Podcasts about stop signs

It’s actually a good thing that some books push you to the edge of your ability to understand. But there’s no doubting the fact that dense, abstract and jargon-filled works can push you so far into the fog of frustration that you cannot blame yourself for giving up. But here’s the truth: You don’t have to walk away frustrated and confused. I’m going to share with you a number of practical strategies that will help you fill in the gaps of your reading process. Because that’s usually the real problem: It’s not your intelligence. Nor is it that the world is filled with books “above your level.” I ultimately don’t believe in “levels” as such. But as someone who taught reading courses at Rutgers and Saarland University, I know from experience that many learners need to pick up a few simple steps that will strengthen how they approach reading difficult books. And in this guide, you’ll learn how to read challenging books and remember what they say. I’m going to go beyond generic advice too. That way, you can readily diagnose: Why certain books feel so hard Use pre-reading tactics that prime your brain to deal with difficulties effectively Apply active reading techniques to lock in understanding faster Leverage accelerated learning tools that are quick to learn Use Artificial Intelligence to help convert tough convent into lasting knowledge without worrying about getting duped by AI hallucinations Whether you’re tacking philosophy, science, dense fiction or anything based primarily in words, the reading system you’ll learn today will help you turn confusion into clarity. By the end, even the most intimidating texts will surrender their treasures to your mind. Ready? Let’s break it all down together. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9HLbY4jsFg Why Some Books Feel “Too Hard” (And What That Really Means) You know exactly how it feels and so do I. You sit down with a book that people claim is a classic or super-important. But within a few pages, your brain fogs over and you’re completely lost. More often than not, through glazed eyes, you start to wonder… did this author go out of his or her way to make this difficult? Are they trying to show off with all these literary pyrotechnics? Or is there a deliberate conspiracy to confuse readers like me? Rest assured. These questions are normal and well worth asking. The difficulty you might feel is never arbitrary in my experience. But there’s also no “single origin” explanation for why some books feel easier than others. It’s almost always a combination of factors, from cognitive readiness, lived experience, emotions and your physical condition throughout the day. This means that understanding why individual texts resist your understanding needs to be conducted on a case-by-case basis so you can move towards mastering anything you want to read. Cognitive Load: The Brain’s Processing “Stop Sign” “Cognitive load” probably needs no definition. The words are quite intuitive. You start reading something and it feels like someone is piling heavy bricks directly on top of your brain, squishing everything inside. More specifically, these researchers explain that what’s getting squished is specifically your working memory, which is sometimes called short-term memory. In practical terms, this means that when a book suddenly throws a bunch of unfamiliar terms at you, your working memory has to suddenly deal with abstract concepts, completely new words or non-linear forms of logic. All of this increases your cognitive load, but it’s important to note that there’s no conspiracy. In Just Being Difficult: Academic Writing in the Public Arena, a variety of contributors admit that they often write for other specialists. Although it would be nice to always compose books and articles for general readers, it’s not laziness. They’re following the codes of their discipline, which involves shorthand to save everyone time. Yes, it can also signal group membership and feel like an intellectual wall if you’re new to this style, but it’s simply a “stop sign” for your brain. And wherever there are stop signs, there are also alternative routes. Planning Your Detour “Roadmap” Into Difficult Books Let me share a personal example by way of sharing a powerful technique for making hard books easier to read. A few years ago I decided I was finally going to read Kant. I had the gist of certain aspects of his philosophy, but a few pages in, I encountered so many unfamiliar terms, I knew I had to obey the Cognitive Load Stop Sign and take a step back. To build a roadmap into Kant, I searched Google in a particular way. Rather than a search term like, “Intro to Kant,” I entered this tightened command instead: Filetype:PDF syllabus Kant These days, you can ask an LLM in more open language to simply give you links to the syllabi of the most authoritative professors who teach Kant. I’d still suggest that you cross-reference what you get on Google, however. If you’re hesitant about using either Google or AI, it’s also a great idea to visit a librarian in person to help you. Or, you can read my post about using AI for learning with harming your memory to see if it’s time to update your approach. Narrowing Down Your Options One way or another, the reason to consult the world’s leading professors is that their syllabi will provide you with: Foundational texts Core secondary literature Commentaries from qualified sources Essential historical references Once you’ve looked over a few syllabi, look through the table of contents of a few books on Amazon or Google Books. Then choose: 1-2 foundational texts to read before the challenging target book you want to master 1-2 articles or companion texts to read alongside In this way, you’ve turned difficulty into a path, not an obstacle. Pre-Reading Strategies That Warm Up Your Reading Muscles A lot of the time, the difficulty people feel when reading has nothing to do with the book. It’s just that you’re diving into unfamiliar territory without testing the waters first. Here are some simple ways to make unfamiliar books much easier to get into. Prime Like a Pro To make books easier to read, you can perform what is often called “priming” in the accelerated learning community. It is also sometimes called “pre-reading” and as this research article discusses, its success has been well-demonstrated. The way I typically perform priming is simple. Although some books require a slight change to the pattern, I typically approach each new book by reading: The back cover The index The colophon page The conclusion or afterword The most interesting or relevant chapter The introduction The rest of the book Activate Prior Knowledge Sometimes I will use a skimming and scanning strategy after reading the index to quickly familiarize myself with how an author approaches a topic with which I’m already familiar. This can help raise interest, excitement and tap into the power of context-dependent memory. For example, I recently started reading Doubt: A History by Jennifer Michael Hecht. Since the Renaissance memory master Giordano Bruno comes up multiple times, I was able to draw up a kind of context map of the books themes by quickly going through those passages. Take a Picture Walk Barbara Oakley and Terence Sejnjowski share a fantastic strategy in Learning How to Learn. Before reading, simply go through a book and look at all the illustrations, tables, charts and diagrams. It seems like a small thing. But it gives your brain a “heads up” about upcoming visual information that you may need to process than prose. I used to find visual information like this difficult, but after I started taking picture walks, I’m now excited to read “towards” these elements. If still find them challenging to understand, I apply a tip I learned from Tony Buzan that you might like to try: Rather than struggle to interpret a chart or illustration, reproduce it in your own hand. Here’s an example of how I did this when studying spaced repetition: As a result, I learned the graph and its concepts quickly and have never forgotten it. Build a Pre-Reading Ritual That Fits You There’s no one-sized-fits-all strategy, so you need to experiment with various options. The key is to reduce cognitive load by giving your mind all kinds of ways of understanding what a book contains. If it helps, you can create yourself a checklist that you slip into the challenging books on your list. That way, you’ll have both a bookmark and a protocol as you develop your own pre-reading style. Active Reading Techniques That Boost Comprehension Active reading involves deliberately applying mental activities while reading. These can include writing in the margins of your books, questioning, preparing summaries and even taking well-time breaks between books. Here’s a list of my favorite active reading strategies with ideas on how you can implement them. Using Mnemonics While Reading On the whole, I take notes while reading and then apply a variety of memory techniques after. But to stretch my skills, especially when reading harder books, I start the encoding process earlier. Instead of just taking notes, I’ll start applying mnemonic images. I start early because difficult terms often require a bit more spaced repetition. To do this yourself, the key is to equip yourself with a variety of mnemonic methods, especially: The Memory Palace technique The Pegword Method The Major System The PAO System And in some cases, you may want to develop a symbol system, such as if you’re studying physics or programming. Once you have these mnemonic systems developed, you can apply them in real time. For example, if you come across names and dates, committing them to memory