Podcasts about rationalizing

Send us a textSometimes we can BS ourselves into justifying our behaviors, actions, or thoughts in a way that makes them seem more reasonable and acceptable. It's called Rationalizing. It's a defense mechanism used to protect the ego from discomfort or guilt. Join us to learn more about how to stop from rationalizing bad behavior and get honest with yourself and others

Hear Michelle Gladieux share tips for improving work relationships and experiencing deeper personal connections from her book Communicate with Courage: Taking Risks to Overcome the Four Hidden Challenges. She explains how to overcome the challenges she has identified—Hiding, Defining, Rationalizing and Settling—to begin communicating skillfully and confidently. Learn more about Michelle D. Gladieux at gladieuxconsulting.com Or connect with her on LinkedIn

Maybe your drinking isn't/wasn't that bad, but does that mean it's good? If you don't truly face what you're doing, then how can you expect to change and move forward? In this episode, we dig into the psychological tricks we use to protect ourselves from the truth about our drinking- minimizing, rationalizing, and rewriting the past. I explain how cognitive dissonance, memory decay, and emotional self-protection keep us stuck in the cycle, and why excusing our behavior prevents real change. You'll learn what happens in the brain when we reframe harmful moments as one time occurrences, and how that keeps us from learning, growing, or getting sober for good. What to listen to next: E164: how taking breaks help me quit drinking for good Work with me: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Sober coaching https://www.soberpowered.com/sober-coaching  Weekly email: You'll hear from me on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free Courses: The non-negotiable mindset https://www.soberpowered.com/mindset-course Anger Management  https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Support the show: If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support all the research and effort that goes into this podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texans traded out of the 25th pick. How are we feeling about the way night one played out for the Texans? Should Nick Caserio have been more aggressive in the First Round? QOTD: When things don't go your way, how do you rationalize?

Just about every runner has made the mistake of going too fast on a recovery run and paid the price. There's a lot of things that we know we should do as runners and still get them wrong.  Coach Jeff brings his years of coaching experience to the show to share why runners make these 5 easy to fix mistakes: Overdoing recovery runs Ineffective strength training Rationalizing not having enough time Running through injury Eating the wrong fuel before and after training You might think this list looks basic, and you'd be right. Even veteran runners screw up the easy stuff sometimes and fixing them can help you to make massive performance gains. Marathon training is hard, so don't screw up the easy stuff.  Training Pace Calculator: https://runnersconnect.net/long-and-easy-run-pace/ Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community  RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week's show brought to you by: MAS Iron Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races.  Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance. The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize. In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed. But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance. By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market. In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%. Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron. Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase. Previnex Joint Health Plus Joint Health Plus from Previnex is clinically proven to reduce joint pain, joint stiffness,and improve joint flexibility in 7-10 days.  In fact, it is clinically proven to be up to 5 times more beneficial than glucosamine and chondroitin alone or in combination. I saw immediate results when I started using Joint Health Plus and that's why I reached out to Previnex to see if we could put together an offer for you guys. If you're suffering from joint pain or simply want to get a jump start on protecting your joint health as you get older, head to runnersconnect.net/joint and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% on your first order.

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Ross Douthat joins John Hirschauer to discuss his book, Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious.

A commentary and discussion on the Just for Today: Daily Meditations for Recovering Addicts. Contact Information: 919-675-1058 or facebook.com/groups/theanonpodcast

Judges 19 “Sexual Depravity and National Decay” 1. The chaos of a nation without God (v.1-2) 2. Compromise can lead to danger (v.3-21) 3. Rationalizing sin leads to decay (v.22-30)

