and you're going to the in-laws and yours and all, and then all of the different sides, you know? So this is something I would encourage kind of sitting down, like literally sitting down and just having a little strategy party with yourself, right? If you do journaling or something like that, it's a wonderful time just to maybe make some, just write down some of the. Possibilities and the strategies that you wanna have and what, what are your values and, and what do you hope to get out of it, and what do you wanna protect yourself from? And, and just be, go into it being aware because once when you're aware, you have a, a better chance of being able to respond in a way that you want to respond when you're not caught off guard. Yeah. Mark: right. Yeah. And the other thing to remember is that. And this is something that may not leap immediately to mind for people that come out of traditions like Christianity that require that you only be a Christian and not anything else, naturalistic, paganism is not like that. You can go through all of the rituals of, of a Christian Christmas gathering and no harm, no foul. You haven't offended anybody or betrayed yourself or hurt yourself or anything. Yucca: Yeah, there's Mark: You can. Yucca: gonna be mad at you about it. Mark: That's right. You, you can, you can have and still do all of your own celebrations and rituals on the solstice or as close to the solstice as works for you. And there's nothing wrong with that. So there's nothing hypocritical about it. So you don't necessarily need to, you know, lead the, the prayer to Jesus. But you can bow your head and just sort of be there. That all that's up to you. And it's, it's perfectly okay to play along in order not to create conflict. Yucca: Yeah. As long as that feels good to you, right? If it, if, if that doesn't feel good to you, then you don't need to be, you don't need to put yourself in this, that situation, right? So, Mark: Yeah. And, and that really is important to say because there are, I mean, I know there are a lot of people for whom it's like, I couldn't not go to my parents' Christmas. Gathering. Right? I couldn't not go to that. Even though they know that they really need to betray themselves deeply to be there. And when confronted with that kind of a paradox you really need to think seriously about whether you're gonna go. Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: You know, it might, it might actually be the, the better part of Valor to just say, I, I can't come this year. I, it just, it doesn't feel like it would be right for me. Yucca: Mm. Mark: And you don't have to go into any more detail than that. Yucca: And here's the 10 of cookies that I baked for you, Mark: Yes, Yucca: Or whatever, whatever it is that might smooth it out. Mark: Uhhuh Yucca: Yeah, so we actually last year we did a, a full episode specifically on this. So if this is something that people are, are kind of wanting more of definitely check out our episode from last year on, on this. Mark: was that a year ago? Yucca: It was a year ago. Yep. Mark: Oh man. Yucca: right. We would've talked about this early December maybe, maybe even late November. So it just flies. But why don't we transition now to some of the things that we can do during this. Time period in preparing for the holidays, throughout the holidays in terms of self care. Right. And again, we'll get later into some of the traditions and stuff that you, we can do the specific holiday celebrations. But but is there something that you would suggest to start with Mark? Mark: Well, I start with the body. Yucca: Mm. Mark: I mean there's all the psychological stuff that we, that we go through at this time of the year, and there are all the techniques that we have for working with the psyche, but getting enough sleep, Yucca: Absolutely. Mark: eating, eating some semblance of a decent diet, even if it's a little heavier in sugar than it usually is, it's sugar and fat. Don't worry about that so much, but make sure you're getting protein. Make sure you're getting a vegetable Yucca: whatever it is that, you know, works for your Mark: for you. Yeah, exactly. And get that sleep. Be aware of how much you're drinking. Yucca: mm-hmm. Mark: Because it seems like all of these gatherings in, in many cases, there's, there's alcohol going on. So if you do drink, just really be aware of, of how much you're drinking and if it starts to feel like that's not what you wanna be doing pair it back. You know, tell people, and you can facilitate that for yourself by bringing something to drink for yourself to a gathering. Right? There's wonderful like. Sparkling cranberry ciders and pomegranate ciders and things like that. There are some really delicious things now and I'm gonna put in a plug for my, my local brewery, Lagunitas Brewing Company, which has a great beer called a n a, which is it's, or I P n A. It's like an ipa, but it's na, which is no alcohol. And it's delicious. It actually tastes like a beer, but it doesn't have any alcohol in it. So, it's worth checking that out if you need to. So, you know, enough said about that. If you don't drink, this can be a very challenging time of the year. So, take care of yourself. If you go to meetings, go to meetings do the things that you need to do in order to keep all that in. Yucca: right. And just a little tip with our bodies, if you can get a little bit of sun early in the morning, that just, just even if it's a couple of minutes where you're outside and you. Kind of turn your face towards the sun. It really does make a big difference in terms of resetting your clock and, and kind of helping you out with that, with the sleep patterns and just getting your body to be doing the things that it needs to be doing at the right time, because this time of year it can be really. Really tricky on our bodies and our rhythms as and as we have the lights on all the time and later on, and when is it dark and when is it not? And, and our, we are, first and foremost, we are physical creatures, right? We are animals with, you know, millions and millions of years of adaptation to a certain environment, which we are not living. Mark: Right. Yucca: We, we are animals in captivity, right? We're, we're. And so just trying to be aware of that a little bit is a, is a good start. Mark: Yes. Yucca: So, yeah. Mark: that brings us to the, the psychological things that we can do in order to support ourselves and. To me, the number one thing there, if you're taking care of your, your physical self, the number one thing there is to go back to that first principle of, of naturalistic paganism, which is pay attention, right? If there's snowfall, watch the snowfall for 15 minutes. Listen to the rain on the roof, crack the window open so that you can smell the smell of the rain. Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: Go for a walk in the snow. Notice what birds are around, if any. Just, you know, notice what phase the moon is in. Yucca: Mm-hmm. Mark: There's so many. There are so many simple things that we can do to keep ourselves re-grounded in the fact that, okay, I'm on a, I'm on a physical planet that's going through a physical set of processes and all this culture stuff is fantastic, but I'm still just on a physical planet doing physical processes and it's all gonna work out. Yucca: Speaking of the moon December has the mites, which is one of the biggest meteor. There's two really big meteor showers a year. And if you get clear skies pretty much for the rest of the month even if you don't get it on the night that it's peaking, you've got some good chances to see some really beautiful meteors. So if you get a chance just to be out there and, and right now, Mars and Jupiter are both really bright up in the sky. Even if you're in a city, those are, are probably gonna pierce through that light pollution and just be really beautiful. Just to take a moment and just take a look, Mark: Yeah. Yeah. So other psychological things and it, I, I put this in the psychological category, even though it's a physical thing. Take a shower. Yucca: Yeah. Mark: Especially if you go through any kind of a stressful experience, take a shower, there is something about, and there's literally something physical about it. It's not just the sensations all over your body that create more of a grounded sense of being in your physical self. There, there is a way that splashing water creates negative ions that tend to kind of ground out the the, the kind of zazi feeling, the jed feeling that you can get from having From having social interactions or being in a crowded store or any of those kinds of things. So that's really a go-to as far as I'm concerned. Yucca: I don't know about the ions, but I know that it, that for me, the rush, the sound of the rushing water and that just being able to control those, that that sensory input is just, is really amazing. Like, I'll do a shower and then a bath, right first the shower to kind of wash it to like to, to do like, okay, the feeling like I'm washing it all away and then, The bath of just getting to just feel like melting into that water and Mark: Soaking in the heat. Yucca: And I, I like to actually run to be in the tub while it's filling, so it has that, that sound, that rushing waterfall sound and it's filling up. And that's one of the favorite things that we do in. In the holidays because I don't have a tub where I live. We don't actually have hot water either, so we, we just heat our water up on the stove to like do dishes or something like that. But we go into town to my mother-in-law's. She's got the big bath tub with water heater and it's like, oh yeah, we can do some nice relaxing for a long time. Mark: nice. Very nice. Yucca: yeah. That's a wonderful thing about the holidays, but there's other things too. Like a shower is a really wonderful one. But if you don't have access to that, right, there are other types of things that you can do that feel like you are transitioning, that you're switching between these. You know, you're getting away from some of that stress. You're letting go. I mean, there's the shaking, there's the dancing, there's the stepping into a ritual space, and we've talked a lot about this on, on the podcast. And you can do things like going into a, the dark room, right? Turning all the lights off, and then things like that. Mark: right, right. Coming back to yourself psychologically is very important at this kind of time because it is so easy to get to be what we call ungrounded. You know, it's easy to get your thoughts spinning if you're dealing with family. It's easy to get all the old messages from the family going again, right about ways that they criticize you or that they don't respect you sufficiently, or that they haven't recognized how you've changed. Yucca: And all the things they do that are just so annoying that drive you crazy. Yeah. Mark: Yeah. Yucca: All those things that you feel about them. Mark: so all that stuff can be going in your mind, and if you just let it keep going, then you can become increasingly stressed and more and more kind of separated from yourself. So. Sit down and just breathe for five minutes. It doesn't have to be a super long time.  Yucca: Off. Take the, the earbuds out of your ears. Mark: yeah. Get, get away from the gadgetry for a minute and just, you know, the other thing that I find is very, very helpful, and this sounds. Like, sort of brute force magic making. But get a big rock you know, a rock that weighs 15, 20 pounds. Sit it in your lap, sit on the ground, or sit on the floor and just sit cross-legged if that's comfortable for you, and just sit that rock in your lap. And. Yucca: just ground with it. Mark: Just wait. Yucca: Wait. Yeah. Mark: Yeah. You'll, you'll be amazed at what a difference it makes, just feeling that gravity pulling you back to the earth. And it, it clears the, clears all the spinning stuff out. It's, it's it's a powerful technique. Yucca: Mm. Yeah. Love that one. Mark: S. I I discovered that, or, or innovated it or whatever it was. My, my former wife was in a really kind of panicky space. She had I don't even remember what the circumstance was, but she was in this very hypermanic. Very anxious space and you know, was telling me about all the reasons that she felt that and that this was so, and she wasn't a pagan. And so I said, well, you know, we. We, we do stuff with things like that. So have a seat, you know, sit on the ground. And I put this big rock in her lap and she immediately began kind of to giggle. It was like, . That's great. That's so great. And sure enough, you know, given 10 minutes or so, her consciousness had really sort of changed. But yeah, so that's why I keep a big rock around. Yucca: It's great. Yeah, so this, this really can be such a lovely time of year and a really, really meaningful time of year and, and, You know, getting ready, ending out this year and getting ready for a new one and, and all of that. And so it's just a time that can also, you know, can be stressful. And so it's a good time to be aware and just really be present with ourselves and, and really honest with ourselves about what it is that, that we need, what's feeding us what's not. And thinking about. You know, what do we value and what obligations do we or do we not have and, and how to handle that. So, yeah. Mark: And if there are things that we feel obligated to do that we really don't want to do, are there alternatives? Is, is there some other way to get at that? You know, is it possible to. I don't know. I, I, I don't know what the example is. If, if the holiday meal with the family is a nightmare, maybe a restaurant, you know, there, there are, there are other ways of coming at this. If, if it's Yucca: Yeah. Just some creative thinking about it. Mark: Yeah. Yucca: Yeah. So. So we hope that you all have a wonderful intentional holiday season Mark: Yes. And may cramps come, but not take you away in his bag this evening. Because in, in, in Bavaria it's Crumps knocked. So, hope that you don't get whipped with Bert's twigs too much or hauled away in his bag. Yucca: That's great. All right, well thank you everybody. We will see you next week.   