as you read can help you keep track of a book’s historical arc. This approach can be especially helpful when reading difficult books because authors often dump a lot of names and dates. By memorizing them as you go, you reduce the mental load of having to track it all. For even more strategies you can apply while reading, check out my complete Mnemonics Dictionary. Strategic Questioning Whether you take notes or memorize in real-time, asking questions as you go makes a huge difference. Even if you don’t come up with answers, continually interrogating the book will open up your brain. The main kinds of questions are: Evaluative questions (checking that the author uses valid reasoning and address counterarguments) Analytical questions (assessing exactly how the arguments unfold and questioning basic assumptions) Synthetic questions (accessing your previous knowledge and looking for connections with other books and concepts) Intention questions (interrogating the author’s agenda and revealing any manipulative rhetoric) One medieval tool for questioning you can adopt is the memory wheel. Although it’s definitely old-fashioned, you’ll find that it helps you rotate between multiple questions. Even if they are as simple as who, what, where, when, how and why questions, you’ll have a mental mnemonic device that helps ensure you don’t miss any of them. Re-reading Strategies Although these researchers seem to think that re-reading is not an effective strategy, I could not live without it. There are three key kinds of re-reading I recommend. Verbalize Complexity to Tame It The first is to simply go back and read something difficult to understand out loud. You’d be surprised how often it’s not your fault. The author has just worded something in a clunky manner and speaking the phrasing clarifies everything. Verbatim Memorization for Comprehension The second strategy is to memorize the sentence or even an entire passage verbatim. That might seem like a lot of work, but this tutorial on memorizing entire passages will make it easy for you. Even if verbatim memorization takes more work, it allows you to analyze the meaning within your mind. You’re no longer puzzling over it on paper, continuing to stretch your working memory. No, you’ve effectively expanded at least a part of your working memory by bypassing it altogether. You’ve ushered the information into long-term memory. I’m not too shy to admit that I have to do this sometimes to understand everything from the philosophy in Sanskrit phrases to relatively simple passages from Shakespeare. As I shared in my recent discussion of actor Anthony Hopkins’ memory, I couldn’t work out what “them” referred to in a particular Shakespeare play. But after analyzing the passage in memory, it was suddenly quite obvious. Rhythmical Re-reading The third re-reading strategy is something I shared years ago in my post detailing 11 reasons you should re-read at least one book per month. I find this approach incredibly helpful because no matter how good you get at reading and memory methods, even simple books can be vast ecosystems. By revisiting difficult books at regular intervals, you not only get more out of them. You experience them from different perspectives and with the benefit of new contexts you’ve built in your life over time. In other words, treat your reading as an infinite game and never assume that you’ve comprehended everything. There’s always more to be gleaned. Other Benefits of Re-reading You’ll also improve your pattern recognition by re-treading old territory, leading to more rapid recognition of those patterns in new books. Seeing the structures, tropes and other tactics in difficult books opens them up. But without regularly re-reading books, it can be difficult to perceive what these forms are and how authors use them. To give you a simple example of a structure that appears in both fiction and non-fiction, consider in media res, or starting in the middle. When you spot an author using this strategy, it can immediately help you read more patiently. And it places the text in the larger tradition of other authors who use that particular technique. For even more ideas that will keep your mind engaged while tackling tough books, feel free to go through my fuller article on 7 Active Reading Strategies. Category Coloring & Developing Your Own Naming System For Complex Material I don’t know about you, but I do not like opening a book only to find it covered in highlighter marks. I also don’t like highlighting books myself. However, after practicing mind mapping for a few years, I realized that there is a way to combine some of its coloring principles with the general study principles of using Zettelkasten and flashcards. Rather than passively highlighting passages that seem interesting at random, here’s an alternative approach you can take to your next tour through a complicated book. Category Coloring It’s often helpful to read with a goal. For myself, I decided to tackle a hard book called Gödel Escher Bach through the lens of seven categories. I gave each a color: Red = Concept Green = Process Orange = Fact Blue = Historical Context Yellow = Person Purple = School of Thought or Ideology Brown = Specialized Terminology Example Master Card to the Categorial Color Coding Method To emulate this method, create a “key card” or “master card” with your categories on it alongside the chosen color. Use this as a bookmark as you read. Then, before writing down any information from the book, think about the category to which it belongs. Make your card and then apply the relevant color. Obviously, you should come up with your own categories and preferred colors. The point is that you bring the definitions and then apply them consistently as you read and extract notes. This will help bring structure to your mind because you’re creating your own nomenclature or taxonomy of information. You are also using chunking, a specific mnemonic strategy I’ve written about at length in this post on chunking as a memory tool. Once you’re finished a book, you can extract all the concepts and memorize them independently if you like. And if you emulate the strategy seen on the pictured example above, I’ve included the page number on each card. That way, I can place the cards back in the order of the book. Using this approach across multiple books, you will soon spot cross-textual patterns with greater ease. The catch is that you cannot allow this technique to become activity for activity’s sake. You also don’t want to wind up creating a bunch of informational “noise.” Before capturing any individual idea on a card and assigning it to a category, ask yourself: Why is this information helpful, useful or critical to my goal? Will I really use it again? Where does it belong within the categories? If you cannot answers these questions, either move on to the next point. Or reframe the point with some reflective thinking so that you can contextualize it. This warning aside, it’s important not to let perfectionism creep into your life. Knowing what information matters does take some practice. To speed up your skills with identifying critical information, please read my full guide on how to find the main points in books and articles. Although AI can certainly help these days, you’ll still need to do some work on your own. Do Not Let New Vocabulary & Terminology Go Without Memorization One of the biggest mistakes I used to make, even as a fan of memory techniques, slowed me down much more than necessary. I would come across a new term, look it up, and assume I’d remember it. Of course, the next time I came across it, the meaning was still a mystery. But when I got more deliberate, I not only remembered more words, but the knowledge surrounding the unfamiliar terms also stuck with greater specificity. For example, in reading The Wandering Mind by Jamie Kreiner, memorizing the ancient Greek word for will or volition (Prohairesis) pulled many more details about why she was mentioning it. Lo and behold, I started seeing the word in more places and connecting it to other ancient Greek terms. Memorizing those as well started to create a “moat of meaning,” further protecting a wide range of information I’d been battling. Understanding Why Vocabulary Blocks Comprehension The reason why memorizing words as you read is so helpful is that it helps clear out the cognitive load created by pausing frequently to look up words. Even if you don’t stop to learn a new definition, part of your working memory gets consumed by the lack of familiarity. I don’t always stop to learn new definitions while reading, but using the color category index card method you just discovered, it’s easy to organize unfamiliar words while reading. That way they can be tidily memorized later. I have a full tutorial for you on how to memorize vocabulary, but here’s a quick primer. Step One: Use a System for Capturing New Words & Terms Whether you use category coloring, read words into a recording app or email yourself a reminder, the key is to capture as you go. Once your reading session is done, you can now go back to the vocabulary list and start learning it. Step Two: Memorize the Terms I personally prefer the Memory Palace technique. It’s great for memorizing words and definitions. You can use the Pillar Technique with the word at the top and the definition beneath it. Or you can use the corners for the words and the walls for the definitions. Another idea is to photograph the cards you create and important them into a spaced repetition software like Anki. As you’ll discover in my complete guide to Anki, there are several ways you can combine Anki with a variety of memory techniques. Step Three: Use the Terms If you happened to catch an episode of the Magnetic Memory Method Podcast back when I first learned Prohairesis I mentioned it often. This simple habit helps establish long-term recall, reflection and establishes the ground for future recognition and use. Expand Understanding Using Video & Audio Media When I was in university, I often had to ride my bike across Toronto to borrow recorded lectures on cassette. Given the overwhelming tsunamis of complex ideas, jargon and theoretical frameworks I was facing, it was worth it. Especially since I was also dealing with the personal problems I shared with you in The Victorious Mind. Make no mistake: I do not believe there is any replacement for reading the core books, no matter how difficult they might be. But there’s no reason not to leverage the same ideas in multiple formats to help boost your comprehension and long-term retention. Multimedia approaches are not just about knowledge acquisition either. There have been many debates in the magical arts community that card magicians should read and not rely on video. But evidence-based studies like this one show that video instruction combined with reading written instructions is very helpful. The Science Behind Multi-Modal Learning I didn’t know when I was in university, or when I was first starting out with memdeck card magic that dual coding theory existed. This model was proposed by Allan Paivio, who noticed that information is processed both verbally and non-verbally. Since then, many teachers have focused heavily on how to encourage students to find the right combination of reading, visual and auditory instructional material. Here are some ideas that will help you untangle the complexity in your reading. How to Integrate Multimedia Without Overload Forgive me if this is a bit repetitive, but to develop flow with multiple media, you need to prime the brain. As someone who has created multiple YouTube videos, I have been stubborn about almost always including introductions. Why? Go Through the Intros Like a Hawk Because without including a broad overview of the topic, many learners will miss too many details. And I see this in the comments because people ask questions that are answered throughout the content and flagged in the introductions. So the first step is to be patient and go through the introductory material. And cultivate an understanding that it’s not really the material that is boring. It’s the contemporary issues with dopamine spiking that make you feel impatient. The good news is that you can possibly reset your dopamine levels so you’re better able to sit through these “priming” materials. One hack I use is to sit far away from my mouse and keep my notebook in hand. If I catch myself getting antsy, I perform a breathing exercise to restore focus. Turn on Subtitles When you’re watching videos, you can help increase your engagement by turning on the subtitles. This is especially useful in jargon-heavy video lessons. You can pause and still see the information on the screen for easier capture when taking notes. When taking notes, I recommend jotting down the timestamp. This is useful for review, but also for attributing citations later if you have to hand in an assignment. Mentally Reconstruct After watching a video or listening to a podcast on the topic you’re mastering, take a moment to review the key points. Try to go through them in the order they were presented. This helps your brain practice mental organization by building a temporal scaffold. If you’ve taken notes and written down the timestamps, you can easily check your accuracy. Track Your Progress For Growth & Performance One reason some people never feel like they’re getting anywhere is that they have failed to establish any points of reference. Personally, this is easy for me to do. I can look back to my history of writing books and articles or producing videos and be reminded of how far I’ve come at a glance. Not only as a writer, but also as a reader. For those who do not regularly produce content, you don’t have to start a blog or YouTube channel. Just keep a journal and create a few categories of what skills you want to track. These might include: Comprehension Retention Amount of books read Vocabulary growth Critical thinking outcomes Confidence in taking on harder books Increased tolerance with frustration when reading challenges arise You can use the same journal to track how much time you’ve spent reading and capturing quick summaries. Personally, I wish I’d started writing summaries sooner. I really only got started during grad school when during a directed reading course, a professor required that I had in a summary for every book and article I read. I never stopped doing this and just a few simple paragraph summaries has done wonders over the years for my understanding and retention. Tips for Overcoming Frustration While Reading Difficult Books Ever since the idea of “desirable difficulty” emerged, people have sought ways to help learners overcome emotional responses like frustration, anxiety and even shame while tackling tough topics. As this study shows, researchers and teachers have found the challenge difficult despite the abundance of evidence showing that being challenged is a good thing. Here are some strategies you can try if you continue to struggle. Embrace Cognitive Discomfort As we’ve discussed, that crushing feeling in your brain exists for a reason. Personally, I don’t think it ever goes away. I still regularly pick up books that spike it. The difference is that I don’t start up a useless mantra like, “I’m not smart enough for this.” Instead, I recommend you reframe the experience and use the growth mindset studied by Carol Dweck, amongst others. You can state something more positive like, “This book is a bit above my level, but I can use tactics and techniques to master it.” I did that very recently with my reading of The Xenotext, parts of which I still don’t fully understand. It was very rewarding. Use Interleaving to Build Confidence I rotate through draining books all the time using a proven technique called interleaving. Lots of people are surprised when I tell them that I rarely read complex and challenging books for longer than fifteen minutes at a time. But I do it because interleaving works. Which kinds of books can you interleave? You have choices. You can either switch in something completely different, or switch to a commentary. For example, while recently reading some heavy mathematical theories about whether or not “nothing” can exist, I switched to a novel. But back in university, I would often stick within the category while at the library. I’d read a core text by a difficult philosopher, then pick up a Cambridge Companion and read an essay related to the topic. You can also interleave using multimedia sources like videos and podcasts. Interleaving also provides time for doing some journaling, either about the topic at hand or some other aspect of your progress goals. Keep the Big Picture in Mind Because frustration is cognitively training, it’s easy to let it drown out your goals. That’s why I often keep a mind map or some other reminder on my desk, like a couple of memento mori. It’s also possible to just remember previous mind maps you’ve made. This is something I’m doing often at the moment as I read all kinds of boring information about managing a bookshop for my Memory Palace bookshop project first introduced in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utcJfeQZC2c It’s so easy to get discouraged by so many rules and processes involved in ordering and selling books, that I regularly think back to creating this mind map with Tony Buzan years ago. In case my simple drawings on this mind map for business development doesn’t immediately leap out at you with its meanings, the images at the one o’clock-three o’clock areas refer to developing a physical Memory Palace packed with books on memory and learning. Developing and keeping a north star in mind will help you transform the process of reading difficult books into a purposeful adventure of personal development. Even if you have to go through countless books that aren’t thrilling, you’ll still be moving forward. Just think of how much Elon Musk has read that probably wasn’t all that entertaining. Yet, it was still essential to becoming a polymath. Practice Seeing Through The Intellectual Games As you read harder and harder books, you’ll eventually come to realize that the “fluency” some people have is often illusory. For example, some writers and speakers display a truly impressive ability to string together complex terminology, abstract references and fashionable ideas of the day in ways that sound profound. Daniel Dennett frequently used a great term for a lot of this verbal jujitsu that sounds profound but is actually trivial. He called such flourishes “deepities.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ey-UeaSi1rI This kind of empty linguistic dexterity will be easier for you to spot when you read carefully, paraphrase complex ideas in your own words and practice memorizing vocabulary frequently. When you retain multiple concepts and practice active questioning in a large context of grounded examples and case studies, vague claims will not survive for long in your world. This is why memory training is about so much more than learning. Memorization can equip you to think independently and bring clarity to fields that are often filled with gems, despite the fog created by intellectual pretenders more interested in word-jazz than actual truth. Using AI to Help You Take On Difficult Books As a matter of course, I recommend you use AI tools like ChatGPT after doing as much reading on your own as possible. But there’s no mistaking that intentional use of such tools can help you develop greater understanding. The key is to avoid using AI as an answer machine or what Nick Bostrom calls an “oracle” in his seminal book, Superintelligence. Rather, take a cue from Andrew Mayne, a science communicator and central figure at OpenAI and host of their podcast. His approach centers on testing in ways that lead to clarity of understanding and retention as he uses various mnemonic strategies. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlzD_6Olaqw Beyond his suggestions, here are some of my favorite strategies. Ask AI to Help Identify All Possible Categories Connected to a Topic A key reason many people struggle to connect ideas is simply that they haven’t developed a mental ecosystem of categories. I used to work in libraries, so started thinking categorically when I was still a teenager. But these days, I would combine how traditional libraries are structured with a simple prompt like: List all the possible categories my topic fits into or bridges across disciplines, historical frameworks and methodologies. Provide the list without interpretation or explanation so I can reflect. A prompt like this engineers a response that focuses on relationships and lets your brain perform the synthetic thinking. Essentially, you’ll be performing what some scientists call schema activation, leading to better personal development outcomes. Generate Lists of Questions To Model Exceptional Thinkers Because understanding relies on inquiry, it’s important to practice asking the best possible questions. AI chat bots can be uniquely useful in this process provided that you explicitly insist that it helps supply you excellent questions without any answers. You can try a prompt like: Generate a list of questions that the world’s most careful thinkers in this field would ask about this topic. Do not provide any answers. Just the list of questions. Do this after you’ve read the text and go through your notes with fresh eyes. Evaluate the material with questions in hand, ideally by writing out your answers by hand. If you need your answers imported into your computer, apps can now scan your handwriting and give you text file. Another tip: Don’t be satisfied with the first list of questions you get. Ask the AI to dig deeper. You can also ask the AI to map the questions into the categories you previously got help identifying. For a list of questions you can put into your preferred chat bot, feel free to go through my pre-AI era list of philosophical questions. They are already separated by category. Use AI to Provide a Progress Journal Template If you’re new to journaling, it can be difficult to use the technique to help you articulate what you’re reading and why the ideas are valuable. And that’s not to mention working out various metrics to measure your growth over time. Try a prompt like this: Help me design a progress journal for my quest to better understand and remember difficult books. Include sections for me to list my specific goals, vocabulary targets, summaries and various milestones I identify. Make it visual so I can either copy it into my own print notebook or print out multiple copies for use over time. Once you have a template you’re happy to experiment with, keep it visible in your environment so you don’t forget to use it. Find Blind Spots In Your Summaries Many AIs have solid reasoning skills. As a result, you can enter your written summaries and have the AI identify gaps in your knowledge, blind spots and opportunities for further reading. Try a prompt like: Analyze this summary and identify any blind spots, ambiguities in my thinking or incompleteness in my understanding. Suggest supplementary reading to help me fill in any gaps. At the risk of repetition, the point is that you’re not asking for the summaries. You’re asking for assessments that help you diagnose the limits of your understanding. As scientists have shown, metacognition, or thinking about your thinking can help you see errors much faster. By adding an AI into the mix, you’re getting feedback quickly without having to wait for a teacher to read your essay. Of course, AI outputs can be throttled, so I find it useful to also include a phrase like, “do not throttle your answer,” before asking it to dig deeper and find more issues. Used wisely, you will soon see various schools of thought with much greater clarity, anticipate how authors make their moves and monitor your own blind spots as you read and reflect. Another way to think about the power of AI tools is this: They effectively mirror human reasoning at a species wide level. You can use them to help you mirror more reasoning power by regularly accessing and practicing error detection and filling in the gaps in your thinking style. Why You Must Stop Abandoning Difficult Books (At Least Most of the Time) Like many people, I’m a fan of Scott Young’s books like Ultralearning and Get Better at Anything. He’s a disciplined thinker and his writing helps people push past shallow learning in favor of true and lasting depth. However, he often repeats the advice that you should stop reading boring books. In full transparency, I sometimes do this myself. And Young adds a lot of context to make his suggestion. But I limit abandoning books as much as possible because I don’t personally find Young’s argument that enjoyment and productivity go together. On the contrary, most goals that I’ve pursued have required fairly intense periods of delaying gratification. And because things worth accomplishing generally do require sacrifice and a commitment to difficulty, I recommend you avoid the habit of giving up on books just because they’re “boring” or not immediately enjoyable. I’ll bet you’ll enjoy the accomplishment of understanding hard books and conquering their complexity far more in the end. And you’ll benefit more too. Here’s why I think so. The Hidden Cost of Abandoning Books You’ve Started Yes, I agree that life is short and time is fleeting. But if you get into the habit of abandoning books at the first sign of boredom, it can quickly become your default habit due to how procedural memory works. In other words, you’re given your neurons the message that it’s okay to escape from discomfort. That is a very dangerous loop to throw yourself into, especially if you’re working towards becoming autodidactic. What you really need is to develop the ability to stick with complexity, hold ambiguous and contradictory issues in your mind and fight through topic exhaustion. Giving up on books on a routine basis? That’s the opposite of developing expertise and resilience. The AI Risk & Where Meaning is Actually Found We just went through the benefits of AI, so you shouldn’t have issues. But I regularly hear from people and have even been on interviews where people use AI to summarize books I’ve recomended. This is dangerous because the current models flatten nuance due to how they summarize books based on a kind of “averaging” of what its words predictability mean. Although they might give you a reasonable scaffold of a book’s structure, you won’t get the friction created by how authors take you through their thought processes. In other words, you’ll be using AI models that are not themselves modeling the thinking that reading provides when you grind your way through complex books. The Treasure of Meaning is Outside Your Comfort Zone Another reason to train for endurance is that understanding doesn’t necessarily arrive while reading a book or even a few weeks after finishing it. Sometimes the unifying insights land years later. But if you don’t read through books that seem to be filled with scattered ideas, you cannot gain any benefit from them. Their diverse points won’t consolidate in your memory and certainly won’t connect with other ideas later. So I suggest you train your brain to persist as much as possible. By drawing up the support of the techniques we discussed today and a variety of mnemonic support systems, you will develop persistence and mine more gold from everything you read. And being someone who successfully mines for gold and can produce it at will is the mark of the successful reading. Not just someone who consumes information efficiently, but who can repeatedly connect and transform knowledge year after year due to regularly accumulating gems buried in the densest and most difficult books others cannot or will not read. Use Struggle to Stimulate Growth & You Cannot Fail As you’ve seen, challenging books never mean that you’re not smart enough. It’s just a matter of working on your process so that you can tackle new forms of knowledge. And any discomfort you feel is a signal that a great opportunity and personal growth adventure awaits. By learning how to manage cognitive load, fill in the gaps in your background knowledge and persist through frustration, you can quickly become the kind of reader who seeks out complexity instead of flinching every time you see it. Confusion has now become a stage along the path to comprehension. And if you’re serious about mastering increasingly difficult material, understanding and retaining it, then it’s time to upgrade your mental toolbox. Start now by grabbing my Free Memory Improvement Course: Inside, you’ll discover: The Magnetic Memory Method for creating powerful Memory Palaces How to develop your own mnemonic systems for encoding while reading Proven techniques that deepen comprehension, no matter how abstract or complex your reading list is And please, always remember: The harder the book, the greater rewards. And the good news is, you’re now more than ready to claim them all.