Getting to our classes.Based on a post by FinalStand, in 13 parts. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels. Getting to our classes was eased by us being late. My teacher declared me 'tardy' despite my protestations that my brother had just been taken to the hospital. A few of my Black classmates snickered over that. 'Alexander' was given a 'pass' by his far more understanding teacher. That teacher was one of the 'haters', but Mikhail figured that hospitalizing one of us had gone way overboard in that man's eyes.That wasn't the only sign that things had changed. Darius and his crowd were prepping for the next attack. The rest of the school; they sensed something terrible was on the horizon. Our lack of response was a warning sign all its own. We weren't cringing, blustering, or glowering. Vicky said we were the 'eye of the storm' and wanted in on whatever vengeance we had planned.We told her we didn't have one. At lunch, Taliyah was torn up at first because she thought that Darius and Rashaan had Alexander beaten up over her. They'd even taunted her about it between classes, warning that worse was in store for her and Brandy at lunch. Those two women had gotten a measure of revenge by changing the location of the Cheer Squads 'lunch meeting'/gangbang, then forgotten to inform the football team of the change of venue.Darius came looking shortly after the fact. The other eight members of the Cheer Squad looked perplexed. Had Brandy not humiliated him (by dissing his BBC), he might have not decided to assume the whole group was in on this policy of denial.‘Brandy, get your ass over here,' Darius seethed.‘Taliyah, you had best correct yourself,' Rashaan added. A few other players who pretended they were BF/GF with a cheerleader added to the commotion.‘No,' I stood up and confronted him. He was looking for something more. 'Alexander' took up a position on the far side of the cheerleaders. People were clearing out the space between the football team and us.‘Brandy,' Darius stressed his authority. She was wavering. Fortunately for us, Taliyah was not.‘Back off you Mother-fucker,' she screamed.‘Taliyah?' Rashaan mumbled.‘You really want to be on their side?' Darius' eyes narrowed.‘I want to kick you and your fellow cowards' asses,' she seethed. Darius shot Rashaan a mocking glance, shaming him. His 'woman' was getting mouthy.‘Taliyah,' Rashaan asserted himself. ‘You are asking for a world of trouble.'‘What?' she spat back. ‘How many bruthas are you going to bring when you try to shut me up; cause I know you aren't man enough to do it yourself.'‘Bitch,' he stepped forward. I tried to move to her, Darius interposed himself. Mikhail had three guys on his flank so any move he made would put him in a nest of trouble.Rashaan grabbed her arm. My past twenty-four hours around that girl taught me that was a mistake. I didn't know if Rashaan was slower than Mikhail, or just caught off guard. Her slap resonated across the cafeteria. Before he could respond, she put a knee into his crotch, doubling him over. Multiply guys winced at the power of that nutting. Rashaan hissed like a punctured balloon and slowly slumped to the ground.Darius decided that was the indicator for the final showdown and settling of accounts. Kaelyne kicking a chair into his path was unexpected by both of us. Darius was far quicker on his feet than Rashaan. He was able to jump back before he could get clipped. The mob was so dependent on Darius for leadership that they froze up when his charge was truncated. Kaelyne had saved a whole lot of people a whole lot of pain.‘I'm done with you,' Taliyah sneered. ‘If you had wanted to be a real man, you would have fought Mikhail one on one, not like a pack of chicken shit jocks.' There was another hush and a 'no she didn't'.‘Brandy, get the fuck over here,' Darius glowered.‘I'm; I'm with Taliyah,' her voice wavered. ‘What you did was wrong. I thought you would be more of a man about this.'‘You'll pay for that,' he promised.‘Shut up. You are done. Brandy is with me now,' I challenged him. ‘I once offered you the opportunity to settle this like a man. You declined and now the whole school sees you for what you really are, a big, Black narcissist who doesn't care about anyone, but yourself.'There was a third pause in the murmuring.‘I don't think the football team knows what a narcissist is?' Kaelyne said in a low voice. Brandy let out a hysterical giggle.‘Samsonov!' the coach bellowed from across the room.‘Which one of us?' 'Alexander' shot back.‘Both of you,' he growled.‘No,' we said in unison.‘What?' he blustered. We were screwed no matter what we did.‘I need them to move some things in my class,' Ms. Blanchard spoke up from behind him. Alexander, the real Alexander, would have been so proud.‘Get some other boys,' Coach spun on her. She began to wilt.‘Coach Thomas,' a voice behind Ms. Blanchard emoted softly, ‘you are getting on my last damn nerve.'‘This ain't your school, Fonteneau,' he turned on Mom.‘My boy says you were one of the people that beat him up. I'm here to let the Principal know. On a personal level, I'm suing you and the school for what happened.'‘I didn't do nothing,' he groused.‘Funny, the only one who claims to have witnessed my son's beating is my son,' she purred like a Mamma Tiger stalking her prey. ‘I may be a Samsonov now, but I still have all that Fonteneau fortune to fight that court battle with. One more mishap for my other two boys, I'm going to have the best law firm in Little Rock crawl so far up your rectum that they know what you are going to eat before you bite into it.'‘I'm not afraid of you,' he puffed himself up.‘Really? None of these cases will take place in Davis County, Tobias (the coach). The previous school principal assaulted me, I have three sworn complaints against the Kingston PD filed with the Arkansas State Police, and a lawsuit pending against this school and the school board. A change of jurisdiction is a given. I'll be dragging you down to Little Rock to settle this mess.'‘You are lying,' he gulped.‘Test me,' Mom sizzled. I still couldn't see her over the crowd, but I knew those steely eyes were boring thru his soul. He might not have been guilty of beating up Alexander yet he was guilty of so much more that he was already rotten to the core. Everyone knew he had given his tacit approval for the beating of a student theoretically under his care.As an educator, he was sworn to better the lives of his charges, not use them for his own aggrandizement. No matter how entitled he felt he was, he knew the outside world wouldn't see it that way. Worse, he knew, deep down, he could have done so much better for his students. Sportsmanship, grades and fraternity were all his to dispense. Instead;‘Darius,' Coach Thomas called out. ‘You and I need to have a chat.'Darius turned his back on me and walked over to the Coach. Undoubtedly they were going to have a planning session. Alexander's fall had turned out to be a mixed blessing. Now the Sheriff's department had their eye on the place. Big Bob himself was chatting with the Principal and was inviting the man over for dinner. Big Bob was getting involved. It would take a few weeks before it became 'race-based harassment.‘Vlad,' Brandy hugged my left arm tightly. ‘Prince, how bad is this going to be?'That was unlooked for by multiple people. Two linemen retrieved Rashaan before the team made their departure.‘Brandy, take care of the Cheer Squad. If the team gets their hands on them, there is going to be some serious suffering. I'll be okay,' I smiled down at her.Taliyah gave me a thumbs-up before joining with Brandy. Mikhail told me later that she gave him a wink. After all, she knew that it was Alexander in the hospital, not her 'man' yet she had played her outrage so well. I'd almost been convinced. I was sure she'd made an impression on Rashaan; and Darius. They rounded up the Cheer Squad and the arguments and accusations began. The majority of their squad-mates didn't mind being BBC cum-sluts. That Taliyah and Brandy had broken the spell was seemingly impossible for them to grasp.As it turned out, with Taliyah giving Brandy some spine, Brandy was able to work her charismatic magic on the others to make them agree to a new program. Lunch 'workouts' were a thing of the past, as were after-scrimmage play times. From this point forward, the girls would be driving themselves to and from away-games, no more communal bus rides. To stress their point, Taliyah only had to point at Mikhail/Alexander's beating to show them how out of hand things had gotten.Darius' opening offensive had backfired in more than one way. I was sure he only saw this rebellion as a temporary thing he could soon correct. After all, he had blackmail material, his dominant mystique and his super-impressive BBC that would bring any woman to heel. His only concern was how much hell to put Brandy through before he disposed of her in one colossal gang-bang then dumping her mind-broken slut body on Big Bob's stoop. It was the 'asshole' thing to do.The rest of the day was still torturous. I developed several bruises and scrapes. Darius was still going with his full-court press to wear us down to the point we lashed out; suddenly there would be dozens of witnesses to our infraction. To add to our problems, Kaelyne also became a target of their aggression. I was as surprised as anyone when I learned she had been sent to the Vice Principal's office.Some muttonhead had grabbed her tit in the hallway between classes. She stabbed him in the face with a metal mechanical pencil while screaming 'rape' at the top of her lungs. This was not the 'Bad Ole Days'. Big Bob was keeping his eyes on the place and Principal Jean-Georges wasn't that 'Fat Old Bastard'. The 'assailant' had six inches and a hundred pounds on Kaelyne so the idea that she randomly attacked him was ludicrous.From what I heard, Big Bob was in a downright arctic mood too. Only later did Mom tell me she'd shown him the video of that first night at the lake; bukkake Brandy, Clarence getting some, and the general degradation handed out. Big Bob turned out to be Nothing like my Dad. Mom had to hold him back from going all 'redneck' on Darius and his crew. What did she offer?Revenge; at the hands of the Samsonov's. Dad could never find out. Big Bob was okay with that, bending the law to the point of breaking, covering up a crime and inventing evidence as needed to make sure that the crime would go unsolved, all those evils were absolved by the wickedness visited upon his daughter. Even then Mom had to promise an epic ass-whooping to keep him in line. 'How soon?' he had asked. Mom asked him if 'Alexander', Taliyah, Brandy and I could spend the night at his place Friday night after the game.‘No problem,' he grinned savagely.That afternoon we had to set some of Ms. Blanchard's students straight about how the wrong Samsonov had been beaten up and how Ms. Blanchard had a permanent escort to and from school for the foreseeable future. I had to admit, beating the crap out of the five of them felt good. Mikhail was positively euphoric. Big Bob had a reliable deputy hanging around the football team after school so that the Cheer Squad could go and come unmolested.Friday was more of the same, running the gauntlet between classes, dealing with collateral damage, Kaelyne was beaten up by some Black girls in the restroom, Vicky got more of the same when she tried to rescue her, and general crap at lunch. After lunch we were expecting a last, major push, some effort to remove us from the picture before the football game, leaving Brandy and Taliyah vulnerable far from home.It didn't work out that way. As lunch ended, the Brothers Samsonov, Kaelyne, (Vicky simply cut class) and the cheerleaders were all requested in the Principal's office. From there we were handed off to my Mom's tender loving care. See, she'd rented two luxurious vans for the team to be taken to the game, but we had to leave early to pick them up. Darius had fucked with the wrong Samsonov alright. Mom was a freaking psychic, or a satanic prophet.The game was the standard beat down. We won 30-14. Dad, currently off-duty, helped Mom shepherd the now horny cheerleaders off the field after the final play. I caught Darius glaring hate my way. He was counting on our inevitable defeat. What happened instead was indeed inevitable. Rattlesnakes that bit Mom, died. Killer whales turned away out of common courtesy shown to apex predators. Ten minutes alone in a room with my Mom had hardcore 'Lifers' calling their Mommas begging forgiveness; and I was assured that Theo was even scarier.After the game, we drove all the cheerleaders home, deposited the vans at our house, then Brandy, Taliyah, Mikhail and us went over to Big Bob's house. The girls grew sleepy, so Taliyah called her mother and told her she was spending the night at Brandy's. She didn't mention us being there. It was okay. The girls and Big Bob nodded off soon enough. Ground up sleeping pills in their drinks will do that.At nine o'clock, I woke up Big Bob from his recliner and suggested he go to bed. After he left, I erased the pre-recorded TiVo he'd unwittingly been watching, changed the clocks back to the real time, midnight, and then joined Mikhail on floor of Brandy's bedroom.‘Did you cut Big Bob's phone back on?' he asked. With the scope of the disaster we had enacted, he was bound to be called in.‘Yeah. Alibi established,' I yawned.My post-combat adrenaline rush was still keeping me awake. Twenty-three minutes later, Big Bob knocked on the door before coming in.‘Daddy?' Brandy rose up on her elbow and rubbed her eyes.‘Just checking up on you,' he scanned the room. ‘Taliyah, boys; ‘‘Is there a problem?' Brandy pouted.‘It seems there was a big fight at school and some boys got really hurt,' he shot Mikhail and me a curious look.‘Sorry we missed it,' Mikhail snorted.‘Vladimir, step outside and talk to me a second,' Big Bob motioned. I complied. It seemed prudent at the time. Once in the hall, he shut the door.‘This didn't have anything to do with you, or your brother, did it?'‘What happened when?' I tilted my head. Big Bob chuckled.‘Roughly nine o'clock tonight,' he grinned.‘As I recall, I went downstairs for a soda around nine, saw you asleep in your chair and suggested you go to bed,' I kept a straight face.‘I would have helped,' he whispered.