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Stoicism expert and prominent author, Donald Robertson, joins Bulls, Bears, and Bourbon to discuss Stoic techniques for life (and investing). Donald is a writer, cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist, and trainer. Donald specializes in teaching evidence-based psychological skills and is known as an expert on the relationship between modern psychotherapy (CBT) and classical Greek and Roman philosophy. He was born in Irvine, Scotland, and grew up in Ayr. He worked as a psychotherapist for about twenty years in London, England, where he ran a training school for therapists, before emigrating to Canada in 2013 to focus on his writing and training courses. He now divides his time between Greece and Canada Donald is the author of several books and many articles on philosophy, psychotherapy, and psychological skills training, including How to Think Like a Roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius. See his publications page for more information Donald is one of the founding members of Modern Stoicism Ltd., a multi-disciplinary team of psychologists, therapists, academic philosophers, and classicists responsible for running Stoic Week. Stoic Week started at the University of Exeter and grew into an annual international event in which thousands of people take part each year. It involves an online course teaching students how to apply ideas from ancient Stoic philosophy, combined with some techniques from modern psychology. [01:20] – Introducing Donald Robertson [5:33] – Stoic Techniques for investing and life [8:10] – The View from Above “People think that wealth is the most important thing in life, but he (Socrates) said I think actually they've got it back to front, and that what is most important to the good life is…wisdom and self-discipline.” “Wealth and all the other good things in life are a result of this wisdom.” “The Stoics without a shadow of a doubt in my mind were way ahead of their time in terms of their grasp of cognitive psychology…they really have a profound understanding.” [21:40] – Suspending Judgment and Catastrophizing “If you get too wrapped up in tunnel vision it makes you rubbish at problem-solving because you lose perspective and become rigid in your thinking, and it tends to amplify your feelings and make them overwhelming.” “We live in a world where we're surrounded by other people who consider in their vested interest to distort reality on our behalf. IN the ancient world those guys were called sophists…they traded in fear and anger because they wanted to provoke audiences to get their attention.” [36:10] – Wealth as a Preferred Indifferent “External wealth (property, money) is a preferred indifferent – what really matters is what we do with it…it's a means to an end.” [49:00] – The Contemplation of the Sage “There's only one person giving and receiving the advice in this relationship and that's you. When you imagine what a found investor would've done you're giving yourself advice…you're having an internal dialogue with yourself about it.” “You're accessing your own implicit wisdom actually…you're smarter than you realize.” [55:00] – Premeditation of Adversity “The Stoics believed we need to be realistic.” [1:19:30] – Marcus Aurelius [1:39:50] – The Meaning of Wealth “Wealth consists of having more than you need.” “As I get older, I spend less money – the more I earn the less I find myself spending.” [1:42:35] – Advice to Himself “I'd tell myself to reflect more on my own experience. I'd tell myself to review my life objectively from a detached perspective like I was observing the life of a stranger.” Links: https://donaldrobertson.name/ (Donald Robertson) https://www.vermillionprivatewealth.com/bullsbearsandbourbon (Bulls, Bears, and Bourbon) https://www.vermillionprivatewealth.com/ (Vermillion Private Wealth )...

