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Following a successful premiere at South by Southwest, 24-year-old Swiss-American filmmaker Freddy Macdonald, the youngest directing fellow ever accepted to the American Film Institute, brought his audacious debut feature “Sew Torn” to the Piazza Grande at the 77th Locarno Film Festival.  We caught up with Macdonald on Locarno Meets during the Festival to discuss the unique genesis of the film, its many wild narrative twists and turns, as well as to unpack the influence of the Coen brothers on his work and talk about what it's like to develop a film with one's Dad.

Healthcare providers and the public had no education about how to conduct end of life grieving until 1969 when Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross published her experiences with hospice patients who were at the end of their life. She was a Swiss-American psychiatrist, a pioneer in near-death studies, and author of the internationally best-selling book, On Death and Dying (1969). […] The post Grief, Forgiveness, Acceptance, and Rejection by Dr. Daniel Brubaker appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

In der Familie Winzenried prallen linke und rechte Ansichten aufeinander. SRF-Reporterin Kathrin Winzenried besucht vor den US-Wahlen 2024 ihre Verwandten in Cody, Wyoming und will wissen: Wie bewältigt die Familie die enormen politischen Spannungen? Die USA sind politisch gespalten und dieser Riss geht durch viele Familien. Auch durch die Grossfamilie von SRF-Reporterin Kathrin Winzenried: Die Positionen reichen von «far right» bis «left wing». Beim Besuch mit der Kamera gilt deshalb eine klare Regel: keine Diskussion über Politik an einem Tisch mit allen Beteiligten. Diskutiert wird in diesem Film trotzdem sehr viel – und der Eklat ist unvermeidlich. Doch wie Familie Winzenried mit diesem Konflikt umgeht, zeigt wohl den entscheidenden Unterschied zum Rest der Gesellschaft: Politische Meinungen sind das eine. Die Gemeinschaft der Familie lässt sich dadurch aber nicht sprengen.

In der Familie Winzenried prallen linke und rechte Ansichten aufeinander. SRF-Reporterin Kathrin Winzenried besucht vor den US-Wahlen 2024 ihre Verwandten in Cody, Wyoming und will wissen: Wie bewältigt die Familie die enormen politischen Spannungen? Die USA sind politisch gespalten und dieser Riss geht durch viele Familien. Auch durch die Grossfamilie von SRF-Reporterin Kathrin Winzenried: Die Positionen reichen von «far right» bis «left wing». Beim Besuch mit der Kamera gilt deshalb eine klare Regel: keine Diskussion über Politik an einem Tisch mit allen Beteiligten. Diskutiert wird in diesem Film trotzdem sehr viel – und der Eklat ist unvermeidlich. Doch wie Familie Winzenried mit diesem Konflikt umgeht, zeigt wohl den entscheidenden Unterschied zum Rest der Gesellschaft: Politische Meinungen sind das eine. Die Gemeinschaft der Familie lässt sich dadurch aber nicht sprengen.

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140: Chris is Swiss & American, but grew up in Germany most of his life. After studying Business Administration at University of St. Gallen and Harvard, he started out working for Tesla in Amsterdam. This is when he had the initial idea for Seatti, which he then founded in 2019. As the CEO of Seatti, he is in charge of business development & strategy. He was honored by Handelsblatt and the Boston Consulting Group as Thought Leader of the Year in the area of New Work. Today, Seatti is Europe's leading workplace management & engagement platform, counting over 100 customers, spread across 30 countries on five different continents. Seatti helps companies around the globe to manage their workspaces more effectively and to engage hybrid teams, leading to better collaboration, innovation & performance. Saskia is a real globetrotter. She studied Business Administration in Cologne, Montreal and Tel Aviv and always had a deep passion for innovation. Her background is in strategy consulting and before joining Seatti, she lived in Paris, working in Corporate Development for a major German sports company. As the Chief of Staff at Seatti, she is overseeing various cross-functional projects and initiatives across the organization. Amongst others, she is responsible for investor relations, commercial partnerships and HR Culture. Based out of Madrid, she is taking full advantage of Seatti's remote-first culture & collaborates with Seatti's international team across borders. LINKS: Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JzIWudAwzFQ More on Seatti: https://www.seatti.co/ Connect with Saskia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saskia-neuner-1b71a9154/ Connect with Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-bieri/   Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ The Future Assistant Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661

Are you ready to transform the way you see yourself so you can step into the life you deserve feeling fulfilled and self-actualized? Join Brenda for a free 3 day challenge - Yes to Me. In this podcast episode, host Brenda Winkle and guest Amy Carroll discuss the dynamics of communication in relationships, focusing on the roles of predator, prey or partner and how these affect power balance. Amy, a communication coach, shares insights on projecting confidence through body language and vocal inflection. They explore cultural perceptions of smiles and the importance of genuine warmth. The episode touches on the value of role-play and improv in improving communication, with Amy advocating for saying "yes" to opportunities as a path to personal growth. They conclude by inviting listeners to engage on Instagram and offering a free e-book to those mentioning Brenda Winkle. Listen to hear about... Dynamics of predator, prey, and partner in relationships Use of improv and roleplay in communication coaching Impact of mindset on relationships Body language, voice, words, and mindset in interactions Child parts and past experiences influencing behavior Healing and re-patterning events through roleplay Application of improv principles in effective communication Power and authority dynamics in relationships Perception of smiles in different cultures Enhancing communication skills and building authority About Amy Carroll Amy is a Swiss/American communication coach working with multinationals, specializing in leadership and positive influence. Amy's keynotes and programs are highly engaging, interactive and instantly applicable. Along with her 7 Partner mindset techniques, participants discover how to communicate mutual respect and manage themselves under pressure. The result has been transformational for many. With over 30 years of experience, her understanding of the human psyche is extensive. Amy holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology, is a Professional Certified Coach, Master Practitioner of NLP and author of The Ego Tango, How to Get More of What You Want More Often with Less Hassle. Amy offers additional value through her videos, newsletters, blogs, webinars & podcasts. DM or email Amy at amy@carrollcoaching.com and mention Brenda Winkle to get a free ebook: The Ego Tango Connect with Amy Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amycarrollcoach/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amycarrollcoaching Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrollcoaching/ Website: https://www.carrollcoaching.com/ Connect with Brenda Winkle Try Breathwork free https://www.brendawinkle.com/breathe Contact Brenda Website: https://www.brendawinkle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendawinkle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brenda.winkle111 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brendawinkle111 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendawinkle/ Keywords: Amy Carroll, Brenda Winkle, communication coaching, predator and prey in relationships, improv, roleplay, power dynamics, mindset, nonverbal cues, authority in relationships, genuine smile, communication skills, personal development, e-book, Instagram, saying yes, passion, adventure, energy richness, Your Yes Filled Life Podcast, self-actualization, empowerment, fulfillment.

Swiss-American architect David Montalba founded the eponymous award-winning international firm in 2004. Montalba reflects on the company's upcoming 20th anniversary, the effect of his early experiences working with renowned practitioners and the critical importance of collaboration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leadership is one of the most hyped topics in business today. But are the historical archetypes of Leadership really the inspiration we should be drawing on? In this episode we're unpacking the recent book of Martin Gutmann Ph.D., The Unseen Leader which is an exploration of leadership through the lens of historical scholarship, offering a less sensationalized and stereotypical protagonist's tale of leadership. Martin's research focuses on leaders who largely remained unseen and unwritten about through the pages of history. Not because their impact and influence wasn't substantial, but because they don't comply with the compelling heroes' tale, and offer us an opportunity to redefine what true leadership is. Martin Gutmann Ph.D., is a Swiss-American historian, author, and professor at the Lucerne School of Business, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Switzerland. He has published three books, most recently (as co-editor with Dan Gorman) Before the UN Sustainable Development Goals: A Historical Companion (Oxford University Press). He lives in Freiburg-im-Breisgau, Germany, with his wife and their three children.Find the full show notes about the episode, and where to find Martin's book at www.wearehumanleaders.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump dominates the GOP Super Tuesday races. NBC News projects he has won almost all of the 15 states voting in the primary contest. Wall Street stumbles for a second straight day with tech stocks weighing. The Dow is down ahead of Federal reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's testimony on Capitol Hill. We are live in Westminster ahead of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's UK budget later today. Personal tax cuts set to top the agenda. And in IPO news, Swiss-American dermatology company Galderma plans to list in Zurich, aiming to raise $2.3bn. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Martin Gutmann is a Swiss-American historian and Professor at the Lucerne School of Business, Switzerland. His recent work includes Before the UN Sustainable Development Goals: A Historical Companion, which came out in 2022 with Oxford University Press, and just out this month, The Unseen Leader: How History Can Help us Rethink Leadership.Gutmann has a Ph.D. in History from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University, USA and an Executive MBA from IE Business School, Spain. His writing has appeared in Journal of Contemporary History, Studies in Conflict and Terrorism, Journal of Modern European History, and Journal of Contemporary European History.A Quote From Better Humans, Better Performance"I use this example of a river...Imagine the leader trying to cross this river. And if there's a strong current, it's going to be these currents much more than any individual movements of the leader that will determine where he or she ends up on the other side. And it's the leader's interaction with these currents that will make or break their endeavor, rather than their actions themselves."Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeBook: Hidden Talent by Adam GrantBook: Think Again by Adam GrantBook: Wooden on Leadership by John WoodenAbout The International Leadership Association (ILA)The ILA was created in 1999 to bring together professionals interested in studying, practicing, and teaching leadership. Plan for ILA's 25th Global Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, October 12-15, 2023.About The Boler College of Business at John Carroll UniversityBoler offers four MBA programs – 1 Year Flexible, Hybrid, Online, and Professional. Each MBA track offers flexible timelines and various class structure options (online, in-person, hybrid, asynchronous). Boler's tech core and international study tour opportunities set these MBA programs apart. Rankings highlighted in the intro are taken from CEO Magazine.About  Scott J. AllenWebsiteWeekly Newsletter: The Leader's EdgeMy Approach to HostingThe views of my guests do not constitute "truth." Nor do they reflect my personal views in some instances. However, they are views to consider, and I hope they help you clarify your perspective. Nothing can replace your reflection, research, and exploration of the topic.

Swiss-American conductor, educator, scholar, and President of Bard College, Leon Botstein has dedicated his musical career to the performance of lesser known repertoire. Maestro Botstein candidly discusses the practical and emotional challenges a conductor faces while leading an orchestra and the importance of forgoing theatrical gestures. Leon reflects on how his choice to pursue music was a form of rebellion within his family of physicians and when he understood he wouldn't be a virtuoso. David and Leon talk about what makes a good leader of school, Leon's belief in a broad education (as opposed to that of a conservatory), the importance of an inquiring mind, and arts patronage.Check out Leon Botstein on Facebook, Spotify, Apple Music, or the web.Learn more about American Symphony Orchestra here, Bard College here, and The Orchestra Now here. Follow Speaking Soundly on Instagram.Follow David on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram and the web.Photograph of Leon by Matt Dine.The Speaking Soundly theme song is composed by Joseph Saba/Stewart Winter and used by permission of Videohelper.Speaking Soundly was co-created by David Krauss and Jessica Handelman. This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Source Weekly publisher Aaron Switzer converses with photographer Christian Heeb, owner of Cascade Center of Photography (with his wife Regula Heeb). The Swiss/American photographers have been widely published. They have worked and photographed in more than 90 countries. Their exclusive Photo Tours are legendary worldwide. Christian is the author of more than 200 coffee table books.

“It saved my life.” BMX competition helped the Swiss-American athlete fight anxiety attacks, which left her unable to leave home as a young teenager. The Olympic bronze medallist is now a mental health advocate.

You can indict Vladimir Putin over war crimes in Ukraine. But if you do, you'd better indict Joe Biden as well. That is the message that Professor Alfred de Zayas, world-renowned human rights and international law expert, gave “MintCast” host Alan MacLeod on today's episode of the series.  A Swiss-American lawyer, academic and United Nations official with over 50 years' experience in the field of human rights, de Zayas joins us for a wide-ranging discussion about international law and Ukraine, U.S. sanctions, whistleblowers, the successes and failures of the United Nations and its bodies, and the growth of a new and cynical “human rights industry” that weaponizes the concept to attack foreign governments. “The double standards [with regard to Russia] are absolutely breathtaking” de Zayas said, noting how British International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan had discontinued all investigations into NATO war crimes in Afghanistan but continued those into the Taliban against NATO. Now the ICC has issued an arrest warrant against Putin, another one-sided decision that de Zayas claims has made the organization a joke:“There is no question that here, the crime of aggression has been committed, and certainly Russian troops have committed crimes in Ukraine. But you cannot prosecute one side and let the other side off scot-free. If you are going to indict a serving head of state [like Putin], then you would have to indict Joe Biden.”The United States and NATO, he says, have been carrying out dangerous provocations in Ukraine for years, supplying weapons to militias who use them against civilians, while also carrying out similar crimes to Russia in Afghanistan, meaning that anyone with a semblance of balance or neutrality would conclude that American leaders need to be held accountable, too. After graduating from Harvard University in 1970, de Zayas practiced law in New York and Florida. For many years, he served in various human rights organizations and as a senior official at the United Nations. From 2010 to 2013 he was editor-in-chief of Ex Tempore, the United Nations' literary journal. Until 2018, he was UN Independent Expert on the Promotion of a Democratic and Equitable International Order. In addition to this, he has taught law at academic institutions across the world, including the University of Geneva, the University of Trier, the Human Rights Institute at the Irish National University and DePaul University. Support the showMintPress News is a fiercely independent. You can support us by becoming a member on Patreon, bookmarking and whitelisting us, and by subscribing to our social media channels, including Twitch, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to MintCast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and SoundCloud. Also, be sure to check out the new Behind the Headlines channel on YouTube and subscribe to rapper Lowkey's new video interview/podcast series, The Watchdog.