‘With what, Sir?' I wondered. He looked at me steadily. Dad would have known something was up, seeking the truth was in his genetics. Big Bob; was as a diligent public servant who wove the delicate balance between law and order versus what was best for the public welfare. He just nodded, gave another chuckle then left.Over breakfast the next morning, Big Bob gave us the 411 on what had happened. Between nine o'clock and nine-ten last night, Darius and six other football players had been drinking in the parking lot after the bus ride back to school when two (maybe three) armed and armored assailants ambushed them. The attackers had been wielding big sticks/staves and proceeded to beat the seven students into unconsciousness.Darius had gotten the worst of it. Both of his knees were shattered. He was already being transferred from Davis Memorial Hospital to the one attached to the University of Arkansas Sports Medicine program. Even with that, the doctor at the hospital worried that the young athlete would ever walk again, much less run. Any hope of a career in football was gone. Even if he made a full recovery, it would take years. By that time; a college scholarship followed by some time in the NFL was a distant, impossible dream.My brother and I were immediate suspects except we had three witnesses to say we were otherwise occupied. The key one was Sheriff Big Bob Carson's himself. He recalled the time as well as what was on TV when I woke him up.Who else could it have been? Darius and the rest of Davis High's football team had spent all last season and the start of this season building up a huge roster of teams who hated their guts. Enough to hurt them? Darius' buddies had sidelined a fair number of student-athletes in their time. It could be drug related too. Darius' big brother was a known local drug figure.A peculiar aspect of the crime was that the security cameras around the crime scene had been knocked out with an air rifle while we were all at the game out of town, I had no idea that Kaelyne was that good a shot. There was no video evidence of the crime and, unless you believed in a massive conspiracy, it pretty much cleared the Samsonov's (Dad had been with us at the game and 'Mikhail' had been in the hospital; where people unknown/Darius had put him).Mom's alibi didn't start until she was seen by my Dad around 9:45 that night. She'd gone to visit 'Mikhail' at the hospital (he would be coming home this morning) then gone for a walk on the property. The Kingston PD had launched a raid on the house despite the crime not happening in their jurisdiction. They did illegally cross into county land, yet didn't find any incriminating evidence. Phineas Cobb the third had taken care of that for her.A five person (me, Mikhail, Mom, Kaelyne and Mr. Cobb) conspiracy had given Darius far more retribution than he could have possibly considered. Mom had insisted that we destroy his legs, thus ending his most potent weapon in the BBC arsenal, his status as a sports star. His dominant shadow would no longer cast itself on the halls of our school.Had he not put Alexander in the hospital;But he did. Threatening my brother's life had cost him his future. The most insidious part of Mom's plan was that whatever the Black community of Kingston thought, they would never be sure it was the Samsonov's behind it. We had never verbally threatened anybody over what happened to 'Mikhail/Alexander'.To believe we did it was to accept we had some sort of serious grievance. We did. Everyone knew we did yet they had denied the crime when it happened and were now trapped in that denial. In the investigation of the beating, the name 'Darius' had never come up. In fact, 'Mikhail/Alexander' hadn't named anyone, not even the coach. Mom had bluffed about that.Publically, if we had any issues to work out, it would have been with the coach and he was just fine, not a scratch on him.None of that stopped the Kingston PD from stepping up the pressure on the Samsonovs. It didn't stop the Mayor from calling in the State Police to take over the investigation. We weren't sure on what grounds it was being requested. After all, her talk with me about Darius had happened under circumstances she definitely didn't want to make public. Dad wasn't part of either investigation. Big Bob being our alibi didn't automatically exclude him.The outside investigators came by Bob's on Sunday to talk with him about it and he'd agreed on a concurrent investigation. The biggest question for the men (women actually) from Little Rock was why did anyone think it was 'Alexander' and I. What was our motive? Brandy had dumped Darius to be with me, so why would I want to punish him over that fact? Brandy hadn't been publically, or privately, threatened by him.'Alexander' and I? We Samsonov boys were good kids, making good grades with no recorded history of violence of any kind, neither in Arkansas, or Alaska. I hadn't liked Darius, but that hardly made me, or 'Alexander', unique. Most of the White student body hated his guts, after the fact. The showdown last Thursday? The only one who committed violence was the mayor's daughter on her former boyfriend; who wasn't among those hospitalized.Rashaan had been saved punishment because his teammates so shamed on the bus ride back to Davis High. he'd left early. Had he been wise, he would have thanked Taliyah for that accident of fate. On the plus side for that cocksucker, he was now the head of the football team as well as its star player.The two showdowns in Ms. Blanchard's class? Those students would have to explain why it had happened, thus what they had been up to over the past few years. That was sexual assault, rape and blackmail and taking that wrap to avenge Darius wasn't in them. The beating up of the kids around Shaquille? Precisely what had those seven been up to jumping our basketball teammate anyway?The carnage on the basketball court? That would imply one of the player confessing to stomping on Kaja. Both the team and the Assistant Coach were opposed to that exposure. No, it was the very erosion of trust that infected the BBC culture. Darius had gone from the Crown Prince to a 'what might have been' overnight. His former cronies felt zero loyalty to him anymore. Darius Pope had lost his luster. He was yesterday's news in the high school halls.At this point in the inquiry had the Kingston elders admitted to the outsiders Darius was a scumbag, abusing women and men for his own selfish ends, a blackmailer and bully, the investigation might have gained traction. But they didn't. He was their flawless native son, utterly without fault. That led the investigation away from us. It turned out that other teams Did have a motive for hurting the football team in general, not just Darius. The coach had to admit to that, there was video evidence of his team's barbaric behavior.The whole team were bastards on the field, half a dozen opposing coaches claimed as much and were vocally happy that such misfortune had befallen the evildoers of Davis High, karmic payback for their unsportsmanlike behavior. Did they know who the two (or three) 'agents of karma' had been? No idea. By that time, we had other worries. When the weekend was over it would be time to return to school, for all five of us.{Not like any other Monday}Monday, school life was adrift in the chaos left by Darius' abrupt departure. There was no clear successor, yet there were several contenders eager for the spot. None of them were White, but considering the school's racial makeup, it wasn't too surprising. There was also a sullen resentment against us, tempered by fear. It didn't take a first place winner at a school science fair for the students to figure out what had really happened.Darius had put Alexander/Mikhail in the hospital and now he and six of his closest confederates were in various states of serious disrepair. Everyone knew that Darius wasn't going to be carrying any footballs this season, or maybe ever again. He had crossed the unspoken line between harassment and serious damage. Sure, the Black student body had participated in those punches, pokes and slurs.Punishing 'Mikhail' had initially appeared to be justified; I had purloined Brandy and had gotten what I deserved for daring to dare. It had never occurred to anyone the meaner dogs in the fight weren't Darius Pope and his boys. Clearly, Darius had raised the level of 'acceptable' violence and they had blindly accepted his choice.Monday morning, Darius was no longer among them and the whole school society was experiencing 'continental drift'. Even teachers were uncertain what to make of us. Only Ms. Blanchard looked openly relieved that today was no longer more of the same. We found that out right before we had another school communion under the tutelage of Principal Dr. Pierre O'Rourke Jean-Georges.It was another exposition of what was wrong with this world and how he could fix it. The African-American Male Stereotype (aka the Football Team) had begotten violence from the entrenched White Establishment (even though there were no suspects, white or black, charged in the incident) in a never-ending cycle of brutality and suffering. The world would soon see the advent of the Brown Man ending the tyranny of White European cultural imperialism; not thru conflict, but thru the colored people's inherent spiritual superiority. Huh?‘I think we po' White folk done been insulted,' Vicky whispered to our small group. She had spunk. She was also Kaelyne's best friend, which would be of more importance later today.‘Why doesn't he rail against patriarchal tyranny?' Kaelyne added.‘Because he's a man?' I offered.‘Exactly,' she hissed.‘If there is so much White tyranny going on,' Alexander coughed, ‘why am I in so much pain?'‘Because you don't know how to dodge, you knucklehead,' Mikhail smirked. Dr. Pierre let his imperious gaze fall upon us, so we quieted. The rest was more of the same. We were idiots for solving problems with our fists and cocks; blah, blah, blah. What were we supposed to be? Men with pussies? The Student Body was left largely in the dark about our fates, though it did take him an hour to lead us there.Shaquille was at our lunch table once more, as was his girlfriend, Monique, and our teammate Kaja. That was comforting in more ways than one. Whatever had happened, they weren't ashamed, or afraid, to be seen with us. They didn't ask, so we didn't have to lie. We talked about upcoming tests, basketball practice and perhaps doing something this weekend. It was almost as if we were living in the 'new' normal.A few cheerleaders slipped away from Brandy and Taliyah that day. It wasn't like the BBC had lost its magic. Addicts remained addicts, that cock was too good to pass up and once a girl had the taste; they couldn't turn it down when offered. Mom's answer was a fuck-fest; which was an idea we three boys balked at. That was when Mom had her first glimpse that Mikhail had a problem of the heart.Only after she had pulled me aside for a chat/interrogation did she realize her own stupid mistake. Yes, Mom confessed to making an error in judgement. She'd realized that Taliyah was wild-spirited while not taking into consideration was exactly the type of woman my brother needed. That is what she said, 'needed'. That was so scary that I contemplated going behind Mom's back to warn Mikhail, almost.I had been a good boy Friday night and criminal goings on had kept us apart Saturday and Sunday, so by Monday, Brandy was about to bust a gut. Taliyah had her own bonfire burning behind her eyes, even while she exhibited more self-control. Kaelyne and Vicky staying after school, trying to weasel in a ride, was a bit unlooked for.‘I thought we could hang out together,' Kaelyne beamed. Vicky was not-so secretly amused. I repeat; she and Kaelyne were best friends.‘No!' snapped Brandy. Everyone was looking at her. ‘I mean, we really need to do some studying. Really bad; ‘‘I can help,' Kaelyne refused to be dissuaded.‘Not with this, you can't,' I muttered to myself. But I couldn't come up with a viable excuse to deny her, considering her rallying to our cause last week. ‘Sure,' I said in a louder voice. Brandy shot me a desperate visual appeal.‘Taliyah, are you and Brandy still planning to spend the night to help us with that project?' Mikhail intervened.‘Well; maybe,' Taliyah smirked. ‘Brandy?'‘Hell yes,' she glared at Kaelyne.‘Then we are all agreed,' Kaelyne grinned. Off we went, packed in like sardines. Alexander had gone home with Ms. Blanchard. That still left us with Brandy, Taliyah, Kaja, Mikhail, Kaelyne, Vicky and me in a four person Shelby Mustang.I dropped Kaja off first, as always. The trip home was more suspenseful than eventful. Victoria was unashamedly upbeat while Kaelyne was terribly high-strung. How she could miss the romantic situation between Brandy and I was a mystery. Only after homework, when we were getting ready for our workout and Mom got home, did any of it make sense. Instead of appearing as the majesty she normally projected to outsiders, she sneaked up on us all. She really was the Wicked Witch of the Ozarks! She must have been standing there for five minutes before she made her presence known by noisily clearing her throat.‘Brandy,' Mom stated with authority.‘Yes Ma'am,' she meekly responded.‘It is good to see you today. You too, Ms. Malik. Kaelyne and Victoria, it is nice to see you coming over as well. I hope my sons are making you feel welcome.'‘Hello,' Victoria and Kaelyne chorused. Taliyah settled for a wave.‘Kaelyne,' Mom nodded, ‘why don't you come with me and get some drink for the company?'‘Me?'‘Unless you know of another girl in the county named Kaelyne?' Mom mused.Brandy was relieved she wasn't the one being led away. She was still jittery.‘She doesn't look all that scary,' Vicky said in a low voice.‘Wait until she threatens you with physical violence,' Taliyah snorted.‘My Mom says she's psychotic. She cracked up years ago, along with her twin brother, Thomas, and they had to leave town,' Victoria informed us.‘It is Theo,' Alexander corrected her. ‘Her brother is called Theo, and from what I've been told, it was Kingston that drove her out.'‘What happened?' she pressed.‘Their Uncle Theo put my Uncle Leon into a coma he hasn't woken up from,' Taliyah grumbled. ‘This whole family is nuts.'‘You will pay for that,' Mikhail leered.‘Hardly,' she leered right back.‘Am I missing something?' Vicky looked to Alexander.‘He's always picks on her and she always slaps him,' Alexander shrugged. ‘Make of that what you will.'‘Don't you have some place you need to be, geek?' Taliyah menaced Victoria.‘No. Homework is done and I don't normally eat dinner until eight,' she answered blithely.‘Alexander, why don't you drive Vicky and Kaelyne home?' Brandy asked.‘Because he's convalescing,' Mikhail chortled.{Meanwhile, in the kitchen}‘So,' Mom said, ‘how long have you known you are a lesbian?'‘Wha, what?' Kaelyne stammered. ‘I'm not; ‘‘Me and my family don't mind, Kaelyne,' Mom smiled. ‘We aren't going to 'out' you, or going to stop liking you. I asked a simple question and expect an honest answer. Homosexuality is fine; lying is a deadly sin.'‘Umm; ah; a while.'‘See, that wasn't so hard. You like Taliyah, don't you?'‘I; uh; what makes; I; ‘‘Kaelyne, I trust you implicitly and would never steer you wrong. If you want to get close to Taliyah, all you need to do is ask Vlad. He likes you and considers you a friend,' Mom explained. ‘He's not going to hold asking him against you.'‘What about Mikhail? Aren't they; ‘‘Since you don't seem to have figured it out yet, let me tell you, Mikhail is difficult and not terribly helpful in matters of the heart,' Gayle chucked. ‘Vlad is the reasonable one, Taliyah likes him and he can use Brandy as a buffer.'‘What about what Taliyah wants?' Kaelyne protested.‘Do you care?'‘Yes; yes, I want her to be happy.'‘Good for you. I'm glad you've befriended my boys. That's a very brave thing to do and I appreciate it.'‘You are welcome.'‘So, ask him,' Mom finished getting out enough bottled water for the group of us.‘I don't want to put Vlad in a bind,' Kaelyne protested.‘Listen Kaelyne, losers moan about what they should have done. Winners risk and, win or lose, don't regret trying,' Mom lectured. ‘Do you want to graduate and leave this burgh wondering what might have been?'‘I; what happens if; it could be a disaster,' Kaelyne mumbled.‘You may not have a better chance than right now. Pull Vlad aside and open up to him. I guarantee things won't be any worse.'‘Okay. I'll think about it,' Kaelyne moped.‘Fair enough,' Mom shrugged. ‘With all this estrogen in the air, I feel like getting naked.'‘What?' Kaelyne gasped. Yep, Dad was in for a busy night. They came back in silence.{Outside once more}The rest of the workout went as planned. We finished with a wrestling bout between Mikhail and me. Taliyah and Brandy cheered me on so Vicky decided to speak up for my younger brother. I won two out of three falls after some serious effort only to have Alexander critique our efforts after the fact. Mom had come and gone. Kaelyne was pensive.‘Shower time,' Mikhail groaned.‘Finally,' Brandy sounded exasperated.‘Vlad, can I talk to you for a moment?' Kaelyne mumbled. Brandy stomped her foot in frustration when I complied.‘Yes?' I said after I'd pulled her aside.‘You and Brandy are; ‘‘What? Having sex?' I suggested.‘In love,' she looked down at her feet.‘Why would you want to know?'‘No reason,' she lied.‘We are into one another, not making wedding plans,' I patted Kaelyne on the shoulder. ‘It is sex. I'd like to think it is good sex. Is there a problem? Is his about us, you and me?' She shook her head. ‘I really like you,' I continued, ‘I don't want to think I've been leading you along.'‘That's not it,' she whispered.‘What is it then?'‘I like Taliyah,' she blurted out. The fear of humiliation in her eyes was palatable to me.‘Like as in you would like to spend time with her, like?' I asked. She remained staring at me, terribly hopeless. ‘Oh; you really like her. Oh, okay. Do you want to me to ask her how she feels about you?'‘I; I don't know,' she wailed. ‘The school isn't exactly 'gay-friendly'.'‘Do you believe that I'm your friend?'‘Yes.'‘Then don't worry. I've got this covered,' I assured her. Kaelyne took a deep breath, slowly let it out then hugged me. I could feel Brandy's lust-fueled anger being sent Kaelyne's way. I gave my buddy a comforting pat on the back.‘Brandy, can I talk to you a moment?' I said as I walked over to her. She was very uncertain and confused, so I kissed her. She burned me up with her full-body press in response.‘What is it?' she worried.‘You make me so happy. I don't think I tell you that enough.'I could feel Brandy's body relaxing against min