It's that time of year, readers! Pull out your favorite book tote and get thee to pre-ordering (or library requesting) because we've got an episode full of our most anticipated reads for summer 2022. Since we can't help ourselves, we've paired each buzzy new title with a backlist pick. We're also talking about summer reading hopes (not goals), our favorite summertime genres, and what's happening in Classics Club this season.  If you're enjoying our content, please write a review on Apple Podcasts, share an episode with a friend, or shout us out on social media. Growing this show is only possible because of our lovely listeners. Thank you! A Special thank you to The Lost City for sponsoring this episode. Love these episodes? Support us on Patreon patreon.com/novelpairings and get bonus episodes full of reading recs this summer.  Follow Novel Pairings on Instagram or Twitter.  Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get updates and behind-the-scenes info. Use our Libro.fm affiliate code NOVELPAIRINGS to get an audiobook subscription and support independent bookstores. Books mentioned (thanks for supporting us by shopping our Bookshop affiliate links!): May 5/3 The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price, Sense & Second Degree Murder 5/3 When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill Good and Mad by Rebecca Traister 5/17 We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story by Simu Liu Born a Crime by Trevor Noah 5/17 Son of Elsewhere: A Memoir in Pieces by Elamin Abdelmahmoud Piccolo is Black: A Memoir of Race, Religion, and Pop Culture by Jordan Calhoun 5/24 Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley Salvage the Bones by Jesmyn Ward  5/31 Half-Blown Rose by Leesa Cross-Smith Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones, Half Light  June 6/7 Woman of Light by Kali Farjado-Anstine A Girl is a Body of Water by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi 6/7 Fibbed by Elizabeth Agyemang Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor 6/14 Horse by Geraldine Brooks The Son by Philip Meyer 6/28 American Royalty by Tracey Livesay The Royal We, Red, White & Royal Blue, or American Royals Like Lovers Do by Tracey Livesay July 7/5 Life Ceremony by Sayaka Murata Stranger Things Happen by Kelly Link 7/5 Night of the Living Rez by Morgan Talty There, There by Tommy Orange, The Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deesha Philyaw 7/12 The Crane Wife by C.J. Hauser The Rules Do Not Apply by Ariel Levy 7/12 Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevinn The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer 7/19 Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

In the days following the murders law enforcement and the public seemed to gravitate towards the belief that only a depraved lunatic could have perpetrated such a heinous and depraved crime. Because who else but a madman would have reason to harm three lovely church-going ladies with no enemies? But did these women truly have no enemies? How much do we really know about the motive for the murders?   When Chester Weger was ultimately charged with the murders his supposed motive was robbery, and yet curiously nothing was missing. Random robberies don't typically result in the complete and utter destruction of the faces of the victims and their bodies being dragged to a cave and displayed like macabre snow angels. In today's episode we explore the clues left behind at the crime scene that not only suggests that at least one of these women had an enemy and might have been targeted specifically, but also that many of the clues do indeed point to this being a premeditated crime.  We also correct the notion that nothing was taken, because we do know that Frances Murphy's fingertip is gone. Is that missing fingertip more evidence of premeditation? For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in episode 5's coverage of the case, visit andyhalepodcast.com.