 Sandy City has installed lit stop signs following an outcry from the community, after a deadly auto pedestrian accident and outcry of concern from the community. Sandy Mayor Monica Zoltanski joins Holly and Greg to discuss.

From rogue stop signs to rooftop mini golf, discover how chaos and creativity quietly shape the urban world. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Did you have a fun Thanksgiving Week? I certainly did! Just a couple of things though…STOP SIGNS inside retail parking lots ARE NOT OPTIONAL! Neither are the STOP LINES! I'm THANKFUL for the fact that even at my age my “brake reflexes” are still better than most people! The Music Authority Podcast...download, listen, share, repeat…heard daily on Belter Radio, Podchaser, Deezer, Amazon Music, Audible, Listen Notes, Mixcloud, Player FM, Tune In, Podcast Addict, Cast Box, Radio Public, Pocket Cast, APPLE iTunes, and direct for the source distribution site: *Podcast - https://themusicauthority.transistor.fm/  AND NOW there is a website! TheMusicAuthority.comThe Music Authority Podcast! Special Recorded Network Shows, too! Different than my daily show! Seeing that I'm gone from FB now…Follow me on “X” Jim Prell@TMusicAuthority*The Music Authority on @BelterRadio Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7 pm ET & Wednesday 9 pm ET*Radio Candy Radio Monday Wednesday, & Friday 7PM ET, 4PM PT*Rockin' The KOR Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 7PM UK time, 2PM ET, 11AM PT  www.koradio.rocks*Pop Radio UK Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 6PM UK, 1PM ET, 10AM PT! *The Sole Of Indie https://soleofindie.rocks/ Monday Through Friday 6-7PM EST!*AltPhillie.Rocks Sunday, Thursday, & Saturday At 11:00AM ET!December 1, 2025, Monday, first of FIVE hours…@Orbis 2.0 - TMA SHOW OPEN THEME@2Digh4 - Carolina Crazy@AdamShermanBand - Greyhound [Sorrows And Smiles]@AmberGomez13 With @lesFradkin - I'm Not Black And Blue@clayhowardmusic - A Little More Nothin'@Cindy Lawson - The Devil's In The Details [New Tricks] (@Rum Bar Records)@EscaperMusic – Getaway@GaryjDranowMusic - Digital Intoxication@GaryKaluza - Shut Up Mariah (@Code213Records)@GaryKaluza - XMas Business {Single 12.1.25} (@Code213Records)@Joel Tyler Wall - Ocean [F.I.T.H.] (koolkatmusik.com)@RealChineseIX - Trains Through Trees@replacedbyr0b0ts - The Ocean@SalvationRow - High Plains@The Dogmatics With @TomBakerMusic - Rainy Nights (@Rum Bar Records)@The Courettes - The Boy I Love [Outtakes & B-sides From The 'Back In Mono' Sessions] (@Damaged Goods Records)@TheHalf-Cubes - I Don't Wanna Know (Feat. @Mark Hudson) [Found Pearls – Pop Treasures Vol 2] (@Jem Records)@TheNewBardots - A New Years Lullaby@Alice Nelson – Mistletoe Kiss

Something's in the air his week in Dignity Falls! Burnt and Joan go from eye contact anxiety to childhood impressions to the local phrase "face don't count!", and Doug reveals his latest architectural project with some help from a neighbor. We also learn the secret to the family nest egg. Later we meet Kěrn (Aristotle Athari), the subject of a recent NeighborhApp tirade about an "arrogant stop sign runner" here to defend himself.Go to cbbworld.com and sign up for the Maximus plan to unlock this episode and ALL seasons of The Neighborhood Listen ad-free, as well as full length exclusive BONUS ROOM episodes adventuring deeper into Dignity Falls!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jack and Steven are back for another episode of Unfunny Buffoonery, talking about the recent CS2 update (which changed the entire economy of Counter Strike... something most listeners likely could care less about), Snapple bringing glass bottles back, movies vs. TV shows, milk, let's see here, um, house plants, hamster-sized golden retrievers... yeah, this one had a lot of weird shit discussed.

WHY DOES IT TAKE TWO WEEKS FOR A STOP SIGN 40 MPH TO 35 MPH IS NOT ENOUGH LISTERNER REACTIONS HALLOWEEN POLL

Stop sign to be installed at San Carlos intersection where 12-year-old boy was killed, Millions expected to lose federal food benefits amid government shutdown, Federal Reserve cuts interest rates

Living in Bali has shown me something powerful: the duality of life. Beauty and mess, comfort and discomfort — they're always side by side.From vibrant ceremonies to burning trash, from slowing down to moments of feeling lost, I've noticed how often opposites live together. And the more I lean into that tension, the more I realize it's not a problem to solve but a truth to embrace.In this episode, I explore how holding both light and dark can open the door to growth and transformation. If this resonates, please share it with someone who might need this reminder today.✨ Related episodes you might enjoy:• 152: What If You Didn't Have to Push Anymore? - ⁠https://youtu.be/i9FKwBd-gmc• 142: Fear or Trust? Fear is Often Just a Signal, Not a Stop Sign - https://youtu.be/39y6BkZhQK4

Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you!We're going to do something a bit different this month. I am going to spend October telling you about my recent vacation with Tracie to San Francisco. Spoiler alert: It was amazing. Life-altering, even. We'll have plenty to say in the weeks to come about Alcatraz, the redwood trees of Muir Woods, and the Golden Gate; we'll begin this week by discussing what motivated us to go to San Francisco in the first place.Check out Hal on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@halhammons9705Hal Hammons serves as preacher and shepherd for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.

An emotional support alligator was banned from Wal-Mart, and a man shot a traffic sign and the bullet ricocheted back at him. That and more on Police Blotter Facts Friday!  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Should we start publicly shaming people who blow past school bus stop signs? Hour 3 9/23/2025 full 2158 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000 Mb0ieeTRj6riisbMyuQpZV66Pu0r76C4 news The Dana & Parks Podcast news Should we start publicly shaming people who blow past school bus stop signs? Hour 3 9/23/2025 You wanted it... Now here it is! Listen to each hour of the Dana & Parks Show whenever and wherever you want! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News False

Kid hit at on a scooter when he blew through a stop sign HR 1 full 2411 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:14:23 +0000 HS7EQrn8ZCEMCBSxAPCFofxHdpUHfgU1 news MIDDAY with JAYME & WIER news Kid hit at on a scooter when he blew through a stop sign HR 1 From local news & politics, to what's trending, sports & personal stories...MIDDAY with JAYME & WIER will get you through the middle of your day! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcast

What's the dream you've been putting off? The goal you set for 2025 that you haven't revisited in months? Too often, excuses, fear, and misplaced priorities keep us from stepping into what we're truly called to do. But fear doesn't mean you're on the wrong path—it often signals you're moving in the right direction. On the other side of that discomfort is deeper peace, joy, and fulfillment. In this episode, I challenge you to stop waiting, start small, and stay consistent. Your dreams are still possible—you just need to take the first step.