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Children are brilliant at rationalizing how a parent could simultaneously LOVE them, but also hurt, punish and abandon them. As children we had to make it all fit in our minds but if you're STILL doing this as an adult – and a lot of us get stuck in that pattern – you may have gotten stuck in "cognitive dissonance. "That's the psychology term for the mental disturbance and stress you feel when you vaguely realize that what you're experiencing – and the story you TELL yourself about what you're experiencing -- don't line up at all. Like someone is treating you horribly and making your life miserable, and YOU keep finding ways to believe it's the best relationship ever. But when you're IN cognitive dissonance, it can be hard to think clearly, or take sane action to protect yourself. In this video, I respond to a letter from a woman who is describing a horrible relationship, and struggling to see that it's a horrible relationship. Watch Out For These Dating Red Flags DOWNLOAD WORKSHEET: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3T7surQ

Andrew Bennett is the CMO at Conga, a revenue lifecycle management company. After graduating from Dartmouth College with a bachelor's degree in computer science, he began his career in tech at Onyx Software, where he led professional services for nine years. He later pursued his entrepreneurial aspirations by running a successful fly-fishing lodge business for almost a decade. Returning to the tech sector, Andrew joined Smartsheet, where he built the company's digital marketing and demand generation capabilities, led commercial sales, and ultimately served as CMO for his last three years, during which Smartsheet achieved over $1 billion in ARR. Six months ago, he joined Conga, where he now focuses on enhancing the company's global brand and driving demand for its offerings.Conga is a revenue lifecycle management company offering solutions across three main pillars: contract lifecycle management, document automation, and configure, price, and quote (CPQ). What sets Conga apart is its unified platform, where all these products seamlessly integrate to support customers' needs.In today's show, Alan and Andrew discuss Andrew's role at Conga and his efforts to drive alignment between sales and marketing. They delve into MarTech stacks, exploring how to prioritize and optimize these investments, along with strategies for measuring the real financial impact of marketing efforts.In this episode, you'll learn:Strategies to align marketing and salesHow to prioritize and rationalize MarTech stacksSteps to meaningfully measure the impact of your marketingKey Highlights:[01:27] Merging fly-fishing and MarTech[04:50] Career path to CMO of Conga[07:52] What is Conga[10:15] How to bring marketing and sales together and get them aligned[15:40] Rationalizing and maximizing MarTech stacks[18:40] Approaching impact measurement[23:30] Net dollar retention rate[24:34] Leveraging partnerships for brand and results[29:50] An experience from your past that defines you[31:02] Advice to your younger self[33:22] A topic that you and other marketers need to learn more about[35:02] Trends or subcultures others should follow[37:34] Largest opportunity or threat to marketers todayLooking for more?Visit our website for the full show notes, links to resources mentioned in this episode, and ways to connect with the guest! Become a member today and listen ad-free, visit https://plus.acast.com/s/marketingtoday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The crew discusses some best practices for autumn flower bed maintenance. Get ready for winter by doing and not-doing! Save your back and help our pollinator friends!