Content warning for discussion of sexual assault in mythology and romance novels at times: 1:00:58 -1:11:36This is a long one, you sparkly romance nerds. Buckle in! We're diving into Cinderella, Beauty & the Beast, Pride & Prejudice, and Hades & Persephone! If you haven't listened to part one, go click #37 for some information on the different categories of retellings. Questions/Comments/Concerns? Don't forget to email us at ragingromantics@nopl.org!Terms:Folktale - a fictional story passed down by generations, generally starting as an oral tradition, and with the purpose of relating a moral or life lesson to the listener.Tale Type - a self-sufficient narrativeMotif - the smallest descriptive unit within the narrative. These motifs combined together create the building blocks that lead us up to a narrativeMyth - a legendary story that usually explains some historical or religious phenomenonLiterature - in this episode, this refers to fictional writings that serve no larger purpose than just to tell a storyTrope - a narrative within the larger literary narrative; a path built of motifs that leads to an understood outcomeThe Aarne-Thompson-Uther classification of folktales - abbreviated to ATU, this is a classification system of tale types and motifs. The ATU groups together multiple tales that represent an independent type which has been documented amongst at least three ethnic groups or over a long time period.Cinderella linksATU Tale Types 510: Persecuted Heroine storiesTale of RhodopsisTale of Ye XianPentamarone by Giambattista Basile "Cenerentola" (1634)Histoires ou contes du temps passé by Charles Perrault "Cendrillon; ou la petite pantoufle du verre" (1697)Aschenputtel by the Brothers Grimm (1812)"The History of Cinderella" (Abilene Public Library)Cinderella Across cultures (ed. by de la Rochère, 2016)"A Girl, A Shoe, A Prince: The Endlessly Evolving Cinderella"(Holmes for NPR, 2015)RetellingsA Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa JamesIf the Shoe Fits by Julia MurphyA Princess in Theory by Alyssa ColeMidnight in the Garden of the Prince by Catherine KeatonRogue Princess by BR MeyersThe Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen WangIf the Boot Fits by Rebekah Weatherspoon Any Duchess Will Do by Tessa DareOne Night with You by Sophie JordanBeauty and the Beast linksATU tale type 425 A-C: The Search for the Enchanted Lost Husband"The Woman Who Married the Snake" from the Panchatantra (1199 CE, possibly as early as 200BCE)"Cupid and Psyche" as written by Lucius Apuleius in The Golden Ass (1st and 2nd c. CE)La Jeune Americaine et les Contes Marins by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot, Dame de Villeneuve in her work (1740)Magasin des enfants by Jean-Marie le Prince de Beaumont (1756)“Beauty and the Beast; visions and revisions of an old tale” by Betsy Hearne (1991)"Beauty and the Beast, Old And New" (Windling, 2007)"Beauty and the Beast" (Pook Press, 2018a)"7 Variants of Beauty and the Beast Fairy Tales – A Tale as Old as Time" (Pook Press, 2018b)RetellingsA Curse so Dark and Lonely by Brigid KemmererThe Duchess Deal by Tessa Dare Romancing the Duke ALSO by Tessa DareEntreat Me by Grace DravenThe Beast by Katee RobertPride & Prejudice links'"Pride and Prejudice" Jane Austen Society of America""Pride and Prejudice" Remains Timeless and Delightful, More than 200 Years Later" (Rogerson, 2020)"Why are we still so passionate about 'Pride & Prejudice'?" (Donahue, 2013)RetellingsThe Soulmate Equation by Christina LaurenAyesha at Last by Uzma JalaluddinPride, Prejudice and Other Flavors by Sonali DevPride and Premeditation by Tirzah PricePride by Ibi ZoboiUnmarriageable by Soniah KamalThe Bennet Women by Eden Appiah-KubiHades & Persephone linksHomeric Hymn to Demeter"The Story of Hades and Persephone: Rape and Romance" (Warner, 2020)"Hades and Persephone story" (Athens Beyond, 2021)"Persephone: Queen of the Underworld" (Greekmythology.com, 2021)"Homer" (Britannica)"Homerids" (Britannica)"Homerics Hymns 1-3" (Classical Texts Library)"Persephone" (wikipedia)Makowski, John F. “Persephone, Psyche, and the Mother-Maiden Archetype.” The Classical Outlook, vol. 62, no. 3, American Classical League, 1985, pp. 73–78 (jstor)Mylonas, George E. “The Hymn to Demeter.” The Classical Weekly, vol. 38, no. 23, Johns Hopkins University Press, 1945, pp. 180–82 (jstor)Parker, Robert. “The ‘Hymn to Demeter' and the ‘Homeric Hymns.'” Greece & Rome, vol. 38, no. 1, Cambridge University Press, 1991, pp. 1–17 (jstor)RetellingsNeon Gods by Katee RobertTouch of Darkness by Scarlett St. ClairLore Olympus (vol.1) by Rachel SmytheA Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas Promises and Pomegranates by Sav r. MillerKore by Ambrosia R. HarrisPestilence by Lauren ThelassaThe Power of Hades by Eliza RaineIt Ain't Me Babe by Tillie COleDeal with the Elf King by Elisa KovaFrom Blood and Ash series and book by Jennifer Lynn Armentrout Punderworld by Linda SejicCirce by Madeleine MillerOther links:"The uses and limitations of the Folklorist's toolkit for fiction" (Lemberg, 2015)"The Evolution of the Disney Princess Franchise: Catching Up and Moving Forward" (Maier, 2016)"Why Romance Will Never Stop Retelling Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast" (Popp, 2021)"Legendary Literary Couples Live on in Countless Retellings" (Cybil, 2019)da Silva, Sara Graça, and Jamshid J Tehrani. “Comparative phylogenetic analyses uncover the ancient roots of Indo-European folktales.” Royal Society open science vol. 3,1 150645. 20 Jan. 2016,Other retellings:Omegaverse retellings Bleeding Red and Sullied Cinders by DE ChapmanThe Plated Prisoner series by Raven Kennedy (King Midas, but Midas isn't endgame)Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan (myth of Chang E)A Spindle Splintered by Alix Harrow (Sleeping Beauty)Anything by Madeleine Miller, Pat Barker, or Jennifer L Saint!#sasquatchexists

The DMPL Podcast returns with Book Chat team member Carrie! She's chatting about books she loves that fulfill one or more categories of the 2022 Reading Challenge. If you haven't signed up for the Reading Challenge, do so now! It's a great chance to win books and win prizes in the process. Show Notes Carrie's Suggestions Sigh, Gone, by Phuc Tran Categories fulfilled: BIPOC memoir, book about books Tsunami Tattoo, Phuc's tattoo shop Pride and Premeditation, by Tirzah Price Categories fulfilled: YA/Middle Grade book; historical fiction not set during World War II, book about books The Paragon Hotel, by Lyndsey Faye Category fulfilled: Historical fiction not set during World War II

In 1929, an affair between married Ohio State University professor Dr. James Snook and medical student Theora Hix came to a crashing end when he beat her with a hammer and slashed her throat. He laid out an elaborate story, trying to convince the jury it was self defense. But two days after he was sent to the electric chair, the prison warden said Snook told him it had always been premeditated. (Warning: Some graphic sexual descriptions included.) www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Audionautix- The Great UnknownThe Great Phospher- Daniel Birch

Can an almost perfectly planned crime be solved? That question is answered in this classic mystery by one of the early 20th Century's most popular, fictional medical detectives, Dr. Thorndyke.Sandwiched between the Sherlock Holmes mysteries of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the whodunnits of Agatha Christie are R. Austin Freeman's "whocatchums." Freeman pioneered the concept of the inverted detective story, in which the whole crime is explained before the investigation.

Note: This contains powerful imagery that some may find upsetting. If you are very sensitive to challenging imagery, do the other meditations before this one. This meditation uses the powerful Stoic technique of premeditation of adversity to make you contemplate just how "bad" your life could be. By practicing negative visualization, you will see with great clarity how wonderful your life currently is, and also rehearse handling hardship with equanimity and virtue. ----MY FREE COURSE:

Naming the 1921 Tulsa massacre a “race riot” is inaccurate. Historian David Krugler urges listeners to call this and other violent attacks what they were: premeditated attempts at ethnic cleansing. Decades before, African Americans moved North in record numbers during the Great Migration. Krugler delves into connections between diaspora and violence and highlights the strength of Black communities in resistance to white supremacist terrorism. Visit our enhanced episode transcript for even more resources about using current events to teach about the civil rights movement. And Educators! Get a professional development certificate for listening to this episode—issued by Learning for Justice. Listen for the special code word, then visit learningforjustice.org/podcastpd.

Seneca's death is legendary because of the way he exhibited his Stoic values right until the end. Premeditation of adversity is one of the great Stoic techniques in which you mentally fortify yourself against future misfortunes. Arguably the most powerful variation of this is the contemplation of one's death. In this guided visualization, I put you in the body of Seneca on his last day so you can experience a simulation of what he experienced. As you go through this difficult process, pay attention to your emotions and try as best as you can to mimic the thoughts and feelings of this great Stoic. Find a quiet place and set aside 15 minutes to give this exercise a go. You will find that your levels of anxiety go down by psychologically exposing yourself to stressors and practicing acceptance of them. ---- MY FREE COURSE:

The couples reach an epiphany and realize what they must do.

Mauricio and Esmeralda get caught red-handed after their spouses devise a plan.

In this episode,  my friend Josh Nutson joins to discuss his experience with mindfulness. Josh is a Management major and Psychology minor at Loyola Marymount and has spent much of the last year focusing  not only on the benefits of mindfulness but the different ways an individual can experience it. For college students, Covid was definitely a time for self discovery, and in our conversation Josh reflects on him learning more about becoming more present and mindful of his experiences.We spend time talking about how to build the habit of meditating, what important tasks vs. urgent tasks are, and why it's important to learn these skills as soon as possible. It's definitely cool seeing individuals like himself explain why building these skills now is important rather than waiting 10, 20, maybe even 30 years to get going.Lastly, Josh talks about terms like “Memento Mori” which is to remember that you will die. And at face value this might be tough to think about, but he explains why it brings a lot of humility into each day that you live. Other terms discussed are the Premeditation of evil which is not the belief that something will go wrong, but having a well adopted plan in place if your plans do fall short. Everything that he discusses all ties back to living a life that has more appreciation for the moment and being open to everything but attached to nothing. 