Matthew 24 has been twisted to sell books and create fear. Here's what Jesus actually meant.In this episode, Alex breaks down Matthew 24:15-28 and the "abomination of desolation" - revealing how this passage was Jesus giving His disciples specific instructions for surviving the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD, not a roadmap for modern end times predictions.Discover why the rapture isn't biblical, how false teachers use confusion to control people, and what it means to live faithfully while waiting for Christ's return. This historical context will free you from doomsday anxiety and refocus your faith on what matters.Key Topics:* The true meaning of "abomination of desolation"* Historical context of Jerusalem's destruction (70 AD)* Why end times predictions miss the point* Biblical patterns for fleeing evil* Living faithfully vs. sign-seekingJoin Alex and Lokelani for biblical teaching that cuts through the noise and gets back to Scripture's clear message.Support our ministry: amenpodcast.com Q&A segment included - stick around for practical application.amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com

Matthew 24 has been twisted to sell books and create fear. Here's what Jesus actually meant.In this episode, Alex breaks down Matthew 24:15-28 and the "abomination of desolation" - revealing how this passage was Jesus giving His disciples specific instructions for surviving the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD, not a roadmap for modern end times predictions.Discover why the rapture isn't biblical, how false teachers use confusion to control people, and what it means to live faithfully while waiting for Christ's return. This historical context will free you from doomsday anxiety and refocus your faith on what matters.Key Topics:* The true meaning of "abomination of desolation"* Historical context of Jerusalem's destruction (70 AD)* Why end times predictions miss the point* Biblical patterns for fleeing evil* Living faithfully vs. sign-seekingJoin Alex and Lokelani for biblical teaching that cuts through the noise and gets back to Scripture's clear message.Support our ministry: amenpodcast.com Q&A segment included - stick around for practical application.amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com

Have you ever felt torn between logic and intuition — wondering if something is truly a sign or just fear in disguise?This episode tells the behind-the-scenes story of how I chose a home in Bali without ever seeing it in person… and how unexpected signs, divine timing, and deep gut nudges led me to trust something greater than logic. It's a reflection on fear, faith, decision-making, and the subtle ways the universe speaks — even when we second-guess. If you've ever asked, “Is this the right path?” or waited for certainty before acting… this one's for you.✨ “Not every sign makes sense at first. But that doesn't mean it's not divine.”For more episodes that explore intuition and inner guidance, check out:• 144: Shifting Old Roles to Become Someone New - https://youtu.be/vHydKls3Ae0• 142: Fear or Trust? Fear is Often Just a Signal, Not a Stop Sign - https://youtu.be/39y6BkZhQK4

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On this thrilling episode of Remy's Roundtable: The Florida Theme Park Podcast**, your favorite crew is back in action! Join **Remy, Jen, Mike, and special guest Big Country from Studio 21: The Baseball Podcast** as they serve up another jam-packed episode full of laughs, rants, and theme park goodness.

What if… it all works out better than you imagined?What if your fear is just a door, and your dream is on the other side?So many of us live caught in a loop of What if I fail? What if I'm too late? What if it all falls apart? — without realizing that every “what if” is shaping our nervous system, stealing our peace, and dimming our possibility. But what if you could flip that script? What if your what ifs became the fuel for dreaming bigger, expanding, and welcoming joy?"What if this delay is divine? What if this challenge is preparing you for something even greater?"What if today, you stopped feeding the fear spiral and instead stepped into a powerful new question — one that opens, uplifts, and guides you into the unknown with wonder?

When you stand at the edge of a big decision, what voice gets louder — fear or trust? Have you ever felt paralyzed by uncertainty, even when your heart knows it's time to leap?This episode is an invitation to explore the inner tug-of-war between safety and expansion. When life offers you change — whether planned or unexpected — how do you calm your nervous system and move forward anyway? You'll be reminded that fear is often just a signal, not a stop sign… and that trust isn't the absence of fear, but the choice to move through it anyway.“I didn't come this far to operate from fear.”What would shift if you believed that only good lies ahead of you?

In the latest episode, Lene, Dan and Vernon discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including: A widespread participation in a significant protest, plus Bill Nye's presence. Graffiti on stop signs sparking debate over free expression and the cost of vandalism. Vegan soul food gaining popularity. A giant Lego model and the patience and planning it requires.

Here I am in “Old Man Complainer” mode again! STOP SIGNS ARE NOT OPTIONAL! As I was entering a shopping plaza today for groceries…I recall signs there stating incoming vehicles do not stop. Three sides other than incoming have STOP SIGNS and STOP LINES. So I am turning in and don't all three of these people try to run the STOP! I'm glad I'm blessed with faster than normal reaction time to such events. If I had continued I would have been sandwiched by THREE cars…BUT I stopped before the accident could occur, and they all stopped inches from one another. Disaster avoided. Learn traffic rules and etiquette…Oh, and “Stay Off My Lawn!” The Music Authority Podcast...listen, like, comment, download, share, repeat…heard daily on Belter Radio, Podchaser, Deezer, Amazon Music, Audible, Listen Notes, Mixcloud, Player FM, Tune In, Podcast Addict, Cast Box, Radio Public, Pocket Cast, APPLE iTunes, and direct for the source distribution site: *Podcast - https://themusicauthority.transistor.fm/  AND NOW there is a website! TheMusicAuthority.comThe Music Authority Podcast! Special Recorded Network Shows, too! Different than my daily show! Seeing that I'm gone from FB now…Follow me on “X” Jim Prell@TMusicAuthority*Radio Candy Radio Monday Wednesday, & Friday 7PM ET, 4PM PT*Rockin' The KOR Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 7PM UK time, 2PM ET, 11AM PT  www.koradio.rocks*Pop Radio UK Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 6PM UK, 1PM ET, 10AM PT! *The Sole Of Indie https://soleofindie.rocks/ Monday Through Friday 6-7PM EST!*AltPhillie.Rocks Sunday, Thursday, & Saturday At 11:00AM ET!June 12, 2025, Thursday, opening paragraph…@Orbis 2.0 - TMA SHOW OPEN THEME@The Anderson Council - What Do You Know? [The Fall Parade]@1.4.5. - Sorry Wrong Number [Three Chords And A Cloud Of Dust] [The Pink Invasion] [Rhythm & Booze]@The Dollyrots - Another Door Is Opening [Love Songs, Werewolves, & Zombies] (@Arrested Youth Records)@Owsley - Zavelow House [Owsley]@Tom Shotton - What Becomes Of The Broken Hearts [Forever Home]@Willie Nile - That's Enough For Me@Brinsley Schwarz - Hymn To Me@Cheap Star - Move Away [Wish I Could See] (koolkatmusik.com)@Terry Draper - Family [Light Years Later]@The Difficult Stranger - Acerbic Love Affair@Cowboy Junkies - Thirty Summers@Klangstof - Ocean View [Ocean View - EP] (@Velveteen Records)@Guttercats - Beautiful Curse [Rise & Fall Of The Last Civilization]@The Atlantics – One Last Night@The Flying Circus – She Don't Care About Time [the Flying Circus]@Echo & The Bunnymen – In The Midnight Hour

American streets are incredibly dangerous for pedestrians. A San Carlos, California-based startup called Obvio thinks it can change that by installing cameras at stop signs -- a solution the founders also say won't create a panopticon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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New Haven could be the next Connecticut city to add school bus cameras. Long Island food banks say household hunger is getting worse. Electric boat reaches an agreement with submarine design unions. Plus, a Revolutionary War artifact found in our region has a new permanent home.