In this episode, I reflect on the past year of unbelievable horror… the excuses and legitimizing we've seen from the media and our politicians, how deeply entrenched tropes of ‘civilized' vs ‘barbarian' are. I also take a closer look at Ta-Nehisi Coates' recent interview on CBS morning as well as his interview with Jon Stewart. If you enjoy this show pls consider supporting via patreon.com/nicemangos and access extended episodes. —— Links: Ta-Nehisi Coates' recent interview on CBS https://x.com/cbsmornings/status/1840749848703770679?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqw Coates' interview with Jon Stewart: https://youtu.be/d0-y0X51Xtw?si=yXmRVqczuKIAq1kx How Israel's Army Uses Palestinians as Human Shields in Gaza https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/14/world/middleeast/israel-gaza-military-human-shields.html On centering supporters over victims of this genocide: Rationalizing the Horrors of Israel's war in Gaza https://www.newyorker.com/news/q-and-a/rationalizing-the-horrors-of-israels-war-in-gaza Widespread, systemic sexual abuse, r*pe and torture of Palestinian detainees: https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2024-07-29/ty-article/.premium/idf-police-raid-sde-teiman-prison-detain-soldiers-suspected-of-abusing-detainee/00000190-fe2c-d22a-abfe-ff2c10c20000 https://x.com/ha_matar/status/1817885626458337336?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqw https://www.972mag.com/sde-teiman-prisoners-lawyer-mahajneh/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/07/29/palestinian-prisoners-israel-jails-abuse/ https://jacobin.com/2024/07/israeli-soldiers-accused-of-rape-and-torture-of-palestinians Right to r*pe rallies break out in Israel: https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/8/13/israeli-protesters-rally-for-the-right-to-rape-prisoners My old Rogan episode where I discussed Jon Stewart a bit: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JSlLjzkQMDNvy4DlOcmoZ?si=2Khz5EDzSya8aTwyclrJPw The largest cohort of paediatric amputees in history: https://www.newyorker.com/news/dispatch/the-children-who-lost-limbs-in-gaza More women and children were killed in Gaza over the past year than any other conflict over the last two decades: https://time.com/7049499/oct-7-anniversary-israel-hamas-hezbollah-iran-future/ Zionist Columbia professor tweeting that Coates is not above ‘r*ping young women at a music festival' https://x.com/melnickjeffrey1/status/1845145257593249901?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqw Additional awful takes about Coates' criticism of Israel: https://x.com/aymanmsnbc/status/1845293374233846226?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqw

Don't be afraid, listener, it's just Baconsale. And we're kicking off this October with an episode about frightful feelings. We'll begin with a discussion about the most common fears in the world and confess which of us are afraid of the mainstream. Then we'll let Zack pronounce some bizarre phobias while Joel and Kent explain what each term means. And finally, we asked you for your most irrational fears, and we're going to list them (with some semblance of anonymity), judge them, and then rank them from the most rational to the most absurd. It's a fearfully fun time!   Press play to let raw meat be your constant and unlock your Californiaphobia.

Sermon Notes - Genesis 44 - True Repentance at LastMain Point: True repentance means acknowledging our sin and then turning from it and towards God.-Joseph's Test (v. 1-17)-Excursion: A Question Dodged   1. 3:13 - Shifting the Blame   2. 4:10 - Complaining   3. 12:18 - Leaving   4. 20:9 - Rationalizing   5. 26:10 - Silence   6. 29:25 - Making Excuses   7. 31:26 - Accusing Others   8. 44:15 - True Repentance-Judah's Speech (v. 18-34)

Gain control over your speaking and excel in your communication.For the first anniversary of his book Think Faster, Talk Smarter, Matt Abrahams shares strategies from the first chapter, focusing on managing speaking anxiety and improving spontaneous communication. Through personal anecdotes and practical techniques, he explains how to handle unexpected questions, reframe anxiety as excitement, and use mindfulness and breathing exercises to stay calm under pressure. The episode also offers tips for managing physical symptoms of anxiety and staying mentally focused during high-stakes situationsAudio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from THINK FASTER, TALK SMARTER by Matt Abrahams, read by the author. Copyright 2023 by Matthew Abrahams LLC. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc.Reference Links:Book: Think Faster, Talk Smarter Ep.48 Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: How to Tackle Communication Anxiety Connect:Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionHost Matt Abrahams introduces guestJen Psaki,  a political analyst and former White House official. (00:01:07) Principles of CommunicationThe importance of doing your homework and active listening.(00:02:08) Skills for Effective ListeningTechniques for focusing and improving listening skills in communication.(00:02:51) Engagement and Lowering BarriersStrategies for making communication more engaging and accessible.(00:03:50) Tailoring CommunicationImportance of audience understanding and adjusting communication style.(00:05:14) Preparation and Practice for ConfidenceThe role of preparation and continuous practice to build confidence.(00:07:07) The Value of FeedbackSeeking feedback and reflecting on communication performances.(00:10:10) Handling Difficult QuestionsTips for managing tough questions and controlling the narrative.(00:12:38) High-Stakes Negotiation Lessons from diplomatic negotiations and finding common ground.(00:15:30) The Final Three QuestionsJen shares a question that Matt should have asked, a communicator she admires, and her ingredients for successful communication.(00:19:48) Conclusion (00:00) - Introduction (01:20) - The Onion Interview (03:02) - Speaking Up Without Freaking Out (05:30) - The ABCs of Speaking Anxiety (06:44) - Mindfulness Matters (09:02) - Reframe Anxiety as Excitement (10:26) - Cooling Down and Managing Physical Symptoms (14:15) - Taming Negative Thoughts (15:26) - The Power of Repetition (16:04) - Preparing Questions (18:29) - Rationalizing the Odds (19:32) - Conclusion

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Join Daniel and Ron Apke as they welcome special guest Anthony Weiler for an insightful discussion on the differences between wholesaling land and flipping. In this episode, they delve into the unique philosophies behind each approach, offering a comprehensive overview of how both processes work. Tune in to discover the pros and cons of wholesaling versus flipping, learn about potential profit margins, and get an in-depth look at the double close strategy that could significantly boost your profits. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable tips and strategies for land investors! WANT TO GET STARTED?  ================================  ⁠⁠https://landinvestingonline.com/starter-guide-phone/⁠⁠ SOCIAL ================================ Ron's Instagram

POTUS: #POTUS: Rationalizing student loan forgiveness. Richard Epstein Hoover Institution https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/15/politics/classified-documents-case-trump-dismissed-aileen-cannon/index.html 1922 SCOTUS

Thanks to all who caught the stream live today. Looks like we're getting a few more folks on YouTube lately and that's exciting! Hey, in a day where everything in the world is content, we are more than grateful that you're riding with us. Thanks to Seth for his time today and good luck on the house, buddy. But by the sounds of the percentages you were winging around and the vibe of the chatroom, I don't think people really want you to make another mistake. 20K is an assload of cash, man. But I don't need to tell you that. Thanks for watching, y'all! - d - Bart Marek's team offers a decade of expertise in property transactions. - Favorable market conditions for buyers to negotiate. - Hometown Heroes Program aids first-time buyers financially. - Predicted gradual decline in interest rates to stabilize the market. - Long-term client dedication by the Bart Marek team. - Bill Bellamy's visit showcased his kindness and youthful look. - Issues discussed: studio responsibilities and ice maker malfunction. - Seth Petruzzelli's unexpected mention on the show. - Bill Bellamy interview covers unique anecdote involving P Diddy. - Emphasized the value of group photos at events. - Shared experiences of boating on Lake Conway. - Discussed how men's heights influence perceptions. - Explored social dynamics at all-male gatherings. - Focus on Seth's prospective new house near Lake Conway. - Benefits of waterfront living discussed. - Considered recreational use of Seth's potential new property. - Discussed societal views on age and marriage through "crows" and "doves" metaphor. - 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In this episode of the Rich Mind Podcast, Randy Wilson interviews Martin Salama, a life coach and bestselling author. They discuss topics such as mindset, abundance, and the difference between self-awareness and self-consciousness. Martin shares his personal journey of overcoming challenges and becoming more self-aware. He also intro duces his book, Worrier to Warrior, and his coaching program. In this conversation, Martin Salama shares his insights on self-awareness and emotional control. He introduces the concept of a scorecard to help individuals pause, think, and respond in challenging situations. Martin emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and understanding emotions, identifying triggers, and taking intentional action. He also discusses the transformation he experienced in his own life and how it led him to help others through coaching programs. Martin's coaching programs focus on shifting mindsets, building emotional strength, and creating sustainable growth. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of self-awareness and intentional action in personal and professional development. ____________________ Takeaways Self-awareness is the key to personal growth and transformation. Self-consciousness is driven by ego and the need to please others, while self-awareness comes from a place of acceptance and self-assuredness. Rationalizing is often a way of lying to ourselves to justify our actions or decisions. Stop, think, and respond instead of reacting impulsively in challenging situations. Coaching and mentorship can be valuable in helping us gain self-awareness and make positive changes in our lives. Self-awareness is key to personal and professional growth. Using a scorecard can help individuals pause, think, and respond in challenging situations. Acknowledging and understanding emotions is crucial for emotional control. Identifying triggers and taking intentional action can lead to positive change. Coaching programs can provide guidance and support in shifting mindsets and building emotional strength. ______________________ Learn more about Martin and the products and services he provides through the following links ⬇️ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/martin.salama.7 Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorslifecode/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-salama-cpc-eli-mp/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/MartinSalama Martins Website - https://thewarriorslifecode.com/ ____________________ I'd Love to stay connected…Please check out the following links to follow and connect with me on the platform of your choice ⬇️ YouTube -  @randywilson  Instagram - https://instagram.com/randywilsononline/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randywilsononline/ My Website - https://RandyWilsonOnline.com  