Microdose your smoothie and come along for a peaceful journey through the Hulu series "Nine Perfect Strangers," based on the novel by Liane Moriarty. Returning guest Tirzah Price (author of "Pride and Premeditation") joins us for a wild discussion of how this TV adaptation holds up, what's missing from the book, what the show is saying about body image, grief, and drugs, and, of course, Manny Jacinto. Join us on November 1 for our next Bookpisode on "Detransition, Baby" by Torrey Peters, plus an interview with SJ Sindu, author of "Blue-Skinned Gods." Then Gabriella Saab, author of "The Last Checkmate" will guest on our next Othersode—stay tuned for the topic! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Send any and all thoughts on "Nine Perfect Strangers" or any of our other episodes to thesquad@booksquadgoals.com! TOC:30 – Welcome Tirzah! Intro question 10:00 – Show intro11:45 – Big changes between adaptations 26:66 – Body image32:00 – Nicole Kidman…40:55 – The Marconis and grief56:24 – The ending in the book and how it was better1:04:38 – Frances and Melissa McCarthy1:13:00 – A love triangle, women's day, and Manny Jacinto 1:26:15 – What's up next?Find Tirzah at https://tirzahprice.com/ and pick up "Pride and Premeditation" now!

Fernando and Esmeralda reflect on the evolution of their marriage.

Esmeralda debates if Mauricio is the right man for the job as they exchange differing opinions. Fernando attempts to prevent Lydia from making an abrupt decision

Tensions fly high when Lydia brings up Mauricio's incident. Reaching a breaking point in her marriage, Esmeralda makes a difficult choice.

Fernando attempts to get to the bottom of a mysterious call he received. Esmeralda and Mauricio make special arrangements that set their plan in motion. Meanwhile, new information makes Mauricio reconsider his decision.

In this book club episode, we discuss Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price a retelling with a twist of the famous Pride and Prejudice. When a scandalous murder shocks London high society, seventeen-year-old aspiring lawyer Lizzie Bennet seizes the opportunity to prove herself, despite the interference of Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy, the stern young heir to the prestigious firm Pemberley Associates. Convinced the authorities have imprisoned the wrong person, Lizzie vows to solve the murder on her own. But as the case—and her feelings for Darcy—become more complicated, Lizzie discovers that her dream job could make her happy, but it might also get her killed.As always,  will this book make it onto the shelf? Or will it split the sand for these two hosts?- - - - - - - - -Have you read this book, get in touch to let us know your thoughts or if you have any book recommendations you'd love to see us tackle, let us know on any of the below as we're always looking to expand our library. Instagram | Twitter or at our email theislandlibrary@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - If you fancy joining us at our virtual book club,  you can find more information at theislandlibrary.com and click the tab 'Book Club'. We meet once a month on a Sunday at 3pm  (London Timezone).We also have a  Patreon if you fancy supporting us. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theislandlibpod)

In the 67th episode of Truer Words, we speak with Emma Kress about writing girls in sports, taking risks, and social media as an author. Emma is the author of DANGEROUS PLAY, available now! Emma can be found on Twitter @emma_kress, TikTok @emma_kress, and Instagram @kress.emma. Her website is emmakress.com. Mentioned in this Episode: All I Wanna Do Bluey Bluey is the Best Kids' Show of Our Time by Kathryn VanArendonk for Vulture Flat Stanley The Nanny Drawn That Way by Elissa Sussman A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas Born in Fire / Born in Ice / Born in Shame (Irish Born trilogy) by Nora Roberts The Blue Castle by L. M. Montgomery Reservation Dogs Sterlin Harjo on WTF with Marc Maron Killers of the Flower Moon movie Brendan Fraser Joins Killers of the Flower Moon Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann The Great House Revival Cynthia Leitich-Smith Mary Quattlebaum Amy King David Macinnis Gill A.R. Capetta Cory McCarthy Nova Ren Suma Our episode with Nova Ren Suma Ruth Ware Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price Our episode with Tirzah Price In the Same Boat by Holly Green Sarah Dessen When You Look Like Us by Pamela N. Harris Mare of Easttown Ted Lasso About Us: Truer Words is created and produced by Melissa Baumgart and Kathryn Benson. Our music was composed by Mike Sayre, and our logo was designed by Marianne Murphy. You can follow us on Twitter @truerwordspod and on Instagram @truerwordspodcast. Contact us via our website, truerwordspodcast.com, or email us at truerwordspodcast@gmail.com.

In Episode 9 we cover our first book adaptation, Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price. There's a murder afoot, and one Elizabeth Bennet is determined solve it. Cayley jumps on the hating Mr. Collins train. Ari is frustrated by age gaps. We get confused about time periods, then figure it out in the end. You can find us on Twitter or Instagram @AustenPod. Feel free to message us and send us ideas for future adaptations to cover or your thoughts on our episodes! Lastly, our theme music is Piano Bach Fantasia by InspectorJ on Freesound.org Enjoy!

We realized pretty quickly that we had NO IDEA what we were talking about with Spank Me, Mr. Darcy by Lissa Trever. None of us here at What The Smut had even read the original. We knew we needed some serious help! Enter Adrienne the Librarian, a long-time friend of Kandy's a brilliant librarian, and a Jane Austen SUPERFAN that loves Pride and Prejudice. Adrienne shared her experience with Pride and Prejudice, talked about Jane Austen like she is an old friend, shared what she would have been reading herself, discussed some of the customs and fashions of the regency period, and then gave you the BEST mostest Librarianest ever pile of book recommendations. All of which are linked below! What would Jane read? Pride and Prejudice inspiration The Gothic novel like The Castle of Otranto by Horace Walpole was all the rage back in Jane's day. You can see the influence in her gothic satire Northanger Abbey. Clarissa: Or the History of a Young Lady by Samuel Richardson which is the story of a young woman that escapes a marriage she doesn't want and ends up a sex slave. The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling by Henry Fielding which is a bawdy adventure in which a young man strikes out to the city.   What would Elizabeth Bennet wear? As Adrienne pointed out and we have no doubt noted through the bajillions of Austen movies. Corsets were not really the thing during the Regency period. I found the idea that women would wet the inner layer of fabric on the dress amazing so I wanted more! I found two great online articles and one amazing book. First, check out Lithubs Tight Breeches and Loose Gowns. Then hop over to Fashion Era for a complete rundown of Regency dress and the dropping of the waistline. If you still need more you are going to want Dress in the Age of Jane Austen by Hilary Davidson.   What to read if you love Pride and Prejudice? If you like Regency check out the Queen of Regency Georgette Heyer. For something a bit more smutty try Tessa Dares Regency novels. A recent trend is moving the plot of Pride and Prejudice to a different culture. Adrienne recommends Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors by Sonali Dev it's set around an Indian family in Canada. She loves Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith because you can actually forget you are not reading the original. Don't miss The Austen Project's Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld which is a thoroughly modern retelling that places Liz as a magazine writer and Mr. Darcy as a neurosurgeon. She offers a couple of awesome Young Adult (YA) options as well. Pride: A Pride & Prejudice Remix by Ibi Zoboi set in the Bronx and discussing cultural identity, class, and gentrification. Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price is a Private Eye mystery.    