There may be no more important part of road safety than the bright red stop sign, though in the early days, they weren't red. Plus: Leonardo the tortoise went missing from his home in England; after nine months, he didn't exactly get that far. Stop Signs Used to Be Yellow—More Recently Than You Think (Readers Digest)Tortoise missing for months found a mile from home (BBC)Make a stop at our Patreon page and back this show today

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What if I told you the biggest bottleneck in your business isn't your leads, your sales team, or even your offer… it's your calendar? This episode is a game-changer. We're unpacking exactly how the highest-performing studio owners use deep work to multiply their output, slash distractions, and unlock serious momentum—without burning out. If you've been feeling stuck, scattered or just flat-out exhausted, this one's for you. Here's what we're covering: -Why studio owners are addicted to shallow work—and how to break free for good -The #1 thing to focus on (hint: it's not your merch printer) -The 7-step Deep Work System to get your time and brain back -Exactly what deep work looks like (with real examples from the trenches) -How to delegate, delay or ditch your way out of overwhelm -Why batching your shallow tasks could save your sanity -The Deep Work Challenge: 90 minutes a day for 90 days—and how to actually stick to it -How to align your calendar with your biggest goals (and your team's future) Chapters: ⏳ [00:00] Welcome Back—What We Noticed at the Manly Event ⏳ [02:00] The Deep Work Epidemic: Everyone Knows It, No One Does It ⏳ [05:10] Deep Work vs Shallow Work: Real Studio Owner Examples ⏳ [10:40] The Power of the ‘One Thing'—And How to Find Yours ⏳ [15:00] Calendar Audit: Are You a CEO or a Technician? ⏳ [18:30] How to Build a Deep Work Routine (That Actually Sticks) ⏳ [24:10] Pre-Agreements, Noise Cancelling Headphones & Stop Signs ⏳ [30:00] Where All Your Shallow Work Goes (Delegate, Delay, Ditch) ⏳ [35:00] Going Pro: How to Combine Deep Work with the BFOG ⏳ [41:00] The Deep Work Challenge: 90 Minutes a Day for 90 Days ⏳ [45:00] Final Thoughts: You Don't Need More Hours—You Need More Intention Hope you enjoy! Want free resources? DM over on IG @hey.doza with ‘books' for my personal recommendations or ‘non-negotiables' https://www.youtube.com/@GeronimoUnfiltered WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we'd like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3 Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours: https://link.wingmancrm.com/widget/bookings/geronimo-3-step-action-plan Connect with us: Geronimo: https://www.instagram.com/thegeronimoacademy Doza: https://www.instagram.com/hey.doza

Seth and Sean are joined by Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network to preview the Rockets-Warriors matchup coming up for the playoffs, discuss Jeremy Peña running a stop sign at 3rd base last night, and dive into what they're hoping to hear from Texans GM Nick Caserio today in his media availability.

Part 1 Stop Signs by Yves Engler Summary"Stop Signs: Immigration Politics and the Interruption of the Globalized Labour Force" by Yves Engler explores the complexities of immigration policies in Canada and their interplay with global labor dynamics. Engler critiques the restrictive immigration measures and presents a compelling argument for a more humane and equitable approach to immigration, emphasizing the need to acknowledge the contributions of immigrants to society and the economy. Key Themes:Globalization and Labor: Engler discusses how globalization has influenced labor migration, creating a demand for flexible and cheap labor. He points out the contradiction in how countries benefit from the labor of immigrants while simultaneously imposing strict immigration controls.Political and Economic Factors: The book delves into the politics behind immigration policy, highlighting how economic interests often drive decisions that affect the lives of migrants. Engler argues that policies are often designed to serve capitalist needs rather than human rights.Human Rights Perspective: Engler advocates for an immigration system based on human rights rather than on economic utility. He stresses the negative impact of deportations and temporary work permits on immigrant communities.Activism and Response: Engler encourages activism and public discourse around immigration rights. He suggests that recognizing the contributions of immigrants to society can lead to a more just and inclusive immigration system. Conclusion:"Stop Signs" serves as a powerful critique of current immigration practices in Canada, urging readers to reconsider the policies that restrict the movement of people across borders. Engler calls for systemic change that prioritizes the well-being of individuals and communities over economic gain, fostering a more inclusive society.Part 2 Stop Signs AuthorYves Engler is a Canadian author and political activist known for his critical views on Canadian foreign policy and social justice issues. Book Release: "Stop Signs: Cars and Capitalism on the Road to the Future" was released in October 2021. The book argues against car culture and examines the broader implications of automobile-centric planning on urban life and society. Other Works:Yves Engler has authored several books, including:"The Black Book of Canadian Foreign Policy" – A critical examination of Canada's role in international affairs."Canada in Africa: 300 Years of Aid and Exploitation" – Explores Canada's involvement in Africa through colonialism and foreign aid."Left, Right: Marching to the Beat of Imperialism" – A critique that looks at various Canadian political parties and their stances on imperialism."The Ugly Canadian: Stephen Harper's Foreign Policy" – An analysis of the Harper government's foreign policy."A Propaganda System: How Canada's Government, Corporations, Media and Academia Sell War and Exploitation" – Discusses the relationship between Canadian institutions and propaganda."The Trouble with Canada: A Canadian History" – A critique of Canadian nationalism and its impacts on various social issues. Best Editions:While opinions on which of Yves Engler's books is the best may vary depending on the reader's interests, "The Black Book of Canadian Foreign Policy" is often regarded as one of his most significant works due to its comprehensive analysis of Canada's historical and contemporary actions on the global stage. With its insightful critique of government policies, it has received notable attention and can be seen as a seminal work in Engler's oeuvre.Part 3 Stop Signs Chapters"Stop Signs" by Yves Engler is a critical examination of Canadian foreign policy, particularly its impacts on global socio-political dynamics and its alignment with U.S. imperial interests. Engler...

Clark County had 11 cyclist deaths on our roads last year — bike safety advocates say our road design and driving culture are partly to blame. They're backing a counterintuitive bill this legislative session: AB 168 would allow cyclists to disregard stop signs and keep pedaling through intersections. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Ky Plaskon, secretary at the Nevada Bicycle Coalition, and David Swallow, Deputy CEO at the Regional Transportation Commission, about why AB 168 is needed, the stats that back it up, and how else Las Vegas could make the roads safer for everyone. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Andrew, a hardworking truck driver whose declining health was putting his job—and life—at risk. Struggling with fatigue, brain fog, food allergies, and IBS, Joe felt trapped in a cycle of poor health and high stress. But after taking a simple blood test that revealed dangerously high inflammation levels (31:1), he finally understood what was happening inside his body. Tune in to hear how he took back control of his health, what changes made the biggest impact, and get inspired to start your own health journey! SHOW NOTES:01:30 – Who is Joe Andrew?04:00 – His health became a danger to his job05:00 – Fear of losing his job07:00 – Fell asleep at stop lights!08:30 – Food allergies (bananas, grapes), sinus pressure, and headaches09:00 – Extreme fatigue and IBS10:00 – Took a test: 31x too much inflammation11:30 – Tested his family:•4-year-old – 15:1 ratio, eczema problems•11-year-old – 10:1 ratio, biting nails until bleeding•Wife – 37:1 ratio, hypothyroidism, joint pain, brittle nails14:00 – 4-year-old, Eczema cleared up15:00 – 11-year-old stopped biting nails17:20 – Wife's improvements: no more joint pain, headaches gone, no need for medication, better energy levels24:00 – Joe's improvements: fatigue and brain fog gone25:40 – Food allergies disappeared28:00 – Energy levels significantly better!Send us a textSupport the showIf you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!Connect with Michaela?www.foodchangeslives.com/Youtube @FoodChangesLives Instagramwww.instagram.com/michaela_morrell/ Fbwww.facebook.com/FoodChangesLives www.facebook.com/groups/omega3experience DISCLAIMER: Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast! Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links. Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are th...