The organisation gets religion about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).  The senior management team, led by the President, decide this is a key path for moving forward.  The upside in achieving greater innovation and creativity by embracing a more inclusive workplace is seen as the Holy Grail.  The Middle Managers are told to get behind the push on DEI.  Brilliant that getting change in Japan is so easy.  Japanese staff love change.  They want their boss to change, their subordinates to change, their colleagues to change, their clients to change, but they want to stay precisely the same.  DEI in Japan is mainly about gender issues, rather than race, religion or national identity. The male Middle Managers themselves are part of the cohort of not wanting to change, regardless of what senior management may be saying.  No one will openly oppose the pronouncements from the top, but that doesn't mean there is any real enthusiasm for change. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, a Swiss-American psychiatrist wrote a book called “On Death and Dying” which identified five stages of grief, which can be extrapolated to assist our understanding about how humans deal with DEI change.    1.     Shock The initial reaction to hearing that the organization is going to embrace change around DEI, can be very confronting for male Middle Managers and the males in their teams.  Usually, the communication in organisations around change is minimal.  Basically, senior management has made this decision, this is why and get on with it.  The lack of what is considered satisfactory explanation sets off rumours, mis-information and confusion in the ranks.  This is why companies must do a thorough job of selling DEI to the team, in depth and continuously. 2.     Denial After the initial shock of the announcement a sense of disbelief can spread and hopes that this will be a “light” intervention which won't really affect the status quo.  Japan defers to age and stage in companies and what will DEI mean for the current hierarchy?  Will there be a lessening of opportunities for males to advance, in order to meet some arbitrary ratio of female managers?  Why do we need to change at all, when this is how it has always been done?  Senior management needs to recognise these fears and directly address them.  Information vacuums will get filled with gossip, inuendo and false flags unless there is a big sales effort on the positives of change. 3.     Anger Isn't this a stupid idea from senior management? Won't this weaken the strength of the organisation, relative to our rivals and won't clients have trouble accepting the change and therefore we will lose business?  Pronouncements are clearly not going to be enough.  When DEI first popped up on the radar in Japan, companies would ask us to train the women.  I always questioned that assumption.  The kacho or section head is the key person who needs educating.  Usually a he, the kacho determines who gets coached, given delegated tasks for personal development and who gets promoted. Unless the kacho gets it, there will be an underlying resistance to DEI which will never be vocalized, but which will continue regardless.  4.     Bargaining “DEI is okay in theory, but our case is different.  We have special circumstances here and so some adjustments have to be made”.  This is typically how Middle Management whittles away at changes they don't like.  They are ninja at finding all the problems and can come up with tons of justifications to dilute the change effort, while all the while embracing the headline statements as gospel.  Naturally, there will be some flexibility needed to role out DEI programmes however senior management have to be very vigilant about how the processes are worked though. 5.     Dejection When male Middle Managers realise that this DEI change is here to stay, they can become demotivated.  They fear their years of loyal service has been devalued and their future promotion prospects have been impinged, all for a fad.  They need to be told they are valued, they have a role here and that the form needs their contribution to arm it with the creativity and innovation needed to best the competition. 6.     Letting Go People believe what they see.  When the benefits of greater inclusion become a reality, it is easier to get behind the idea, which is no longer seen as just some ivory tower theory.  Also, the consistent support for DEI from the senior leadership group underlines this isn't going away and is becoming a permanent fixture of how the organisation functions.  7.      Exploration Diversity of opinion and inclusion of different angles around decision-making is what makes the adoption of DEI an advantage inside the organisation.  If the decisions are better and if the outcomes are better, than what could have been achieved before, then this initiates a different set of responses and changes thinking about what is possible. 8.     Acceptance Gradually, it becomes clear that the worst fears were not realized. Even unexpected benefits appeared.  The doomsayers were proven wrong, the system settles down to a new reality and everyone moves forward.  Planning for these stages would be a clever move by senior management, in addition to their various pronouncements from on high.  The DEI process is a process and as such, it has to be supported all the way through these seven stages, if it is going to stick.  That requires consistent work over many years, until DEI becomes part of the culture of the organisation.  Best to plan for that from the beginning.

In this week's episode, the founder of The Aware Parenting Institute, developmental psychologist, Aletha Solter PhD provides answers to questions from the community. Aletha briefly shares how Aware Parenting came to be, before we dive into this episodes topic discussing insights, experience, research and our personal stories.In this episode you will discover:- can we differentiate between accumulated feelings/trauma and genetic factors- defining neurodiversity- why Aware Parenting can support all children- observing our children is a key component in Aware Parenting- tantrums and meltdowns- when children are "stuck" with their feelings - Aletha shares 4 reasons- the balance of attention and its role in healing- how a diagnosis can be helpful- plus so much moreWhere to Find Aletha:Website -  Aware Parenting InstituteFacebook - Aware Parenting InstituteBooks by Aletha Solter PhD:The Aware Baby Cooperative & Connected Tears & Tantrums Raising Drug Free Kids Attachment Play Healing Your Traumatized Child ABOUT ALETHA:Aletha Solter is a Swiss/American developmental psychologist who is recognized internationally as an expert on attachment, trauma, and non-punitive discipline. She studied with the Swiss psychologist, Jean Piaget, at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, where she obtained a Master's degree in human biology. She then earned a PhD in psychology from the University of California . She has 2 adult children and 2 grandchildren.When her first child was born in 1977 (following a traumatic birth) she did not find any parenting books that advocated attachment-style parenting and non-punitive discipline while taking into account the impact of stress and trauma on children's development.  Her 6 books have been translated into many languages, and she has also written numerous articles for parents and professionals. In 1990 she founded The Aware Parenting Institute, which now has certified instructors in over 20 countries. Her goal is to help create a nonviolent world in which all children are allowed to attain their full potential. With the tools of Aware Parenting, she is confident that parents can raise their children to be competent, compassionate, nonviolent, and drug free. She also knows that parenting is a difficult job and that parents deserve recognition, information, and support.

I realized over the course of this conversation that it is never about me wanting to slide down to someone else's level of behavior. Instead it is about wanting them to come up and join me on the high road. (I shared a personal story about that during the discussion.   Stewart Wiggins brought it up first and we all agreed, letting go of an argument is something we learned to be better at with age.   I didn't share it in the recording but, the idea that you can just let people be wrong.   Judy Musa compared it to Jimmy Cricket – just listen to the good angel.   That said, Jim Tam said it well – sometimes there are things convictions that you have to dig your heels in about, regardless of how frustrating it is to always have to be the bigger person.   Do you have any suggestions for how to get someone to join you on the high road when you get frustrated about always having to be the bigger person/grown up?     Connect with the panelists: Judy Musa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judy-musanj/ She is a trilingual Swiss-American who thrives on the challenge to solve communication problems and leveraging the power of a well-told story that educates, informs and persuades.   Jim Tam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimtam/ Is a Principal Client Director with Korn Ferry's Digital group where he advises organizations on how to improve their sales effectiveness through using world-class sales methodology and technology.   Stewart Wiggins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewart-wiggins/ Induna Advisors – where he offers Fractional Chief Operating Officer services and Brings resources together to help scale your business.   Dr Robyn Odegaard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynodegaard/ The Mental MacGyver providing luxury level support and coaching to executives, founders, celebrities and athletes.   Want a summary of the Quick Hits plus the links to the LinkedIn pages of each of the panelist to show up in your in-box every week? Let me know where to send it: https://drrobynodegaard.com/quick-hits-notifications/     #QuickHits are designed to exercise your brain by letting you listen in on an unscripted conversation to get other people's thoughts on pertinent subjects. If you would like to join a conversation or have a topic you would like to hear discussed, please message me. https://www.DrRobynOdegaard.com  

Donny is joined by author, political commentator, and co-host of MSNBC's "Morning Joe", Mika Brzezinski. Brzezinski takes us on a deep dive into her childhood and experience growing up as the daughter of Zbigniew Brzezinski, who was a foreign policy expert and former National Security Advisor under President Jimmy Carter, and Swiss-American sculptor Emilie Beneš Brzezinski. She discusses how getting fired from CBS was a distinct catalyst in her expansive career. The experience taught her how to know her value and she continues to teach women of all ages to know theirs as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Collective grief. Suffocated grief. Anticipatory grief. Black grief is unique.  Western society tries to define grief and describe the grief process. Swiss-American psychologist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross extensively studied the grief process; her research has set the standard for understanding grief. However, this standard is not fully relevant or applicable to the Black grief experience. Espresso Talk Today is joined by psychologist Mary Chappell, Ph.D. who will discuss the uniqueness of Black grief, the failure of western society to acknowledge Black grief, the problem that this causes, and how Black people can support each other during the grief process. Dr. Chappell also discusses the warning signs of grieving persons who need extra support. Please join us for this compassionate and life-affirming discussion about this difficult subject.  Grief Therapists: Association of Black Psychologists (Directory for Black Mental Health and Wellness professionals) Betterhelp.com 

In 1990, though no one knew it then, a fearless group of players changed the sport of soccer in the United States forever. Young, bronzed, and mulleted, they were America's finest athletes in a sport that America loved to hate. Even sportswriters rooted against them. Yet this team defied massive odds and qualified for the World Cup, and made making possible America's current obsession with the world's most popular game. In this era the U.S. Soccer Federation's preceding head coach had a better-paying day job as a black-tie restaurant waiter. Players earned $20 a day. The crowd at home games cheered for their opponent and the fields were even mismarked. In Latin America the U.S. team bus had a machine gun turret mounted on the back, locals would sabotage their hotel, and in the stadiums spectators would rain coins, batteries, and plastic bags of urine down on the American players. The world considered the U.S. team to be total imposters — the Milli Vanilli of soccer. Yet on the biggest stage of all, in the 1990 World Cup, this undaunted American squad and their wise coach earned the adoration of Italy's star players and their fans in a gladiator-like match in Rome's deafening Stadio Olimpico. From windswept soccer fields in the U.S. heartland to the CIA-infested cauldron of Central America and the Caribbean, behind the recently toppled Iron Curtain and into the great European soccer cathedrals, Adam Elder's New Kids in the World Cup: The Totally Late '80s and Early '90s Tale of the Team That Changed American Soccer Forever (U Nebraska Press, 2022) is the origin story of modern American soccer in a time when power ballads were inescapable, and mainstream America was discovering hip-hop. It's the true adventure of America's most important soccer team, which made everything possible that's come since—including America finally falling in love with soccer. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In 1990, though no one knew it then, a fearless group of players changed the sport of soccer in the United States forever. Young, bronzed, and mulleted, they were America's finest athletes in a sport that America loved to hate. Even sportswriters rooted against them. Yet this team defied massive odds and qualified for the World Cup, and made making possible America's current obsession with the world's most popular game. In this era the U.S. Soccer Federation's preceding head coach had a better-paying day job as a black-tie restaurant waiter. Players earned $20 a day. The crowd at home games cheered for their opponent and the fields were even mismarked. In Latin America the U.S. team bus had a machine gun turret mounted on the back, locals would sabotage their hotel, and in the stadiums spectators would rain coins, batteries, and plastic bags of urine down on the American players. The world considered the U.S. team to be total imposters — the Milli Vanilli of soccer. Yet on the biggest stage of all, in the 1990 World Cup, this undaunted American squad and their wise coach earned the adoration of Italy's star players and their fans in a gladiator-like match in Rome's deafening Stadio Olimpico. From windswept soccer fields in the U.S. heartland to the CIA-infested cauldron of Central America and the Caribbean, behind the recently toppled Iron Curtain and into the great European soccer cathedrals, Adam Elder's New Kids in the World Cup: The Totally Late '80s and Early '90s Tale of the Team That Changed American Soccer Forever (U Nebraska Press, 2022) is the origin story of modern American soccer in a time when power ballads were inescapable, and mainstream America was discovering hip-hop. It's the true adventure of America's most important soccer team, which made everything possible that's come since—including America finally falling in love with soccer. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

In 1990, though no one knew it then, a fearless group of players changed the sport of soccer in the United States forever. Young, bronzed, and mulleted, they were America's finest athletes in a sport that America loved to hate. Even sportswriters rooted against them. Yet this team defied massive odds and qualified for the World Cup, and made making possible America's current obsession with the world's most popular game. In this era the U.S. Soccer Federation's preceding head coach had a better-paying day job as a black-tie restaurant waiter. Players earned $20 a day. The crowd at home games cheered for their opponent and the fields were even mismarked. In Latin America the U.S. team bus had a machine gun turret mounted on the back, locals would sabotage their hotel, and in the stadiums spectators would rain coins, batteries, and plastic bags of urine down on the American players. The world considered the U.S. team to be total imposters — the Milli Vanilli of soccer. Yet on the biggest stage of all, in the 1990 World Cup, this undaunted American squad and their wise coach earned the adoration of Italy's star players and their fans in a gladiator-like match in Rome's deafening Stadio Olimpico. From windswept soccer fields in the U.S. heartland to the CIA-infested cauldron of Central America and the Caribbean, behind the recently toppled Iron Curtain and into the great European soccer cathedrals, Adam Elder's New Kids in the World Cup: The Totally Late '80s and Early '90s Tale of the Team That Changed American Soccer Forever (U Nebraska Press, 2022) is the origin story of modern American soccer in a time when power ballads were inescapable, and mainstream America was discovering hip-hop. It's the true adventure of America's most important soccer team, which made everything possible that's come since—including America finally falling in love with soccer. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

In 1990, though no one knew it then, a fearless group of players changed the sport of soccer in the United States forever. Young, bronzed, and mulleted, they were America's finest athletes in a sport that America loved to hate. Even sportswriters rooted against them. Yet this team defied massive odds and qualified for the World Cup, and made making possible America's current obsession with the world's most popular game. In this era the U.S. Soccer Federation's preceding head coach had a better-paying day job as a black-tie restaurant waiter. Players earned $20 a day. The crowd at home games cheered for their opponent and the fields were even mismarked. In Latin America the U.S. team bus had a machine gun turret mounted on the back, locals would sabotage their hotel, and in the stadiums spectators would rain coins, batteries, and plastic bags of urine down on the American players. The world considered the U.S. team to be total imposters — the Milli Vanilli of soccer. Yet on the biggest stage of all, in the 1990 World Cup, this undaunted American squad and their wise coach earned the adoration of Italy's star players and their fans in a gladiator-like match in Rome's deafening Stadio Olimpico. From windswept soccer fields in the U.S. heartland to the CIA-infested cauldron of Central America and the Caribbean, behind the recently toppled Iron Curtain and into the great European soccer cathedrals, Adam Elder's New Kids in the World Cup: The Totally Late '80s and Early '90s Tale of the Team That Changed American Soccer Forever (U Nebraska Press, 2022) is the origin story of modern American soccer in a time when power ballads were inescapable, and mainstream America was discovering hip-hop. It's the true adventure of America's most important soccer team, which made everything possible that's come since—including America finally falling in love with soccer. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Many of you might have received emails from a man by the name of "Xeno Müller" a Division 1, Swiss-American rower from Brown University. Like myself, you might be wondering how he even received your email, but to be honest that is a mystery in of itself. Coached by previous FSP guest, Mr. Steve Gladstone, he helps train youth athletes on what he calls the "SAT/ACT of rowing... the ERG"!! Getting recruited to university is a struggle for many athletes, in which one of the most deciding factors besides academic success, is the time/data spent on the ergometer. Xeno's program focuses on moving past the mental hurdle of the erg, and improving times slowly but surely. We hear his main reasoning of creating this unique idea, winning C.R.A.S.H.-B'S, the value of a coxswain, and his overall mission in this sport. Be sure to tune in!Holistic Life NavigationThis podcast explores how to heal stress & trauma holistically. I am your host, Luis...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Foundation of Daily Health, AG1 by Athletic GreensUnlock Your Free One Year Supply of Vitamin D3+K2 and 5 free Travel Packs

In this episode, we welcome Veronica DeVore. Veronica is a Swiss-American dual national, living in Bern and working as Head of Audience at SWI swissinfo.ch. We speak with Veronica about her background, her experience of living here in Switzerland having grown up in the US, about the Swiss media landscape and about how certain stories in the news here may resonate with a global audience.

Sam "Himself" is an Swiss American musician, who is a crooner like Elvis, mixed with Bruce Springsteen, and a bit of Greg Laswell. He is able to create a nostalgic feeling of moments where you can totally relate to what he was trying to tell you, and feel it as close to what you might have experienced as well. His lyrics are very deep, moving, and introspective, and often times just tell the story on the flipside, sometimes you don't know which side of the story you are getting. We covered everything from Marlon Brando, Las Vegas, Leningrad Cowboys and roller skating on volcanoes. (Sort of). website facebook instagram spotify youtube #samhimself #thebossman #brucespringsteen #marlonbrando #leningradcowboys #crooners #swisssingers #danielschlett #iggypop

  Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/q_ML5SVv7RU   The FDA, Old Europe Cheese Inc., and Swiss American are expanding the recall of their Bree and Camembert cheeses due to contamination with listeria monocyogenes.    The following brands have additional affected products: St. Louis, Culinary Tour, La Bonne Vie, Lidl, Primo Taglio, and Reny Picot.  If you have any of these branded cheeses with best by dates of 12/14/2022, contact Old Europe at 1-269-925-5003 ext 335 to find out if your particular product is affected and for instructions regarding disposal and refunds.   https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/old-europe-cheese-inc-expands-voluntary-recall-its-brie-cheeses-due-possible-health-risk   #oldeurope #stlouis #cheese #bree #camebert #listeria #infection #recall  

Today, I am joined by two very special guests that you are absolutely going to love.  Ellen Kocher is a Swiss-American economist and certified Workplace Wellness Consultant and Holistic Health Coach. Dominique Ben Dhaou has been working in human resources leadership for over 30 years. She helps professionals and executives reinvent careers that truly fit their experience, values, skills and purpose.  Together, these remarkable women have created Wake-Up, Shake-Up, Thrive - their business and now their book as well - which you will hear all about here today. Along the way, they will share their journey toward working together, ageism and its impact, and how social media is changing the conversation about aging. They also review the benefits that come with aging, the five dimensions of well being,  The Swiss Touch and The Green Thumb, and so much more. Do not pass up this golden opportunity to bask in the immense wisdom, knowledge, and advice that Dominique and Ellen have to share. The Finer Details of This Episode: Ellen and Dominique's personal and professional histories Wake Up, Shake Up Thrive - the business and the book How Ellen and Dominique came to work together Ageism and how it impacts business owners How social media is changing the way people talk about their age The increased experience and credibility that comes with age The five dimensions of well being The Swiss Touch and The Green thumb Quotes: “I have these people that come to me to change their job, and they're not well in their body, they don't feel good. They're either overweight or burned out.” “If we combine our forces, we can do that more -  impact and do something phenomenal for the world. And we did!” “We work a lot on bias through the values, through, you know, leaving a legacy behind, understanding how we function, and untapping the potential that we see in many people, and that sometimes they don't see, or is limited either by themselves or by the company where they work, or by education and the community where they live.” “We see a lot of commonalities between those two generations; the younger generation doesn't want to work in a certain way or live in a certain way, and our generation doesn't want to do that any longer.” “I think it's just interesting to note that we are coming in under diversity, equity and inclusion. And this isn't about belonging, just like race, or gender, or sexual preference. It's the same category of multicultural competency.” “It's not a number. It's a mindset.” “Two thirds of our book, it's very much referenced, based on science with all the people that we've studied and learned from.” “In every dimension, we touch on the sustainability aspect.” “We have grown so close that it's almost like a bright light for the future.”   Links:  She Doesn't Settle Podcast She Doesn't Settle - The Experience: www.kellytravis.net/sds  Instagram: www.instagram.com/shedoesntsettle/ One-on-One Coaching & Group Sessions Wake-Up, Shake-Up, Thrive Homepage Wake-Up, Shake-Up, Thrive Instagram Wake-Up, Shake-Up, Thrive Facebook Wake-Up, Shake-Up, Thrive LinkedIn Wake-Up, Shake-Up, Thrive Book

In this episode, I have the honour of interviewing the founder of Aware Parenting, Aletha Solter. Aletha is a Swiss/American developmental psychologist, mother of 2 grown children, international speaker, workshop leader and consultant. She studied with Dr Jean Piaget at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, where she earned her master's degree in human biology. She holds a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She has written several books which have been translated into many languages. Dr Solter is the founder of the Aware Parenting Institute and is recognised internationally as an expert on attachment, trauma, and non-punitive discipline. In this episode we discuss her latest book Healing your Traumatized Child. Dr Solter shares some of her considerable knowledge about trauma and how it impacts our children's bodies. She shares how trauma affects feelings and behaviour, and challenges some of the main misunderstandings about how to support children who have experienced trauma. She describes how children are born knowing how to heal and how parents can facilitate this natural biological healing mechanism. She shares how emotional safety, attachment play and supported crying in arms are all vital parts of this healing process. She shares what her research has shown about how adults can also heal from trauma. She shares how this approach has far-reaching impacts on society at large, to address many of the challenges we currently face in the world. To find out more about Aletha Solter, please visit www.awareparenting.com and her many books, including this one, are available from all online sellers. The Aware Parenting Institute is also on Facebook. I highly recommend all of her books.

Celebrate Winter: An Olympian's Stories of a Life in Nordic Skiing (Morton Trails, 2020) by John Morton is a wonderful look back at experiences and lessons learned from over 55 years of enjoying winter. Morton has attended ten Winter Olympic Games in various capacities: athlete, coach, team leader, chief of course, and fan. He was the Dartmouth College Nordic Ski coach for 11 years and has built recreational trails for the past 30 years with over 250 projects completed. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Celebrate Winter: An Olympian's Stories of a Life in Nordic Skiing (Morton Trails, 2020) by John Morton is a wonderful look back at experiences and lessons learned from over 55 years of enjoying winter. Morton has attended ten Winter Olympic Games in various capacities: athlete, coach, team leader, chief of course, and fan. He was the Dartmouth College Nordic Ski coach for 11 years and has built recreational trails for the past 30 years with over 250 projects completed. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

Celebrate Winter: An Olympian's Stories of a Life in Nordic Skiing (Morton Trails, 2020) by John Morton is a wonderful look back at experiences and lessons learned from over 55 years of enjoying winter. Morton has attended ten Winter Olympic Games in various capacities: athlete, coach, team leader, chief of course, and fan. He was the Dartmouth College Nordic Ski coach for 11 years and has built recreational trails for the past 30 years with over 250 projects completed. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

Celebrate Winter: An Olympian's Stories of a Life in Nordic Skiing (Morton Trails, 2020) by John Morton is a wonderful look back at experiences and lessons learned from over 55 years of enjoying winter. Morton has attended ten Winter Olympic Games in various capacities: athlete, coach, team leader, chief of course, and fan. He was the Dartmouth College Nordic Ski coach for 11 years and has built recreational trails for the past 30 years with over 250 projects completed. Robert Sherwood is a professor of history at Georgia Military College. He works on Swiss, Swiss-American and Sports History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Grief is a normal part of life, and how we grieve makes all the difference. Join hosts Montez Dove and Cedricia Thomas as they share their personal grief stories and how they are overcoming. In this episode, Montez and Cedricia discuss: The five stages of grief, When you grieve yourself, When others grieve you, How it's okay to ask for help, How to reframe loss, and How to transition grief into gratitude. Reference: Five Stages of Grief - Introduced by Swiss-American psychiatrist Elizabeth Kubler-Ross in her 1969 book on Death and Dying, which was inspired by her work with terminally ill patients. WikipediaGrief: deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death (Google)How to Grieve the Person You Used to Be, Shelby Forsythia1. Take an identity inventory.What about your old self—precisely—are you grieving?2. Resist the urge to sanctify or vilify your old self.It's easy to try to separate from the person you used to be by making them into an image of perfection and happiness that you desperately want to. Acknowledge that your old self was human—containing both bad and good—and the person you're becoming will be human too.3. Create a ritual for grieving your old self.One “upside” of society's lack of ritual surrounding grieving your old self is that you have complete freedom to invent your own! Consider DIY-ing a grief ritual to suit the way you prefer to process your grief. 4. Remember that all is not lost.It might help you to remember that all is not lost; there are pieces of you that companion you across your lifetime. You still have some ground left to stand on.5. Introduce yourself to your new self.6. Practice living as your new self through self-compassionate trial-and-error.Like a pair of worn-out shoes or jeans that are eight sizes too small. Show yourself mercy and gentleness as you try on new identities after loss. There's no pressure to decide all of who you are today.“Do not sit still; start moving now. In the beginning, you may not go in the direction you want, but as long as you are moving, you are creating alternatives and possibilities.” — RODOLFO COSTAJoin Through the Fire Podcast on Facebook @throughthefirepodcasts and Instagram @throughthefirepodcastFor more on Cedricia Thomas, follow her on Instagram and Facebook @cedriciathomasFor more on Montez Dove, follow her on Instagram @thepoeticinsp and Facebook @MontezDove or visit thepoeticinspirations.com

Leon Botstein is a Swiss-American conductor, educator, and scholar serving as the President of Bard College since 1975. He is also the Leon Levy Professor in the Arts and Humanities at Bard. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toby-usnik/support

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, Sabina Spielrein či Karen Horney? Nič Vám to nehovorí? Ani mne tieto mená nič nehovorili, ale po vypočutí tohto dielu to napravíme. Tip na knihu: On Death and Dying, Swiss-American psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

The brainchild of Manuel Gagneux, Zeal & Ardor have gained global praise for its blend of extreme music with delta blues and spiritual gospel music. But does the Swiss-American continue to push the envelope of what heavy metal can be with Zeal & Ardor's self-titled album? Find out what Matt and Zach think in Epic Footnote Productions' “2 Minutes to Review,” a podcast that's part album review and part competition. In each episode, both hosts are given two minutes each to review a newly released album or a classic record they're revisiting. Whoever gives the longest review in under two minutes wins.   Available to stream on any platform you can imagine found here: https://linktr.ee/epicfootnote!    Sponsored by:   - Lucky 13 Beard Co.: head over to https://lucky13beardco.com/ and listen to this episode for a special code that will give you 10% OFF your order of quality, made-to-order beard care products! And also try our VERY OWN beard oil inspired by the legendary Lemmy Kilmister: https://lucky13beardco.com/products/1oz-beard-oil-lemmy    - Rootless Coffee Co.: head over to https://rootlesscoffee.com/ and listen to this episode for a special code that will give you 15% OFF your order of coffee blends that break free from boring.    #ZealAndArdor #AlbumReview #NewMusic #ManuelGagneux #Metal #BlackMetal #DeltaBlues #Gospel #Soul #AvantGardeMetal #AfricanAmericanSpirituals

John Mikton (Former ASIJ Tech Coach 2000-2005) Deputy Principal at the International School of Luxembourg I am a bi national Swiss-American born and raised in Switzerland, in the Nyon area, and grew up in a bilingual home with an American father and Swiss Mother, and was educated in Switzerland and England, I studied in the United States for my Bachelor's, Teaching Certification and Masters. Currently I am the Head of Education and Media Technology/ Deputy Principal at the International School of Luxembourg. I am a trainer and course designer at the Principal Training Center and Teacher Training Center. , a Learning2 Community Coach and trainer at the Institut de formation de l'Éducation nationale du Luxembourg. I have 25 years experience working in Education and Media Technology and 17 years as a Leadership Team member in International Schools.( International School of Tanganyika, Western Academy of Beijing, American School in Japan, International School of Prague, Inter Community School Zurich and currently in Luxembourg) I share my learning and passion for digital fluency at : https://beyonddigital.org https://digitallife.live/ I also co-host a podcast focused on international education, innovation, creativity, and learning https://www.theinternationalschoolspodcast.coma TIMESTAMP 1:27 - Introduction 3:36 - An introduction to Japanese/Asian culture, moving to San Francisco 6:08 - Being part of the JET program at Saitama, Japan 9:20 - Going back to Japan to work at ASIJ 11:22 - International school faculty/schools lack of or success in integrating with local cultures 17:53 - is the "lifer" teacher who stays in one country for 20-30 years something of the past? 22:16 - IB v AP 27:13 - The International Schools Podcast 29:25 - Tech at school - how has COVID affected remote learning? 35:57 - What is to come for John

These last few weeks I said the most difficult goodbye of my life as I watched my father's health fade and he passed on to the next chapter in his life.I have to say that despite the cold hard facts, that he was 87 and that he had a myriad of significant health problems, I had a difficult time adjusting to the reality.  And I was forced to say my goodbyes.This situation made me think about the times in our lives when we have to say goodbye. And how we approach them. Goodbyes defined, are used to express good wishes when parting or the end of a conversation. To the most perfunctory-- the walking out the door at the beginning of our day, or hanging up the phone, exiting a remote meeting. Where its mindless, no real effort, no reflection. It's automatic and easy.To the much more significant-- saying so long to friendships that no longer serve us or leaving jobs or roles that are holding us back. From brief, hasty and fleeting to the more careful, thorough, exhaustive, and sorrowful.So of course, my brain has been spinning as I think about the lessons here. And sometimes, our reluctance to say goodbye.You know those grief stages? By Elizabeth Kubler Ross?  She was a Swiss-American psychiatrist and pioneer in death studies, I discovered her in college. Her internationally best selling book, On Death and Dying (1969) identified the 5 stages of grief.Ironically, I've used these too in change leadership classes, as many of the stages are relevant as well for how we go through change personally or professionally.  Denial, resistance, exploration, and acceptance? We go through them all not only when we are grieving, but when we are changing and evolving.  And as you consider your life in its current state. What goodbyes are there left unsaid? And more importantly, what's holding you back? Are there relationships that you are reluctant to end or a role you're unwilling to let go of? Are you afraid to say farewell? And if so, why?Are you in denial about the state of affairs?  Ironically, denial is the stage that can initially help you survive the change.  Whether the loss of someone, or your identify, your role. It means feelings are coming to the surface. And once they do, you can do something with them. Which brings us next to anger and this is an interesting one, because where or who is the target of the anger. In a job is it others, or is it you for not setting boundaries of whatever is creating the dissatisfaction? Feeling stuck and unfulfilled? Or by someone else's expectation of you? As you reach the exploration stage…it's about opening yourself up to the possibility.  Yes it will be hard, and there will be loss, but also you may start considering the gains.  How will you benefit from the goodbye? This stage moves you forward.And this is the saying goodbye. The willingness to acknowledge the time is right, and the knowing that the time is never right is it?  So my question for you today is this.  Is there a goodbye you're reluctant to say, but you know it needs to be said.  Not that you have to say it, but merely explore it so you make a conscious choice. For now. Be open to examining your mindset and how your choice is affecting you.Because I know too, when I've worked through the anger and the depression, there is a light out there. No matter how distant, I start to move towards it. And I find some peace.Goodbye dad.

Peachie and Marina talk about global financial planning and some things to think about before becoming a US citizen. Learn about tax requirements, financial considerations and insurance planning if you are a Swiss American living in the US or a Swiss citizen living in the US. Curious about Comilonas?

For years, “delebrities” — which refer to the continued licensing of the names and images of dead celebrities, helped rake in millions of dollars for advertising and marketing purposes. In showbiz, they've also been utilized from beyond the grave to maintain the integrity of a film in progress.  Back when Furious 7 was still in the works, fans all over the world mourned the untimely passing of Paul Walker. In an effort to remain true to the spirit of the film. Director James Wan decided to hire a digital effects studio to insert Walker's likeness into the last parts of the movie. 350 CGI shots of the late actor, with distant shots of his brother, helped bring his character's arc as well as the movie into completion. This trend isn't limited to deceased celebrities. Recently, the DeepNostalgia app brought tons of netizens to tears as they watched old family photos of loved ones come alive in just a few clicks. It's brought looking to pictures, text chats, and other content of our deceased loved ones for comfort to a different level. If this is a glimpse into what life after death can promise for the ones who've been left behind, how will tech professionalists, programmers, and data scientists navigate the ethics of preserving the name, image, and likeness of the deceased?  In Loving Memory: In this podcast, we mention how important it is to collect information and knowledge gathered in the past, and forward it in the most efficient manner. Ultimately, the purpose of technology has always been to enhance our capabilities by opening doors to new and exciting possibilities. We've been capable of introducing a better quality of life through the introduction of blockchain technology in the global logistics industry, online banking and cryptocurrency for the unbanked in developing countries across the world, and cloud storage for businesses around the world. What's contentious about this is the intent behind our usage of such technologies. These machines have yet to find a way to operate autonomously and on their own goals; it's always an extension of our desires and needs. Grief and loss have always been difficult aspects of our existence. However, with the introduction of these technologies, the permanence of their death is brought into question. What if we could create new memories with the artificial likeness of our deceased loved ones?  Meaningfully Processing Our Grief: The modern understanding of how we process grief, which can be attributed to Swiss-American scientist Elizabeth Kübler-Ross, laid out the general roadmap: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and finally, acceptance. There is no question about whether we can develop technologies powerful enough to emulate our deceased loved ones. However, there certainly is contention about whether it would help us come to terms with their passing. A common concern, should these technologies proliferate, is whether it would hinder the grieving from making it past the first stage of denial — where they choose instead to cling to a false, preferable reality.  To add to the confusion, progress does not always take a linear path. It is possible for some people to cope well with the loss of a loved one for extended periods of time, only to relapse aggressively into nostalgic and even self-destructive behaviors when they are exposed to a trigger that brings them back to such a painful point in their life.  Closing Thoughts - Human Psychology and Experience: When such a visceral reminder of people who have had a strong impact on our lives can become a lingering possibility, the temptation to relapse becomes more tangible. How can these technologies be used to improve the way we process our grief? As is with any other man-made creation, understanding and regulating the impact of our work is just as important as turning the potential of what we make into reality. We live in exciting times and we are, doubtlessly, privileged to have our lives improved by the presence of the latest scientific innovations. Whether we can continue to remain at the helm of our own progress remains to be seen. Our response to these possibilities may define what it means to live out one of the most pivotal parts of the authentic human experience: the aspect of our lives that is associated with human psychology and moving on, and the painful learning process that everybody inevitably has to deal with. How far would you go to bring back someone you love? www.tartle.co   Tcast is brought to you by TARTLE. 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This powerful episode is an unselfish gift that Glenn shares with you. Exposing his sincerity and vulnerability, with trust and honesty, Glenn shares his life-changing experience to help you rethink and reimagine the meaning of your time. Glenn's experience will leave you excited to reclaim and repurpose what you do with your time, who you spend it with and how you ensure more value for yourself and those around you. Show notes 1. The episode references the process outlining 5 stages of grief from Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, formally known as ‘The five stages of grief model (or the Kübler-Ross model), in her 1969 book ‘On Death and Dying', the Swiss-American psychiatrist documents a model from her research that those experiencing grief go through a series of five emotions:  - Denial - Anger - Bargaining,  - Depression, and  - Acceptance Wikipedia link - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Five_stages_of_grief  2. Google ZMOT > https://www.thinkwithgoogle.com/marketing-strategies/micro-moments/zero-moment-truth/  3. In the episode, Glenn asks: "What is your threshold for Time?" and requires the definition of time. Googling the definition of the word ‘threshold', this is what you get: "the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction, phenomenon, result, or condition to occur or be manifested. " What is it that will make you stop your world to analyse what you do with your time, how much do you waste, where does it go, are you happy with how you spend it?  4. How Timeboxing/Time blocking works - What is the timeboxing technique? Here is a quick guide and soundbite: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeboxing  https://clockify.me/timeboxing  https://www.lucidchart.com/blog/what-is-timeboxing  5. In the summary of timeboxing Glenn mentioned Nir Eyal's book called 'Indistractable', specifically go to chapter 9 at 6:30minutes.  Glenn highly recommends the book, especially in today's digital world for individuals, parents, business professionals, there are nuggets of great advice and tips for everyone about how to stay focused and avoid the digital distractions devices and modern times force upon us today:  https://www.amazon.com.au/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/1526619296/ref=sr_1_2    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a double feature in this week's Off the Shelf with ISC! In today's episode of Off the Shelf, ISC Ensemble Member, Sam Breen, reads to you the humorous tales of Mark Twain's "The Wary Prayer," and "A Dog's Tale." Sam Breen is a Swiss/American actor, writer and educator and ISC company member. He has performed at The La Jolla Playhouse, The American Repertory Theater, PACT Zolverein (Germany), The Edinburgh Fringe Festival. His Los Angeles credits include: Macbeth at Antaeus, The Three Musketeers at Theatricum Botanicum, Flesh Eating Tiger at Highways. His Independent Shakespeare Company credits include: Mark Antony in Julius Caesar, Oberon in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Good Angel in Faustus, and the title role in the upcoming production of Macbeth. When asked why he chose these stories to read for Off the Shelf, Sam responded, “I’ve always loved Mark Twain's writing, but recording these narration pieces gave me the opportunity to discover his beautiful short stories for the first time. His writing is layered yet wonderfully accessible, idiosyncratic but with broad implications. The War Prayer is a snarky commentary about the fanfare. A Dog’s Tale is a touching story told from the point of view of a St-Bernard/Collie mix.” Enjoy this week's whimsical, waggish Art Break. Follow us! Website: www.iscla.org Instagram & Twitter: @indyshakes Facebook: Independent Shakespeare Co.

Artist and art historian LUCIENNE ALLEN was born into a family of artists, and in her case rather accomplished and famous artists. Her grandmother was Lucienne Bloch, the widely renowned muralist, photographer and sculptor. She had a close friendship with Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera and together they formed a mutual admiration society that lasted a lifetime. If you’re a Frida or Diego fan, this is a talk that should interest you. Lucienne’s great-grandfather was a name familiar to most Classical music lovers-: Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch.So listen in for a unique perspective on Frida, Diego, and what it's like to do the super nice work of keeping your family legacy burning bright. > The greatest book written by a 9-year-old in ever> Lucienne Bloch> Ernest Bloch> Frank Lloyd Wright> Frida Kahlo> Diego Rivera> Mark Ryden> Common Misperceptions about Frida Kahlo> Old Stage Studios NICE LINKSAmazing Lucienne + Frida Photos: https://www.instagram.com/luciennebloch/Lucienne Allen on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lucienne_allen/

Lauren Wetmore interviews Swiss American curator and writer Alexandra Stock about her scathing critique of Christophe Büchel's 2019 Venice Biennale project Barca Nostra. Published that same year by the independent Egyptian online newspaper Mada Masr, Stock's "The Privileged, Violent Stunt That is the Venice Biennale Boat Project" decries an “artworld that repels all criticism of it,” and describes the repercussion of being one of the first voices to publicly denouncing this high-profile artwork.

Lauren Wetmore interviews Swiss American curator and writer Alexandra Stock about her scathing critique of Christophe Büchel’s 2019 Venice Biennale project Barca Nostra. Published that same year by the independent Egyptian online newspaper Mada Masr, Stock’s "The Privileged, Violent Stunt That is the Venice Biennale Boat Project" decries an “artworld that repels all criticism of it,” and describes the repercussion of being one of the first voices to publicly denouncing this high-profile artwork.

In a small alpine village Stella contemplates her strange life and origins as a number of mysterious events unfold around her. Stella's Constellation is a magical realist story by Swiss American author TAK Erzinger.In Stella’s Constellation by TAK Erzinger you heard Sadie Pepperrell as Stella,Simone Low as the NarratorMarie Claire Wood as LagrimasRhys Anderson as Jurgen Music, sound design, direction and soundscapes were by Chris GregoryNana De Falla was sung by Marie-Claire WoodSound effects were from freesound.orgThe presenter in this edition is Kelli WinklerTAK Erzinger is an American/Swiss poet and artist with a Colombian background. Her poetry has been featured in Bien Acompañada from Cornell University, The Muse from McMaster University, The Galway Review, River South from Wilkes University and more. Her debut poetry collection entitled, “Found: Between the Trees” was published by Grey Border Books, in Canada in 2019 and her forthcoming poetry book “At the Foot of the Mountain” is being published by Floricanto Press. The audio drama you just heard, “Stella’s Constellation” is an excerpt from a book she is currently writing under the same title, inspired by magical realism and the folklore of South America and central Europe. She lives in a Swiss valley with her husband and cats. You can find out more about TAK by visiting her website and following her on social media https://takerzinger.wixsite.com/poetAnd follow her on twitter https://twitter.com/ErzTakAnd Instagram https://www.instagram.com/takerzinger/You can follow Alternative Stories on twitter here https://twitter.com/StoriesAltAnd on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/stories.alt/And contact us by email on office@alternativestories.com To book a place on our Writing for Audio Drama Course with Pen To Print please follow this linkhttps://pentoprint.org/eventbrite-event/pen-to-print-an-introduction-to-writing-for-audio-drama-with-chris-gregory/And to enter the Pen To Print competition to write an audio drama click here https://pentoprint.org/get-involved/competitions/In the coming weeks on alternative stories we have poetry, conversation and more audio drama for you. Our poetry content for season 4 will begin with a podcast featuring Katrina Naomi and also include poems from Gregory Leadbetter and Geraldine Clarkson in the coming weeks. We have a discussion on folklore and its relevance to modern audiences coming soon as well as new audio drama from Chris Beckett, Emily Inkpen, Fiona Mountain and Anna Chorlton. Subscribe to Alternative Stories and Fake Realities in your favourite podcast app to have all new editions delivered directly to your feed and to gain access to our growing library of drama, poetry and fiction podcasts.