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Created by Latino Theater Co., "Offstage/Unmasked" are bravely curious conversations with Latinx theater artists across the country. Join us once a month as we talk about the State of Latinx Theater a year into the Covid-19 pandemic. We shut down, we masked up, went online, we connected and we're still here. How has covid impacted our programming? What kept us going? When are we coming back to the stage and what changes do we need to make to get there? This week we interview José Luis Valenzuela, Artistic Director of the Latino Theater Co at The LATC in Los Angeles, CA., and Rosalba Rolón, Artistic Director of Pregone PRTT in Bronx, NYC. JOSÉ LUIS VALENZUELA is the Artistic Director of the Latino Theater Company (LTC), and The Los Angeles Theatre Center (LATC) and is also a Distinguished Professor at UCLA's School of Theater, Film & Television. Valenzuela is an award-winning theater director, and has been a visionary and an advocate for Chicanx/Latinx Theater for over 30 years. He has directed critically acclaimed productions at major theaters both internationally and nationally including the LATC where he created the Latino Theatre Lab in 1985 and the Mark Taper Forum where he established the Latino Theater Initiative in 1991. He has directed, The Mother of Henry, Solitude, Premeditation, Dementia, and A Mexican Trilogy for the Latino Theatre Company. Most recently he also directed Macbeth at Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and Karen Zacarias' Destiny of Desire at Arena Stage, South Coast Rep, The Goodman Theatre, and Oregon Shakespeare Festival. His international directing credits include Henrik Ibsen's Peer Gynt at the Norland Theatre in Norway and Manuel Puig's Kiss of the Spider Woman at the National Theatre of Norway. He produced the national Encuentro Festival in 2014 and national and international Encuentro de las Americas in 2017. ROSALBA ROLÓN is the Artistic Director of Pregones + Puerto Rican Traveling Theater (PregonesPRTT). She is an accomplished director and dramaturg specializing in the adaptation of literary and non-literary texts for stage performance with live music. Recent productions include ¡Guaracha!, which premiered Off-Broadway in 2019, We Have Iré (with playwright Paul S. Flores and composer Yosvani Terry), which premiered at YBCA/San Francisco, Dancing In My Cockroach Killers, Betsy! (with Roadside Theater/KY), Brides (with partners in Belgium and the Slovak Republic), and others. Recent distinctions include 2019 Creative Capital Award, and 2018 Doris Duke Artist Award. She is a member of the Tony Awards Nominating Committee and co-Chair of the Association of Performing Arts Professionals 2021 National Conference. With PregonesPRTT Ensemble she has traveled to 37 states/500+ cities in the U.S., and 18 countries.

Do you like reading classic retellings? There are plenty of Pride and Prejudice retellings when it comes to romance but how about a murder mystery? Tirzah Price wrote fresh retelling of Pride and Prejudice  in her latest YA book Pride and Premeditation. In this author interview, Tirzah shares what inspired to write these retelling, a few suggestions on what to read if you are interested in reading more Agatha Christie.  For a list of books recommended, please visit http://whattoreadnextblog.com/podcast/tirzah-price   SUPPORT THE WHAT TO READ NEXT PODCAST! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.  Or you can subscribe to the show on Spotify. Spread the love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends   FROLIC PODCAST NETWORK  What to Read Next Podcast is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts! 

The music, politician, and devil made me do it. You actually probably had premeditated thoughts.

This episode addresses the peace and harmony during the Obama and Biden socialist regimes that liberals brag about. Their secret is running the country like China does (control the media and flow information, write all of the news like movie scripts, change election rules as needed, and lock up whistleblowers and non-conformists). A priceless clip of Obama delivering a lie/explanation about IRS targeting that was so intricately crafted it screams PREMEDITATION. Bottom line: even when mediocre Republicans do something wrong it's never part of a fight to make America socialist again. The natural outrage which should have followed the Obama era was canceled because his minions were given massaged lies before scandals broke and dribbled crafted tweaks until people stopped paying attention. Hey, wasn't Ben Rhodes a fiction writer before they created a national security position for him? 

Have you ever wanted to travel through time? Have you ever suspected that some era gone by might be a happier time period than the one you're living in? If so, you're not alone! Annie Lockwood — the protagonist of Caroline B. Cooney's Both Sides of Time — is right there with you, and on Episode 138, Alli and her guest take a close look at her story, which is the first installment in Cooney's Time Travelers Quartet. Tune in to find out if Annie's time travel expectations are met… and if this 1995 novel holds up under a 2021 lens. Tirzah Price is a contributing editor at Book Riot and the author of Pride and Premeditation, out April 6, 2021. Follow her on Instagram (@tirzah.price) and Twitter (@TirzahPrice).

Read by Edmund Bloxam

Read by Edmund Bloxam

If there was a theme song for the election rhetoric of 2020, it would be R.E.M.'s chart-topping song "It's the end of the world as we know it" from 1987.   We have been warned incessantly by both candidates that if they are not elected president, the world will come to an end in various creative ways. The truth is we suffer more in our imaginations than we often do in our reality. Politicians understand this phenomenon. One emotion stands out above all others. Fear.  One way to overcome fear-mongering is to use an exercise from Stoicism called "The Premeditation of Evils" and if we use this, not only in filtering political rhetoric but in all aspects of decision making, we cut down the emotion of fear and arrive at a clearer vision of potential outcomes.   In the end, could the election of Donald Trump lead us to raise our right hand and scream "Sieg Heil" as America becomes a dictatorship? I doubt it.  Or, could the election of Joe Biden mean I will be standing in a mile-long line outside Walmart to get my daily food ration like Venezuela? I doubt that too.  It's time to cut through all the doomsday rhetoric, rationally, like a Stoic philosopher, and then, we can arrive at reasonable conclusions in politics and all life decisions. 

The Stoics used a technique called “Premeditation of Adversity.” By reflecting on the possible misfortunes that await us, we benefit in three ways: We are more prepared and therefore protect ourselves against misfortune We practice virtue in the face of misfortune so it affects us less We become more grateful because that misfortune is not here yet In today's meditation, we imagine an apocalyptic scene to help us focus on our most important life values. Many of us waste time because we fall prey to the faulty belief that we will live forever. By reflecting on the shortness of life, we can gain motivation and gratitude to steer our lives in much more fruitful directions.---- MY FREE COURSE:

Anderson Silver is a CPA who landed his dream job earning a six-figure salary, complete with high profile notoriety and accolade. Looking for a guide to life, he turned to philosophy and for the last five years he's been practicing the philosophy of Stoicism, and it's changed his life completely. QUOTES [00:11:40] "The more the island of my knowledge grows, the more the shore of my ignorance grows." [00:17:06] "Let's stop pretending that this fake structure we have actually means something. Which is ironic coming from the Stoics because, you know, some of the most famous Stoics were the richest man in all the lands. " [00:25:42] "Your intention, your decision for the action is in your control. But as soon as you start trying to do it, it's already out of your control." [00:32:04] "There's no one right answer to what the purpose of life is. We all have our own unique purpose for life. And but the thing is, we never take the time to identify this, right?" WHAT YOU'LL LEARN [00:07:26] The difference between stoic and Stoicism [00:09:40] Socrates, wisdom, and virtue [00:21:31] The key disciplines of Stoicism [00:26:28] Premeditation of adversity [00:56:03] The three reasons Anderson practices Stoicism FIND ANDERSON ONLINE Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourmanual Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AndersonSilver Podcast: https://anchor.fm/AndersonSilver SHOW NOTES [00:01:37] Guest introduction [00:02:55] The journey to now [00:03:53] The path to philosophy [00:05:14] The search for a philosophy of life [00:07:26] The difference between stoic and Stoicism [00:09:40] Socrates, wisdom, and virtue [00:14:10] The difference between cynicism and Cynicism [00:16:35] Living in accordance with nature [00:19:16] The nature of the 21st century [00:21:31] The key disciplines of Stoicism [00:26:28] Premeditation of adversity [00:30:12] How can we make sure that we're not being busy for the wrong reasons? [00:33:18] Dealing with selfish impulses and distractions [00:36:34] The Stoic practice of journaling [00:37:44] Stoicism and job interviews [00:40:55] Stoicism and the art of being a sports fan [00:42:29] Owning up to insecurities at work [00:45:07] How to handle feeling overwhelmed at work [00:46:56] Love your destiny [00:48:49] What do to do if your boss is an asshole [00:50:10] How not to be angry at your coworkers [00:52:33] Throw away your books [00:56:03] The three reasons Anderson practices Stoicism [00:57:08] The Stoic parent [01:00:05] What do the Stoics have to say about worrying about what other people think about you? [01:02:27] What's the one thing you want people to learn from your story? [01:03:54] The lightning round Special Guest: Anderson Silver.

This is Jesper Westmark - From Hairdresser To Meditation Teacher; The remarkable Story! Content1:07 – Meditation, Arriving in the present moment 6:16 – The awakening and the early years (Brøndsted Center with Dr. Gerda Tyrsted) 16:12 – Recommended spiritual literature: - Eckhardt Tolle, The Power of Now/A New earth/Silence speaks 17:30 – The early lessons on the spiritual path; The life as an international hairdresser and living with shamans and Indians 20:34 – Learning how to lose yourself and how to find your way back 24:21 – Communicating with spirits 31:07 – Becoming a meditation teacher and trauma therapist 35:44 – How to release trauma 39:10 – You are already perfect, embodying the present moment and releasing trauma with a loving presence. 40.17 – Premeditation and being meditated, how to reach trauma and the subconscious through meditation   43:20 – Allowing things to be as they are46:16 – 25 years at Sjövik, building a retreat center49:26 – Letting go and redefining yourself is a death process51:07 – The retreats at Sjövik, Teaching people to heal themselves 53:20 – The importance of learning to show vulnerability in society  54:40 – The purpose and path of Jesper Westmark, learning to listen more to ourselves 57:30 – We do not see the world as it is, we see it as we are 59:30 – Going into the forest; isolating to discover who we truly are 1:01:10 – Retreats with Jesper Westmark in Sweden and the rest of the world 1:01:41 – Closing meditation Resources https://www.jesperwestmark.com/https://www.facebook.com/jesper.westmarkhttps://www.mindfulnessmanor.com/retr...https://eckharttolle.com/