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Thank you for joining us!#GladTidings #WelcomeToTheFamily #WeAreGTJoin us for service in person or online every Wednesday at 7pm (EST) and Sundays at 8:30am, 10am, & 11:45am (EST)2009 Fullers Cross Rd. Ocoee, Fl 34761If you would like to get connected to what God is doing at Glad Tidings Church, text GUEST to 407-993-2496 If you would like to support GT financially you can give through the OcoeeGT app, or online through our website by clicking here http://www.ocoeegt.com/giving. Text ‘WEAREGT' to 73256 to give using your mobile device.For more information about Glad Tidings Church, visit ocoeegt.com face or follow us on our social media platforms below.Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/wearegt.church/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/GladTidingsChurchOcoee

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In this episode of Midweek Motivation on the Run the Riot Podcast, we dive into the topic of setbacks. Whether you're a runner who has faced a tough race or someone navigating life's unexpected detours, this episode is for you. David shares his personal experience of a tough DNF at the Moab 240 and how it taught him that setbacks are not the end of the road—they're opportunities to grow. Listen in as David discusses: Why setbacks are a reality for everyone, even the pros. How to reframe setbacks as opportunities to learn and improve. Building resilience through challenges to come back stronger. Practical steps for evaluating your setbacks and setting fresh goals. How reconnecting with your “why” can reignite your passion and purpose. Finally, hear how David overcame his own challenges and returned to Moab to finish the race that once knocked him down. Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Magic Mind. Build your mental resilience with their focus and sleep shots. David has been using them to enhance focus and sleep, and they've made a big difference. Get 45% off their new 24-hour pack (Focus and Sleep shots bundle) at www.magicmind.com/RTRJAN. Call to Action: Reflect on a recent setback in your running or life. What did it teach you? Write down what went right, what went wrong, and what you'd do differently next time. Set a new goal and take small steps toward achieving it. Let's embrace those setbacks as milestones on the road to becoming our strongest selves. Links: Follow the Run the Riot Podcast: www.theriot.run Check out Magic Mind: www.magicmind.com/RTRJAN Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review. Talk soon!

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Welcome back to Smex Ed, your go-to podcast for sex-positive education. In today's episode, we're exploring a topic that's often misunderstood—anal stretching. Whether you're considering anal play or want to make it more comfortable, this episode will guide you through safe and effective techniques for stretching, especially for beginners. Anal stretching can enhance your experiences, but it's important to approach it gradually and with care. We'll discuss the best practices, tips, and tricks to ensure you stretch safely and comfortably. In This Episode, We Discuss: What is Anal Stretching?: An introduction to anal stretching, why it's helpful for anal play, and how it differs from anal training. Why Safe Stretching Matters: The importance of going slow, being patient, and listening to your body to avoid injury and ensure a pleasurable experience. Beginners Tips for Anal Stretching: Key tips on how to approach anal stretching safely, including using the right tools, techniques, and timing. Choosing the Right Tools: A guide to anal toys and plugs designed for stretching. We'll talk about size, material, and features to look for when selecting the right tools to help you safely stretch. Lube Is Your Friend: Why lubrication is essential in the stretching process and how to choose the best type for comfort and safety. Relaxation and Patience: How to mentally prepare for the process and how to relax your body to make the stretching process easier and more enjoyable. When to Stop: Signs that you've stretched enough or when you should take a break. It's important to always prioritize comfort and safety over pushing too hard. Key Takeaways: Go slow—start with small toys or plugs and gradually increase size as your body gets used to stretching. Use plenty of lube to ensure smooth and safe stretching. Relax, breathe deeply, and never force anything. Your body will let you know when it's ready for more. Always listen to your body and stop if you feel any discomfort or pain. Stretching your body for anal play can lead to more comfortable, enjoyable experiences when done safely. This episode will help you take your time and enjoy the process without rushing. Listen now to learn more!

In 1957, a stop sign made from a high-strength alloy was accidentally launched into space during a test nuclear explosion. Now the stop sign has orbited the sun and is on its way back toward Earth. Scientists calculate it will hit the White House, so evasive action is taken, with disastrous (and hilarious) results.References and TranscriptSubscribe to the show:Apple PodcastsSpotifyRSSConnect with us:FacebookInstagramDiscord

When Eric Nelams was gunned down in 2003, the police knew it was a targeted attack. With two solid leads early on, it was hard to imagine his family would still be waiting for answers over 20 years later. But someone out there knows something and one more tip could be all they need to find justice.    If you know anything, call Crimestoppers at 334-215-STOP Sign the petition: https://www.change.org/p/pleading-with-alabama-attorney-general-s-cold-case-unit-to-reopen-eric-nelams-homicide  This case is unsolved. Listen to the Method and Madness podcast: https://www.methodandmadnesspodcast.com/episodes/82-on-the-level-the-murder-of-eric-nelams Come to Chile and Argentina with me! True Crime & Fine Wine w/ Josh Hallmark, Charlie Worroll & Lanie Hobbs  Support the show! Get the exclusive show Beyond the Files plus Crimelines episodes ad free on Supercast: https://crimelines.supercast.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crimelines Apple Subscriptions: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crimelines-true-crime/id1112004494  For one time support: https://www.basementfortproductions.com/support Links to all my socials and more: https://linktr.ee/crimelines   Sources: 2024 Crimelines Podcast Source List   Events: Feb 27-Mar 5 2025 True Crime & Fine Wine w/ Josh Hallmark, Charlie Worroll & Lanie Hobbs Transcript: https://app.podscribe.ai/series/3790 If an exact transcript is needed, please request at crimelinespodcast@gmail.com   Licensing and credits: Theme music by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/ Cover Art by Lars Hacking from Rusty Hinges   Crimelines is a registered trademark of Crimelines LLC.      

WE'RE BAAAACK!!! Welcome to season 2. DID YOU MISS US? Please keep arms and legs inside the coaster darlings. A quick catch up followed by some quintessential rides you are going to love. Benny rides for pork and Mary Beth rides for stop signs. And we're off to the races!Sponsors:Crapeyewear.com code RIDE for 25% off full priced items through August 31stCarawayhome.com/ride to take an addition 10% off your next purchaseDrinkAG1.com/ridepod for a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs ARTICLE.COM/RIDE for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or moreHead to https://www.squarespace.com/RIDE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code RIDEPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.