Welcome to Episode 12 of Constructing with Care, a Podcast for healthcare executives to discuss topics affecting capital projects today. Your host for today's episode is Leslie Tullio, Enterprise Leader Brand and Communication. Leslie welcomes two special guests, Hector Torres from DC Advisory and Supina Mapon from DPR Construction, for the second of two episodes. They continue the conversation about the shifting paradigms in healthcare real estate strategies and dive deeper into optimizing real estate for future value.   Key Takeaways: [:53] About “The Rationalized Portfolio,” what are the key considerations for health systems when restructuring leases and divesting non-core assets? [4:14] Hector discusses "The Redistributed Portfolio" in more detail. How can health systems effectively integrate community nodes of care into their real estate strategies? [6:54] Supina addresses "The Re-envisioned Portfolio," explaining how health systems can balance physical and virtual resources to support continuous health. [9:03] Supina shares practical suggestions to incorporate the re-envisioned portfolio as a strategy. [10:25] Hector adds the value of collaborating to achieve a re-envisioned portfolio. [12:54] Supina emphasizes the importance of leaders flexibility in how they plan for technology.  [13:24] Supina and Hector elaborate on the concept of "The Refocused Portfolio." How are hospitals evolving from universal anchors to specialty centers? [16:45] Hector and Supina advise hospital and healthcare leaders regarding their real estate portfolio.   Mentioned in this episode: Constructing with Care Brought to you by DPR Construction, A trusted healthcare builder. Follow DPR Construction on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.   Tweetables and Quotes: "The redistributed portfolio strategy requires forward-thinking partnerships and innovative facility designs to enhance care accessibility and reduce costs."   “Rationalizing real estate portfolios is not just a strategy; it's a necessity for health systems to optimize operations and enhance strategic objectives."   Hector Torres    "Investing in and operating real estate portfolios as we did before will not lead to financial viability. We must adapt to realize unrealized value."   Supina Mapon

"I think it's my purpose in life to leave an imprint on people or places I go. Maybe it's like little seeds that I plant or pixie dust I spread around and it blooms a little bit. I just love that." Full Title: Chanti, Type 7 - Magically Enhancing My Environment, Having Fun, and Getting (Away With) What I Want Chanti [SX/SP 7w6 794] is a fascinating and magical human being living in Belgium. We explore how how assertive Chanti can be about her priorities, the difference between frustration and attachment perspectives, and the centrality of her aesthetic impact to her identity. Enjoy. Note: I make a mistake in the first minute, calling Chanti "social first." She is sexual first. Chanti's Links YouTube: @MOONFLOWER_asmr Insta: @moonflowerchanti The Enneagram School https://www.theenneagramschool.com/ Timestamps 0:00 Intro 3:10 Magically enhancing the space between us 10:57 Bumping heads with 6s, being assertive about standards of art, creativity 14:12 Frustration with 6 colleague about "having to be grateful to boss" for being "allowed" to go on a trip 16:43 Chanti vs Josh's "rule-following" disposition (Frustration vs Attachment) 20: 14 "When people like me I can do whatever I want"; but when charm doesn't work, gets under my skin 26:11 Social blind 7 moment 36:05 Being low superego, story of family, brother's expectation (Frustration vs Attachment) -- low "obligation" energy 44:35 Rationalizing vs coming from sincere inner place 48:27 Chanti's values "vs" Responsibility 52:42 Other's "shoulds" about contraint, my "shoulds" about freedom 56:24 Convincing myself "why I should do something," asking for permission til I get yes (6 wing) 59:41 New nourishment -- social, listening, attunement in relationship 1:08:32 Hidden Social/Heart suffering when others don't value me for my aesthetic contributions 1:18:27 Our SO/SP 3 vs SX/SP 7 conversation dynamic 1:21:12 Chanti's ASMR 1:26:48 Not fun to be social or 6-fixed? ... 1:30:44 Outro & plugs! --- Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay Coma-Media: https://pixabay.com/users/coma-media-24399569/ Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/ --- #enneagram #enneagramtypes #enneagram7 #type7

We've learned that narcs don't generally recover because of their "creative narration" abilities. Now, let's talk about some of the ways they spin those stories. Today, we start our examination of self-defense mechanisms by looking at the purposes of Intellectualization and Rationalization. Then, we ask the question: SO HOW SMART ARE THEY? And discuss the distinct Thought Processing limitations of both Grandiose and Vulnerable Narcissists. Want the full story? Find the longform episodes on these topics at patreon.com/traumatizedmotherfuckers or check the new subscription stream on Spotify for all recent releases in video form, right on your favorite streaming app! Good to speak to you like a human again... And Cheers, Fuckers!

As the school year comes to a close, we're taking a step back from practical strategies, and looking at the big picture of K-12 education. Until summer, there's not a lot of time or mental bandwidth to consider questions like, “What are the larger factors impacting our work? How are other schools handling these challenges? How do we proactively prepare for what's next and create a vision for where we're heading, instead of just trying to put out fires all the time?” In an era of student disengagement and teacher disillusionment, it's crucial for us to envision a better way of doing school and collectively work to make that vision a reality. So, in this episode, I'm sharing the statistics around teacher vacancies, student enrollment declines, and budget forecasts, along with the implications for schools. I'll then analyze the trends and focuses that we'll be seeing more of in education in the coming years. Topics covered include: Artificial Intelligence Student safety and mental health Rationalizing and consolidating curriculum Hybrid learning and multi-classroom models The 4-day school week Vocational-technical training and non-college prep Microschools and “schools within a school” You'll be invited to reflect on what else might be possible for schools and use your expertise as a teacher to help shape the future of education. Together, we can change the narrative around the profession and find the overlap between what's best for teachers and what's best for kids. Read the blog post for this article here.

One of the reasons for the lack of work-life balance is working a lot of hours and taking on too many responsibilities. Whether it's business or personal related, we tend to say yes to more things than we realize which steals time away from your spouse and kids. So how do we keep from taking on too much so we can maintain a healthy relationship with our family? Our spouses can keep us accountable but it can also create conflict. Because the truth can hurt. In this episode, we'll discuss ways we can hold each other accountable from not working too hard or taking on too much in a way that will be received well.  Key Takeaways: Stats on working too much Health issues- Stress - Working 40 hrs/week + yields no additional benefit but increases heart attack risk 35% Relationship issues- Less time w/spouse will affect your relationship Put your ego down and listen to your spouse Come up with a code word that doesn't trigger the other spouse Listen to your kids Have an accountability buddy…or two Rationalizing it doesn't make it true Just because you don't see it doesn't mean it's not happening Patience and vetting out all opportunities can uncover hidden land mines

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I am sorry to be taking you on this dark journey, but I strongly feel this is an important story that everyone should know. Over the years, I've tackled some heavy topics. This is definitely one of the heaviest. This episode covers some of the things that happened in El Salvador in the 1980s, in particular the story of the massacre at El Mozote, and how policies formulated by the White House supported death squads unleashing hell on civilians. As much as humanly possible, I'll try to let the facts speak for themselves and not inject too much of my own commentary. I'll pose here again the question that I asked in my previous episode… I'd like you to picture some of the most awful human beings you could possibly imagine… genocidal maniacs, torturers, child rapists. Got the picture? Ok. Now I'd like you to imagine if you can conceive of any circumstances in which not only you wouldn't do everything in your power to stop them, but you would actually support them. Can you think of any scenario that would warrant you supporting people like that? Can you picture yourself fighting hard to make sure they have millions of dollars and supplies to carry out their activities? Keep your answer in mind as you listen to this episode.