Aprillian, Ashayo and Glanthur discuss another week of playing World of Warcraft, Blizzard's great MMORPG. What We've Been Doing: Aprillian Had 2 sex changes - Theardrion became Epril and Rifire became Auruk Brought Death Knights to Nagrand and did some other fp's in Outland with Aprillian DK can kill mobs 4 or 5 levels above them. Decided I wanted to do some instances with my DK's, tried Hellfire Citadel, doable but lots of time is needed and concentration.  Then I tried upper and lower Black Rock and then Strolohome in EP.  It was fun, but then I went back to Nagrand with Aprillian and Auruku Got Ding Recorder Addon and Epril dinged 63 but it didn't show the interface so all you see is her in a could of ding dust.  Read the info and found out how to turn on "show interface" Got my Figure Print of Aprillian: [IMG]http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll317/AprillianAIE/AprillianFP.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll317/AprillianAIE/AIETabard.jpg[/IMG] Bought a Sun Scope +40 Haste for Auruku and found out he couldn't equip it, needed a level 70 or above.  Been carrying the crossbow from Nessingwary in Nagrand.  Shoutout to Mollyshot for putting the scope on for me. Got TheJasper up to 275 in Enchanting and now can de Outland Greens Glanthur Finally got to exalted with Kalu'ak.  I love the penguin!  Now I need to farm fishing.  I also got ALL of my weapon skills to 400 that I had - including unarmed.  I got the "Knuckle Sandwich" achievement.  Also got "Ultimate Triage" which was unexpected and cool. Disappointed about lack of dailies for Argent Crusade.  I want the gun, but it'll be forever until I get enough rep through the dailies to get it. Should be exalted with The Oracles within 12 days.  I have a Mysterious Egg that I'm hoping will hatch into a Green Proto-Drake.  I doubt that it will. Respeced my Unholy Death Knight, Herid, to Blood and my Frost Mage, Palanor, to Arcane. Working on getting my pet bear, Dov, to 80 on Glanthur. Got all confused with my DK in Hellfire.  I kept wanting to ride into Honor Hold - but they don't like Horde very much there.  Old habits die hard. Also, will be getting a better microphone after Christmas with expected Christmas cash.  I'm having an inferiority complex compared to Ashayo and Aprillian's sound quality. I was affected by the Comcast/Verizon issue.  It was so frustrating!  I hope that they figure out what the cause was.  Yeah, Comcast.  . Ashayo Ran Violet Hold on both Asheal (as healer) and Ashayo (as dps) Ran Oculus on Ashayo - lots of fun doing the last boss while flying! Ashayo dinged 80 in Sholazar Basin (shortly after getting the Nessingwary achievements) Levelling Mining to 450 on two miners for titansteel cooldown. Fairly easy in Sholazar Basin. Death Knights questing in Outlands - ran Ramparts & Blood Furnace Levelling Jewelcrafting - tough around 410-420 Levelling Alchemy - research once a week - nice trinket for level 75 - tough at 420 - green to 425, then can transmute earthsiege diamond (no cooldown!) Levelling Inscription - learnt epic offhand at 400, but can't use till 425 :( Ashayo just waiting on Crashin' Thrashin' Racer to complete Winter's Veil achievements Winter's Veil questing is resulting in some nice presents in the mail! - tailor green suit - enchanting frost weapon - lw gloves - green holiday shirt - elixir of frost power Emails: Email 1 - From Blade Hey April! Feel free to edit as necessary... I did this one a bit 'on the fly' and grabbed a bunch of screenshots. Let me know when it's 'too much'... lol Michael Hey guys... Blade here... Congrats to all the winners of the contest (and kudos to those who contributed)... it's always interesting to see the variance in lifestyles of Warcraft players... Now... Ol' Blade's been doing some looking around... and has decided - for all you folks that have found your way to Dalaran and are less than impressed at how laggy it is... - to take you on a tour of the sewers... Why? It's a little less congested with mindless drones running around bogging up the server... and THAT's just the NPCs! (See?  I didn't say ANYthing nasty about Alliance players there at all!  "Diplomacy" for the win!) So... find the stairs up to the flightpath... see the hole-in-the-wall beside it? That leads down.  There's a few of these tunnels scattered around Dalaran... Beneath the hustle-bustle of the lag-infested metropolis that is Dalaran, there is a different place... Lots of darker-looking wizardy types like these guys... personally I think they've read one too many Harry Potter books (whatsit... "Nock-Turn Alley?")... but that's just me... they're dressing to fit in, you see... The Dalaran sewers is a darker, quieter place where Ol' Blade and other rogues and nefarious ne'er-do-wells like me can relax... kick back... and not have to pretend we're 'For the Light' or other such nonsense... We're creatures of shadows... and the sewers is a nice dark place... However... You'll want to be aware of where you step in the sewers... there's enough water here to hold a shark (probably for any unwary goodie-goodies that stray too far in the wrong direction... or maybe someone needs to 'get rid' of something... either way... Segacedi's been here long enough that the locals NAMED him... There's huge sewer rats... and alligators waiting to take a snap at you... Dunno what's in that area with the big chunks of meat... maybe it's something we use to spook the tourists... Lots of rats, though... I caught one unfortunate fella while I was trying my hand at fishing... caught a couple of these Magic Eaters, too... don't know what they do yet... Oh... while we're on the subject of 'Mysterious Things with Unknown Properties', you may in your visit to the sewers find one of these 'Underbelly Elixirs' sitting around on the ground... they have unknown properties and only work in the city of Dalaran... I've heard they have transformative properties... Speaking of transformations... I've been meaning to talk to the locals about this level80 rat I saw... it seems he's gathered four level 1 turtles to him and they've all been exposed to whatever oozes are on the ground in the sewers here... Maybe he'll teach them some form of combat training... and they'll grow up to become master rogues... 'ninja' turtles, if you will... All he has to do is name them... I'll suggest a list of Renaissance Painters as possible choices for him... Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo and Raphael come to mind... Yep... we rogues all stick together... for example... I've been meaning to talk to Nisstina here about her stealthing skill... it's not quite so effective when your pet worg pup is standing out in plain sight for all to see... But Ol' Blade loves his fellow rogues... which is where I'm leading with my tip... a macro specifically for the more-subtle among the rogues... the Shadow Step. Now, if you've used Shadow Step, you'll know that it poofs you directly behind your target - the utility of it is clearly of the most benefit for anyone that uses daggers, though I have heard of its use in Garotting someone as well - which is not dagger specific. You non-dagger folks can adapt this macro to suit your needs. If you're specc'd enough into the Subtlety tree and use daggers, then Improved Ambush is a must-have due to its fairly massive bonus crit potential... and you will most likely have Premeditation (a talent that adds 2 combo points to your target instantly). Here's the macro I've been using to a great deal of success: /cast Premeditation /cast Shadow Step /cast Ambush Seems simple enough... and they're not all on the same timer or global cooldown, so when I pop it, and they're all ready to go, I instantly poof behind my target, and BAM! Ambush them (most likely a crit) for an easy 4 combo points! Add a final combo point here if you prefer, I do or don't depending on how much health my target has... Kidney Shot, then zip behind them (cause here you should have upwards of 80 or more Energy) and Backstab them twice... if they aren't yet dead, they're pretty darn close! To sum it up... it's a macro that has helped me immensely... I get awesome burst damage and have MUCH more survivability than I did when I was using two swords in the combat tree. Seriously... I theorycrafted it and attacked combat dummies and everything! And now... Something from Ol' Blade's Easter Egg Basket: Something I just noticed... when you're in the sewers of Dalaran... pull up your map. It says 'Circle of Wills' in the center... anyone know anything about real-life human anatomy? The 'Circle of Willis' is a collection of arteries at the base of the brain that provides a number of different supply routes for blood (and nutrients) to GET to the brain... Interesting that the circular hub (with lots of fluid) beneath Dalaran is named very similarly... perhaps the 'mind' of Dalaran could not exist without the 'Circle of Wills' in the sewers providing sustenance to it? This one's for the Hordies out there... if you're an Alliance player (and you know who you are...) you will either have to be really sneaky or roll a lowbie Horde toon to see this. Inside the bank in Undercity the four bankers are named Ophelia, William, Randolf and Mortimer respectively. The sneaky thing here is the fact that they all have the same name: 'Montague'. Is it a reference to Shakespeare? (You know... the Montague family in 'Romeo and Juliet') Ah, my friends... that is what we call a 'red herring'... the REAL secret is in their FIRST names... 'Randolf' and 'Mortimer' were the big shot banking brothers in the 1983 movie Trading Places with Dan Ackroyd and Eddie Murphy. 'Ophelia' was the love interest character played by Jamie Lee Curtis. 'William' is a probable reference to Eddie Murphy's character 'Billy Ray'. That's all for now... As always, an awesome podcast guys! Blade Email 2 from MO blizzard might fix this by the time you record again but for the mistletoe buffs, if you make a macro you can get double buffs: ew /kiss /targetlasttarget /kiss just make sure you target a revealer and than another revealer happy holidays mo PM: Message subject:      Ctrl Alt WoW show From:     Ponfarr Sent at:     Tue Dec 16, 2008 11:59 am To:     Aprillian Message Listened for first time today on my iPod during drive to work. The free month contest - I may have missed something, but what are you judging the entries on? Enchanting - Is there a mod or something that can tell me if my bank mats will only make grey enchants, helping me to decide to AH those mats? Mic Switch - I was looking online to find a gizmo that would allow me to key the mic in ventrilo using a foot switch that would replicate the keystroke. I found many, of a wide price range. Do you know anyone who uses these and could recommend one? Thanks _________________ http://tales-from-tyberiuss.blogspot.com/