Last week’s U.S. Treasury yield highs recede with stock futures rising sharply. Sentiment has been partially boosted by higher prospects for stimulus with President Biden urging Senate to pass his $1.9tn Covid-19 stimulus bill after it was approved by the House of Representatives. Legendary investor Warren Buffett warns to “never bet against America” in his annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder letter. Buffett announced he had bought close to $25bn of the company’s own shares in 2020. Meanwhile, weak export demand and continuing virus outbreaks have reduced Chinese factory activity to its slowest pace in nine months. And in tech news, Swiss-American computer software giant Logitech increases its full-year outlook on a predicted spike in pandemic-related sales.

There is a lot going on in the world right now. A lot of people are hurting. In today's chat, I wanted to talk about recognizing that grieving is a process and if you can recognize where you are in this process, you just may be able to move through it faster and with less pain. By getting to the point where you have more good days than bad ones, you can get to the point where you are doing things to give yourself a more positive future. While there are many models on grieving, today I'll talk about one called "The Five Stages of Grief", or simply "The Five Stages". This model has it's foundation in work done by a Swiss-American psychiatrist named Elizabeth Kubler-Ross. Hence, some also call this the Kubler-Ross curve. Before we jump into the five stages, it is important to note that this is not a linear model. Meaning, people don't necessarily experience it in steps 1 through 5. In fact, it is quite common for people to move back and forth across the 5 stages, and for some, some may never experience all five stages on a particular loss. Grief is different for everyone. That is the first step though in helping you to move through all stages. Understand that there is a process and recognizing where you are in that process and what the end of that process looks like. The five stages are: - Denial - Anger - Bargaining - Depression - Acceptance My goal for this chat it to hopefully help anyone grieving for any reason to help you to get through your grief by sharing the 5 stages. In doing so, if you can recognize what stage you are in, that is the beginning of you moving toward acceptance and hopes for a more positive future. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stu-chang/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stu-chang/support

In this final episode of our Past Life Regression mini-series, we talk about the multi-layers of the spirit realm. Doug's many years of PLR work has given him a special insight into the spirit realm and he gives us a very interesting and original interpretation of the 'inter-life space'. In particular, we discuss his views on what happens to the soul when we go into the light at the end of a past life. In this episode Doug makes the following references: The late Elisabeth Kübler-Ross was a Swiss-American psychiatrist, pioneer in near-death studies, and author of best-seller 'On Death and Dying', where she first discussed her theory of the five stages of grief, aka the "Kübler-Ross model". https://www.ekrfoundation.org/ Philosopher, psychologist, physician and author Raymond Moody, is most widely known for his books about life after death and near-death experiences, a term he coined in 1975 in his best-selling book Life After Life. The American's research explores what happens when a person dies. https://lifeafterlife.com/ Psychology Professor Kenneth Ring, Ph.D., is an authority on near-death experiences on which he has written about extensively including the best selling 'Lessons From The Light'. www.kenring.org For more information about Doug's Past Life Regression courses and sessions please visit https://www.dougbuckingham.com/past-life-regression-london/?v=79cba1185463

“People are like stained glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.” Words from Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, a Swiss-American psychiatrist which are significant in terms of today's episode about being lost photographically and creatively during 2020. If you have any thoughts or comments about this episode be sure to email: studio@photographydaily.show This show is supported by MPB.com 

Marina Hernández is the founder of Swiss American Wealth Advisors, an independent RIA that specializes in working with cross-border Swiss-American expatriates. Marina’s model is unique because her niche allows her to work with next-generation clients and face little to no competition, all while commanding sizable financial planning fees from clients. In this episode, Marina shares how she has made her chosen niche work for her, how cross-border planning can be exceptionally complex (especially when it comes to taxation), and how the U.S. has placed extra layers of tax reporting on expatriates to prevent money laundering and foreign tax cheats. She also shares her very unique journey to launching her own firm, how she manages to keep her workflow efficient despite the challenges her specialization creates, and how some of her biggest obstacles were those that were least expected. For show notes and more visit: https://www.kitces.com/205

**** Special Collaboration: Viollaz Giftbox x Brillantes This week, Brillantes is receiving the support of Viollaz Giftbox. And a few weeks away from Christmas, I'm sure it can be very useful for you...Viollaz Giftbox creates and prepares for you beautiful gift boxes, filled with love and tastefully selected products, for newborns, mothers or young parents. And you will even find the excellent chocolates La Flor, produced in Zurich by my guest of today, Laura Schälchli. If you are interested, the link of the website is the following: https://viollaz.ch/. Viollaz Giftbox even offers 10 francs to the listeners of this episode, with the code "BRILLANTES", in capital letters.****Episode #14 with Laura Schälchli (Sobre Mesa, La Flor)To find her, all you have to do is go to the fresh market on Zurich's Helvetia Platz very early in the morning... Laura Schälchli knows all the producers by their first names and comes to buy her food for the week, always fresh, local and seasonal. The slow food advocate then runs to her office, the Zurich chocolate factory, La Flor.In this discussion, you will find out what pushed the young designer to change her career plans and devote herself to food. In 2014, Laura creates Sobre Mesa, and offers different classes with one ambition: to reintroduce people to the pleasure of eating well and to teach the value of food and the benefits of cooking... With Laura, we talk about organic and local agriculture, about supermarkets and fresh markets, about vegetarianism and animal blood, or about the scandals that lies behind bananas and chocolate production.We also talk about her journey as an entrepreneur and in particular about her latest creation, La Flor. An ethical chocolate factory, in the heart of Zurich, which aim is to produce a qualitative and tasteful chocolate, respectful of the environment...A small revolution in the country which produces more than 10% of the world chocolate market. I really enjoyed this rich conversation, full of good tips for anyone interested in what they put on their plate. I recommend it to you very warmly - especially before the holiday season.... So plug in your headphones and enjoy! [Photo: Lukas Lienhard, https://lukaslienhardphotographer.allyou.net/]Time codes 04:58 The fascination for sparkling eyes… and passionate people 06:30 Getting into the food culture in Italy, which her grandparents 08:17 Moving to New York to study designDiscovering the “Slow Food” movement 09:58 From design to gastronomy - Growing an interest for food and sustainability 13:47 Discovering the “Slow Food” movement, and moving to Italy to study it16:10 Coming back to Switzerland: the Zurich gastronomy scene 17:19 How to promote slow food as consumers 18:35 Getting your food directly at the farmers, at the Fresh market 21:44 How to get the best prices on the fresh markets 24:03 Bio vs local: being aware of energy and transport 26:00 Should vegans eat chocolate or bananas? Becoming an entrepeneur 28:55 Learning as an employee 31:57 Starting Sobre Mesa and becoming an entrepreneur 34:48 Finding a financial stability 36:13 Sobre Mesa: when table talks last hours and hours 36:54 From fermentation to wine courses39:46 Eating animals… and cooking with their blood La Flor: a transparent chocolate factory at the heart of Zurich 44:52 Developing the transparent chocolate factory in Zurich, ‘La Flor’ 47:05 A new comer in the world largest chocolate market 50:00 An industry plagued by environmental and social scandals51:32 How Switzerland transformed chocolate into a candy 54:11 Trying to develop La Flor, as sustainable as possible General questions 56:46 The importance of the network, and sisterhood in gastronomy 01:00 Final questions Links and references To follow Laura: Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/laura-sch%C3%A4lchli-65a6905/To follow Sobre Mesa Website: www.sobre-mesa.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/sobremesa_ch/Facebook: www.facebook.com/sobremesach/To follow La Flor Website: https://laflor.ch/deInstagram: www.instagram.com/foraus/?hl=frFacebook: www.facebook.com/forausthinktankPeople Laura is mentioning during the episode : Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, Swiss-American psychiatrist and pioneer in near death studies https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elisabeth_K%C3%BCbler-RossLauren Wildbolz, laurenwildbolz.ch/Ivo Müller www.linkedin.com/in/ivo-m%C3%BCller-403642ab/?originalSubdomain=chAlessandra Roversi: www.linkedin.com/in/aroversi/?originalSubdomain=chMadelyne Meyer - find the Brillantes episode here: open.spotify.com/episode/3ijVPCxaEy3sbVGxonAYsrRestaurants and producersWirtschaft am Franz: www.wirtschaftimfranz.ch/Kle restaurant: listen to the episode with Zizi Hattab: open.spotify.com/episode/1v5vSOBxOiUPp6d1FMtMLC?si=iyXZX2n-T2SuMESEBdWY8wRestaurant Jakob, Rapperswil (closed) Farmer Matthias Rollenstein: www.slowgrow.ch/Help me grow up Brillantes! 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In this episode of DME Intern Podcast, we have our special guest Duncan McGuigan. Duncan is a Swiss American citizen and currently attends Portland State. Both of Duncan's parents are artists which may have influenced Duncan to work in different fields, such as art, education, and food service. Duncan is a European studies Major and wants to pursue a master degree in Berlin when he graduates. He wants to work in International Affairs or Public Relations (PR), preferably in Germany. Duncan hopes what he is learning from the DME internship can “solidify me as a responsible, capable adult.”

Near Death Experiences Near death experience, or NDE is an unusual, profound, personal experience taking place on the brink of death and recounted by a person after recovery, typically an out-of-body experience or a vision of a tunnel of light. Supposedly, when these experiences are positive, they may encompass a variety of sensations including detachment from the body, feelings of levitation, total serenity, security, warmth, the experience of absolute dissolution, and the presence of a light. When they’re considered negative, these experiences may include sensations of anguish distress or peeing your pants.  Of course, we’re going to get super nerdy here so bear with us while Jeff snores in the background. Some explanations for NDEs range from scientific to religious. Oh boy! Neuroscience research suggests that an NDE is a subjective phenomenon resulting from "disturbed bodily multisensory integration" that occurs during life-threatening events, as per Olaf Blanke’s 2009 book, “The Neurology of Consciousness”, while some transcendental and religious beliefs about an afterlife include descriptions similar to NDEs. The French term “expérience de mort imminente” which isn’t a delicious French dip sandwich, actually means “experience of imminent death” and was proposed by French psychologist and epistemologist Victor Egger as a result of discussions in the 1890s among philosophers and psychologists concerning climbers' stories of the panoramic life review during falls. Yes. falls. In 1892 a series of subjective observations by workers falling from scaffolds, war soldiers who suffered injuries, climbers who had fallen from heights or other individuals who had come close to death (like driving in a car with Moody) was reported by Albert Heim. This was also the first time the phenomenon was described as clinical syndrome. In 1968 Celia Green published an analysis of 400 first-hand accounts of out-of-body experiences in her book, boringly and obviously called “Out-of-the-body Experiences”.  This was the first attempt to provide a classification of such experiences, viewed simply as anomalous perceptual experiences, or hallucinations. In 1969, Swiss-American psychiatrist and pioneer in near-death studies Elisabeth Kubler-Ross published her groundbreaking book On Death and Dying: What the dying have to teach doctors, nurses, clergy, and their own families. Fuck! These book names are so long! These experiences were also popularized by the work of psychiatrist Raymond Moody, which may or may not be Moody’s drunken uncle,  in 1975 coined the term "near-death experience" (NDE) as an umbrella term for the different elements (out of body experiences, the "panoramic life review," the Light, the tunnel, or the border). Also, The term "near-death experience" had already been used by John C. Lilly in 1972. Ok, let’s talk about some common traits of near death experiences. Researchers have identified the common traits that define near-death experiences, according to Mauro, James Mauro in his book "Bright lights, big mystery.” Bruce Greyson argues that the general features of the experience include impressions of being outside one's physical body, visions of deceased relatives and religious figures, and transcendence of egotic and spatiotemporal boundaries. At this point, Some if you and especially Jeff are asking “what in the fuck is spatiotemporal boundaries!?!” Well, that shit refers to perception of continuous contours, shape, and global motion from sequential transformations of widely separated surface elements. How such minimal information in SBF can produce whole forms and the nature of the computational processes involved remain mysterious. YA GOT ALL THAT?!  Many common elements have been reported, although the person's interpretation of these events, obviously, often corresponds with the cultural, philosophical, or religious beliefs of the person experiencing it. For example, in the US, where 46% of the population believes in guardian angels, they will often be identified as angels or deceased loved ones (or will be unidentified), while Hindus will often identify them as messengers of the god of death, according to the Bruce Greyson book “The handbook of near-death experiences thirty years of investigation” and Mary J. Kennard‘s book, "A Visit from an Angel". Interestingly, NDEs are no more likely to occur in devout believers than in secular or nonpracticing subjects. A 2017 study by two researchers at the University of Virginia raised the question of whether the paradox of enhanced cognition occurring alongside compromised brain function during an NDE could be written off as a flight of imagination. The researchers administered a questionnaire to 122 people who reported NDEs. They asked them to compare memories of their experiences with those of both real and imagined events from about the same time. The results suggest that the NDEs were recalled with greater vividness and detail than either real or imagined situations were. In short, the NDEs were remembered as being “realer than real.” Ok, now! Some Common traits that have been reported by NDErs are as follows: A sense/awareness of being dead. A sense of peace, well-being and painlessness. Positive emotions. A sense of removal from the world. An out-of-body experience. A perception of one's body from an outside position, sometimes observing medical professionals performing resuscitation efforts. A "tunnel experience" or entering a darkness. A sense of moving up, or through, a passageway or staircase. A rapid movement toward and/or sudden immersion in a powerful light (or "Being of Light") which communicates with the person. An intense feeling of unconditional love and acceptance. Encountering "Beings of Light", "Beings dressed in white", or similar. Also, the possibility of being reunited with deceased loved ones. Receiving a life review, commonly referred to as "seeing one's life flash before one's eyes". Approaching a border or a decision by oneself or others to return to one's body, often accompanied by a reluctance to return. Suddenly finding oneself back inside one's body. Connection to the cultural beliefs held by the individual, which seem to dictate some of the phenomena experienced in the NDE and particularly the later interpretation thereof. Let’s now talk about the Stages of a NDEKenneth Ring subdivided the NDE on a five-stage continuum. The subdivisions were:[21] PeaceBody separationEntering darknessSeeing the lightEntering the light Charlotte Martial, a neuropsychologist from the University of Liège and University Hospital of Liège who led a team that investigated 154 different NDE cases, concluded that there is not a fixed sequence of events. So, basically, she’s like “fuck that other guy.” Kenneth Ring also argues that attempted suicides do not lead more often to unpleasant NDEs than unintended near-death situations. But, you know how Charlotte Martial feels about that dude and his shitty opinions.  In one series of NDE's, 22% occurred during general anesthesia. The underlying neurological sequence of events in a near-death experience is difficult to determine with any precision because of the dizzying variety of ways in which the brain can be damaged. Furthermore, NDEs do not strike when the individual is lying inside a magnetic scanner or has his or her scalp covered by a net of electrodes! Interesting…Ok so what exactly happened to your brain during an NDE?  It is possible to gain some idea of what happens by examining a cardiac arrest, in which the heart stops beating (the patient is “coding,” in hospital jargon). The patient has not died, because the heart can be jump-started via cardiopulmo-nary resuscitation.     Modern death requires irreversible loss of brain function. When the brain is starved of blood flow (ischemia) and oxygen (anoxia), the patient faints in a fraction of a minute and his or her electroencephalogram, or EEG, becomes isoelectric—in other words, flat. This implies that large-scale, spatially distributed electrical activity within the cortex, the outermost layer of the brain, has broken down. Like a town that loses power one neighborhood at a time, local regions of the brain go offline one after another. Similar to Jon's brain on a Saturday night after drinking alot or maybe like all of us when we do our high movie review! The mind, whose substrate is whichever neurons remain capable of generating electrical activity, does what it always does: it tells a story shaped by the person’s experience, memory and cultural expectations. Given these power outages, this experience may produce the rather strange and idiosyncratic stories that make up the corpus of NDE reports. To the person undergoing it, the NDE is as real as anything the mind produces during normal waking. When the entire brain has shut down because of complete power loss, the mind is extinguished, along with consciousness. If and when oxygen and blood flow are restored, the brain boots up, and the narrative flow of experience resumes. Scientists have videotaped, analyzed and dissected the loss and subsequent recovery of consciousness in highly trained individuals—U.S. test pilots and NASA astronauts in centrifuges during the cold war (recall the scene in the 2018 movie First Man of a stoic Neil Armstrong, played by Ryan Gosling, being spun in a multiaxis trainer until he passes out). Or like Jon on the Tilt A Whirl.  At around five times the force of gravity, the cardiovascular system stops delivering blood to the brain, and the pilot faints. About 10 to 20 seconds after these large g-forces cease, consciousness returns, accompanied by a comparable interval of confusion and disorientation (subjects in these tests are obviously very fit and pride themselves on their self-control). The range of phenomena these men recount may amount to “NDE lite”—tunnel vision and bright lights; a feeling of awakening from sleep, including partial or complete paralysis; a sense of peaceful floating; out-of-body experiences; sensations of pleasure and even euphoria; and short but intense dreams, often involving conversations with family members, that remain vivid to them many years afterward. These intensely felt experiences, triggered by a specific physical insult, typically do not have any religious character (perhaps because participants knew ahead of time that they would be stressed until they fainted). By their very nature, NDEs are not readily amenable to well-controlled laboratory experimentation, cus you know, who the fuck would willingly want to be killed just to try and be brought back and see if they have any NDE. This isn't Flatliners people come on. It may be possible, however,  to study aspects of them in the humble lab mouse—maybe it, too, can experience a review of lifetime memories or euphoria before death. Many neurologists have noted similarities between NDEs and the effects of a class of epileptic events known as complex partial seizures. These fits partially impair consciousness and often are localized to specific brain regions in one hemisphere. They can be preceded by an aura, which is a specific experience unique to an individual patient that is predictive of an incipient attack. The seizure may be accompanied by changes in the perceived sizes of objects; unusual tastes, smells or bodily feelings; déjà vu; depersonalization; or ecstatic feelings. Episodes featuring the last items on this list are also clinically known as Dostoyevsky’s seizures, after the late 19th-century Russian writer Fyodor Dostoyevsky, who suffered from severe temporal lobe epilepsy. More than 150 years later neurosurgeons are able to induce such ecstatic feelings by electrically stimulating part of the cortex called the insula in epileptic patients who have electrodes implanted in their brain. This procedure can help locate the origin of the seizures for possible surgical removal. Patients report bliss, enhanced well-being, and heightened self-awareness or perception of the external world. Exciting the gray matter elsewhere can trigger out-of-body experiences or visual hallucinations. This brute link between abnormal activity patterns—whether induced by the spontaneous disease process or controlled by a surgeon’s electrode—and subjective experience provides support for a biological, not spiritual, origin. The same is likely to be true for NDEs. Why the mind should experience the struggle to sustain its operations in the face of loss of blood flow and oxygen as positive and blissful rather than as panic-inducing remains mysterious, especially since life sucks so bad. It is intriguing, though, that the outer limit of the spectrum of human experience encompasses other occasions in which reduced oxygen causes pleasurable feelings of jauntiness, light-headedness and heightened arousal—deepwater diving, high-altitude climbing, flying, the choking or fainting game, and, in Jeff's case, sexual asphyxiation. (After-effects) NDEs are often associated with changes in personality and outlook on life, according to James Mauro. Ring has identified a consistent set of value and belief changes associated with people who have had a near-death experience. Among these changes, he found a greater appreciation for life, higher self-esteem, greater compassion for others, less concern for acquiring material wealth, a heightened sense of purpose and self-understanding, desire to learn, elevated spirituality, greater ecological sensitivity and planetary concern, and a feeling of being more intuitive. However, not all after-effects are beneficial according to the book by RM Orne titled "The meaning of survival: the early aftermath of a near-death experience" and Greyson describes circumstances where changes in attitudes and behavior can lead to psychosocial and psychospiritual problems. Here are some actual near death experiences taken from the book “Beyond The Light” by P.M.H Atwater Jazmyne Cidavia-DeRepentigny of Hull Georgia.  She died on the operating table during surgery in late 1979.  "I must say that this experience was quite unsettling to say the least.  I was floating over my body.  I could see and hear everything that was being said and done.  I left the room for a short while and then returned to where my body lay.  I knew why I died.  It was because I couldn't breathe.  There was a tube down my throat and the medical staff did not have an oxygen mask on my nose.  I had also been given too much anesthetic. "In my out-of-body state, I'm using my mind to try and make my right arm and hand move - my arms are extended parallel to my physical body.  I want my right hand to move, any thing to move.  I was trying to pull the tube out of my mouth.  I looked down at my face and tears were streaming.  One of the nurses blotted the tears from my face but she didn't notice my breathing had stopped, nor did she see me next to her.  At this point, I'm trying really hard to make my physical arm move, but it's like my whole body is made of lead." "I could see my spirit standing before me.  My spirit was so beautifully perfect, dressed in a white gown that was loose, free-flowing, and below the knee.  From my spirit there emanated a bright, soft-white halo.  My spirit was standing six to eight feet from my body.  It was so strange, for I could see my spirit and my spirit could see my pathetic body.  I had not an ounce of color and I looked all withered and cold and lifeless.  My spirit felt warm and so, so celestial.  As my spirit slowly moved away, my spirit told my body goodbye, for my spirit saw the light and wanted to go into it.  The light was like a circular opening that was warm and bright." Robin Michelle Halberdier of Texas City, Texas, her near-death episode took place in a hospital when she was between one and two months of age.  Born prematurely, and with Hyaline Membrane disease, she was not expected to live "My first visual memory was looking forward and seeing a brilliant bright light, almost like looking directly at the sun.  The strange thing was that I could see my feet in front of me, as if I were floating upward in a vertical position.  I do not remember passing through a tunnel or anything like that, just floating in the beautiful light.  A tremendous amount of warmth and love came from the light. "There was a standing figure in the light, shaped like a normal human being, but with no distinct facial features.  It had a masculine presence.  The light I have described seemed like it emanated from that figure.  Light rays shone all around him.  I felt very protected and safe and loved. "The figure in the light told me through what I now know to be mental telepathy that I must go back, that it was not time for me to come here.  I wanted to stay because I felt so full of joy and so peaceful.  The voice repeated that it wasn't my time; I had a purpose to fulfill and I could come back after I completed it. "The first time I told my parents about my experience was right after I began to talk.  At the time, I believed that what happened to me was something everyone experienced.  I told my mom and dad about the big glass case I was in after I was born, and the figure in the light and what he said to me.  They took my reference to the glass case to mean the incubator.  My father was a medical student at the time, and he had read a book about near-death experiences.  From comparing the information in the book with what I told them, they decided that's what I was describing.  My mom told me all of this years later when I brought the subject up again. "I began attending church at the age of five, and I would look at the picture of Jesus in the Bible and tell my mom that's who it was in the light.  I still have many physical difficulties with my health because of being premature.  But there is a strong need inside me that I should help others with what death is, and talk to terminally ill patients.  I was in the other world and I know there is nothing to be afraid of after death." Bryce Bond, a famous New York City media personality turned parapsychologist, once collapsed after a violent allergic reaction to pine nuts and was rushed to a hospital.  "I hear a bark, and racing toward me is a dog I once had, a black poodle named Pepe.  When I see him, I feel an emotional floodgate open.  Tears fill my eyes.  He jumps into my arms, licking my face.  As I hold him, he is real, more real than I had ever experienced him.  I can smell him, feel him, hear his breathing, and sense his great joy at being with me again. "I put my dog on the ground, and step forward to embrace my stepfather, when a very strong voice is heard in my consciousness.  Not yet, it says.  I scream out, Why?  Then this inner voice says, What have you learned, and whom have you helped?  I am dumb-founded.  The voice seems to be from without as well as within.  Everything stops for a moment.  I have to think of what was asked of me.  I cannot answer what I have learned, but I can answer whom I have helped. "I feel the presence of my dog around me as I ponder those two questions.  Then I hear barking, and other dogs appear, dogs I once had.  As I stand there for what seems to be an eternity.  I want to embrace and be absorbed and merge.  I want to stay.  The sensation of not wanting to come back is overwhelming." "I heard a voice say, 'Welcome back.'  I never asked who said that nor did I care.  I was told by the doctor that I had been dead for over ten minutes." Julian A. Milkes, almost hit by a car "My mother and I were driving out to the lake one afternoon.  My dad was to follow later when he finished work.  We were having company for dinner, and, as we rode along, my mother spotted some wild flowers at the side of the road.  She asked if I wouldn't stop the car and pick them as they would look nice on the dinner table.  I pulled over to the right side of the road (it was not a major highway), parked the car, and went down a small incline to get off the road to pick the flowers.  While I was picking the flowers, a car came whizzing by and suddenly headed straight for me. "As I looked up and saw what I presumed would be an inevitable death, I separated from my body and viewed what was happening from another perspective.  My whole life flashed in front of me, from that moment backwards to segments of my life.  The review was not like a judgment.  It was passive, more like an interesting novelty. "I can't tell you how many times I think of that near-death experience.  Even as I sit here and write my story for you, it seems as though it happened only yesterday." Ernest Hemingway, wounded by shrapnel while fighting on the banks of the river Piave, near Fossalta, Italy. "Dying is a very simple thing.  I've looked at death and really I know." "A big Austrian trench mortar bomb, of the type that used to be called ash cans, exploded in the darkness.  I died then.  I felt my soul or something coming right out of my body, like you'd pull a silk handkerchief out of a pocket by one corner.  