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I am nobody. Nothing is going on.[Warning: this episode contains depictions of medical experimentation, gun violence, and sipping coffee. Listener discretion is advised.]LINKS:STICKERS/MAGNETS: https://ko-fi.com/woebegonepod/shopTWITCH: http://twitch.tv/woebegonepodPATREON: http://patreon.com/woe_begoneALIZA SCHULTZ: https://shows.acast.com/the-diary-of-aliza-schultzTRANSCRIPTS: http://WOEBEGONEPOD.comTWITTER: @WOEBEGONEPODMUSIC: http://woebegonepod.bandcamp.comDISCORD: https://discord.gg/pn9kjTBYPD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the second half of EWU, Season 5! This story is called 'The Maintenance Man' and will be a two-part series.  After moving into a new apartment, Juliette spotted the handsome maintenance man, “Romeo,” and the two began dating. But, when things weren't adding up, Juliette took matters into her own hands and went undercover to identify what he wasn't telling her, only to find herself in a love triangle of endless he-said-she-said drama!Some of the topics discussed include,Dating app fatigue and ‘dating in the wild'…is one better than the other?Is a man who doesn't have social media a red flag?Not providing specifics…yay or nay?Rationalizing bad behavior.How to deal with the ex-partner of your new love interest.Support the showDO YOU HAVE YOUR OWN STORY TO SHARE? EMAIL US at ExWivesUndercover@gmail.comLIKE THE PODCAST? If so, please give us a 5-star rating and help us spread the word and protect other women from falling victim to these types of men.VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.ExWivesUndercover.comCan't get enough of the A-Team? Be sure to check out our new YouTube show!

For our Talk Heathen episode today, Jimmy Jr. and Kelley Laughlin work through calls of objective morality while misgendering Jesus as the Branch of the Old Testament.Slavic in CO wants to discuss freelance awareness of consequences and how that applies to objective morality. How is objective morality defined? Morality can never be subjective because there are so many ways to define objective morality. We justify doing things that are considered immoral by having reasons to consider these things moral. How do we make sure that we are not harming people in ways that we did not think about? If you treat others with respect and dignity, you are more likely to get that back from others. We don't need a god or religion for that. Do you always know if an action is a bad action before you do it?The Blind Limey in TX asks how to define rational and reasonable evidence when some thoughts can be wrong, yet rationalized internally. You can rationalize all kinds of bad ideas as we have seen throughout history. There can also be all kinds of reasons to justify bad actions. Rationalizing a religious view can seem logical to one person but illogical to another that is not of that view. Ace in the USA, wants to talk about how Jesus is the Branch in the Old Testament. This is not a platform for you preaching or using holy scripture to get us to believe. Can you tell us what you want us to believe without using the Bible? We need to find evidence outside the Bible to show us that the Bible is actually true. How do you know that anyone ever saw Jesus do miracles? How could a claim be made when no one knows who these people were? To say that everyone believes that Jesus did miracles is factually incorrect.Nate in CA wants to let us know that Jesus has been misgendered because Mary was the only case that has reproduced asexually, and therefore Jesus should be female, if we take what the Bible says is true. This is an interesting point of view, but we doubt many Christians will accept that Jesus is a clone of her mother. Why couldn't the magical being that impregnated Mary, have just made the baby any gender?Karen, Jimmy's sister from NY says that her ideology is not that different from her brother's because she does not believe in any or all of the writings in the Bible. Bad behavior and being a devout Christian are not incongruent if this means following what the Bible says precisely. Jimmy can appreciate how Karen has grown to not need the theoretical pistol held to her. JImmy's intent is to not hurt people's feelings, but to do what is right for him. Karen appreciates Jimmy's honesty and intelligence. Thank you for tuning in this week! Our Talk Heathen to Me of the Week is: Why did Jimmy Jr. make the face shown on the screen @16:54?

Master the art of stress management and emotional resilience in this episode of Saas Fuel as Jeff Mains talks with Kenneth Berger, a seasoned startup coach, former founder and one of Slack's earliest hires. Kenneth brought to light a crucial perspective for any entrepreneur: the recognition that we always have options and choices, even amidst suffering or challenges.He discusses the importance of self-worth and the courage to articulate and chase after one's goals, highlighting the upcoming book "Ask For What You Want" as a guide for founders to confidently pursue their ambitions. The discussion takes a candid look at the importance of regular stress checks to avoid the burnout that awaits those who ignore the warning signs and confront the psychological turbulence that can throw a founder off course.Together, they explore why maintaining mental and emotional well-being is more than a personal quest; it's a necessity for professional survival.Key Takeaways[00:01:11] - Preventing Burnout for SaaS Founders [00:06:03] - Aiding individuals in stress management and burnout prevention[00:08:39] - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Asking[00:11:55] - Asking for What You Want [00:18:06] - Beating and Managing Imposter Syndrome [00:29:10] - Challenges in transitioning between companies [00:36:53] - Rationalizing actions and ownership of mistakes.[00:39:00] - Feeling Safe and Strategies for Coping [00:41:38] - Promoting Openness and Data-Driven Decision Making Tweetable Quotes"Burnout often comes from feeling that the stakes are so high that you cannot fail." - 00:08:08 Kenneth Berger"Asking for what you want is how you get everything in life, but to do that, you've got to iterate." - 00:14:14 Kenneth Berger"Well, really, it's about fear, right? So when we say this is the only thing we can do, usually what we really mean is part of me is so afraid of the alternative that I cannot allow that to happen; it is not safe like something horrible is going to happen." - 00:22:14 Kenneth Berger"The cost is these are unsustainable strategies, right? That if we blame everyone all the time, eventually that's going to hurt our relationships." - 00:39:53 Kenneth Berger"The more we can be open about that stuff and just say that that's data, that's like any other data that helps us figure out how to run our lives and run our businesses and not some taboo thing we don't talk about." - 00:41:00 Kenneth BergerThere's no life without suffering. Suffering is just part of life and is certainly part of entrepreneurship.” - 00:19:51 Kenneth BergerSaaS Leadership LessonsAcknowledge the Reality of Stress and Burnout: Recognize that stress is an inevitable part of the entrepreneurial journey. Just as an airplane must maintain cabin pressure to ensure the safety of its passengers, a leader must regularly check in on their stress levels to prevent burnout. Reframe Rejection and Failure: Reframe rejection not as a personal failure but as an opportunity for growth. By viewing setbacks as a natural part of the sales process or leadership journey, leaders can maintain a positive outlook and learn from each experience.Cultivate Emotional Resilience: Develop emotional resilience by understanding that some suffering is inevitable but choosing their battles wisely. By...

An active investor for 20 years, Jonathan has been involved in over $10 billion of real estate transactions worldwide in the hospitality, office, and residential sectors, focusing on hotels. Prior to founding EOS in 2017, he was with Northwood Investors from 2007 to 2016, where he served as a Managing Director from 2009 to 2016, overseeing the acquisition and asset management of its hotel portfolio. Jonathan oversaw the hotel investment process for Northwood Investors, which included over $940.0 million of equity.On this episode, Jake and Jonathan discuss:Finding and structuring dealsGauging riskDebt strategiesRate ceilingsStrategy sessionsBuilding a vertically integrated organizationSetting incentivesLinks:EOS InvestorsJonathan on LinkedInGirls Like Us by Cristina AlgerThe Great Game of Business by Jack StackIsla Bella Beach ResortConnect & Invest with Jake:Follow Jake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jwurzakTake the Hospitality Investing Masterclass: https://learn.jakewurzak.com/Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: https://bit.ly/3yg8PwoTopics:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:01) - Jonathan's career hospitality(00:05:52) - How are you finding and structuring deals?(00:10:05) - Gauging risk(00:14:18) - Succeeding in hospitality as an outsider(00:20:46) - Debt strategies(00:25:51) - Evaluating market supply(00:28:12) - Rate ceilings(00:31:50) - Why Jonathan chose hospitality(00:33:49) - Most important learnings about hospitality(00:37:49) - Rationalizing having a diverse portfolio(00:45:06) - Strategy Sessions(00:50:15) - Improving communication flows(00:57:20) - Building a vertically integrated organization(01:03:17) - Building EOS(?)(01:09:01) - Incentivizing people(01:14:38) - Where investments go wrong(01:17:13) - What is your favorite hotel?