It flew around and then came back and went in again and I wasn't dead anymore." "I ate the end of my piece of cheese and took a swallow of wine.  Through the other noise I heard a cough, then came the chuh-chuh-chuh-chuh - then there was a flash, as when a blast-furnace door is swung open, and a roar that started white and went red and on and on in a rushing wind.  I tried to breathe but my breath would not come and I felt myself rush bodily out of myself and out and out and out and all the time bodily in the wind.  I went out swiftly, all of myself, and I knew I was dead and that it had all been a mistake to think you just died.  Then I floated, and instead of going on I felt myself slide back.  I breathed and I was back." John R. Liona of Brooklyn, New York "Mine was a difficult birth, according to my mother.  She said she didn't hear me cry after I was born because I was a 'blue baby.'  They did not bring me to her for two days.  My face was black and blue, and she said the skin was all cut up on the right side of my face.  That's where the forceps slipped.  I was given a tracheotomy to help me breathe.  I am totally deaf in my right ear.  Also, the right side of my face and head is less sensitive than the left.  When I get tired, the right side of my face droops a little, like Bell's palsy. "I am forty years old now.  All my life going back to my childhood I can remember having this same recurring dream.  It is more vivid than any other dream.  It starts and ends the same - I am kneeling down and bent over, frantically trying to untie some kind of knots.  They almost seem alive.  I am pulling on them and they are thick and slippery.  I am very upset.  Pulling and snapping.  I can't see what they're made of.  I remember getting hit in the face while trying to untie or break free of the knots, and waking up crying.  Then I would go back to sleep thinking it was only a dream or a nightmare.  When the dream would happen again on another night, I would sleep through it longer, as I began to get used to it. "After I am able to sleep through the knotty part, suddenly my struggling stops.  I feel like a puppet with all the strings cut.  My body goes limp.  All the stress and struggle is drained right out of me.  I feel very calm and peaceful, but wonder what caused me to lose interest in the knots.  They were important one minute; the next minute I am floating in this big bright light.  I know I can't touch the ground because there is light there, too.  I look at the light and try to move toward it.  I can't, and this upsets me.  There is a woman in a long, flowing gown floating away to my left.  I call and call to her but the light is so bright sound does not travel through it.  I want to talk to the woman.  My dream ends there. "About a year ago, I walk out of my house to go to work.  The ground is wet from rain, yet I find this book lying there - dry.  No one is around, so I pick it up.  The book is called 'CLOSER TO THE LIGHT,' by Melvin Morse, M.D., and Paul Perry.  It is on the near-death experiences of children.  That night I start reading it and cannot put it down.  For the first time in my life, I now understand my dream.  Those knots were when I struggled in the womb with the umbilical cord; getting hit in the face is when the doctor grabbed me with the forceps, then I died.  After that, I went into the light. "But, wait a second.  You're not supposed to remember being born.  We don't just sit around at parties and talk about what we remember of our birth.  We only talk about what our parents tell us.  I look forward to having my dream again.  I'm ready now to experience more of it than before, and without being upset." Jeanne L. Eppley of Columbus, Ohio "My experience happened during the birth of my first child.  For many years I blamed it on the anesthetic.  I had three more children without pain because I believed that if there wasn't any pain, I wouldn't have to have anesthetics that caused experiences like this.  Living proof of mind over matter, right? "What happened was this: Everything was bright yellow.  There was a tiny black dot in the center of all the yellow.  Somehow I knew that the dot was me.  The dot began to divide.  First there was two, then four, then eight.  After there had been enough division, the dots formed into a pinwheel and began to spin.  As the pinwheel spun, the dots began to rejoin in the same manner as they had divided.  I knew that when they were all one again, I would be dead, so I began to fight.  The next thing I remember is the doctor trying to awaken me and keep me on the delivery table, because I was getting up. "When my daughter was born, her head was flattened from her forehead to a point in back.  They told me that she had lodged against my pelvic bone.  But the doctor had already delivered two others that night and was in a hurry to get home.  He took her with forceps.  I've often wondered if my experience was actually hers, instead." "I survived and became very strong.  Before it happened I was a very weak person who had depended on others all my life.  It constantly amazes me that people talk about how much they admire my strength.  I developed a lot of character having lived this life and raising four children alone.  I can honestly say that I like and respect myself now.  I did not when the near-death experience happened.  I believe maybe it was sent to show me that I could be strong.  I certainly needed that strength in the years that came after." Gloria Hipple of Blakeslee, Pennsylvania "My incident took place in August of 1955.  I had been taken to Middlesex Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey, due to a miscarriage.  Placed in a ward because I was a military dependent, the doctor who was to care for me never came.  I was placed at a forty-five-degree angle due to bleeding and was left that way for almost eight days.  No one heard my pleas.  By the eighth day, I could not hear anyone, my eyes could not see, and I was later told that my body temperature registered 87.6 degrees.  I should have been dead. "I recall being pulled down into a spinning vortex.  At first, I did not know what was happening.  Then I realized my body was being drawn downward, head first.  I panicked and fought, trying to grab at the sides of the vortex.  All I could think of was my two children.  No one would care for them.  I pleaded, Please, not now, but I kept moving downward. "I tried to see something, but all there was to see was this cyclonic void that tapered into a funnel.  I kept grabbing at the sides but my fingers had nothing to grasp.  Terror set in, true terror.  I saw a black spot, darker than the funnel and like a black curtain, falling in front of me.  Then there was a white dot, like a bright light at the end of the funnel.  But as I grew closer, it was a small white skull.  It became larger, grinning at me with bare sockets and gaping mouth, and traveling straight toward me like a baseball.  Not only was I terrified, I was really livid, too.  I struggled to grab hold of anything to keep me from falling, but the skull loomed larger.  'My kids, my baby is so little.  My little boy, he's only two years old.  No!'  My words rang in my head and ears.  With a bellowing yell, I screamed: 'No!  damn it, no!  Let me go.  My babies need me!  No!  No!  No!  No!' "The skull shattered into fragments and I slowed in movement.  A white light, the brightest light I have ever known or will ever see again was in place of the skull.  It was so bright yet it did not blind me.  It was a welcome, calming light.  The black spot or curtain was gone.  I felt absolute peace of mind and sensed myself floating upward, and I was back.  I heard my husband calling me, off in the distance.  I opened my eyes but could not see him.  Two doctors were at the foot of my bed - both were angry and compassionate at the same time.  I was taken to the operating room, given several pints of blood, and was released one week later. "No one would believe my handshake with the grim reaper.  Scoffers almost put me in tears.  Everyone laughed at me, including my husband, so I never told my story again - until I wrote to you.  It was the most horrendous, yet the most gratifying experience I've ever had in my life." And another  in 1943 during a tonsillectomy  "Ether was the sedation used to put me to sleep.  I recall being terrified by the mask and the awful smell.  I can still taste it as I think about it.  As the sedation took hold, there was the vortex, the dizzy spinning sensation, as I was dragged downward into sleep.  I screamed, not knowing what was happening to me." "My near-death experience has made me quite sensitive to many more things than my mind understands.  It also helped me to be less serious about myself.  I'm dispensable.  I have discovered I do not value 'things' as I once did.  I befriend people in a different way.  I respect their choices to be the people they want to be.  The same for my own family.  I will guide, but not demand.  As for the "Light" - it was then and remains so, my encounter with the most powerful of all entities.  The giver of life on both sides of the curtain.  After all, I was given a second chance.  I am blessed and cannot ask for more." Sandra H. Brock of Staunton, Virginia "I had a stomach stapling in 1980 and, in the process, had to have a deformed spleen removed.  I hemorrhaged on the operating table, and the doctor said that at three times he thought he was going to lose me.  The first day after surgery I had to have transfusions.  During one of the transfusions I started feeling really weird.  I felt like if I shut my eyes I would never open them again.  I called a nurse.  Of course, she said it was all in my head, and left the room.  I remember she just walked out the door and I started being pulled through a tunnel.  It was a terrible experience because all I could see were people from my past, people who were already dead, who had done or said something to me that had hurt me in one way or another.  They were laughing and screaming, until I thought I could not stand it.  I begged and begged that I be allowed to go back.  I could see a light at the end of the tunnel but I never really got close to it.  All of a sudden I was back in my bed, just thankful I had not died." She’s had other NDE’s, as well. "My mother told me that when she found she was pregnant with me, she prayed that I would die.  They were just coming out of the depression and they already had a baby and could not afford another.  When I was born, I was born with a harelip.  Mother thought that was her punishment for wanting me dead.  Within several days, and without any surgery, my harelip healed itself, and to this day I do not carry a scar.  She also told me that when I was only a few weeks old, she came to my bassinet and found me not breathing.  I had already turned purple.  She grabbed me, shook me, and blew in my face until I started breathing again.  I don't remember this experience, but I do remember being in a bassinet that had no liner.  I remember studying my hands and what my hands looked like as an infant.  My mother said I couldn't possibly remember this, but I did, and I was right." Alice Morrison-Mays New Orleans, Louisiana "From my position near the ceiling, I watched as they began to wrap both my legs from tips of the toes up to my hips, then my arms and hands up to the shoulders.  This was to keep what blood remained for my heart and lungs.  Then they tilted my body so my legs were up in the air and I was standing on my head! "I was furious about the way they had handled Jeff's birth and now they were running around like chickens with their heads cut off squawking loudly; and here I was looking at that silent, bandaged body lying on a tilt table, head to the floor, legs and feet in the air.  I was venting my anger and frustration from the corner of the ceiling on the right side of my body.  I can remember the anger vividly, fury at the powerless position this whole event put me in, and I was very 'verbal' about it - silently - up there, as my mind raced to express its reaction, worry, and concern.  Their statements 'We're losing her!  We're losing her!'  frightened me and I'd get pissed all over again. "The scene changed and I was no longer in that room.  I found myself in a place of such beauty and peace.  It was timeless and spaceless.  I was aware of delicate and shifting hues of colors with their accompanying rainbows of 'sound,' though there was no noise in this sound.  It might have felt like wind and bells, were it earthly.  I 'hung' there - floating.  Then I became aware of other loving, caring beings hovering near me.  Their presence was so welcoming and nurturing.  They appeared 'formless' in the way I was accustomed by now to seeing things.  I don't know how to describe them.  I was aware of some bearded male figures in white robes in a semicircle around me.  The atmosphere became blended as though made of translucent clouds.  I watched as these clouds and their delicate shifting colors moved through and around us. "A dialogue softly started with answers to my unfinished questions almost before I could form them.  They said they were my guides and helpers as well as being God's Messengers.  Even though they were assigned to me as a human and always available to me - they had other purposes, too.  They were in charge of other realms in creation and had the capacity of being in several places simultaneously.  They were also 'in charge' of several different levels of knowledge.  I became aware of an ecstasy and a joy that permeated the whole, unfolding beyond anything that I had experienced in my living twenty-five years, up to that point.  Even having my two previous children, whom I wanted very much, couldn't touch the 'glow' of this special experience. "Then I was aware of an Immense Presence coming toward me, bathed in white, shimmering light that glowed and at times sparkled like diamonds.  Everything else seen, the colors, beings, faded into the distance as the Light Being permeated everything.  I was being addressed by an overwhelming presence.  Even though I felt unworthy, I was being lifted into that which I could embrace.  The Joy and Ecstasy were intoxicating.  It was 'explained' that I could remain there if I wanted; it was a choice I could make. "There was much teaching going on, and I was just 'there' silently, quietly.  I felt myself expanding and becoming part of All That Was in Total Freedom Unconditionally.  I became aware again that I needed to make a choice.  Part of me wanted to remain forever, but I finally realized I didn't want to leave a new baby motherless.  I left with sadness and reluctance. "Almost instantly I felt reentry into my body through the silver cord at the top of my head.  There was something skin to a physical bump.  As soon as I entered, I heard someone near me say, 'Oh, we've got her back.'  I was told I had two pieces of placenta as large as grapefruits removed." Steven B. Ridenhour of Charlottesville, Virginia "We smoked another joint and then headed toward the rapids.  Debbie begins laughing, and the next thing I know we're overtaken by laughter.  The giggling stops as we're swept off our feet and dragged downriver.  Debbie cries out, 'Steven I can't swim.  I'm drowning.'  I feel powerless because I can't get to her and I'm yelling, 'Hang on, don't panic,' when I take a tremendous mouthful of water.  Without any warning, time, as I know it, stops. "The water has a golden glow and I find myself just floating as without gravity, feeling very warm and comfortable.  I'm floating in a vertical position with my arms outstretched and my head laying on my left shoulder.  I feel totally at peace and full of serenity in this timeless space.  Next I go through a past-life review.  It was like looking at a very fast slide show of my past life, and I do mean fast, like seconds.  I don't quite understand the significance of all the events that were shown to me, but I'm sure there is some importance.  When this ended, it was as if I was floating very high up and looking down at a funeral.  Suddenly I realized that I was looking at myself in a casket.  I saw myself dressed in a black tux with a white shirt and a red rose on my left lapel.  Standing around me were my immediate family and significant friends. "Then, as if some powerful force wrapped around me, I was thrust out of the water, gasping for air.  There was Debbie within arm's reach.  I grabbed her by the back of her hair and I was able to get us both over to the rocks and out of the water.  After lying on the rocks for a while, I glance over at Debbie and it's like looking at a ghost.  As she describes what she went through, it became apparent that we both had the same experience underwater - the golden glow, the serenity, seeing our lives flash before us, floating over a funeral, and seeing ourselves in a casket.  That is the only time we ever talked about it.  I haven't seen or talked with Debbie since." Passenger Justin Kowalczyk “my near death experience: December 8th 2006 I got attacked by a pitbull. Tore my upper lip in half and off my face. got rushed to the ER, put under and into emergency surgery to  try and reconnect what they could find and stop the bleeding. While under anesthesia I found myself watching the doctors work on me. my viewpoint seemed to be from the ceiling of the room. No sound. but they seemed frantic. came too and brought up my "dream" to doctors and family. i was told you do not dream under anesthesia.  fast forward 2 years and while going over the medical records for the lawsuit i stumble upon the fact that they couldnt get the bleeding to stop and couldnt keep my airway clear. for a brief period i had died on the table.  pretty sure this is what I saw in my "dream"” Her name is Winnie:Four years ago, I was on the I-10 highway in Arizona, making my daily commute from work. This is also a huge truck route, so traffic got pretty brutal at times. All seemed fine for once, traffic was flowing smoothly and we were all cruising at about 75. Out of nowhere, everyone jumps to the right lanes and comes to a screeching halt. There is an ADOT (Arizona Department of Transportation) car in the far left lane, seemingly parked in the lane with the worker on his phone. I hit my hazard lights and slam on my brakes and miss the pickup truck in front of me by an inch. I check behind me, and a few people have thrown their cars into the shoulder to avoid hitting the car in front of them. Thats when I see it- I remember it as vividly as if it happened yesterday-I watched my rear view in horror as a red, Volvo semi with a refrigerated trailer is still going full speed. The driver has his head turned, talking to his passenger. They're not slowing down, they don't see me. I see his passenger turn his head and point frantically as they barrel closer and closer. I hear his brakes engage, I hear his tires squeal, but they're still not stopping. I contemplate fleeing my vehicle, but there's no time. Suddenly, I saw a flash of my life play out before me." I didn't get to tell my boyfriend goodbye this morning. When was the last time I called my mother? What am I going to do? There's nowhere to run, I'm going to die, the person in front of me is going to die, and the person in front of them is at the very least going to be really messed up. Oh my God. Fuck. Fuck. This is going to hurt. I'm not ready to go." All of these thoughts occurred in the same 5 seconds.  I felt my car get hit, and I see the semi on the side of me, scraping down the guard rail. He threw his truck into the shoulder to avoid hitting me head on.. The truck finally stopped about a football field away from me, and I realize I'm alive. Immediately after I realize I'm not only alive but in one piece, I look out my window and see that my car is surrounded by people, frantically trying to get me to unlock the vehicle. I unlock my door, and Immediately after that I blacked out. Was it stress? Trauma? I don't know. But I have first hand accounts from law enforcement and paramedics that I drove my car off the freeway as instructed and sat down to be looked over by paramedics after giving my statement. I have severe pain in my back to this day, but considering what should have happened, I'll take it. I don't believe in angels, divine intervention or even fate. 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Join host Ryan Treasure and guest Amy Carroll, Swiss/American communication coach, as they discuss the leadership mindset. Amy uses her “7 Partner mindset techniques” to help clients discover how to communicate mutual respect and manage themselves under pressure. She offers more tips through her newsletters, blogs, webinars, and podcasts. Through working cross culturally and online, Amy has had the opportunity to discover the universality of using a Partner approach.

Join host Ryan Treasure and guest Amy Carroll, Swiss/American communication coach, as they discuss the leadership mindset. Amy uses her “7 Partner mindset techniques” to help clients discover how to communicate mutual respect and manage themselves under pressure. She offers more tips through her newsletters, blogs, webinars, and podcasts. Through working cross culturally and online, Amy has had the opportunity to discover the universality of using a Partner approach.

Jasmin Jenkins is a grief guide and the founder of Fall Up, a community platform created to support people navigating the spectrum of grief. Here, she answers questions from the fullest about navigating loss. What are the different stages of grieving? The stages of grief were first identified by the late Swiss-American psychiatrist, Elizabeth Kubler-Ross in her book On Death and Dying (1969). The five stages were identified as: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.  Even with this, I want to remind you that grief is not a linear process. For more info:  www.griefisuniversal.com www.wefallup.com www.jasmin-jenkins.com   This episode brought to you by  BIOPTIMIZERS   www.bioptimizers.com/radicallyloved Code: radicallyloved10    

So many people, including ourselves, often expect our grief to be finished by the one-year anniversary of the death. People expect us to move on, and their words shame us for still being impacted. Often, we, ourselves, shame ourselves for not getting “over it” quicker, and we beat ourselves up. The path of grief, though, is not confined to just one year. It is a life-long journey that manifests itself time and time again. Valeria interviews Brandy Lidbeck, the author of The Gift of Second: Healing from the Impact of Suicide. “In 1969, after extensive research with dying individuals, Elisa- beth Kubler-Ross, a Swiss-American psychiatrist, created the theory that people grieve in stages. She discovered that each person, near death, experienced a series of stages as the end of their life drew near: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Widely used in the mental health profession and accepted in the general population as well, this concept has since been commonly adopted by the world to describe the stages an individual goes through after losing a loved one. Although the theory created by Kubler-Ross is strong and has merit, it gives the illusion that, at some point, grief is complete. We, as survivors, know the grief is never finished. The intensity lessens over time, and the consuming emotions become more stable, but grief is never fully complete. When folks expect their grief to end and their pain to be erased, they are, oftentimes, focused on an imaginary timeline, waiting for that magical day to wipe away their hurt and allow their life to resume as it was before this great tragedy. When we expect the impossible, we are always disappointed. Brandy Lidbeck says that grief is neither linear nor does it adhere to a particular path. The Realistic Grieving Path begins with a suicide, causing a surviving individual to begin the grief process. The feelings one experiences are overwhelming, chaotic, erratic, and all-encompassing. Brandy compare this feeling to the destruction of an earthquake. Not only does it rock our worlds and bring devastation to our lives, but it also creates cracks in our foundation, causing us to doubt all that was. One moment we can feel intense heartache and sadness, and then next moment we are full of anger and rage. Always unpredictable and never convenient, walking through grief can be unbearable much of the time. As survivors work through their grief, they will eventually arrive at a phase titled ‘New Normal.' New normal is labeled as such because we will never return to the person we were before the suicide. How could we? This phase becomes our new status quo, the phase in which we go about our days, no longer so consumed with grief. Life begins to carry on in this new normal stage until a ‘life event' occurs. A life event can be positive, such as a wedding, the birth of a baby, or a graduation, or negative like the anniversary of the suicide, a serious illness, or a job loss. Regardless of the event, this scenario acts as a trigger and causes the survivor to walk through the grief path again as they process the death of their loved one once more in light of the new events. Walking through the grief path again by no means ne- gates any grief work we have done before; instead, it brings to light different aspects that need more healing or attention. The grief path is normal and one to fully expect as you traverse life after suicide. We will never be ‘over' the pain and devastation completely, but it won't always dictate our lives. Brandy Lidbeck is a licensed marriage and family therapist who lives in California. She is the author of the book, The Gift of Second: Healing from the Impact of Suicide and the creator of thegiftofsecond.com, a website that offers hope and healing through the journey of suicide-loss. Brandy also coordinates a Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS) Team, which deploys teams to newly bereaved suicide-loss survivors 24/7. Brandy is a two-time suicide-loss survivor and has a heart for those impacted by this same devastation.   To learn more about Brandy Lidbeck please visit her website: http://thegiftofsecond.com/ For Intro-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/aquestforwellbeingpodcast Podcast Page: https://fitforjoy.org/podcast   ** Bio intro and outro one by Heidi Lynn Peters. 

S8 is an international forum of business minds and diplomats, consisting of 8+ delegations from some of the world's most competitive small nations like Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Finland, Singapore, and the Netherlands. Founded by James Breiden, our goal is international economic cooperation under improved policies, and we are combatting the fallacy that bigger is better for nationhood. The title of James' lecture is ‘Big Lessons from Small Nations' and he will explore the following points: Why do the Dutch have the best pension funds in the world? How did the Swiss manage to impose a debt moratorium on parliament – preventing them from obligating future generations and achieving one of the lowest debt levels as a % of GDP? How does Singapore achieve superior health care outcomes at ¼ of the US – and achieve among the best PISA scores, despite spending the least among OECD nations? How did the Danes replace cars with bicycles in cities in what is now commonly known as Copenhagenisation The Finnish government just formed is majority women and on average 20 years younger than their counterparts in the US and the UK – does this better reflect preferences of its citizens and permit them to focus on future issues? Speaker: James Breiding is a Swiss-American political author and businessman with new publication Too Small to Fail: Why Small Nations Outperform Larger Ones and How They are Reshaping the World. By investigating the innovative policies of advanced small nations, Mr. Breiding's research in Too Small To Fail explores in depth the character and qualities of places like Ireland and Singapore—offering an illuminating vision of what really makes a country “great.” A fellow at Harvard's Center for International Development and the Collegium Helvetica, Mr. Breiding is also the author of Swiss Made, an international best seller studying Switzerland's rise to global prominence from humble agrarian origins. This book has been translated into numerous languages from Arabic to Vietnamese, and it is still gifted by Switzerland's embassies worldwide. James is also the founder and CEO of Naissance Capital in Zurich, Switzerland. His experience in global business has led him to write critically and evaluatively of international politics and economics. His writing has appeared in numerous publications, including The Economist, The Financial Times, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Foreign Affairs, and he divides his time between Zurich, Switzerland and the United States. Most recently, Mr. Breiding has founded the international initiative S8 Nations, which takes root in his recent book Too Small To Fail and offers a global network for the world's most advanced small nations to share their success stories. The S8 Summit takes place annually in Zurich Switzerland, and they hope to hold their inaugural event this October.

Welcome to Seize the Day Podcast with Natalie Miller-Snell.   In todays show, I discuss the The Kugler-Ross Change Curve - a theory introduced by Swiss-American psychiatrist, Elisabeth Kugler-Ross in her book, On Death and Dying (1969). .   The 7 stages of Change are: - Shock Denial Anger / Frustration Loss of Confidence / Depression Experiment Decisions / Planning Integration / Acceptance   I hope you enjoy the show!   REFERENCES OXBRIDGE (2019). Life Coaching Course Notes. PARSLOE, E. & LEEDHAM, M. (2017). Coaching and Mentoring Third Edition. London: Kogan and Page Limited. Wikipedia (2020). Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Smith, M. (2001). Infed Website;  Kurt Lewin: groups, experiential learning and action research. Updated 20 June2013   Natalie Online Website Twitter Email Instagram Facebook    

In this episode I discuss my observations of the different states people can find themselves in as they look to make sustainable changes to their performance. I draw on work by Swiss-American psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross who made observations of the states people go through when receiving a terminal diagnosis. This work has been adapted to help individuals and organisations manage change. I have my own version of this which I have observed when leading change with individuals, teams and organisations. I encourage you to consider: The differences between enthusiasm and commitment. What emotional aspects might show up as you look to make change and balance these with the often more obvious tangible elements like goals and plans. Where possible doing this work up front to help you avoid the less helpful states towards the progress you want to see. If you are struggling to make sustainable change which of the seven states you could be in and what questions you could ask to help make the progress you desire. As always I'm interested in any questions and or feedback you have - please drop me a line to damian@effectivechallenge.com For more information about how Effective Challenge can help you make the progress you are looking to achieve, please drop me a line or have a look at the website. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/effective-challenge/message

IU Cinema Director Jon Vickers speaks with Swiss American filmmaker Alexandre O. Philippe about his documentaries, that examine the importance of popular culture and explore the influential works of master filmmakers.

Zeal and Ardor is the brainchild of Manuel Gagneaux, a Swiss/American musician who on his latest record "Stranger Fruit" has created a powerful alchemy of blues, gospel, black metal, brutal guitars and straight up soul. During a spirited conversation, we discuss his life as an outsider, what he learned from his jazz musician mother and the story of the record. 

This episode features: * Swiss-American photo journalist Saskia Keeley, who through the lenses of cameras that she gives to women -- West Bank Israeli settlers and Palestinian women who live in adjacent towns and villages -- helps these women explore the humanity of the other, open to the other, and discover the many commonalities of Palestinian and Israeli women. Saskia’s web site: https://www.saskiakeeley.com/ * Father Josh Thomas, the executive director of Kids for Peace, a youth movement based in Jerusalem, which brings together Israeli and Palestinian teens, West Jerusalemites and East Jerusalemites and their families. Kids for Peace’s web site: http://www.k4p.org/ I met Father Josh and Saskia Keeley at a conference at Yale University, organized by Yale’s chapter of One Voice, an organization that works to bring together Israelis and Palestinians under a joint agenda of a two-state solution. Ori’s email address for feedback: onir@peacenow.org APN’s donate page: https://peacenow.org/donate

This episode is about Death, Dying & Beyond. Dee Bunked talks about the pioneering studies in near-death by Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, a Swiss-American psychiatrist famous for her theory on the five stages of grief. Dee also talks about the American Neuroendocrinologist Dr. Robert Sapolsky's ideas about the stress-reducing components involved in the "meta-magical thinking" of religious belief. We also play some cuts from Dr. Dre & Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson talking about their views on Death. We get some comic relief in this heavy episode from comedian Hannibal Burress telling a story about a very stressful realization he had on a plane one time that caused him to go through the stages of grief. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/medicineremixed/message

Episode Notes Grieving is a normal part of life. It’s actually not just about losing someone we love, it’s also about losing our jobs, our hopes, our dreams, and our aspirations. Today, Joseph educates us with the 5 Stages of Grieving based on Elisabeth Kubler Ross’ approach, what these stages mean, and how it affects us as individuals. Time Stamped Show Notes: ● 00:01 – Introduction to Mind Your Mind Podcast ● 00:23 – Today’s episode: 5 Stages of Grieving ● 00:28 – Joseph will expound upon Elisabeth Kubler Ross’ 5 Stages of Grief and approach ● 00:43 – Grief counselling is not just for someone who beraves death of a loved one but for people who lost jobs, hopes, and dreams ● 01:14 – Grief is a state where a person is faced with his own vulnerability ● 01:56 – Elisabeth Kubler Ross (1926-2004) is a Swiss-American psychiatrist who has a great heart and an amazing compassion to people ● 02:29 – She developed the 5 Stages to Grief model in a very compassionate and sensitive way ● 02:42 – Her book, On Death and Dying, was published in 1969 ● 03:10 – With David Kessler as co-author, Elisabeth wrote, On Grief and Grieving ● 03:26 – The 5 Stages to Grief o Denial o Anger o Bargaining o Depression o Acceptance ● 03:39 – These stages are not necessarily what people go through in order ● 04:33 – Denial is when a person still cannot believe or comprehend the fact of the loss ● 05:34 – Anger can be from regret and abandonment ● 06:09 – Bargaining comes with “if only” and “what if” thoughts ● 06:50 – Depression is NOT just about feeling sad, it’s the time when what happened sinks in to the person affected ● 07:48 – “Help is always available at any time” ● 07:59 – Acceptance means there’s already an understanding and that they’re ready to move on in life ● 08:52 – All stages of grief apply to so many parts in life ● 09:02 – The Grief Recovery Institute has a 5-step process of writing a letter o Write a timeline of happy moments and memories o Write a letter of what you miss and your regrets o Write general thoughts in memories o Say Goodbye o Share with others when you’re ready ● 10:35 – Very often, people remember losses with sad feelings and they forget how the life and experience was lived happily ● 11:58 – Celebrate a person’s life or the happy experiences you’ve had ● 12:30 – Don’t forget to reach out if you need help ● 12:53 – Please leave us a comment on Mind Your Mind and a review on iTunes3 Key Points: Grief is part of every person’s life. Remember that you don’t have to be alone in your grief, help is always available. Understand that every person goes through grief in a different way and stage. Resources Mentioned: ● Elisabeth Kubler Ross – Swiss-American psychiatrist who created the 5 Stages of Grief ● On Death and Dying – Elisabeth’s book ● On Grief and Grieving – Elisabeth’s co-authored book with David Kessler ● The Grief Recovery Institute – An organization with a mission to disseminate information on grief