Manuele is an intimacy coach and men's mentor. His academic background in Communication and Semiotics broadened his horizons, but travel and transformative experiences truly shifted his outlook. Integrating intellect, spirituality, and sexuality was a significant personal journey for him. He did that by exploring diverse spiritual communities, delving into esoteric subjects and psychology.    His mission today is to guide and inspire people, especially men, on the path of conscious growth through deep intimacy and authentic relating.   He works online with courses and 1:1 sessions, and in person with his playshops and retreats that he facilitates around Europe.   Key topics include:  ⭐️ The Harm Caused by Lying and Disrespecting Oneself and Others ⭐️ Taming The Sexual Energy with Self-Awareness ⭐️ Building a Conscious Relationship with Oneself ⭐️ Disconnecting from Empathy and Rationalizing the Suffering of Others  ⭐️ The Balance between our Desires and the Pain Caused from the Pursuit ⭐️ The Important Lessons of Empathy about Ourselves and Others  ⭐️ Finding and Centering Ourselves in the Authenticity of Our Souls ⭐️ The Difference between the Image and the Inspiration coming from a Role Model ⭐️ The Judgment We Have for Other People that Blocks our Inspiration ⭐️ Doing Shadow Work on Our Triggers to Develop Intimacy with Us and Others ⭐️ Intimacy Beyond Sexual Closeness and The Positive Impact on Our Lives   Connect With David - The Authentic Man:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/  Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/  For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net  Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe  Men's Dating Accelerator, 5 Week Mini Training - Jan 22nd to Feb 19th: https://www.theauthenticman.net/store/mens-dating-accelerator  Connect With Manu Paradiso:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manuele_paradiso/ Website: https://www.manueleparadiso.com/   

Ever caught yourself putting off an onerous task until tomorrow “when you'll want to do it,” or blaming your love for midnight snacks on genetics? Yeah, it's time to call out that BS. This week on The Change Lab, we're stripping down the layers of self-deception and exposing the laughable but crafty ways we rationalize our nonsense, justify our childish behavior, and dodge the discomfort of growth.Get ready to confront the sneaky ways your inner Rational Rider defends and justifies your inner Emotional Elephant's inclination to seek comfort, avoid pain, and do what it damn well pleases.In this episode, Dr. Heinz breaks down 12 common ways your Rider justifies and defends your Elephant's less than stellar behavior. Your mission, if you dare to accept it, is to dive headfirst into the messy, hilarious truth of how you've been letting your inner elephant run amok.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Geographic Differences, Button Pushers, and Rationalizing Trade-In Values. (With special guest Brian Kramer)

Today's Flashback Friday episode is from episode 734 published October 4, 2016. Jason's guest, Brian is a client and a longtime Creating Wealth Podcast listener. Brian describes his early days of real estate investing when Sara initially walked him through the buying process. The properties he purchased in Atlanta and Memphis have now matured and Brian is faced with making a decision. Should he refi-til-ya-die or to do a 1031 exchange and get 2 for 1 on his highly appreciated properties. Jason shares his insights on best business practices, how to use an IRA as a tax savings vehicle and recommends some “must read” books on real estate investing. Key Takeaways: 1:44 The Wells Fargo contract claw back. 3:39 “Make Six Figures” Bloomberg article tells a scary tale from the content portal. Case Study with Brian: 8:53 Brian read Rich Dad, Poor Dad in high school which led him to the Creating Wealth podcast. 10:15 Brian was pleased with the support he received from Sara and the Local Market Specialists. 13:10 Is refi-til-ya-die always the best option or does the 2 for 1 plan make better financial sense on highly appreciated properties? 16:51 The 2 for 1 exchange gives the owner all of the equity to reinvest. The refi-til-ya-die option is limited to the cash-out loan to value ratio. 18:06 A refi may be a simpler option and offers a locked-in lower interest rate. 20:34 Brian shares his real estate investor stories on his website Rental Mindset. 21:55 When buying real estate inside of an IRA you get a tax efficient vehicle inside of another tax efficient vehicle. 22:37 Read Garrett Sutton's Loopholes of Real Estate. 23:55 Rationalizing buying a property sight unseen. Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Hartman Education Rental Mindset     Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

Episode #717 What would do if you found out that your wife was cheating on you? How would you deal with it? Do you confront your wife? When men get hurt like this, shame becomes prevalent. Shame is where it gets dangerous. Shame stops men from reaching out to other guys. Shame comes around from the feeling of not being enough. The shame and the hurt cause men to go into an ultra-beta mode or DEERing - Defending, Explaining, Excusing, Rationalizing. You have to take full responsibility for everything in your life. Take full responsibility - but always remember that this is not your fault. This is on them. Even if you have contributed in some way, it doesn't make an allowance for that kind of behavior. In this episode, we are going to talk about physical and emotional cheating, what to do when you find out that your wife is cheating on you, how to handle it, and what you can do about it. __________ Hungry for more? Head over to our Bonus page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Today Jason talks about the current state of the market and the Federal Reserve. He mentioned that while house prices have increased significantly, median household income has also seen growth. However, real house prices are still more expensive than 23 years ago. Jason also discussed the resilience of the real estate market and the human tendency to rationalize decisions. He emphasized the importance of considering economic data on a per capita basis and discussed the concept of geo-arbitrage. He warned investors about the potential risks associated with triple net leases, specifically pointing out the example of Walgreens. He also announced a free Zoom meeting to discuss a new financing program offering 2.9% owner financing on select properties. Then Jason and economist Robert P. Murphy discuss the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on the economy. He emphasizes that while AI advancements might lead to job displacement, historical examples show that technological progress has ultimately led to increased prosperity and specialization. Murphy acknowledges concerns about AI's potential runaway self-improvement but argues that even in scenarios where AI outpaces human capabilities, humans can still benefit from coexisting with AI. He advises considering investments in assets that AI cannot easily replicate, like land and physical resources. Murphy also touches on the potential impact of AI on cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and the security of public ledgers in the face of AI advancements. Key Takeaways: Jason's editorial 2:04 Peeling back the layers of house prices 7:11 Rationalizing our decisions 9:21 GDP per capita Stats: Colombia vs. the US 10:21 Gross National Income per capita, geoarbitrage and the Hartman Comparison Index 13:02 RiteAid and Triple net leases 15:43 Join our zoom meeting August 31: owner financing as low as 2.99%. Sign up at https://www.jasonhartman.com/financing   Robert Murphy interview 16:46 AI and dangers it brings 19:10 Lost jobs and the convenience and prosperity AI creates  24:38 AI and "Free Trade" 27:54 When AI goes too far 29:25 Atoms vs. Bits- Invest in things that AI cannot mass produce in the future 33:25 Blockchains and AI   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com  

Let's talk rationalization. People will rationalize things to death when they want something to work or when they are terrified of possibly losing something if they face the truth.  Listen to this episode now... and to buy my book, search "Don't Be DESPERATE book" on Amazon, CLICK HERE, or copy & paste this link into your browser: https://amzn.to/3KbFh9k Get More Help: (1) ORDER EMAIL or PHONE coaching at breakupBOOST.com (2) Call Trina direct on The Breakup Hotline ANYTIME! (see website for details: https://www.breakupboost.com/live-coaching-trina-breakup-boost) (3) GET A PERSONALIZED VIDEO from Trina for you or a friend on CAMEO: cameo.com/breakupboost (4) CHAT ONLINE with Trina from your phone or computer: premium.chat/breakupBOOST  (5) SUBSCRIBE to Trina's YouTube - search "breakup BOOST

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And now for something completely different…Kat Rosenfield is an author and writer who often boldly covers matters of cultural controversy. So what does this podcast have to do with sports? Not much, beyond the following: So many people I ran into at NBA Summer League couldn't shut up about Jonah Hill. Given that Kat has covered the Hill situation on her podcast, I wanted her additional takes on the topic. First question: Why the hell is this private matter made public such a story? Subjects on this podcast include but aren't limited to…* Kat thought I might tie this to sports somehow* How this private drama got such public traction* Airing dirty laundry for the “win”* “Professional Surfer”?* Why are pro-therapy people anti “therapy talk”?* Rationalizing bullying as righteous * Can famous people really ever find love, post fame?* Looks as often unacknowledged social advantage (or disadvantage) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.houseofstrauss.com/subscribe

To unlock exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus Anne Applebaum (Pulitzer-prize winning historian and staff writer for The Atlantic)joins host Ron Steslow to discuss her book Twilight of Democracy, why America isn't immune to the lure of authoritarianism, and the warning signs that we're in danger of losing our republic.  (02:12) Why she wrote Twilight of Democracy (06:30) The allure of authoritarianism  (10:40) What led to an authoritarian shift in the US (19:29) The willingness to give up democracy for policy wins (28:28) Rationalizing the descent to authoritarianism  (35:36) The importance of of state media in authoritarian regimes  (41:58) Breaking out of the media filter bubbles  (50:11) The paths forward for democracy You should read Twilight of Democracy: https://bit.ly/3oGBdCV Politicology is supported by listeners like you. Can you pitch in right now at https://politicology.com/donate? Follow Anne and Ron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/anneapplebaum https://twitter.com/RonSteslow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices