Podcasts about Velcro

Mike and Eli issue a clarification from last episode; Mike stops answering Eli's phone calls; Eli tries to keep a streak alive; author Steve Kamb joins the show to talk about How to Try Again.  Interested in Steve's book? Get details here: HowToTryAgain.com  Want to add to the Wall of failure: HowToTryAgain.com/fail For a chance to win 6 free months of Nerd Fitness training, email book receipts to LGLG@stevekamb.com Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Mizzen+Main: use promo code SCRATCH20 for 20% off your first purchase at mizzenandmain.com  Kudos to Lagoon Sleep: get 15% off your first purchase at lagoonsleep.com/scratch MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Summer Noir" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC 

Mike and Eli put the Bearshark uniforms on again and start playing for real; Mike plays a tournament; a quick minute with Dr. Bob Rotella. Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist - Titleist.com Kudos to Footjoy - Footjoy.com MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Summer Noir" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

Algunos descubrimientos accidentales terminaron valiendo millones. Desde el Velcro hasta el Play-Doh, e incluso una ciudad subterránea en Turquía descubierta en un sótano, el mundo está lleno de tesoros sorprendentes que esperan ser descubiertos. Únete a nosotros mientras exploramos las fascinantes historias detrás de estos hallazgos accidentales, cada uno de ellos un testimonio de la ingeniosidad humana y las vueltas inesperadas del destino. Prepárate para sorprenderte con los increíbles viajes de descubrimiento que han moldeado nuestro mundo de maneras que nunca imaginamos. ¿Quién sabe? Quizás tu propio gran descubrimiento te esté esperando a la vuelta de la esquina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A darkness stirs in the depths of the station.CONTENT WARNINGS! Swearing, rude humour, dark horror, warYOUR PLAYERS! Becs Watson plays Rio, Helen Gaffney plays Velcro 89, Jen Blundell plays €heddar and Sara Keep plays Lucy.THE GAME! Orbital is a game by Jack Harrison. You can buy it on itch.io.CONTACT US! Roll Plus Heart are on Facebook @RollPlusHeart, Mastodon @rollplusheart@dice.camp and Bluesky @rollplusheart.bsky.social. You can also email us at rollplusheart@gmail.com. More information about us, the show and the games we have played can be found at rollplusheart.co.uk.PATREON! We have a Patreon, featuring bonus audio content and regular merch subscriptions. Sign up from just £1 a month.KO-FI! If you'd rather just donate directly to the show, you can do so on a one-off or regular basis via Ko-Fi. Our merch is now also sold via Ko-Fi!SOCIAL MEDIA! Sara: @SaraKeepArt. Becs: @Starling_Dust.OTHER CONTENT! Jen and Sara also play on the actual play podcast Quest Fantastic, and Jen hosts the film review podcast Jen and the Film Critic. Becs sells beautiful art via Ko-Fi and streams art, games and co-workings on Twitch.CHARITY LIVE STREAM! Becs, Helen and Sara will be joined by special guests on the 28th June 10:00-18:00 GMT on Bec's Twitch for a special charity live stream for International LGBTQ+ pride day! Join us...Join us...join us!OUR MUSIC! Our theme music was composed by David Shaw (Instagram and Twitch @DSComposing and Facebook @composerdavidshaw). Music mixing and mastering was by Mark Anderson.All other music and sound effects from Epidemic Sound and Zapsplat.Show editing by Jen Blundell and Helen Gaffney.

This powerful message invites us to explore the biblical concept of endurance through a fresh lens—not as mere survival, but as purposeful stickiness. Drawing from Hebrews 12, Romans 5, and James 1, we discover that endurance is the spiritual Velcro that keeps us attached to God and His people through every season of life. The sermon unpacks five transformative truths: endurance keeps our hearts, heads, and hands open to receive God's strength (illustrated through the Parable of the Sower in Luke 8); it shapes how we see the world by helping us grasp the bigger picture beyond our immediate circumstances (2 Corinthians 6); it surrounds us with the right kind of people who strengthen our faith (Colossians 1); it keeps us spiritually clean as we pursue righteousness together (1 Timothy 6); and ultimately, it makes us more Christlike with each passing day (2 Peter 1). This isn't about white-knuckling our way through hardship—it's about recognizing that suffering produces endurance, endurance produces character, and character produces hope that never disappoints. We're reminded that we were never designed to figure this faith journey out alone, and that the struggles we face aren't obstacles to our growth but the very means by which God refines us into the image of His Son.

Send us Fan MailWe come back live after a short break and jump into rapid fire field questions that hit the real pressure points in structured cabling work. We talk about protecting quality, protecting profit, and building a career that keeps up with the pace of the low voltage industry. • planning cable bundles before the first pull so racks stay clean • keeping the telecom room controlled so patching does not undo your work • choosing Velcro for serviceability and avoiding overtightened ties • using ANSI style rack unit and port numbering for small installs • avoiding estimating traps like missing labor factors and wrong averages • budgeting mobilization time and project management hours up front • catching scope gaps early and treating change orders like leverage • separating certifications from competence while staying a continuous learner • treating closeout as a day one process with documentation and test results • learning project management skills after you have real field reps • understanding pathways, bend radius, fill ratios, and why they matter • explaining to management that quality prevents expensive rework • balancing fiber growth with copper realities for PoE and edge devices • earning leadership opportunities through solutions, clarity, training, and accountability If you ever have any questions, DM me and I'll help answer those for you for your studying. Support the showKnowledge is power!  Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling .  Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

Eli returns to the scene of the crime to face an old foe; Mike takes on an 8th grader; Josh Nichols comes by to lay out the full details of our individual practice plans.  Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist - Titleist.com Kudos to Vuori - vuoriclothing.com/chasingscratch 20% off your first purchase Kudos to LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/chasingscratch  MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Summer Noir" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

We talk honestly about motherhood as a spiritual and emotional experience, from raising a “Velcro” teen to repairing a relationship that once felt strained. We name the quiet thoughts many parents hide, unpack the pressure behind them, and share tools for parenting sensitive kids whose intuition is waking up early. • laughing at the chaos of real life and trusting what wants to be shared • loving a teen who wants to be together everywhere • asking our kids for consent before posting • oldest kids getting different versions of us as we grow • shifting a tense relationship by changing our perspective in the present • surviving the intensity of Generation Alpha girls and what they teach us • reparenting ourselves while we parent our kids • saying “I don't want to be a mom” and hearing what's underneath it • ADHD motherhood, executive dysfunction, and the weight of daily mental load • seeing the problem as a broken system rather than a broken mom • supporting kids through spiritual awakening with grounding and connection Feel free to send me a message on Instagram and just say, you know, if this is something that you'd be interested in, or, you know, send your friends my way or this podcast Support the showSend Kate a Voice Message on SpeakPipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thespacebetweenpodConnect with Kate on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/kateikert/

In this week's episode, host Scott McInnes has an insightful conversation with Stephen Baer, founder of Engagency, as they explore the core principles behind building resilient organisational cultures that thrive on trust, purpose, and people-centered leadership.    In this episode, you'll learn:  The true drivers of employee engagement and retention  The role of middle management in fostering a culture of trust  Strategies to communicate purpose and strategy effectively  Leadership behaviours that inspire and empower teams  The impact of organisational culture on financial performance  Practical tips for small organisations to deepen connection    Key Takeaways:  Why the "Velcro vs. glue" analogy is essential for understanding employee retention  Insights into why 79% of employees are disengaged and how to change that  The importance of investing in middle management training and emotional intelligence  How trust and vulnerability in leadership can transform company culture  Real-world examples from Microsoft and Home Depot illustrating leadership's impact on performance  Practical steps for leaders to connect with even the most privacy-focused employees  The secret to storytelling and recognition that boosts engagement internally    Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction and episode overview   01:23 - Why do people stay or leave organisations? The trillion-dollar engagement question   02:41 - Building organisational loyalty with glue vs. Velcro analogy  03:56 - Why engagement metrics haven't improved over years  04:26 - The three critical components of business success: purpose, strategy, people  05:57 - The importance of investing in middle management and leadership training  06:46 - Cultivating a feedback-rich environment for younger generations  08:43 - How leadership tone from the top influences culture  09:36 - Examples of leadership transformation at Microsoft and Home Depot  11:46 - The power of trust: From conflict to high performance  13:17 - The role of failure as a learning tool in companies like WD-40  14:43 - Leadership styles and cultural impact: Nadella vs. Balmer, Blake vs. Nardelli  16:59 - The importance of authentic leadership and empowering employees  18:08 - Creating psychological safety and facilitating open conversations  21:17 - The role of purpose in engaging both employees and customers  22:19 - How purpose and values cycle through the organization to drive loyalty  24:42 - How organisations can craft authentic purpose  26:27 - Connection versus engagement: which drives better loyalty?  27:36 - The three pillars of emotional engagement: greeting, knowing, growing  30:07 - Connecting with non-involved employees and maintaining empathy 31:58 - Using storytelling to reinforce culture and recognition  34:15 - Practical tips for small organisations to enhance connection and culture  35:32 - How to reach Stephen Baer and further resources    Resources:  Stephen's Book: https://stephenbaer.com/#book-section  Patrick Lencioni - Overcoming The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Field Guide: https://www.tablegroup.com/product/overcoming-the-five-dysfunctions-a-field-guide/  Connect with us:  LinkedIn  |  YouTube  |  Instagram     Connect with Stephen Baer:  LinkedIn |  Website | Podcast  

We recap a massive weekend starting with Eurovision 2026 in Vienna! Delta Goodrem delivered a powerhouse performance of "Eclipse," finishing an impressive 4th. On a somber note, we reflect on the tragic shark attack at Rottnest Island over the weekend that claimed the life of a beloved local spearfisherman. Plus, Nat recounts her fashion nightmare at the Oasis Ball where her sequin dress acted like Velcro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Progress can take many forms. Lenny cue the 5.2 music.  Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist - Titleist.com Kudos to Mizzen+Main - use code SCRATCH20 at mizzenandmain.com for 20% off your first purchase Kudos to Lagoon - go to lagoonsleep.com/scratch for 15% off your first purchase MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Summer Noir" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

What do you do when your newborn hates being swaddled and nothing on the market works? If you're Liz Hilton, you invent something better. A mother, designer, and entrepreneur with a background in 3D knit technology, Liz took a very real newborn sleep problem and built a solution from scratch in her garage. That solution became Swaddelini, a swaddle designed to contain babies while still allowing natural movement. Parents rave that it gives their baby a snug and secure fit that helps their baby feel calm and sleep longer without overheating, and many describe it as the best swaddle they've ever purchased. The secret is patented Hug Technology that delivers continuous comfort reminiscent of a parent's embrace, inspired by therapeutic garments originally designed for children with special needs. Unlike traditional swaddles that lock babies in tight, the Swaddelini's seamless, 3D knit construction helps soothe the startle reflex, calms fussy babies, and encourages longer, more restful sleep while still giving babies room to move. And practically speaking, parents love that there are no Velcro, zippers, or complicated wrapping involved. What started as a homegrown fix for her own son has grown into a 10,000-square-foot American factory with a team of 12. In this episode, Liz shares the journey from frustrated new mom to founder and CEO, and what she's learned about newborn sleep along the way. Episode Highlights:  Liz takes us back to August 2017, when her newborn son refused every swaddle on the market. With a background in 3D knit design, she did what any resourceful mom would do and built her own. We talk about what those early days looked like and how a garage invention turned into a full-scale American manufacturing operation. Not every baby wants to be wrapped up tight, but they still need the comfort and security of a swaddle. Liz breaks down the science behind her patented Hug Technology, why containment and movement don't have to be opposites, and how that insight is helping thousands of families get more sleep. Liz didn't just build a product. She built a workplace that her employees call the best job they've ever had. We talk about what it means to run a values-driven small business, manufacture in the US, and make the world a better place one swaddle at a time. Resources: https://swaddelini.com/ https://www.instagram.com/swaddelini/ https://www.instagram.com/holding_mother/  

0:00 Camel toe discussion 0:04 Chick out – Jeff in 0:07 Jeff's daughter flipped him off to his face 0:09 Letter – Rudy's Hot Dogs 0:10 Kristi's dream – dancing with Bob while he drank martinis 0:14 Letter – BOB & TOM hot dog channel 0:24 Letter – saw The Beach Boys live; Sam and the Pharaohs opened 0:29 Letter – never microwave food 0:30 Letter – in-laws still using Electrolux vacuum after 60 years of marriage 0:34 Letter – dogs do not pee in pools; dog poops in ocean 0:35 Letter – dog gets out of pool to pee 0:37 Jeff's mom peed on his leg in the lake 0:47 Letter – when will Jess prepare hot dogs? 0:49 Letter – wedding first dance was “Stumblin' In” 0:49 Letter – itemized bill for living at home 0:52 Letter – worker dropped Dairy Queen Blizzard 0:53 Tom does not care for soccer 1:03 Sports 1:09 “Locomotion” song discussion 1:10 SWR – most basketball half-court shots (“Dr. Buckets”) 1:25 New car smell discussion 1:26 Tom says he has never stolen anything 1:27 Woman stole bottle of wine; police discovered it hidden on her person 1:29 100 hot dogs stolen from a high school 1:30 “I Would Eat 100 Hot Dogs” – Pat Godwin 1:44 Jeff has had one car repossessed; Pat had two 1:46 Jason's EV cameras allow people to leave messages 1:48 Study – people want to have more fun 1:48 75% prefer TV and dining out for entertainment 1:54 Josh jokes with Tom about living too cautiously 1:55 Josh wants a Skee-Ball machine 2:07 Phone – Dr. Buckets 2:26 In Studio – Jess 2:31 Little Tikes car now available as EV 2:35 Man stole items using a large tricycle 2:46 Today in History 2:48 Ace owns two pairs of Velcro sneakers 3:10 Secret Service officer arrested for indecent exposure 3:11 Josh jokes about bizarre public behavior 3:14 Tom's toilet brush discussion 3:23 Zoom – Alli Breen 3:24 Letter – girlfriend suspicious about gym visits 3:25 Letter – boyfriend's roommate breakup situation 3:27 Letter – boyfriend discovered past relationship hookup 3:29 Letter – talking to guy on Twitter; she would have to drive 3:31 Letter – girlfriend wants him to attend church instead of playing video games 3:36 Letter – found jewelry receipt in boyfriend's car but received no jewelry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week off? Nah. We're back with some bonus content - we answer a few listener questions about the last few episodes and then talk with actor Timothy Simons about how he got into golf, Veep, Hollywood Program Height, Celebrity Tournaments, his first full bag fitting at TPI, and whether he's a Bear or a Shark.  Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist - Titleist.com Kudos to Shot Pattern - https://shotpattern.app/chasingscratch  MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Faceoff" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/

What if the body already knows exactly how to heal… but modern life keeps interrupting the process? In this profoundly emotional and paradigm-shifting conversation, Darin sits down with Australian wellness expert, author, and speaker Andi Lew for a sweeping exploration of trauma, birth, attachment, nervous system regulation, chiropractic philosophy, purpose, intuition, breast implant illness, and the forgotten wisdom of the human body. From the way we enter the world through birth, to the emotional wounds that shape our identities, to the systems that disconnect us from nature and ourselves, this episode is ultimately about one thing: reclaiming your innate intelligence and reconnecting to what it truly means to be human. What You'll Learn Why symptoms like fevers, coughing, and rashes may actually be signs of healing The body's innate intelligence and how modern medicine often suppresses it How trauma and emotional suppression shape physical health outcomes The connection between birth practices, attachment, and nervous system development Why "cry it out" parenting may create emotionally disconnected adults How posture, movement, and chiropractic care impact longevity and vitality The hidden reality of breast implant illness and medical gaslighting How trauma can unconsciously drive cosmetic enhancement decisions Why purpose, creativity, and service are essential for healing How reconnecting to nature, vulnerability, and authenticity changes everything   Chapters 00:00:03 – Welcome to SuperLife and the mission of reclaiming sovereignty 00:00:33 – Sponsor: plastic toothpaste tubes, toxins, and environmental impact 00:01:06 – Endocrine disruptors and hidden exposure from everyday products 00:01:35 – Bite Toothpaste Bits and sustainable wellness solutions 00:02:47 – Introduction to Andi Lew 00:03:03 – 30 years teaching holistic health and wellness 00:03:24 – Symptoms as signs of healing—not dysfunction 00:03:51 – Chiropractic philosophy and the nervous system as master controller 00:04:07 – The hidden dangers of the cosmetic industry 00:04:19 – Introducing "Treasure Chest" and breast implant illness 00:04:49 – Trusting nature and reclaiming innate power 00:05:08 – Instant connection and unscripted conversation 00:05:43 – Why storytelling itself is healing medicine 00:06:35 – Indigenous wisdom, dreamtime, and human connection 00:07:00 – Education, service, and sharing wisdom with the world 00:07:30 – The courage required to share your voice 00:08:03 – Aging naturally and embodying wellness principles 00:08:47 – "Connected" and the body's innate healing intelligence 00:09:11 – Why vomiting, fevers, and rashes may be healing responses 00:09:53 – The danger of suppressing symptoms instead of listening to them 00:10:15 – Norwegian researcher: "The body never makes a wrong choice" 00:11:08 – Inflammation as intelligent communication from the body 00:11:32 – Emotional healing through chiropractic care 00:12:14 – The shocking story of abuse ending after nervous system treatment 00:13:09 – Purpose, excitement, and why "your cells sing" 00:14:01 – Courage, the heart, and following what excites you 00:14:47 – Childhood rejection of pharmaceuticals and synthetic medicine 00:15:11 – Discovering chiropractic philosophy and innate intelligence 00:16:10 – Reactive medicine vs proactive wellness 00:16:35 – Birth, attachment, and nervous system programming 00:17:15 – Vaginal birth, microbiome transfer, and stress adaptation 00:18:03 – Elective cesareans, fear conditioning, and birth trauma 00:18:29 – The disturbing origins of modern birthing positions 00:19:03 – Lotus birth and allowing natural cord detachment 00:19:43 – Returning the placenta to the earth and the cycle of life 00:20:09 – Dependency culture and forgetting our innate power 00:20:34 – "Cry it out" parenting and neurological consequences 00:21:18 – Babies "feigning death" and nervous system overwhelm 00:21:40 – Emotionally unavailable babies becoming disconnected adults 00:22:06 – Attachment parenting and human brain development 00:22:23 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality and frequency-based wellness 00:24:18 – Questioning inherited systems and reclaiming connection 00:24:53 – Darin reflects on premature birth and separation trauma 00:25:59 – The unconscious programming created in childhood 00:26:53 – Mothers instinctively regulating babies through movement 00:27:29 – Synchronizing heartbeats, breathing, and body temperature 00:28:19 – Breastfeeding, immunity, and sacred connection 00:28:39 – "If breastfeeding offends you, put a blanket over your own head" 00:29:16 – Society disconnecting us from natural immunity and instincts 00:30:00 – Jaw alignment, breastfeeding, and healthy aging 00:30:47 – Chiropractic care, posture, and visible signs of aging 00:31:29 – Humans as reflections of nature itself 00:32:04 – Reclaiming connection to nature and innate wisdom 00:33:13 – Motherhood, surrender, and slowing down 00:33:37 – Lactation consultants and forgotten ancestral wisdom 00:34:01 – Co-sleeping, hormones, and nervous system healing 00:34:27 – "Velcro babies" and learning presence through parenting 00:35:15 – Why babies teach adults to slow down 00:36:00 – Purification, attachment, and emotional regulation 00:37:03 – Darin reflects on Andi's embodied wisdom and energy 00:38:20 – Leaving Australia with two suitcases and a calling to serve 00:39:08 – "Hurrying up to slow down" 00:39:40 – Creativity, AI, and reclaiming imagination 00:40:21 – Permission, dreams, and pursuing your true calling 00:41:07 – Trauma, identity, and self-liberation 00:41:59 – Bruce Lipton, epigenetics, and changing gene expression 00:42:38 – Perception shaping biology and reality itself 00:43:02 – Darin's emotional reaction to Andi's April Fools joke 00:45:04 – Introducing "Treasure Chest" and breast implant illness 00:46:16 – Childhood trauma and the decision to get implants 00:47:05 – Feeling disconnected from femininity and identity 00:47:46 – Depression, anxiety, and unexplained physical symptoms 00:48:43 – Six surgeons, medical gaslighting, and ignored intuition 00:49:28 – "Women know their bodies" 00:49:53 – Beauty standards and the historical control of women 00:50:35 – The disturbing origins of breast implants 00:51:15 – Trauma, healing, and turning pain into purpose 00:52:01 – Why leaning into discomfort creates liberation 00:53:08 – Accountability, surrender, and refusing victimhood 00:53:55 – Darin reflects on Andi's energetic embodiment 00:54:59 – "You are not your age—you are your energy" 00:55:23 – Botox, emotional masking, and relationship disconnection 00:56:34 – The systems designed to keep humanity disconnected 00:57:19 – Edward Bernays, propaganda, and engineered consumerism 00:58:16 – Selling unhappiness to create endless consumers 00:58:39 – Human imagination, intuition, and untapped potential 00:59:09 – Dreams, synchronicities, and alternate perceptions of reality 01:00:15 – Near-death experiences and reclaiming health after explant surgery 01:00:59 – Returning to the "divine organic state" 01:01:26 – Breast implants as inflammatory drivers and systemic shutdown 01:02:09 – The body walling off toxins through scar tissue 01:02:29 – "If I don't get this out of me now, I'm dying" 01:02:50 – Waking up after surgery and "coming back online" 01:03:24 – The extraordinary healing intelligence of the body 01:04:05 – Closing reflections on reconnection, healing, and human potential     Thank You to Our Sponsors Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order.     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Andi Lew Website: andilew.com Instagram: @andi.lew Podcast: Well To Do Book: Treasured Chest     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "The body is not broken. It's constantly communicating, adapting, protecting, and trying to guide us back into alignment. But modern life has disconnected us from that wisdom. Real healing begins the moment we stop suppressing the signals, start listening deeply, and reconnect to nature, purpose, vulnerability, and the innate intelligence already living inside of us."

How do you turn a weird cloudy liquid into something stronger than steel? This week we're telling the story of Kevlar: the chemistry breakthrough that led to bulletproof vests, firefighter gear, reinforced tires, and so much more. Along the way we talk polymers, hydrogen bonding, accidental discoveries, and the chemist who almost went to medical school instead. Support this podcast on Patreon Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com Watch our episodes on YouTube Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife Timestamps 0:00 – Story time setup: bulletproof gear and the chemistry behind it 1:30 – Meet Stephanie Kwolek, the chemist behind Kevlar 4:00 – DuPont, polymers, and the early days of synthetic fibers 6:30 – Why Stephanie stayed in chemistry instead of medical school 8:30 – The gas shortage problem that sparked the search for Kevlar 9:50 – What polymers actually are 10:20 – Benzene rings, resonance, and rigid molecular structures 11:30 – The strange watery solution that almost got ignored 13:30 – The accidental breakthrough that created Kevlar fibers 14:20 – Why Kevlar is so unusually strong 16:30 – Hydrogen bonding and “molecular Velcro” 18:40 – How Kevlar chains organize into massive strong sheets 21:30 – Why Kevlar behaves almost like a metal 24:00 – Stronger than steel, lighter than steel 26:30 – Melissa's theory about the mysterious cloudy solution 27:00 – How Kevlar became bulletproof vests 28:00 – Why “detours” in life aren't always failures 32:30 – Other surprising uses for Kevlar 35:00 – “Mistakes” that turned into good things (personal stories) 44:00 – Wrap-up + chemistry storytime appreciation Support this podcast on Patreon Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com Watch our episodes on YouTube Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife References from the Episode: Thanks to our monthly supporters Kelly D. Bri Summer Alden Amanda Raymond Kyle McCray Justine Ash Vince W Julie S. Heather Ragusa Autoclave Dorien VD Scott Beyer Jessie Reder J0HNTR0Y Jeannette Napoleon Cullyn R Erica Bee Elizabeth P Rachel Reina Letila Katrina Barnum-Huckins Suzanne Phillips Venus Rebholz Jacob Taber Brian Kimball Kristina Gotfredsen Timothy Parker Steven Boyles Chris Skupien Chelsea B Avishai Barnoy Hunter Reardon Support this podcast on Patreon Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com Watch our episodes on YouTube Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, I explore why criticism can feel so painful for those of us who went to boarding school.For many ex-boarders, criticism does not simply feel like feedback. It can feel like danger. It can activate old patterns of shame, fear, compliance, dissociation or defensiveness.I reflect on boarding school conditioning, the fear of getting things wrong, Nick Duffell's work on wounded leaders, David Cameron's response to criticism, Rick Hanson's “Velcro for negativity and Teflon for positivity,” and Martin Seligman's three Ps: personal, permanent and pervasive.I also share practical ways to regulate the nervous system before responding, and why learning to receive feedback is essential for leadership, intimacy and growth.---Piers is an author and a men's transformational coach and therapist who works mainly with trauma, boarding school issues, addictions and relationship problems. He also runs online men's groups for ex-boarders, retreats and a podcast called An Evolving Man. He is also the author of How to Survive and Thrive in Challenging Times. To purchase Piers first book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Survive-Thrive-Challenging-Times/dp/B088T5L251/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=piers+cross&qid=1609869608&sr=8-1 For more videos please visit: http://youtube.com/pierscross For FB: https://www.facebook.com/pierscrosspublic For Piers' website and a free training How To Find Peace In Everyday Life: https://www.piers-cross.com/community Many blessings, Piers Cross http://piers-cross.com/ 

Paul Sloane joins James Smith to dismantle the myth of bad luck and reveal why the most successful innovations in history happened entirely by accident. A Cambridge engineer, former IBM marketer, and bestselling author, Sloane argues that what most people write off as misfortune is actually a hidden opportunity, and the people who notice it are the ones who change industries.

EECP Therapy and Stroke Recovery: Can a Cardiac Treatment Help Grow New Blood Vessels? When I first heard about EECP therapy in the context of stroke recovery, I was skeptical. It’s a cardiac device approved in Australia for stable angina and congestive heart failure. Stroke is not on the label. So why are we talking about it on a stroke recovery podcast? Because the mechanism is fascinating. And the research, while still emerging, is pointing somewhere worth paying attention to. In this episode, I sat down with Jack Clifford, a heart disease patient who discovered EECP therapy and began exploring its potential beyond its approved indications. What started as a cardiac conversation quickly became one of the most scientifically interesting discussions I’ve had on the show. What Is EECP Therapy? EECP stands for Enhanced External Counterpulsation. The treatment involves a set of pneumatic cuffs fitted around the calves, thighs, and buttocks. These cuffs inflate and deflate in precise synchrony with the heartbeat, inflating during the heart’s resting phase (diastole) to push blood back toward the heart, and deflating just before the heart contracts. The result is an increase in blood flow and a specific type of fluid shear stress on blood vessel walls. It’s that shear stress that makes things interesting. The Biology: Arteriogenesis and Angiogenesis To understand why EECP therapy might be relevant to stroke survivors, you need to understand two terms: angiogenesis and arteriogenesis. Angiogenesis is the sprouting of entirely new capillary vessels — the body builds small blood channels where none existed before. Arteriogenesis is different: it’s the remodelling of pre-existing, dormant collateral vessels into functional bypass channels. Think of it like upgrading a dirt track into a highway. The track was always there; the body just wasn’t using it. When blood flow is obstructed, whether by a blocked coronary artery or a stroke, the body can, under the right conditions, activate these collateral pathways. The shear stress produced by EECP therapy appears to be one of the triggers that stimulate arteriogenesis. By generating repeated waves of increased blood flow, the treatment creates the mechanical signal that tells blood vessel walls to grow and remodel. This is why cardiac researchers originally developed EECP for heart patients. But it raises a legitimate scientific question: could the same mechanism support blood flow recovery in the brain after stroke? What Does the Research Say? A 2026 meta-analysis published in the QJM: An International Journal of Medicine examined 15 randomized controlled trials involving 506 participants, looking specifically at EECP’s effects on functional outcomes in stroke patients. The results showed statistically significant improvements, with EECP outperforming control conditions on standard functional recovery measures. This is preliminary evidence, not a settled clinical consensus. The studies are relatively small, the methodology varies across trials, and EECP remains off-label for stroke in Australia. But for a therapy with a well-understood safety profile and an existing approval framework, 15 studies and 506 participants is not nothing. It’s enough to warrant serious discussion. What I Discussed with Jack Clifford Jack came to EECP as a patient, not a researcher. His experience with heart disease led him to explore the therapy, and he’s spent considerable time understanding the evidence base and connecting with practitioners. He’s not a clinician, and neither am I, but what we can do together is examine what the research actually says, what the mechanism actually is, and what questions remain unanswered. In our conversation, we discussed: How Jack first encountered EECP therapy and what led him to investigate it further The difference between approved and off-label use, and why that distinction matters What the shear stress mechanism actually looks like in practice The existing network of EECP practitioners and how stroke survivors might access the therapy The questions both of us still have about where the research needs to go Important Disclaimers   EECP therapy is approved in Australia by the TGA for stable angina pectoris and congestive heart failure (ARTG Entry 376470). Stroke is NOT an approved indication. This article and podcast episode are not medical advice. Speak with your treating physician before pursuing any treatment. This episode is not medical advice. It is a conversation about an area of emerging research that I find scientifically credible and worth understanding. The goal is to help you ask better questions, not to tell you what treatment to pursue. Where to Learn More ecplocator.com a directory of EECP therapy providers eecpbook.com is a dedicated resource on the treatment and its evidence base recoveryafterstroke.com for stroke survivors looking for a broader community Research cited: Zhao et al. (2026). Enhanced external counterpulsation for ischaemic stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis. QJM: An International Journal of Medicine. DOI: 10.1093/qjmed/hcag010. Therapy and Stroke Recovery: Can a Cardiac Treatment Help Grow New Blood Vessels? Bill Gasiamis sits down with Jack Clifford to explore EECP therapy, a TGA-approved cardiac treatment that may stimulate the growth of new blood vessels. Together, they examine the emerging research on angiogenesis, arteriogenesis, and whether this off-label approach holds promise for stroke survivors seeking to improve blood flow to the brain. Highlights: 00:00 Introduction – EECP Therapy06:06 Recognizing Health Issues and Seeking Help09:50 Hospital Experience and Heart Health12:12 Decisions Against Medical Advice16:28 Exploring Alternative Treatments18:06 Understanding Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP)21:58 The Mechanism of EECP27:03 Personal Transformation Through EECP30:29 Lifestyle Changes and Holistic Health34:35 The Impact of Stress on Health38:30 The Journey of Writing a Book43:29 The Role of EECP in Heart Health48:21 Raising Awareness for EECP Therapy56:05 Exploring the Future of EECP Therapy Transcript: Introduction – EECP Therapy Jack Clifford (00:00)Mine was really severe. 100 % blocked in my widow maker, the left anterior descending. I’m 95 in my left coronary artery and in my right main, I am 80%. And I’m still that way today, but I can run a sub seven mile. Bill Gasiamis (00:16)Welcome to the Recovery After Stroke podcast. I am your host, Bill Gassiamus. Before we get into today’s interview, I need to share something important. The topic we’re exploring today involves a medical device called an EACP, Enhanced External Counterpulsation Machine. In Australia, EACP is registered with the Therapeutic Goods Administration for the treatment of stable angina and congestive heart failure. It is not approved for stroke. What we are discussing today is emerging off-label research, not a treatment recommendation. Everything in this episode is for informational purposes only. This is not medical advice. Please speak with your treating physician before pursuing any treatment, therapy or intervention discussed here. With that said, let’s talk about something that genuinely fascinated me when I started reading the research. Your body has the capacity to grow new blood vessels, not just small capillaries, but to remodel dormant pre-existing channels into functional bypass routes. Scientists call this arteriogenesis. There’s also angiogenesis, the sprouting of entirely new Both processes matter deeply for stroke because stroke is fundamentally a blood flow problem. Now here’s where it gets interesting. A cardiac therapy developed for heart patients, not stroke patients, trigger exactly this kind of vascular remodeling. And in 2026, a meta-analysis published in the QJM across 15 randomized controlled trials and 506 participants found that EECP produced statistically significant improvements in functional outcomes for ischemic stroke patients. Now, that’s not proof. That’s not a green light to go and get an EECP, but it is worth a serious conversation. My guest today is Jack Clifford. Jack is a heart disease patient who discovered EECP therapy while managing his own cardiac condition and who has since spent considerable time investigating its potential. beyond cardiac care. I should tell you, I was skeptical going into this conversation, but I’ve learned that skepticism without curiosity isn’t really skepticism. It’s just closed mindedness. So I read the research and then I sat down with Jack. So if you find this episode valuable, I’d love for you to grab a copy of my book, The unexpected way that a stroke became the best thing that happened at recoveryafterstroke.com/book. And if you want to support the show, you can join Patreon at patreon.com/recoveryafterstroke. And I want to thank everyone who is supporting me on Patreon, especially the people that have been around for a long time and the people who have just recently signed up. I very much appreciate it. And now here’s my conversation with Jack Clifford. Bill Gasiamis (03:19)Welcome to the podcast. Jack Clifford (03:22)Thanks, Bill. Great to be here. Bill Gasiamis (03:24)Let’s give the listeners a bit of a background understanding of why you’re on the podcast. You’re not a stroke survivor, but we have something in common as ⁓ somebody who has been unwell before myself and you in the past. Tell me a little bit about your journey to the podcast So we just kind of give people an understanding as to how it is that somebody who’s not a stroke survivor. Jack Clifford (03:34)We do. Bill Gasiamis (03:51)how we ended up chatting together? Jack Clifford (03:54)Yeah, absolutely. So the quick version here is ⁓ I was on the brink five years ago of having ⁓ unsentable emergency triple bypass surgery. And ⁓ I chose a different path, which we’ll get to. ⁓ But you you have some level of placking if you have a stroke, typically, depends on the stroke, but that’s typically the case. And in my case, I had placking in my coronary arteries. So it resulted in heart disease. Mine was really severe. 100 % blocked in my widow maker, the left anterior descending. ⁓ I’m 95 in my ⁓ left coronary artery and in my right main, I am 80%. And I’m still that way today, but I can run a sub seven mile. I can do some things that a guy that’s as blocked up as that should not theoretically be able to do. ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (04:49)All right. Tell me about life before the injury. What kind of work did you do? How did you go about life? What was generally a day like for you? Jack Clifford (04:59)Yeah. So I’m retired military guy. Um, so, you know, been in the military most of my life, um, retired about 10 years ago, a little over that. And, um, so I’ve always been a pretty fit guy. It wasn’t, you know, it wasn’t a fitness issue per se. Um, and, uh, I, I, I had kind of lost some of my self care because my wife had been going through some real significant medical issues that really required my full attention for quite a while. And because of that, really stopped taking care of myself in the ways I had in the past for about 10 years. And when we had just moved to Florida, I started trying to take care of myself again. And that’s when I discovered all these problems. Bill Gasiamis (05:44)So what does not taking care of yourself look like though? Jack Clifford (05:47)Gotta be in a couch potato and being on my computer way too much research and for ⁓ trying to help my wife get better and hold down a job at the same time and raise a family and all these other things that took the priority off of me in that sense that one should be taking care of themselves, meaning exercising, meaning eating the right foods, so on and Recognizing Health Issues and Seeking Help Bill Gasiamis (06:09)You know, caregivers tend to die before the person they’re caring for much more often. And it’s cause of that reason, right? Because time is really taken up by especially full-time caregiving with somebody’s in the house and they need caregiving. need care. The caregiver tends to neglect themselves in every way, shape and form and tends to ⁓ make it about the other person. And then the other person. Jack Clifford (06:14)I’ve seen that and heard about it. Yeah. Mm-hmm. Bill Gasiamis (06:39)seems to be doing okay, but the caregiver is struggling and doesn’t ask for help and doesn’t go and doesn’t go and get looked after. And then things tend to catch up with them and they become the ⁓ sickest person in that relationship. Jack Clifford (06:55)It’s like that whole put your oxygen mask on first on the airplane type thing, right? Like, you know, we can’t we can’t give what we don’t have to give Bill Gasiamis (07:01)Uh-huh. Yeah. So you, did you notice, did you notice the steady decline in your health? Did you kind of go, I’m not feeling right. I’m a feel a bit sluggish like 10 years down the track, or did it just creep up on you? then you got to this point. Jack Clifford (07:15)It really crept, it really crept. I, you know, like I had initially exercise induced angina, but it wasn’t much exercise that induced the angina. And then it very quickly progressed to trying to walk and getting out of breath and, know, at very basic walking speeds, just moderately paced, you know, anything anybody would do out in your neighborhood. ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (07:39)Did you know that you had an angina? Jack Clifford (07:41)I did, yeah. I didn’t have a big heart attack episode like some people have. I’m 100 % blocked. There’s no heart attack to happen, right? Because the stuff is, I’m so blocked that it’s just a pure blood flow issue. A lot of people don’t understand that that 50 % blockage is a huge risk for a heart attack because you’re gonna burst a plaque and then go from 50 % to 100 % like that. But you know about collaterals. And if you have collaterals in place, the blood’s not getting flowing this way, you’re gonna recruit some lead oval collaterals to be able to just get by with your activities of day living. But if you don’t push yourself, you don’t know that you don’t have enough blood flow to do these other things. Bill Gasiamis (08:22)Okay, so you got to the point where you were so unwell as far as the blood vessels around your heart were so unwell, they were so blocked that angina led to another escalation or something happened that got you to the point where you realized, okay, things are not good. Now, tell me what angina is exactly and what it’s like to have it. How do you experience it? Jack Clifford (08:39)Yeah. yeah, yeah. I’d love to talk about that. Bill. at its most basic, it’s a supply demand mismatch. So, you know, the blood flow that’s supplying your heart ⁓ is adequate for X, Y, or Z activities of daily living. You know, walking around the house, doing the dishes, you might have enough blood flow for that, but you don’t have enough blood flow to go run a mile or even walk potentially, you know, or Hospital Experience and Heart Health but it’s all about supply demand mismatch. And that’s about just the size of the pipes, you know, if they’re clogged up, how clogged up are they? And, know, ⁓ that’s, really it. So, and what it feels like is it’s scary because it feels like a heart attack. all like, what does a heart attack feel like? Well, there’s a thousand different sort of, ⁓ descriptions of it. ⁓ you know, radiating down your arm or nausea or something in your back, but. you know, if it’s right over your heart, it’s unmistakable. And that’s at least my presentation of angina. And I think it was a pretty typical one is, you know, I have this weird kind of deep pain. initially, when I, when I started, you know, run, trying to run and got it, I thought, ⁓ you know, I just pulled a chest muscle weirdly over my heart. You know, I’ll stop and let’s see if it goes away. I come back, you know, no, same thing. Okay. Still not better. Let’s do it again. Another couple of days later, so on and so forth. I was just kidding myself, but I didn’t know anything about the horror at that point. hadn’t had to research all this stuff and do all the deep dive. Bill Gasiamis (10:16)That’s the same crazy logic that stroke survivors put to, I’m feeling weird. I’m dizzy. I’m going to go and lie down. I’m going to rest. It’ll be better later. ⁓ I’m too busy. I’ve got to go to work. ⁓ I’ve even had stroke survivors where somebody’s telling them you maybe you’re having a stroke, you know, just tongue in cheek and they’re like, yeah, no, probably not. ⁓ it’s the same crazy logic that we say about things that are unfamiliar to us that we cannot potentially. Jack Clifford (10:25)Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. Yeah. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (10:46)link to something so serious because we have no knowledge, we’re ignorant, right? Jack Clifford (10:47)Yeah. Well, yeah, I think that’s really part of the key there is like most times with something as sudden as what you’re talking about or what I’m talking about in my instance, because it was pretty, pretty sudden, you know, weeks and months. ⁓ We went from being these, you know, healthy people that felt like we were on top of the world to all of a sudden not. you you didn’t have a frame for what not looked like. ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (11:14)Exactly. Yeah. That’s such an important comment. We don’t have the frame for what not healthy looks like and therefore you don’t know what you don’t know. So you don’t take any action. You just brush it off. Okay. I hear you. All right. We got to the bottom of the stupidity behind a lot of my decisions as well to avoid going to hospital for a week, et cetera, the first time. ⁓ So you end up Jack Clifford (11:24)Exactly. That’s it. Bill Gasiamis (11:43)being really unwell on this particular date. Kind of what is that day like? Explain us. Jack Clifford (11:46)Yeah. Yeah. Decisions Against Medical Advice So I got tight. I, I, I’ve been a biohacker for a while. So that’s probably the only reason I’m here talking to you because I went off the beaten path really far off the beaten path to get to the place where I know what I know and I have to share what I have to share. ⁓ because I’ve been trying to help my wife get better for some significant issues, including a really bad traumatic brain injury. And some other things and doctors didn’t have the answers for those so we had to we had to kind of biohack our way out of some things I was comfortable back. I’m saying that to say my wife got me a Chili pad for my bed because you know been trying to biohack sleep for a while and the colder environments to sleep are you know better to some degree at least in theory ⁓ and so Yeah, correct Bill Gasiamis (12:32)Chili meaning cold, not spicy. Jack Clifford (12:37)Yeah, correct. A chili pad as in the cold. So it’s a device that just, you know, cools your bed off. And so I crank that down to 55. She got it for me for Christmas. So Christmas day Eve, I’m like hopping into bed, like I’m going to sleep really well tonight, you know, and I woke up at four AM like, Oh, you know, I thought that was the big one because it felt that way. I a dead sleep woke me up with, with intense chest pain. And I knew something was going on, you but I was kidding myself. I hadn’t talked to family about it. You know, I hadn’t shared anything about what was going on with anybody. So at this point I’m like, oh my goodness, you know, and I could be dying and have not had, you know, just been an idiot the whole time. So I rushed to the hospital and I didn’t have a heart attack. I just made it so cold that I made my heart work and that supply demand mismatch was happening all night long in my sleep. Bill Gasiamis (13:15)Mm-hmm. Jack Clifford (13:31)And so it got to this, you know, a giant, creeps up, you know, it’s like, can feel it. And then if you push it, you’re like, can really feel it. Well, you know, I woke up out of a dead sleep going from not feeling it when I went to sleep to, to feeling it to the extreme when I woke up. Um, but that’s when they gave me the, uh, the, uh, nuclear stress test with a treadmill test, right in the hospital. And it was, it was really bad. They can’t quantify your blockages with that, but they can tell you that, you know, you’re You’re kind of screwed. And I was like really screwed. Like it was 47, but they said I was one of the worst I’d ever seen. ⁓ yeah. So I had all weekend to think about it, you know, cause I was a Friday, fortunately, and they could, they weren’t going to do the heart catheterization until Monday and the doc, you know, I was signing consent forms for them to do bypass surgery and it was pretty clear that the odds of it getting stented was not really good, but that’s what you hope for. Right. And most people are like, we’ll just get a step. once then in you’re fine. And ⁓ in my case, it wasn’t looking likely. And my mother had had bypass surgery five years before that. And I watched her cognition after the bypass surgery just declined to the point where she’s in memory care now. And she had gone from being this vibrant book author of multiple books and you know, she was a hypnotherapist and she’s helped a lot of people in her life, done a lot of amazing things, but ⁓ she never. she never really came out of the bypass surgery as her whole self and pretty quickly was just completely not herself at all. ⁓ So I wasn’t ready to come back. Now she’s 76. Bill Gasiamis (15:03)How old? How old’s your mom? Yeah. I know with people that are older, ⁓ heart surgery can lead to cognitive decline and there is a link there. There is a number of it’s well researched. It’s a risk. ⁓ not one that you’re probably aware of and that they talk about much, but it definitely is a thing. so, okay. You’re, you’re you go to the hospital. They realize, ⁓ the Jack Clifford (15:15)Mm-hmm. Bill Gasiamis (15:37)charts are not looking good. ⁓ They do the tests. They suggest that what they can offer you is bypass surgery. your, and you’ve got a weekend, think about it and you, and you go home, do they go, do you go home with medication and joining the medications to keep the blood flowing with anything? What do they do? Jack Clifford (15:51)Mm-hmm. Where’d you go? Yeah, such a blessing. No, no, because I was leaving against medical advice so they weren’t going to help me, right? And I actually said to the doc, said, you hey, I’m new here because I just moved a couple of months ago to Florida. And I said, can I come see you? And I didn’t have a cardiologist. I didn’t need one before this. And he says, if you live that long, just walks out. So I was on my own at that point. There was no resources of institutional medicine. I had to go find resources myself. Exploring Alternative Treatments Bill Gasiamis (16:28)Wow. Things are pretty wild in Florida. If you live that long and he walked out. Jack Clifford (16:30)Yeah. Yep. That’s exactly what we said. It’s a very sobering moment for me. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (16:35)And you walked out. Yeah, and you walked out. Far out, man. So what’s the thinking behind walking out of that? Because I understand ⁓ that there are very few things that, like my situation was different, right? But I’ll give you kind of my thinking behind the, I’m gonna walk out routine. It’s like, there is a part of me that sort of says, I don’t need to subscribe to all that medical stuff, all the nonsense. I wanna try and avoid the medications. I wanna do all of that. Jack Clifford (16:41)Yeah. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (17:07)That means I’ve got to do some work to get to that point, right? I’ve got to make sure that I’m eating well. I’m sleeping well. ⁓ I’m exercising. ⁓ I’m not overweight. I’m not smoking. I’m not drinking. Like there’s a responsibility that goes with, don’t want to take that medication. Right. And one of the other things is that, ⁓ if it wasn’t for the medical industry, I would not be here recording this, ⁓ podcast. Yeah. So there’s this big thing, which is. Jack Clifford (17:31)Yeah. Double-head sword, right? Yeah. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (17:37)They’re not fixed. My brain is not getting fixed unless they go in and take out the faulty blood vessel and potentially risk all the complications that, that I got the ones I got, but also the ones I didn’t get, which many people get, which is far worse deficits than what I visible on me. So, ⁓ I’m, you know, I’ve never met anyone in my time who hasn’t Understanding Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP) who has been through the medical ⁓ system, who hasn’t benefited from it in a way that’s sort of sustained their life, supported their life, lengthened their life. Like everyone that I’ve interviewed has always gone through the medical system and has saved them, supported them, helped them, right? And you’re going to, the first place to get help you’re going to is a hospital, right? You ring up and you go, I’ve got to go. Jack Clifford (18:22)Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (18:31)to the hospital because I’m feeling like I’m having heart attack. You get there, they confirm it, and then the place that you go to for help is the place you walk out of. What’s the thinking? Yeah, yeah. You have the angina, the blockages. Yeah, you got all of that. Jack Clifford (18:41)Well, I didn’t have a heart attack. That’s a really important nuance point. you know, I’m sitting in the hospital all weekend. there was nothing at risk in an emergent moment for me. My heart wasn’t, you know, I wasn’t going to lose heart muscle if they didn’t do something. Like my mother’s instance was different. She had a heart attack. She probably needed the bypass surgery. It was really hard on her, obviously, like we talked about, but in my case, I had time, but they didn’t treat it like I had time, right? Bill Gasiamis (18:54)Okay. Okay. Jack Clifford (19:10)They treated it like, we’re gonna go in and take care of this thing for you rather than you have time to explore other options when I knew in fact I did. So it might be that getting bypass surgery is the right move for some folks, but it also might be the right move for you and me. We’ve already discussed that you take care of yourself so you never get in that situation. And yeah. Bill Gasiamis (19:32)Yeah. And this is not a interview about do as I say, this is not that interview, right? What this interview is like one person’s experience and what they did. That’s it. We’re not giving medical advice here. We’re not telling you what decisions to make. We’re not telling you any of that stuff. This has got nothing to do with advising anyone to do anything, but what it has got to do with is what either you discovered Jack Clifford (19:45)Yeah. Right. Bill Gasiamis (19:58)or you knew before and put into action or what you discovered after you left the hospital that weekend. So take us through the next sort of phase of I’m taking responsibility for this and I’m going to take advantage of something that is documented scientifically and proven. Jack Clifford (20:03)Yeah. Okay. Yeah. Mm hmm. Yeah. Yep. Yeah. And you know, like, so I’ll go into that phase, but, but I just want to share this thing because, know, you, you pretty much already told me when you first heard EECP, you like EECP what? Right. And most doctors are EECP what? Basically every patient is EECP what? And it’s, it’s just, it’s really not going to lie. really bothers me because this, this, this therapy is, is so well-documented. It’s, it’s, it’s FDA approved. It’s not controversial. Bill Gasiamis (20:25)Mm-hmm. Jack Clifford (20:43)⁓ it just anyways, okay. So, so, so yeah, so I leave the hospital and the only reason I knew about a EECP was because when my mom had her heart attack, I listened to a podcast by Ben Greenfield. He’s a pretty, you know, pretty high-level guy, right? And that had been, that was like 2015. And I just heard mention of it. was like, it was maybe like two minutes of the, of a 60-minute podcast at most, but I was like noted. So I looked into it from my mom. The closest provider was two hours away and you got to go 35 times and my mom isn’t going to drive. 35 times, you four hours round trip. It wasn’t gonna happen, so we moved on, but I just sort of knew about it. And when I say knew about it, I didn’t know, Bill, like what it actually did or how it worked. I didn’t look into it at that level. just, you know, like assessed the situation. I was like, okay, there’s something out there. That’s it. Okay, yeah. It stands for enhanced external counter pulsation. And you want me to go into a little bit about how it works? Yeah, okay, so. Bill Gasiamis (21:27)Hmm. And what is a ⁓ CP stamp? What does it stand for? Yeah, yeah, let’s do that, yeah. Jack Clifford (21:42)So EECP involves lying on a bed. From the patient experience, you’re lying on a bed. You have ⁓ cuffs wrapped around your calves, your thighs, and your hips. And inside those cuffs, there are little air bladders. Bill Gasiamis (21:55)those cuffs, are they like blood pressure cuffs? The Mechanism of EECP Jack Clifford (21:58)Yeah, like big giant Velcro blood pressure cuffs. Yes. Bill Gasiamis (22:02)Okay, so like they’re much bigger than a regular cuff, which is just over the bicep. Okay. All right. Jack Clifford (22:04)Yes. Yes. Correct. yeah, just that’s the right way to think about it. you you cinch them up, you’re getting really snug in this thing, but it looks like a giant pantsuit, you know? ⁓ And you lie on the bed and then you get a three lead EKG on you. It’s here, here, in here. And then in between heartbeats, the machine… inflates compressed air into those bladders at 1.3 psi to start with, which feels like kind of a gentle massage. And then the pressure can be increased in increments of 0.1 psi all the way up to six, which feels like the exact opposite of a gentle massage. However, if you go slowly, your body accommodates to that pressure and that pressure feels different, both over one session and over multiple sessions, meaning you might not get to six your first session, that’s unlikely, but as you do repeated sessions, you’ll increasingly get closer to six earlier in the treatment and be cumulatively more hours at those higher pressures. And what’s happening is all the blood, not all the blood, a significant amount of blood from your lower body is being pushed up in between heartbeats and it’s causing this phenomenon called sheer stress in your vascular systemically. And wherever there’s pressure differentials in the body, it’s giving a stimulus to grow. It’s saying the pipes are not big enough, you gotta grow. We’re trying to put through more than is gonna fit. The body’s like, wait a second, it’s not big enough. But growing things in the body takes time. And so you need those repeated sessions. Like I mentioned, T.R., before we started recording, it works just like cardiovascular exercise, but at levels humans can’t do on their own. ⁓ And so, yeah. Bill Gasiamis (23:52)That’s important to talk about. so just for a moment, we’ll talk about that. Like it works like cardiovascular exercise. So the idea with cardiovascular exercise is that what, does cardiovascular exercise do that’s similar to EECP? Jack Clifford (24:04)Sure. If you’re out running, when you hit that stride on your feet, you’re doing that same thing, right? You’re ⁓ sending blood up, right? And then your circulation, your heart’s beating twice as fast maybe than it normally is, or substantially more than you’re just sitting here heartbeat is. And that’s because the heart is responding to the environment around it and saying, I gotta get… a lot more blood, a lot more places. So I gotta work a lot harder. you know, is maintenance. So collateral blood flow. have alternate routes that we can use that lie dormant throughout our body. And those collaterals, if they never get used, they honestly, they get weaker and they close off, but they also can be reopened, you know? And then you can grow more of them. And… Bill Gasiamis (24:38)And what’s the result of that? Uh-huh. Okay, so there’s blood vessels that get less ⁓ blood flow because people are sedentary or people aren’t doing the type of exercise that would activate those blood vessels, for example. And then what in theory, not in theory, and then what happens in cardiovascular exercise, the body goes, we need more blood flow, let’s open up. Jack Clifford (25:12)Exactly. Bill Gasiamis (25:26)other areas where normally blood flow wouldn’t be required or doesn’t go. And EECP kind of mimics that mechanism. Jack Clifford (25:27)Yeah. Exactly. Yeah, but not kind of, it’s really important just to note, cause I don’t want, I don’t want any of your listeners thinking, well I’m just going to go run more. Right? I mean, by all means do that safely. You know, the dose always makes the poison with everything, but, but don’t think that you can, you can just go do this. You can do it to a limited degree with exercise, but you’re not going to grow, you know. that I didn’t have that before. And I like it because it shows you like the world of the possibly or it might be a little unsightly, but it’s feeding my brain. EECP has changed my cognition in addition to my heart, you know, my pelvis and my kidneys and my liver. you know, like it’s, it’s optimized blood flow systemically. Um, yeah. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (26:19)Okay, so let’s go back to the cuff, the cuff that we put on and then what happens. Jack Clifford (26:24)Yeah. Yeah. So, so you just lie on the machine. Typically you do 35 hours on a machine for a course of treatment and one hour a day is a typical, you know, five days a week. That’s just typically you’re going to the doctor. There’s lots of other variations of that, but that’s the typical course. And that’s the most well-researched course. And, ⁓ you know, over time, usually about halfway through those 35 sessions, if you had angina, you’re going to notice a difference, but Personal Transformation Through EECP you know, they use this to treat dementia. It’s a well studied in dementia. There’s a recent study in the US that was profound, a year-long study, a hundred demented patients, roughly a hundred non-demented or a hundred treated patients. Everybody had dementia and a hundred CHAM patients, placebo. The demented patients that got an EECP, they all got better when we know dementia, people get worse in a year, right? They all got better, all of them. And yeah, so that’s like, you know, similar phenomenon erectile dysfunction, similar phenomenon kidney disease, similar phenomenon stroke recovery. So, you know, these are studies. I’m not making it up. It’s just literally like really well documented. It’s not. Bill Gasiamis (27:33)studies that we can get a hold of and put in the show notes, link to the show notes. Jack Clifford (27:36)Yeah, go to to EECPLocator.com and all these studies are there. ⁓ Yeah. So what I did is in the U.S., I, you know, it’s really hard to find. so I couldn’t find it. I had to, I had to call around and like, I could find a few doctors, none of them near me, but a few of them that would had machines, but they would only use them after everyone had failed stints and failed bypass and they had nothing else to offer them, which makes no sense. But that’s how the insurance reimbursements work. Bill Gasiamis (27:41)Okay. Jack Clifford (28:04)That’s the only time they’ll actually pay for it. So that’s what they say it’s good for, but that’s not what it’s good for. That’s just what they can get money for, I guess. but, so I had to drive three hours and take a chance on a doctor and stay in a hotel to get my treatments. And it was really difficult. I mean, I ended up buying one of these machines and got it at my house and I’ve just been using it for the last five years. So, you know, 35 hours was great, but I was pretty bad off. Now I got about 700 hours and, uh, you know, more hours is just greater stimulus to the body to grow vasculature, right? And I mean, I… Bill Gasiamis (28:38)how do you know that you’ve grown? I know there’s this ⁓ feeling or this change that happens in the person. ⁓ Like you said, dementia, ⁓ people who experienced dementia have a better outcome later or a change in the way that they’re brain working, et cetera. can you see the, is there a way to see the difference between the blood vessels and Jack Clifford (29:02)You can’t, you can’t image, could image on a, on a cardiac pet would be like the only imaging or I guess, you know, if I went back and did a stress test again, you would, you would be able to see, cause it’s not quantifying specific arteries. It’s, quantifying the total volume, but I tried that they were, actually wouldn’t let me, they said it’s not safe because you have it at a stent or a bypass. So I went back to the same place that I got it, you know, and I was like, literally they put me through the imaging machine. gave me the dye and then they got Lifestyle Changes and Holistic Health I went to go on the stress test and the same doctor was there and he refused to tell me to go. So I like, wanted to say, hey doc, let’s go for a run. Cause like, you’re not going to keep up with me, but you know, so I, I didn’t bother with that, but I’ve got my own, you know, I did my own little stress, stress test with a treadmill, right? I started, I was getting chest pain. I found out where I can induce angina and I try and say just below it, you know, so I know where it is, right? I was 2.2 miles an hour. That’s not a fast walk. And then after the first 19 sessions where I was staying in the hotel, I got up to 2.7. That’s a really big difference even if it doesn’t sound like a lot. And then I got my machine and I kept going. And then within a couple of months, I was starting to do a running stride. And I could keep that up, no angina. I know where angina would come in. I had time calculations and everything. And then eventually, now I can run. comfortably 6.5 mile an hour pace for quite a while, know, push it up to 14 miles an hour for 30 second sprints and you know, like all kinds of stuff. So, ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (30:38)How long before you break the two hour barrier for the marathon? Like was recently done. Maybe, maybe the more blood vessels, the more blood flow. Maybe you can get there. Jack Clifford (30:42)⁓ I got zero interest in that. Yeah. I think so though, I think those Kenyans should be ⁓ hopping on these EECP machines and they’re I mean, they’re already amazing but. Bill Gasiamis (30:58)Well, you want the Kenyans to just completely own marathon running for the rest of eternity. It’s unbelievable what they did. Right. Like I imagine that there is something else going on there, but I imagine blood flow, oxygenation, more blood vessels. Like it’s got to potentially be a thing. reckon if you do a check between the last guy, me, who’s going to like 50 hours before you get to the other side and those dudes, there would Jack Clifford (31:03)Yeah, yeah, it’ll just be a Kenyan Yeah. ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (31:27)definitely be a difference because they’re exercising all the time, right? Jack Clifford (31:31)Sure, yeah, they’re pushing the collaterals as wide open as, know, whatever, whatever a human can do on their own, they’re doing it to the max to, know, the same phenomenon that EECP is doing for folks lying down. You know, they’re doing it to whatever the max you can without the machine, I would say. Bill Gasiamis (31:48)So this is a bog standard human body task. Like it just does that all the time. I have heard the blood vessels can reroute in the brain when somebody experiences a blockage and then, and it’s not useful at the time of the blockage, obviously, and it causes potential cell death when somebody has a stroke. But then later on. Jack Clifford (32:11)If there’s too much blood, the revascularization, yeah. Bill Gasiamis (32:14)Yeah, so EECP can kind of occur naturally and then it can support as much of the surrounding tissue as possible so that it doesn’t all die off. ⁓ So what you’re talking about is just encouraging EECP ⁓ to happen more than it would normally happen by ⁓ inducing it through this device where people ⁓ get sort of strapped in and then Jack Clifford (32:23)Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (32:43)the machine runs, what does it run like a program? Explain how that works. Jack Clifford (32:47)Literally, it’s just air pressure. got different pumps to pump the calves, the thighs and the hips up. And then it’s really just about the timing, right? It’s got to hit it at the right interval of your heartbeat. So it’s at the right place in diastole where your heart is at rest. that timing is very, crucial. And that’s really… Yeah, it’s not, it’s very old technology. The machine I have was built in 2009. You know, they have new machines that are portable now that I’m working with some of the manufacturers to actually, you know, make these available in the U S because there aren’t any in the U S but they do have portable machines that don’t require a bed. You could get treated on your couch. You could get treated, you know, on your own bed, uh, lying on the floor, I suppose. Um, so, you know, we’ve, we’ve really like technology hasn’t Bill Gasiamis (33:19)Wow. Jack Clifford (33:42)slowed down. just China’s like taking this thing and you know, have a basically every Chinese hospital has several of these machines and they treat patients in the, in the room with us. It’s, part of their standard of care for all kinds of different, different diseases that they’re treating. You know, and it’s adjunctive to just about everything. There’s nothing that you couldn’t do EECP with, right? ⁓ yeah. Bill Gasiamis (34:03)Okay, okay, so. How do you experience your body differently now? And actually, let’s go back actually, how long has it been since you came across this, decided to get the first treatment, implemented yourself ⁓ at home and then how do you feel different now? Jack Clifford (34:08)Oof. Yeah, it’s been five years and four months now. And every since like, this is this is a little hard part to quantify, because there’s been a lot of brain changes to from this, right? So so I don’t even like feel like my 47 year old self who was in the hospital, that feels really like somebody else to me. You know, it’s a version of me, I suppose, but I can’t really relate to that person. Because I like a small example. The Impact of Stress on Health I used to sleep eight to nine hours a night. That was my normal, my whole life. I was generally like the guy that would come in the latest. You could come to work. was the guy that came in the latest. You And now I get up at two 30 most mornings and I’m like, like rare to go with energy. I’m, you know, I’m working out doing resistance training. I’m reading, you know, I wrote a book, I’m writing another book. I’m writing a book on rectal dysfunction as it relates to this phenomenon, because that’s a whole other, you know, case study. and I work a full-time job and I just have an incredible amount of energy basically all the time. My mood is way better. My sense of touch is really different now. I give a lot more hugs because it feels really good. ⁓ My sense of smell and taste and… You know, hearing, you know, I used to like have to go to the bathroom at night sometimes, you know, wake me up to go to the bathroom. Long gone. Bill Gasiamis (35:47)So at the same time though, it sounds like also you might have changed other things as well though, right? So what else have you changed in the meantime? Jack Clifford (35:55)sure. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. It hasn’t just been EECP. Absolutely. you know, really good supplement routine. ⁓ Pretty extensive, but, you know, managing my lipids, for example, I take a thousand milligrams of niacin twice a day. I’ve been able to bring my triglyceride to HDL ratio to kind of an optimal one-to-one, using fish oil and some other things. ⁓ And, you know, I… I really stay away from carbs for the most part. I like to eat keto, but I like it to be what I call clean keto. So I’m not like pounding keto ice cream or all these things that are, you know, they taste good and yeah, they’re keto, but they got all kinds of oils in them that aren’t really good for your body. ⁓ And, ⁓ you know, I’m big into moving and being active and, you know, having an engaged social life as much as possible as well. I mean, I think that’s a very underrated thing. That’s actually an area I struggle in because I’m working so much, but you even this helps just, you know, getting to know people even online. But, ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (37:04)It sounds like you haven’t re it doesn’t sound like you’ve reinvented the wheel. Like everything that you say is things that people take for granted that if they implemented would improve their life before EECP. We’re talking about EECP today, right? But just those things alone would make a massive difference to somebody’s experience. And that’s kind of the message that I’m trying to kind of get into the Jack Clifford (37:17)Totally agree. I thought it a good Sure. Bill Gasiamis (37:30)⁓ minds and hearts of the stroke survivors who I interview and who listened to the podcast. My book, I’m going to, we’re going to talk about your book in a sec, but I’m going to talk about my book. My book, when I wrote it, I thought I discovered all these things that people, should know about that no one knows about, but it’s not true in here is mindset. ⁓ there’s a chapter about emotional intelligence. There’s a chapter about nutrition. There’s a chapter about sleep. There’s a chapter about community. Jack Clifford (37:32)Yeah. Yeah. No, please. Bill Gasiamis (38:00)⁓ that’s just the five that I can just rattle off the top of my head right now. And you’ve already mentioned that in the last few minutes, that’s exactly the things that you mentioned. And people take it for granted how much that improves your overall health. Right. The Journey of Writing a Book Jack Clifford (38:13)That’s so true. And also what’s wrapped up in the wrapper of all of those things that are threaded together is stress, right? ⁓ If you do all of those things, right, you’re lowering stress. How did I get heart disease at 47 when it happened to my grandfather in his late 60s and my mom in her mid 60s and it happened to me at 47? And we know it didn’t happen at 47. It was years earlier and I realized it at 47. Stress, you know? Like I was the guy that took on a lot. Bill Gasiamis (38:38)Hiding earlier. Jack Clifford (38:44)and had some traumatic things happen in my life and whatever, and I don’t need to go into that. But I always felt like it was all rolling off my back. Like, you know, I’m fine. know, like I didn’t, and there are reasons why I felt that way. ⁓ However, at the end of the day, I know that I wasn’t processing. There was so much I did not process. And I didn’t learn how to like have really good boundaries and that, you know, begot more stress because of those lack of boundaries and, but stress, right? You know, like, but if you have good good social life and healthy people in your lives, that takes stress off. Eating the right food takes oxidative stress off your body. You could go on and on, but I think stress is gonna kill you before anything else. Bill Gasiamis (39:17)you Yeah. I love that you said that. I love what I love that. That was the answer that you gave when I said, what else did you do? Because it’s not just, you know, it’s like, I’m going to eat well, but smoke, you know, I’m going to eat well, but drink excessive amounts of alcohol. Like, no, it doesn’t work. You know, you can’t do that. Yeah. can’t do. Yeah. Small. Jack Clifford (39:42)No, you gotta do it all in concert. It’s the layers, right? Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (39:49)numbers, know, the percentages they add up, you know, 1 % here, 1 % there all adds up and you get a result at the end of it. Okay. So, so you’re you’ve gone, I’m going to see if I can grow new blood vessels to support my heart. And what you’re found between the time that you went to hospital around five years ago to now is that the angina has Jack Clifford (39:55)Yeah. Mm-hmm. Bill Gasiamis (40:17)⁓ improved, they’ve gone away. The heart has improved, I beg your pardon, the blood flow. And have you had a medical examination since then to do other comparison? Jack Clifford (40:28)Yeah, I have. Yeah, I’ve got a cardiologist. I haven’t seen him and I’ve talked to him the other day because I talked about the book, but I haven’t gone to see him because he’s a plane flight away. But I’ve been worked up for the crowded intermediate thickness. You might be familiar with that as it relates to stroke. okay, well, they just measure your crowded arteries and look at the placking in your crowded arteries as a proxy for your systemic plaque burden. And flow mediated deletation, is they totally occlude the… the arm with a blood pressure cuff and then see how quickly you can refill it after, you know, like, it’s like five minutes of this, your hand is completely numb. And those all, you know, workups were good and that was after a couple of years of treatment. You know, I tried to have that stress test, like I mentioned, but you know, now I just see my primary care, you know, he’s a good guy and he runs on my lipid panels and, ⁓ you know, so I’m definitely monitored, but. What I haven’t done is gotten re-imaged because I don’t want to put extra dye in my system. Sure, somebody wants the images because they don’t believe me, but I’m not trying to sell anybody anything here. I’m just trying to spread the word on something. If somebody doubts my honesty, they can, it’s fine. Bill Gasiamis (41:38)I know what you mean, Jack. I know what you mean. I and I asked you because yeah, I would love to see that before and after. would love to see the blood flow. What’s happening, watch change. would be amazing. story to tell, but I also went out of my way if I could to avoid having more dyes and all that kind of stuff injected into my body. I totally get it. It’s okay. Yeah. ⁓ Jack Clifford (41:49)Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (42:01)Okay. So you wrote a book about it. Like, what was the idea behind the book? What were you thinking? Show us the one that you got there with the old book cover. And then I’ll include the new book cover in this image as we chat. Jack Clifford (42:06)yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Thanks. Yeah. So I started writing this book, in, know, ⁓ November timeframe, ⁓ after I mentioned to you, so my, my friend came down, ⁓ and stayed with me for 13 days and he had had some stroke damage five years before that was, you know, his whole right side, he just had like numbness and then pain. And then, you know, it this weird cascade of symptoms so bad, you know, sometimes he couldn’t sleep from it. And so All the time he took off work he could he came and he used the machine three times a day and then he left pain free and like nothing else had worked and then this worked and I didn’t per se expect that I but I was like, you I know it does stuff. It’s helpful. But anyways, when I saw that, you know, I really started digging even more because before that I was like, well, Jesus is amazing. But maybe it’s just me, you know, and and anyways, so, ⁓ so then I, you know, I just started writing the book one day and The Role of EECP in Heart Health You know, my mom was a book author and I always wanted to write a book. didn’t really have anything particular to write about and all of sudden I do. So I’m like, you know, let’s see what happens. And, uh, and you dig into the research more and more, and you’re just like, increasingly frustrated by how everyone has known about this. And yet, you know, they don’t promote it. They don’t talk about it because it’s inconvenient. You know, and I’m going to get a little, try not to get like soapboxy here, but Bill Gasiamis (43:36)Do it, do it, go for it man. Jack Clifford (43:37)Okay, okay, because, you know, cardiologists will say it, some of them, the ones that are honest, they’ll be like, like mine. He says, I was making obscene amounts of money, giving people bypass surgeries instance. And then I was given the same people bypass surgeries instance, a couple years later. And, you know, and then he stumbled upon some answers and EECP is one of them that helps his patients stay well. And, you know, he makes a lot less money. because of it, because he doesn’t go in and do these interventional approaches. And, you know, EECP, the most you could pay somebody is like $100 an hour, and you’re going to tie up a patient room for 35 hours with a tech, it doesn’t make any sense. I go pop a stint and you make 10 grand in two hours and never see you again. You know, like it just, I get it from, you know, I want to own a portion of Ferrari and have a lake house and a winter house, but You know, like, I don’t know how you live with yourself. You said go for it, man. I’m going to go for it. you know, and my son’s about to graduate. Okay. Yeah. Okay. Fair enough. I’m good with it. Yeah. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (44:38)But come on, come on, Jack. Yeah, you go for it. I’m going to push back. I’m going to push back as well. You go for it. I’ll push back. There’s yeah. Which is cool. Right? That’s what I want. I want to have a conversation and I don’t want to control the narrative, but the guy that goes in needs a stint today has a blockage. Like that’s life saving. That does work. What I am afraid of that happens sometimes when people go in and they’ve got a blockage and then they get ⁓ even even a stroke blockage. Right. in carotid or a vertebral artery. What happens is sometimes people go in and they get told you need a stent. Fair enough. You’re about to have a heart attack. You’re about to have a major stroke. If we don’t put one in, you’ll have a, that’s necessary. The challenge is, that that person sometimes doesn’t learn the lesson of what got them into the situation where they need a stent. Jack Clifford (45:22)Good. Exactly. sure. Yeah, by all means. Like emergency medicine is great. And we’ll put that in the emergency medicine category of cardiology, right? Why aren’t they offering you, why aren’t they saying, Hey, you’re at risk for a whole lot of other things just by this happening. Why don’t you come 35 times to this EECP machine and you know, like, or why don’t we have centers Bill Gasiamis (45:36)Yeah. Yes, and then later… Jack Clifford (45:55)all over. I found exactly one place in Australia so far that I’m not focusing on Australia right now. I do plan to take EECP Locator International, but right now the access points in the US are abysmal. 70, 80 % of the people in the United States could not get to a center. There’s no access point that’s at all realistic for them to get to. And yet these machines are not that expensive. They’re the price of a Decent not that great car. ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (46:24)we’re starting to see them in, I don’t know, health spas or something like that, where people will go, they’ll get yoga, they’ll get this, they’ll get that, they’ll get infusions perhaps and all sorts of other things. And there’ll be a machine or there’ll be a suit that people can put on and they can go through one hour. Jack Clifford (46:29)Yeah, that’s good. That’s great. Yeah, although I do want to say that the Normatech, like the compression boots that they have and some of those things, when they don’t use the pressures that EECP uses up to 6 PSI and they’re not sinking it in between heartbeats, it’s helpful, but we’re not talking about things that can do the same thing in the body. It’s on the right path and I’m not digging it as being worthless because it’s not, but it’s just not the right thing. Bill Gasiamis (46:47)Yes. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah, that’s kind of what we’re seeing. And to go back to your point is because the medical profession does medical profession stuff. this is not, it’s not that it’s not medically kind of aligned. It definitely is. But when you’re told that the way you solve a problem is through putting a stent in and then never talking to that patient again, to tell them how to avoid to get a stent in that’s Jack Clifford (47:31)Yeah, that’s your job. Bill Gasiamis (47:34)what they do, like they’ve been trained to do that forever. And that’s what they do. And that works and it saves the life. But what it doesn’t do, which I also have a challenge with this, it doesn’t teach the lesson. What it reinforces is that if I have something wrong with me and I go to a doctor, they’ll fix it. So next time it goes wrong, I’ll just go to the doctor and they’ll fix it again. And I didn’t have to change my life. Like this even bloody advertisements that do that. They Jack Clifford (47:51)just I’ll go and he’ll fix it. Yeah. Yes. Yes. Bill Gasiamis (48:03)They hijack that part of the person’s brain and they say, you know, have you got reflux, heartburn, that kind of stuff? Don’t let reflux and heartburn get in the way of eating the foods that you love. Just take a tablet. You know, that’s the same kind of thing, right? And that’s why the medical profession doesn’t do that because they’re not trained to do anything other than sell their thing. And their thing is what they went to work, to school for. Raising Awareness for EECP Therapy Jack Clifford (48:17)Yes. Bill Gasiamis (48:30)20 years to be able to administer. But every so often you come across an amazing doctor, surgeon, et cetera, who says, I can’t do anything more for you, but maybe somebody else can. Those guys are better than the doctor who says, we can’t do anything else for you and then send you off their way. That next sentence, but maybe somebody else can, I don’t know who they are. That is. Jack Clifford (48:43)Mm-hmm. Bill Gasiamis (48:57)I think a great thing to say this is where I think EACP kind of fits in that now that I’m here and things are not good. Jack Clifford (49:05)I totally agree. I totally agree. And yeah. And you, so you, you mentioned like the wellness spas and whatnot. And here’s the thing in 2015. So, you know, somewhat recently the FDA approved EECP for a brand new indication, general circulation, right? In healthy people. Like it’s right on the FDA indication. And also in one case in increase in VO2 max, but rough, that’s roughly saying the same thing. ⁓ yeah. Bill Gasiamis (49:32)for healthy people, was that part of it? Jack Clifford (49:35)Yeah, it said unhealthy patients and healthy people didn’t call patients. So, so, ⁓ but, but, know, the litmus test for that is, is your doctor say you’re healthy enough to undergo circulation enhancement? If the answer is yes, you know, it doesn’t matter if you got all that other stuff or not, you know, we’re just not treating you for it. We’re not saying ECPs is fix for this, your erectile dysfunction. It might help it. You know, what’s not saying it’s, it’s the fix for your stroke, but it might really help your stroke, recovery, but. Bill Gasiamis (49:47)which Jack Clifford (50:03)Anyhow, so like you can, you know, I don’t know about in Australia, but in the United States, you could get an EECP machine and create a viable business model off of helping people as soon as people actually know about it and what it does, right? I’m trying to solve the access issue in the United States by aggregating demand, right, as one of the solutions. So I have a website, eecplocator.com. And if people… ⁓ tell me that they like EECP to be available in their area, when I get like five to 10 patients in one area, we’re gonna find a way to get it to them. ⁓ The how is, you there’s a bunch of different possible ways we can get EECP to them, but at the end of the day, you know, like people need this treatment. They really, really do. Bill Gasiamis (50:50)Yeah. We’re not talking about anything ⁓ out there. Like this is not an out there thing. This is definitely common. Now I, I don’t know how I haven’t come across it. I’ve all these years after all these years now I’ve just because of our conversation right now, I just did a Google search and I typed in EECP machine Australia. And the first thing that came up was an Australian government department of health, disability and aging. Jack Clifford (50:57)No, it’s that. Bill Gasiamis (51:20)document from the Therapeutic Goods Administration, which talks about a mid-trade Australia EECP system model, external counter pulsation system stationary. So it seems like they have a… Jack Clifford (51:36)Like they’ve approved it, sounds like they have some approved devices. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (51:38)Something like they’re at least looking at it. Let me see what that says. The inclusion of the kind of device in the AI community is subject to compliance with conditions placed in post. Yeah, it sounds like it’s been through some regulated body in 2021. Jack Clifford (51:52)Yeah. Mm-hmm. Yep. There you go. Bill Gasiamis (51:57)This device is intended to provide external counter pulsation therapy and is indicated for use in the treatment of stable angina. Jack Clifford (52:06)Mm-hmm. Bill Gasiamis (52:08)pectoris and congestive heart failure. There you go, my friend. Jack Clifford (52:10)Yeah, it works great for people with art failure. It really does. Bill Gasiamis (52:14)Dude, father-in-law had heart failure. He passed away from heart failure just a few, about a year and a half ago. ⁓ Now, I don’t know, I’m not saying anything, but we’ve never heard of this before. Today’s my first time where I’m really going to deep dive about this thing with you. ⁓ So what are the challenges that you face? what are the, what is it? ⁓ The barriers that you face? Jack Clifford (52:20)Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (52:44)when you’re speaking to people about this or how people finding out about it, how do you help people like Jack Clifford (52:50)It’s just an awareness piece. It’s an EECP what? And then, you you get in with some physicians and then you got to duke it out a little bit. Not with all of them. There’s plenty of physicians, you know, I’ve talked to the physicians that have machines and are doing the right thing for society and still making plenty of money. ⁓ They’ll just tell you, you know, I’ve talked to some cardiologists and just they kno

Mike and Eli recap their trip to TPI and round with Jayson Nickol in California. Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist - Titleist.com Kudos to Mizzen+Main - use code SCRATCH20 at mizzenandmain.com for 20% off your first purchase MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

Please excuse Lazlo while he takes his morning drugs. What's something you learned too late? James Comey is indicted, and the guys go on a rant about the royal family. President Lincoln was throwing around a major penis. We've all dated someone who we thought would stab us. Lazlo knew it was over when he had to get rolled oats. Stream The Church of Lazlo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Josh Nichols re-joins the show to explain the "This is It" Practice Plan; Mike plays Old Town; Eli has doubts.  Mike & Eli go into a mental coaching session with Josh Nichols.  Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist - Titleist.com Kudos to Vuori - save 20% off your first purchase at vuoriclothing.com/chasingscratch Kudos to Footjoy - Footjoy.com Kudos to ShotPattern - save 20% off at shotpattern.app/chasingscratch MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

This show has been flagged as Explicit by the host. Cable Management / PC Speakers ... Boao 3 Pieces Cord Protector Wire Loom Black Tubing Cable Sleeve Split Sleeving for USB Charger Cord Cover Audio Video Cable, Each Size 10 ft 3/4 Inch, 1/2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JPV4NRJ Split-Sleeve Wire Loom for High-Temperature Automotive Harness and Home Cable Management, 25ft - 1/2 inch Braided Cable Management Sleeve Cord Protector, Self-Wrapping Split Wire Loom https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4LD8FP3 PreSonus Eris 3.5 Studio Monitors, Pair — Powered, Active Monitor Speakers for Near Field Music Production, Desktop Computer, Hi-Fi Audio https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C88ZB3D9 Wood Hangboard Rock Climbing Holds - Sturdy Hang Board for Climbers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X58S696 POWER GUIDANCE Hangboard Rock Climbing Holds Finger Strengthener for Pull-up Grip Arm Training Indoor and Outdoor Double-Sided Non-Slip Portable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09VTG6RZN Cosmos 1 Pc Green Screen Backdrop 43 in / 110 cm Diameter Foldable Portable Photography Background Green Screen Chroma Key Backdrop for Photography Photo Video Studio, Live Streaming, Video Meeting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQNRWL7K Key Points: New Monitor Setup: Ordered a new 49-inch curved monitor. Current setup involves a steering wheel that needs to be moved for gaming and work. Detailed process for switching between gaming and work modes. Cable Management: Discussed different brands of wire loom: Boao and teziicus Store . BOA is cheaper and see-through, while teziicus Store is more expensive but better quality. Explained the use of split sleeve wire loom for easier cable management. Tips on using heat shrink tubing and a heat gun for a better seal. Mentioned using Gorilla Glue for expanding and sealing large dongles. Recommended sizes for wire loom: three-fourths inch for larger cables, one-fourth inch for smaller cables. Labeling and Organization: Emphasized the importance of labeling cables using a label maker. Suggested using specific tape for patch cables and placing labels a few inches away from the plug for easy identification. Mentioned using twist ties for temporary cable management and Velcro for more permanent setups. Additional Tools and Tips: Used binder clips and paracord for temporary setups. Mentioned using power guide holds for rock climbing practice during calls. Discussed the potential for a dual monitor setup to avoid moving the monitor frequently. PC Speakers: Noted the shift from traditional PC speakers to studio speakers. Mentioned entry-level studio speakers costing around $99. Highlighted the need for a subwoofer for better bass. Discussed bass shakers for haptic feedback in racing games. Workspace Cleanliness: Emphasized the importance of keeping the workspace clean and organized. Mentioned using a green screen for video calls, hung from the ceiling for a flat surface. Conclusion: Encouraged listeners to keep their workspaces clean and organized for better productivity and aesthetics. Provided practical tips and tools for effective cable management and workspace setup. Closing Remarks: Wished listeners a good day and encouraged them to record their own episodes. Additional Notes: Mentioned the use of a standing desk and the challenges of dual-use with a steering wheel setup. Discussed the potential for a separate office table for gaming and work to avoid frequent adjustments. Host's Personal Note: Acknowledged the change in format for better show notes and clarity for listeners. Provide feedback on this episode.

JD is missing, presumed dead. We can only assume that all his bad decisions have finally caught up with him. But never fear true believer, we have Adam Carnevale from the hit podcast series 'D&D is for Nerds' to join us instead. Today we examine the friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man and see how we could re-design that amazing and spectacular wall-crawler. We take the first suggestion of attempting to get a sponsorship from Velcro and really run with it. From the Val-Crow to the Valentine Crow Man, we do our best to avoid getting sued by the general public, Charles Xavier and Val Kilmer's estate before turning on a dime to try and get that lucrative cigarette sponsorship money. Spiders are scary, we do not know why Peter Parker themed himself that way. Is he stupid? Excelsior!Links to everything at https://linktr.ee/plumbingthedeathstar including our terrible merch, social media garbage and where to become a subscriber to Bad Brain Boys+ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Show Title: A "Superfood" Upgrade Segment 1: Almost everyone knows blueberries are good for you. However, most people have no idea what happens inside their biology when they eat them every day. Let's discuss 5 things that happen inside you right now by making blueberries a daily habit: • You Slow Down Brain Aging. • These "Brain Berries" contain Antho-cya-nins that cross the blood-brain barrier. • Research shows they boost cognitive function by up to 20%, scrubbing away "brain rust" and improving memory recall. • Your Blood Pressure Drops Naturally. • High blood pressure damages your artery lining, making it like Velcro for plaque. • Blueberries smooth out that lining. It's a daily "system reset" that keeps arteries slippery and flexible. • You Protect Your Vision. • They strengthen the tiny blood vessels in your eyes, helping to prevent macular degeneration and cataracts. • You Reduce Your Diabetes Risk. • Despite being sweet, they improve insulin sensitivity. • They don't spike your blood sugar; they help manage it better than some medications. • You Fight Cancer. • Every day, your DNA takes hits from UV rays and pollution. The antioxidants in blueberries "patch" these holes and destroy abnormal cells before they become tumors. So, blueberries are a miracle food. But what if there were another food that could deliver these same antioxidant benefits 40 times over? And what if, rather than fruit, it was a decadent dessert? ________________________________________ Segment 2: The "King" of antioxidants. It's not a berry. It's Ca-cao. The plant source of chocolate. • "The ORAC Score" – (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) is the scoreboard for antioxidants. o Blueberries rank highest of all berries. o But Cacao scores up to 40 times higher o It is the most chemically complex food on earth Inflammation is the root of all evil  joint pain, weight gain, brain fog. o Cacao is the most potent anti-inflammatory food in the world. It cools down the "fire" in your joints. o It contains An-an-dam-ide (The Bliss Molecule) and Theo-bromine. o Unlike caffeine which makes you jittery, Theo-bromine opens up blood vessels (lowering that blood pressure even more) while lifting your spirts. ________________________________________ Segment 3: The bad news is that Snickers bars don't count. They are Alkalized: Regular Coco is treated to taste less bitter, which strips 60-90% of the medicinal antioxidants. Meaning you're eating empty calories. 1. To make it sweet, they add massive amounts of sugar, 1. That causes the inflammation you are trying to fight. You need "Functional Chocolate." • A specific blend of Raw Cacao and Collagen Peptides. • The Cacao protects the joints (anti-inflammatory), • And the Collagen rebuilds them (structural repair). So, here is the best strategy: Swap your current desserts for healthy chocolate treats to... • Flood your body with cell-repairing antioxidants 40x blueberries. • Lower blood pressure and reduce stress. • Boost cognitive function by 20% and slow brain aging. • Protect your vision. • Reduce diabetes risk and fight cancer. • Develop better skin and lessen joint pain while you sleep. Call to Action • Now, to get the benefits of 40 bowls of blueberries in some delicious dessert recipes... • Visit DennisJHenson.com and look under the Health Tab.

If you recognize the sound of a Velcro rip and your heart starts to pound the minute you hear that familiar hum, we need to talk. You likely bought a home blood pressure monitor to feel safer and healthier, but now you might feel like a slave to a rubber tube and a plastic screen.In this episode, we are looking at how a responsible health habit turns into a psychological nightmare in the form of fixation and obsessive fear. We discuss why blood pressure anxiety happens, often in the complete absence of an actual medical issue. Let's talk about how you can start living your life again without being tethered to a machine.---Want to talk about this episode?I'm hanging out in the Disordered Community space:https://disordered.fm/community------What we covered in this episode:The Paradox of Stress and Vitals: How the act of worrying about your blood pressure is exactly what drives the numbers up.The Certainty Trap: Why checking for reassurance only leads to more uncertainty and more frequent checking loops.The ACT Lens: Learning to accept the reality of health uncertainty rather than trying to perform behaviors to make the fear go away.Metacognitive Beliefs: Examining why you think worrying about your vitals is protective and learning to treat these thoughts as mental events.Detached Mindfulness: Using tools like the Blue Tiger exercise to recognize when you are being hooked by a scary thought.Rebound Anxiety: Why it feels reckless and scary to stop checking, and why that feeling is a normal part of the recovery process.Recovery from blood pressure anxiety is not about reaching a perfect, guaranteed number. It is about changing your relationship with your physiology so you can move your energy back toward the things that actually matter in your life.For full show notes on this episode:https://theanxioustruth.com/342Send in a question or comment via text.Support The Anxious Truth: If you find the podcast helpful and want to support my work, you can buy me a coffee.   Other ways to support my work like buying a book or signing up for a low cost workshop can be found on my website.  None of this is never required, but always appreciated! Interested in doing therapy with me? For more information on working with me directly to overcome your anxiety, follow this link.Disclaimer: The Anxious Truth  is not therapy or a replacement for therapy. Listening to The Anxious Truth does not create a therapeutic relationship between you and the host or guests of the podcast. Information here is provided for psychoeducational purposes. As always, when you have questions about your own well-being, please consult your mental health and/or medical care providers. If you are having a mental health crisis, always reach out immediately for in-person help.

Mike & Eli go into a mental coaching session with Josh Nichols.  Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Lagoon Sleep - save 15% at lagoonsleep.com/scratch  Kudos to LMNT - DrinkLMNT.com/chasingscratch MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

Send us Fan MailWe answer rapid-fire questions that separate pretty cabling from high-performing structured cabling systems, from tie-wrap pressure and bend radius to the real reasons links fail certification. We also get practical about project realities like crushed schedules, scope creep, testing expectations, and the skills that keep techs and PMs valuable as AI and fiber adoption grow. • choosing Velcro or tie wraps without crushing the jacket • quick bend radius checks that prevent hidden damage • diagnosing certification failures beyond “clean” terminations • protecting pair twist and performance over rack cosmetics • balancing speed and quality with mid-project checkpoints • avoiding new PM mistakes around handling limits and testing types • stopping scope creep with documentation and change orders • when to stick with one manufacturer for headroom and warranty • angled patch panels versus flat panels and rack space tradeoffs • running a real site walk with ladder flashlight PPE and access questions • where AI hits first and how field work changes later • why copper and fiber both stay relevant plus the top future skills Make sure you come back next Wednesday night. Support the showKnowledge is power!  Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling .  Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/3Odmj7r Epsiode description In this episode of Insights Unlocked, Nathan Isaacs sits down with Stephen Baer, author of Stickology: How to Build Unbreakable Connections with Employees and Customers for Life, to explore why engagement is the true engine behind business performance—not just a feel-good initiative. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience across gaming, corporate leadership, and behavioral science, Stephen introduces a powerful framework for understanding connection in organizations: “Velcro vs. glue.” He explains why most companies rely on fast, surface-level engagement that fails under pressure—and what it takes to build deeper, more resilient relationships with both employees and customers. Stephen also unpacks the critical link between employee experience and customer experience, sharing why disengagement shows up long before metrics drop—and how leaders can spot early warning signs. From designing for belonging in product and UX to embedding purpose into everyday decisions, this conversation offers a practical roadmap for creating organizations that truly “stick.” Along the way, Nathan and Stephen discuss the role of leadership, the importance of coaching over managing, and why not all friction is bad—highlighting how thoughtful, human-centered moments can actually strengthen trust and loyalty. You'll learn: Why engagement is a business strategy, not an HR initiative How employee experience directly impacts customer experience The difference between “Velcro” and “glue” organizations Early warning signs of employee and customer disengagement How to design for belonging in products and experiences What “good friction” is—and why it builds trust How to turn purpose into everyday operational decisions A practical 30-60-90 day approach to improving engagement Episode links Stephen Baer's website (https://stephenbaer.com/#home-section Stickology book (https://www.amazon.com/Stickology-Unbreakable-Connections-Employees-Customers/dp/9699592532) Stephen Baer on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenbaer/ Nathan Isaacs on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanisaacs/) Learn more about Insights Unlocked: https://www.usertesting.com/podcast

Marty Supreme should have won Best Picture, One Battle After Another is a career Oscar that might age like milk, and Michael B. Jordan playing two characters in Sinners is basically Mario and Luigi in different colored hats. Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo break down every major film of the 2026 Academy Awards in a sprawling and contentious Oscars special.   Manta Sleep — the Manta Pro sleep mask has 100% blackout coverage, fully adjustable Velcro eye cups, cooling gel, and is fully machine washable. Use code LFN at https://mantasleep.com for 10% off.   PrizePicks — Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/FOURPLAY and use code FOURPLAY and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eli finds a new weekly competitor; Mike plays the Cardinal with an LPGA Tour pro. Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist - want to join us at our San Diego event? Register here: The 4th Annual Mantooth Kudos to Mizzen+Main: Use code SCRATCH20 for 20% off your first order at mizzenandmain.com  Kudos to Fit For Golf: Go to fitforgolf.app/chasingscratch for 25% off any subscription and a 7-day free trial MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

In today's episode, we are honoring the upcoming Tannat day by featuring two Tannats! These wines are loaded with antioxidants and may be the healthiest wine on the market! There are at least three Tannats readily available on the shelves and Pilgrim's Market has two of them! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #CheersingWines featured this episode:2021 Don Rodolfo Art of the Andes Tannat ($13 at Pilgrim's Market)2020 Tablas Creek Vineyards Tannat ($45 when we purchased it 9/2023)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: CDA Gourmet and Rivaura!CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d'Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevatedRivaura: There's a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d'Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019!And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The Bells Up Winery Wine Word of the Week - Grippy A tactile sensation where tannins create a physical, Velcro-like "grip" on the palate and cheeks.Bells Up Winery: Recovering attorney turned winemaker Dave Specter composes micro-boutique wines with the intensity of a French horn fanfare. Experience your own Bells Up moment with a private, never-double-booked tasting by calling 503-537-1328.Mentions: Pilgrim's Market, Brooke Kochman, David Hoffman, Will Camarda, Denny Russell, Debbie Hansen, Daniel Grace, Turtle Rock Vineyards, Dave Spector, Mark Lathrop, Seasons of Coeur d'Alene, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars, Cinda Allen, Lisa Hatch - Tussing.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Derek Rohlffs Chardonnay, Will Winemakers Reserve Pinot Noir, Karen Birmingham Reserve Zinfandel, Cortelunga Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Cinder Tempranillo and a Zaca mesa Z Cuvée.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal 

Hey Team! We've all had those moments where we walk away from a conversation and immediately spiral into a "self-regulation hangover," wondering if we said too much or if we were just being "tolerated" rather than included. Feeling like maybe this whole friendship thing maybe just isn't for us. This week, I'm talking with Caroline Maguire, a veteran social skills coach and the founder of the Social Excellence training program. She holds a Master's in Social Emotional Learning and is one of the few experts who approaches social skills as a "muscle" that can be built, rather than an innate talent you either have or you don't. Her first book, Why Will No One Play with Me?, became an instant staple for neurodivergent families helping children struggling with social skills to make friends. And with what she learned from that book she is now bringing to her upcoming book, Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults: A Guide for the Anxious, Uniquely Wired, and Easily Distracted. In this episode, we're looking at the mechanics of friendship through a neurodivergent lens. We talk about the importance of proximity and "shared interest fuel" in bypassing the awkwardness of small talk. We also touch on the "rejection lens" and how our history of being bullied or marginalized can often color our current adult relationships. Caroline also walks me through some of her most practical frameworks, including the "Ice Cream Scoop" method for building trust and why having a "third place" is essential for creating low-pressure social friction. If you'd life to follow along on the show notes page you can find that at HackingYourADHD.com/285 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y835cnrk Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HackingYourADHD This Episode's Top Tips ADHD impulsivity often leads to "oversharing," which creates a "self-regulation hangover" of shame. The shift here is to view sharing as taking one "scoop" at a time, waiting for the other person to match your level of intimacy before offering more, which protects your trust and your energy. Our brains naturally hang on to negative social stories like Velcro while letting positive ones slide off like Teflon. Recognizing this biological bias allows you to challenge the "rejection lens" and realize that a friend's lack of a text might be about their own hard time rather than a reflection of your worth. Making friends isn't a 1-2-3 prescriptive step; it's about "social friction" and proximity. By prioritizing showing up at the same place consistently, you allow people to get used to you, which lowers the barrier for entry into community and future friendships. Remember, deep friendship doesn't happen instantly and takes work. Don't be discouraged if you're first attempts don't work out, keep at it and build up those friendships over time.  

Mike and Eli travel back to River Bend for the first major of the year.  #LGLG Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Titleist MUSIC CREDITS: "Dangerous" by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-fre…isrc=USUAN1100414 Artist: incompetech.com/ "Meaningful Change" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Amazing World Time Lapse" purchased via PremiumBeat.com The Lincoln Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLFqtV7dGY  "Epic Battle Speech" is by Wayne Jones "C Major Prelude" is by Bach "Air to the Throne" is by Doug Maxwell "Connect The Dots" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Latest Scandal" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "The Old Tale" purchased via PremiumBeat.com "Philosophy" by Eskimotion purchased via PremiumBeat.com Mixed by Lenny Sterner Copyright © Drupelets Media LLC

Did we really destroy the Tigers or did we just turn up when they understandably couldn't? In any case Josh Treacy put on a marking exhibition, catching everything. He'd catch a shadow in the dark! Time to Restump Podcast the toppling of the Tiges.That was some display from Josh Treacy. The one grab marking in less-than-ideal conditions often against more than one opponent was unrealistically clinical. If I was an opponent, I'd be calling for an investigation into the possible use of Velcro or superglue!The Tigers came out roaring, throwing everything they had at us in the first half to make it a hard-fought game until that point. However, while they did have some experience out there, you can't be minus your spine, play ten youngsters and perform for four quarters. Tom Lynch up forward, Toby Nankervis in the ruck and Nathan Broad down back would make any side infinitely better.However, we're not here to make excuses for opponents. Our wayward kicking saved the Tigers from a 150-point belting! 35 shots on goal to 13 and we kicked just 7 goals more than them. We had 12 players hit the scoreboard and almost no one was immune from the inaccurate disease. Oddly enough Caleb Serong, who goes at a tick over 45% career goal accuracy, was our most accurate with 2 goals 1. Only Serong and Treacy ended up on thee right side of the ledger.Luke Jackson had a wonderful game but even his usually reliable radar was off kicking 1 goal 4. The subdued Paddy Voss 1 goal 3, Switta 2 behinds and, while it was great to see him get amongst it, Jye Amiss hit 2 goals 3. It's difficult to contemplate that Shai Bolton may have just played his best game for the club without numerous goals involved. His mid work and forward of centre was a sight to behold and seeing the beaming smile on his face in play, we weren't the only ones happy with his work!Did we see some vast improvement in Sean Darcy the longer the game went on? He played under half of the first half but clicked over to 53.5% in the second half. Admittedly against non-existent ruckmen he should have shown something, but his confidence seemed to grow the more he got involved. But the question remains, does Darcy's reemergence lessen Jackson's output?To be honest the entire game and result was the formality it should have been. There was a fair bit of ‘going through the motions' but you still have to get it done. We turned up, weathered the storm in more ways than one, endured whatever Richmond could muster and then put them to the sword for a more than comfortable victory. We bank the four valuable points and we look to the next fortnight in South Australia.However, it's a sin not to celebrate a Freo win. So, bring your party paraphernalia to the parade and as we peel back the panels and probe the performances of the purple players on the pod.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Have you ever felt like your child has a little piece of Velcro stuck to them… and to you? In this episode, we dive into the world of “velcro kids”—children who struggle to separate from their parents—and what it means for both kids and caregivers. Our guest, Dr. Sara Briggs, a licensed professional counselor, clinical supervisor, and core faculty member at the University of Phoenix, shares her expertise from years of clinical work in private practice, community mental health, hospital settings, and higher education. She explains why some children cling, how it can affect parents' stress and well-being, and signs that clinginess may need extra attention. Listeners will also get practical strategies to help children build confidence and independence, while maintaining a strong and loving parent-child bond. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or educator, this episode is full of insights and tips to turn clinginess into an opportunity for growth and connection. The post Podcast #115: Velcro Kids: Helping Your Child Gain Independence appeared first on Northeast Ohio Parent.

TRANSCRIPT Aline: [00:00:00] Gissele: Hello and welcome to the Loving Compassion Podcast with Gissele. We believe that love and compassion have the power to heal our lives and our world. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more amazing content. Today we’re talking about the power of grief.  with Alene c Davis, who’s a creative mentor and an akashic channel who walks alongside sensitive souls at the beginning of their remembering after a life-changing accident. In years of learning to live with central sensitivity syndrome, she now shares her experience as a guide through inner work and self-healing. Gissele: Through her podcast, accepting your sensitivity and practices rooted in ritual and story, she offers a gentle invitation towards deeper remembering self-acceptance and authenticity. Please join me in welcoming Aline. Gissele: Thank you. I so resonated with your story. So as I was mentioning before the recording, my dog passed away. It’ll be [00:01:00] November, it will be a year in November, and we had him till he was 13 and he was a Doberman shepherd. Gissele: did I do everything I could have done? And I felt so. Guilty. And I did not expect that I, in the beginning, I didn’t even want a dog. I never had a dog growing up. And it was my husband who wanted a dog, but that dog became my dog. He was like my Velcro dog. Aline: My baby girl passed. It was two weeks today. And lots of people would say, oh, two weeks, Aline: She came back yesterday forever. Oh God. And this is my first recording of any kind. Without her, I mentioned to you a moment ago, I went live and read a poem afterwards, but actually doing a recording that it is to inspire and help people. This is my first one. And I asked if she can be here and help me. Aline: we’d had a really gorgeous day. She was giving me signs anyway, and in the [00:02:00] morning something happened and I contacted my own vet and I said, please, can you come and see her? Aline: And he didn’t have a car. And I said I don’t want to put her in the car because, I don’t want to disturb her. she had a little accident, let’s just put it that way. And then I, so I cleaned her up and we were lying on my bed. I had all my beautiful music on from my spiritual mentors, their incredible healing music, which she loves. Aline: And we listened to, I was in a workshop with my mentors last year in Germany. We were listening to the whole the first half of that. And we both fell asleep. And then I woke up, she woke up, we stretched out and I was like, oh, this, oh, it just felt really normal. And then the vet messaged me and said, I don’t like the fact that she’s sleeping and that she, you think she’s got anemia? Aline: You need to take her to another vet. And I was like, I don’t want to put her in the car. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: And then I jumped on the bandwagon of his fear rather than just stepping back and going, do you know what She’s comfortable, we are [00:03:00] in this space, this beautiful space. And I, at that point, I was feeling she was getting better because she was starting to walk. Aline: She was at one end of the bed and she walked towards me and then just laid down next to me. Normally she was here. So we lay and like I said, we fell asleep together. And then we would always touch pauses. I’d always sing to her. And it didn’t matter where she was in the house, she would find me because she loved the vibration of singing. Aline: So wherever I was, wherever she was, she could feel me singing and she’d be. Like 10 seconds later she’s there, or she’s either on my lap or in my face where you know her, wherever I was singing. And so I made my peace with it because I don’t know what would’ve happened. We got to this other vet, which was a half an hour drive away, unfortunately 40 minutes in the end. Aline: And it was a very hot day, and I’ve never been apart from her in the vet. And they said, we need to do a blood test. I said could you give her something first, please? [00:04:00] So what had happened was my vet had said, go now. And I said don’t I need an appointment? They usually close between two and five. Aline: I said no. They know you are coming. And I said who is it? Is it somebody you know that I know? Yes, they’re gonna be there. And what transpired was when I arrived, one of the assistants had a go at me because she’d been trying to call me to say, don’t come. Because such and such a person won’t be there. Aline: However, I can now see this other person who I’ve never met before who did not have, and I don’t wanna go into judge mode. I was, I, yeah, it happened how it happened. And so this person is saying to me before we give her anything, it’s better to see what’s going on. I said, can you not just give her something like vitamins or something or, because my vet had said, just get her on a drip and she’ll be fine. Aline: That’s what my vet had said to me. So I had this going, I had this monologue going on and I [00:05:00] kept saying, and because it was in Spanish, I live in Spain. I’m I’m very understood with my Spanish. They just don’t, when you are in a situation like that, and none of my family were here. I was just on my own with my baby girl. Aline: And there was nobody that I knew. There was the lady who had been there when we’d been there two days ago for just a normal procedure, which I will always be going. Why did we do that? And I said to her if I’m not allowed to come for this blood test, ’cause I said, I want to be with her she’ll need me there. Aline: I’m her home. Yeah. And he wouldn’t let me go in there with the blood test. I said to the woman who had a go at me when I arrived because she was there before, I said, can you just please be with her? At least she knows you. So she when she came back, ’cause I had to go move the car as well, which was like, oh my, I parked in a disabled space. Aline: I had to go move the car. I can’t. So I was running around anyway, so I came back and she was just very quiet in her basket. [00:06:00] So I put the healing music on. I was sending her energy. She was traumatized. So then he came back with the results and they weren’t great. And I said I don’t want to do it here. Aline: It’s really important that she’s at home with her family, her for family, so they can understand. And I still had this thing going through from my vet saying drip. And I said let’s give her a drip beforehand before we go. And that didn’t go very well anyway. I dunno why I’m talking about this ’cause it’s awful. Aline: So that didn’t go very well. And then I was on the phone to various family members saying because he was saying, this is it basically. That’s what the results have come back with. And me being me on that. Actually no, because if I can get you back in the house and I can do some healing with you, la, la all of this. Aline: Yeah, I know I can help you. I know I can heal you. I know, I’ve done it loads of times. We’ve been here before. And she started with what I now know is called the death rattle. And it was because this [00:07:00] drip was going in her and it was horrendous. It was awful because I’ve never seen her like that. Aline: And it would be forever did I do the right thing? Because she could have just passed in her sleep next to her mom on my bed. I don’t know. And then I was like actually it couldn’t have happened any other way. We’ve had some kind of agreement, some kind of contract. Because I said to her we had a conversation and I said you’re here until 19, meaning 19 years old. Aline: Yes. And she’s yeah, we, I’m here until 19. And she passed on the 18th of September and she was collected on the 19th. ’cause I had her overnight. That was the other thing the vet tried to tell me I couldn’t take her. Said, this is illegal. I said, I don’t care. She’s coming with me. I’m not leaving her here. Aline: So as she’s passed and I’m singing to her, he’s standing there with a stethoscope waiting to see if the, the injections. And I said, could you please just give me a few minutes? [00:08:00] Yeah. And then I also said to him, I may look very strong and very like this at the moment. I said, I’m on the floor. Aline: I said, I have to drive back and I have to keep myself together. Everybody else who knows me that’s not here will understand this. And he finally got it. I don’t know why I’m talking about this. Gissele: now went through the same feelings that I so resonated with what you were saying. my Velcro dog. he had health issues ’cause he, we adopted him from the pound and he had so many issues and I was constantly dealing with his issues. And and I’m sure I caused some of myself in terms of being that helicopter parent, not with my kids, but with my dog, which is interesting. Gissele: ‘Cause my kids wouldn’t allow that. And when he passed, so he died of a seizure disorder. Like he, he got really bad seizures and he would snap out of them, but it was horrific. It like see him thrashing about, he was on medication and we were monitoring it. Gissele: We felt an extraordinary amount of guilt. I started thinking about [00:09:00] all the things that I could have done better , like it’s funny how we do that to ourselves. Like even the last day on the day, he was like whining to go outside and I was like, oh, I’ll take you outside in a minute. ’cause I was distracted about something. Gissele: And then soon after he had a seizure on his bed, Maybe if I had taken him out, maybe he had some toxins and he couldn’t. And it’s just, it’s amazing how you make yourself crazy. You internalize it, you blame yourself. Because it’s just so unconditionally loving and it can’t speak to you in the same way. Gissele: And I felt so bad for a little while and I allowed myself to sit with those feelings. But it does not feel great. And I realize now having not had ’em for a year and it was difficult because there’s so many habits you create. So when I would get home, I’d be like, oh, I gotta take bear now. Oh wait, there’s no bear to take out. Gissele: I’m slowly [00:10:00] realizing all the gifts he gave me the gift of unconditional love, the gift of awareness, and I realize now couldn’t have left any other way. Gissele: it would’ve been like so drawn out and so difficult for me. He just, he had to go that way. Gissele: It could not have been any other way. And in fact, the last seizure didn’t stop. We had to take him and I was desperately like you trying to call vets and somebody who would find, ’cause it was after hours. we had a vet who was like a traveling v she was amazing, but the seizure itself became way too much for her to manage. Gissele: She didn’t just have that experience. So we ended up having to go somewhere else. And we had to take him somewhere to put him down. And I was like, you, I was hysterical. Like hysterical. Because there’s another people there with their dog and I think their dog was having some sort of procedure. Gissele: And you hear me be hysterical. We’re talking hysterical. I’m like a spectacle myself about my dog. And I’m like, don’t put my dog down. And I’m like, and those people are like, oh my God, what’s happening here? ’cause they’re waiting for their dog. And their dog seems to be out. Guess they’re doing something to it. Gissele: I don’t know. Aline: Oh [00:11:00] yeah. Aline: Sorry Aline: about that. Yeah. Gissele: Yeah. Thank you. And I appreciate that. So that’s why I was really resonating with you story. They let us take our dog home, like in terms of we could bury it in our dog in a backyard. And that’s what we did. Gissele: Is that different where you’re, Aline: well, Gissele: you’re not allowed to Aline: do that. I think. Without, and I’m not casting aspersions ’cause I’ve spoken about this with my super vet afterwards. And he was just like, no, Aline, because the, these, this other vet just call him the other vet. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: That’s seconds afterwards because I was saying, okay, I am going now. Aline: And he said you can’t take her. And I said, and my whole family like, yeah, I bet that went down well. And I said I’m taking her. And he said it’s illegal if you get stopped by the police, you’ll get a fine. And I was like, who is gonna stop me? Really like a random, anyway, so it was just one of those moments because I’m a, I am a huge believer in, we create how we feel, we create what’s happening around us. Aline: And [00:12:00] my frustration, and I completely resonate with what you are saying as well, so much my frustration was. If I had just listened, if I had just taken a breath and not jumped on the bandwagon of fear of my super vet and said, okay, maybe we wait and get her to the vet this afternoon. And then I’ve also felt into it and it’s what happens if she started showing signs in the house and I couldn’t help her, and there was nothing that I could do. Aline: So I am at the stage of it couldn’t have happened any other way. I am there. So thank you for saying that. I am there now. I just feel, because she arrived home yesterday forever. And this is my first recording without her on my lap. Yeah. Or near me cranky. It’s, here I go again. And what, and as I was saying to you before, what has been so beautiful with my family member, she said to me, Aline, I cried for a year. Aline: I [00:13:00] said, good luck. She said, I cried every day for a year. And there was a, an association that she went to, there was a singing group that she went to and nobody said anything. And there was a, the chap came up to her after a year and said, and he’d never really, didn’t, really wasn’t one to talk and chat and, and he just said, you are better after a year. Aline: He said, you are better. Aline: And I just thought that was so moving that he saw. my family member was in. So much pain, was very different, was very withdrawn and just noticed and didn’t say, are you all right? Can I do anything? Just left her to be in her space. And then as she was better. Aline: He let her know. And I just thought that was so gorgeous. Yeah. And also it’s allowed me, there’s a certain family member that couldn’t talk to me for two days ’cause they were so upset to see me this way and, British stiff [00:14:00] upper lip. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: Masculine that kind of thing. What it did allow me to do, I do feel it brought our family a little bit closer together because we all shared moments that we haven’t shared before. Aline: And I was diagnosed with central sensitivity syndrome about nine years now. And when I was younger I used to cry quite a lot. Anyway, it’s part of being an empath, I now know and guide others in that respect. And I remember when I was diagnosed with a central of sensitivity syndrome, I was like, you’re gonna you’re gonna feel, it’s like I already do. Aline: So it was labeling what, was there something you already experiencing now? Yeah. And I remember, ’cause I was very teary. I had an accident nine years ago and my whole life changed basically. And I remember this particular family member going what’s wrong? Why are you crying? Aline: I said there doesn’t need to [00:15:00] be anything wrong. I just, sometimes I’m gonna be like this because everything is heightened even more than it was before. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: And so Gissele: I can totally relate to that. Aline: Yeah. And I got to a point where, okay, I can’t really cry in front of anybody ’cause I don’t want anyone to feel that something’s wrong with me and I have just been crying. Aline: Let’s just put it that way. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: And as I said with the, with one of my family members, we’ve never cried together. We were on the phone for an hour and a half crying together and sharing, and she was sharing with me. And and I understand for some people this beautiful image that I’m seeing just out, out the door at the moment where and I understand for some people it’s like, why are you sharing your grief on, on Facebook? Aline: Or on Instagram or because at the beginning, yes, it was very private. One of my best friends was with me when the vet came in the [00:16:00] morning. The next morning. ’cause I, I did a little Egyptian send off for her. And those photographs won’t be shared. And my friend also, she took photographs of me holding my girl and bawling my eyes out because I held her for two and a half hours, I would say whilst my friend was there. Aline: ’cause I felt, ’cause I, she was so bored, she arrived and I had the door closed and I said, just to let you know, Cleo is my beautiful girl’s name. Cleo is here. And I don’t want you to feel uncomfortable that I don’t feel uncomfortable at all. I think it’s beautiful. So it was it, she just held me, she allowed me to be in my space. I went into my medicine wheel with Cleo. I was crying my eyes out. I was singing to her. And I think possibly at that moment I was in shock because it happened so suddenly and it was all a little bit dramatic. And then it’s and you’ll, I’m sure you’ll resonate with this. Aline: You will. You’ve already said it’s habits, She would jump from [00:17:00] each side in the morning to wake me up, I didn’t need an alarm clock. Yeah. It’s all of that. Gissele: Yeah, Aline: thank you for allowing me to share and holding this beautiful space. I didn’t expect to come on and cry my eyes out. Gissele: I wanted to talk about grief Yeah. And how uncomfortable we are with it. It’s amazing how, and I know cultures take diff grief differently, but we seem to believe that there’s a time limit on grief when the truth of the matter is, it’s a journey and it’s a journey that takes people, different time, different space, whatever needs to happen. Gissele: I’m still working on myself, right? Like my self-love, my self-compassion, all of those things. And nobody says, Hey, you should be compassionate by now for yourself, right? Aline: Yeah. Gissele: But we kinda have this misconception about grief, that it needs to be about grief, that it needs to be brief, but that it needs to not be seen. Gissele: Yeah. What are some of the messages you had received about grief growing up? Aline: Grief growing [00:18:00] up? Aline: there was a family member who passed on my eighth birthday and a family member went away to had to leave and come back for my birthday. We were on holiday in Spain and my family member had to go away and then return. And you wouldn’t have known, you wouldn’t have known there was no sitting down and discussing it. Aline: My our furry family they were there again up until in, in my teens. And I think, yeah, so I was never really, grief was never really explained. And I believe that grief can be in so many ways as well. It is, when you know, and this is what I help people with as sensitive people, when we finally realize our sensitivity is a gift and we start taking off the masks of people pleasing and performing, it’s actually this is who I really am. Aline: There can be grief for the old us, and. [00:19:00] That’s quite a diff difficult one to explain because people can think why on earth are you so upset about that? It’s allowing people the space to have whatever they need, and it’s like I mentioned before about, try to be in a no judgment zone about that vet. Aline: I’m working on that. Yeah. Gissele: Yeah. it’s recent, right? Like Aline: Yeah. Gissele: It’s interesting and I love what you said because we have so many judgments about how we should feel or not feel and the timing of how we should feel it. But the truth of matter is the more we allow our feelings to be there and allow ourselves to feel the feelings, the quicker they pass. Gissele: and it’s not that they have to be quick, but just they have less reason to linger on for such a long time. Yeah. But grieving in isolation is so lonely and it’s so difficult. Whereas when you can come together to grieve together to celebrate together, [00:20:00] I think that helps grief feel a little bit lighter. Gissele: Like you said that you the grief of losing Cleo led you to have closer moments with your family. What a gift. Aline: Yes. Gissele: What an opportunity to be able to talk about maybe shared experiences that hadn’t happened and how this particular negative experience or difficult experience came a vehicle for a closeness and a gathering of people in your life. Gissele: And I often don’t think that we think of grief that way. I can’t think of a time, and it could be that I’m misremembering. I can’t think of a time where my family, I mean we have grieved together, but it was like, do you ever feel like it was a whole bunch of individuals in the same room? Aline: Yeah. Gissele: Right. Gissele: So it’s I think there was support for one another, and yet the same time, maybe it was me, I just felt [00:21:00] like I was an individual grieving in a group and not grieving together. But I have had family come together for grieving. I just don’t remember feeling and maybe this is me judging, even judging that experience. Gissele: Maybe it was just the fact that I didn’t feel supported or, so it could just be that. But grief is an interesting one. It’s one we don’t like to experience, right? I have made this mistake. And so like asking people, are you gonna get another dog soon? Are you gonna get another pet suit? Gissele: Because I didn’t know how to manage those difficult feelings until it happened to me. And I was like, don’t even ask me about another pet. I’m Aline: gonna kill you. Yeah. Because Gissele: I can’t even think of another pet. Like when people say to me, oh, do you want another dog? And I know my kids want another dog. Gissele: I want my dog. Aline: Yes. Yeah. Gissele: I miss the being that I, I lost and that’s what I was [00:22:00] grieving those moments that I had, the moments where he would lie down and I would look at him and be like, oh, you’re just so beautiful and perfect. and he was such a mild manner dog. Gissele: Like he, he was like, he was just such a old soul. he didn’t get bothered by things. Yeah. He was a bit whiny and that’s like the doberman in him. But I just remember. How much joy he brought me. And so he taught me about joy and unconditional love. And yeah. So for me, but we do that. Gissele: ’cause I’ve done it. I’m being vulnerable. I’m admitting I’ve like, when people are like, oh, they lost a dog or a pet or whatever, and I’m like, oh, are you gonna get another one? Because you don’t know what to say. You don’t know. You’re so uncomfortable, you don’t know what to say until you’re there. Gissele: Then you’re like, yeah, don’t say that. Aline: Yeah. Mark that one off. I am, I’m very lucky in, in the sense that I have beautiful other furry members around me. It’s not Cleo. [00:23:00] And actually one, one of my family members said, she said, you are gonna grieve Cleo like a person. And I didn’t respond to that because I’m grieving Cleo like the beautiful being that she is. Aline: Yeah. And it’s really interesting you’re saying about. You felt that you were grieving individually because everybody has their own way, don’t they? Everybody has their own process. And it was interesting for me was I had pain in my shoulder and my go going all the way down my arm for three weeks before she passed. Aline: And it was if, as if it was as if, ’cause that’s the heart area and couldn’t work out what was going on. It was as if my body was already preparing for what was happening. Oh, wow. And I couldn’t move or do anything. And luckily I’d already made the decision that for July and August and and it turned out September, I was sharing previous podcasts from a couple of years ago. Aline: So I didn’t, I had all that organized in advance, [00:24:00] obviously no such thing as coincidence, as a synchronicity. So I had this whole pain going through me and then. It wasn’t until after a couple of days I was that, oh, after she passed, I was like, oh, okay, so you’re giving me that pain to get me ready for the real pain going on in there. Aline: And just talking about the group grieving, it was when my a family member, again, don’t want to be too personal. A family member passed and because of what had happened when I was younger and I hadn’t seen any reaction from this family member about their family member passing, I was on holiday with with a, an ex-boyfriend. Aline: That’s another story for another time. And I got the news and it was okay, we need to get a flight. We need to get back. And because I had not because I had been there, I just expected that partner would come with [00:25:00] me. And they didn’t. Aline: And when I arrived I was feeling, because I had been bawling my eyes out and this person, this ex partner who I was with could not deal with it, could not deal with it at all. No way. I mean it, ’cause it was two days and then before I could go back, before I could get on the flight and I was just crying, crying, cry. Aline: Because as empaths, even on the phone, even, just energetically with our family, we just sponge everything in. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: I was, I was feeling what I was feeling. Absolutely. And so when I arrived to the place to go, where this family member’s house had been, I expected everybody to be stiff up a lip and not crying. Aline: And actually it was really beautiful because another family member had said to me, I’ve never seen them cry when I was eight they didn’t say to me when I was eight, it was years ago. ’cause I was saying, what happened? I have no real recollection of it. And they had also been, [00:26:00] they had also been away. Aline: They were in Spain, they were on holiday in Spain. And what had happened that night, one of my family members Gissele: They were out for dinner and one of my family members , started feeling really edgy and they were in an andthe, which is where I am now. Aline: And there’s a magic about, and lu it’s on incredible lay lines. There’s a lot of magic going on here. Yeah, Gissele: yeah. You Aline: know, there’s a lot. And they were driving back and there was a dog in the road and they stopped. And then this dog, the way they both explained it is this dog was like a big kind of greyhound, not really Greyhound, that had my grandfather’s eyes was trying to get in the car. Aline: Oh, wow. Yeah. It was trying to get in the car and it was like a sil, more like a silhouette trying to get in the car. And then there wasn’t anything there. And one of my family members, saw this and they, wow. Yeah. So they are a lot more [00:27:00] accepting of. Who I am, not that it matters, they are a lot more accepting of who I am now. Aline: They’ve experienced various things. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: And it was just really beautiful. And so they’re talking about this, and then what happened? They got back to their hotel and there was a phone call and it was the news. And so one of my family members, had been really like anxious and antsy saying she wanted to get outta the car before the dog arrived. Aline: And it was obviously that, that passing time. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: And so when I arrived, I’m just gonna say, when I arrived in Scotland from Cyprus and that’s, like I said, we were all in different places. My grandpa’s okay, yeah, I’m gonna go now. ’cause he was a complete joker. He was, he when they were younger, they they would play tricks on the tax man. Aline: He would get things like get a sign on there and say kick me for, I have sinned. But it was a complete joker. That’s, and so it was, he was gonna go when we were [00:28:00] all in different places. He was always playing practical jokes. One of the things he did to my grand, which is an absolute I love this story, was they were gonna move, pull up the patio. Aline: And my gran lifted up a slab and there was a five pound nose center. It. She’s oh my God, look at this as a five pound no. Oh my God. And she lifted up all the, all of the slabs. And my grans was absolutely falling about laughing. Gissele: That’s one way to get somebody to know the Aline: work. There’s gonna be loads more underneath. Aline: And then another thing that he did was he switched the just silly things. He switched the hoover off from upstairs when she was hoovering. Gissele: And Aline: then she went to check it and then it didn’t work, and then it started working. So he was switching on and off, taking the plug on an net. And so then at one point she’s doing, trying to quickly get the hoing done before the, anyway, I dunno why I’m sharing. Aline: It’s just fun. It’s just, silly thing. So he was a complete joker. And then for him to turn up as a dog with the [00:29:00] eyes. And then as I said, when I arrived at his house and I expected everybody to just be my, my closest family. Yes. Stoic. Aline: And they weren’t. And ’cause I, and I said, I actually said to one of my family members, , I said I thought you said you’d never seen one of my family members, cry before. Aline: And you said, oh no, she’s been crying. And I was like, brilliant. Great. Yeah. And I, I don’t know if it’s because, we’re all going a bit more towards the divine feminine or it’s because they were, ’cause they were in. When the situation happened when I was eight, they would’ve been in their mid thirties. Aline: So whether it’s with experience, it’s like I don’t give a monkeys what anybody thinks. I’m just gonna do what I need to do. It might have been that not, trying to keep up the Joneses and show that we’re all absolutely fine and wonderful. Sorry, I keep looking out the window ’cause there’s lots going on out there. Aline: That’s alright. And yeah, so I think that was very beautiful. And even then I felt guilty [00:30:00] as well because I hadn’t seen my grandfather for so long and I thought can I grieve? Is that okay for me to be because I’ve spoken to him, but I haven’t actually been in his presence for about a year. Aline: Is that all right for me? Even then it’s like you are, as you said before, there’s like these, almost like these terms and conditions that we put upon ourselves because we are worried what other people would think of us. And actually nobody cares because they’re all just dealing with what they’re trying to deal with Gissele: themselves. Gissele: Yeah. Yeah. I love what you said. It’s interesting. I was thinking about, many of our ancestors, the people in from our history we dealt with really difficult things like war and, like famine and all of these things. And many of them did not know how to hold space for their difficult feelings. Gissele: They weren’t taught that. They were taught to suppress that. And that’s passed on. And so many parents needed their children to control their behaviors [00:31:00] so that the parents could feel okay because they couldn’t hold it. Yeah. And so I think of my father, I’d never seen my father cry, like throughout growing up, never seen it. Gissele: The only time I remember seeing my father cry was when my grandmother died. His mom, right? And so to watch your dad cry is disconcerting when you have never seen him cry, really. But it also made me really reflect on what a disservice we do to each other in not enabling us to have the various emotions that we come equipped with. Gissele: We have tear ducts because we’re supposed to cry, we’re supposed to release that. It’s a cleansing, it’s a release. But to feel like you have to hold all of that pain, all of that sadness, all of those experiences because it’s not allowed or you feel you’re gonna get judged, really does harm us and the level to which we dehumanize ourselves or prevent ourselves from feeling those emotions is the extent to which we allow other people to [00:32:00] express those emotions as well, right? Aline: Yeah. Completely. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: And I, because I mentioned before there was a certain family member.who couldn’t see me cry because he was of floods, of tears. Gissele: I asked him one day, I said I said, do you don’t really like Cleo, do you? He said, I don’t think she likes me. And I said you let them all the others sit on your lap, but not her. And said, yeah, but she digs her claws in. And so his reaction, I was so surprised by his reaction, bless him. Aline: He was devastated. Absolutely devastated. And he couldn’t speak to me for two days because all I was doing was crying. He hated to see me like that. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: I’ve had to look at my history as I’m growing and evolving and I used to have such a resentment for my ancestors. I did, I resented all the trauma, all the drama, all of the issues, all the negative conditioning and all the things that I felt had been passed down. Gissele: But when I was able to [00:33:00] release that and forgive that I was able to bear witness. But how much. They had to endure in their strength and their extraordinary ability to overcome and not either, the fact that I’m here is because they kept moving forward. And so their ability and their wisdom and their trying their best I think it’s something that enabled me to free myself from that resentment, from that lack of forgiveness, from that, seeing it only one sided as these are very negative things, Gissele: Like we’re so good at talking about intergenerational trauma, and it is real, it is true, but we don’t talk about intergenerational resiliency, intergenerational compassion, intergenerational love that’s still there, even in its own way. And if it’s, and it’s messy, it doesn’t show up perfect. It doesn’t show up the way we want it to, but there was a willingness to overcome, to survive, to make it too. Gissele: And when I acknowledge [00:34:00] that, I felt lighter. I felt oh, there’s space now. There’s space to create, there’s space now where I can rely on those ancestors in their history to help me be strong, move forward in a more positive way Aline: as you were speaking, something just came through and it reminded me I was in a kind of group medium session and a family member came through an ancestor and said, you are very similar to me. You have so many more opportunities. And that’s just that, it was that feeling of just, being reminded of that is that they were the witch in the kitchen and, yeah. Aline: And so So thank you for sharing. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: Beautiful. because as an example, on one side one of my family members had PTSD from the war. Aline: And so it was violent and it was never, it would never have been diagnosed. So the effect on everybody [00:35:00] else so Gissele: many people after the world weren’t supported. They weren’t supported with mental health. They weren’t, they were just brought back. And so none of those people knew how to emotionally regulate themselves or teach their children how to. Gissele: And yes, many of them drank. Many of them are violent. Yeah. Many of the women in my family were so strong, they were like super, super strong, but the fault they had to be. And I always admired that. But I didn’t realize until very recently how much admiration I had, even for the males in our family and what they went through and how they were just doing the best they could. Gissele: Even though it seemed like they might’ve been the pivot point of why the women suffered, like they also had a will to survive, to live, to move forward. Doing the best they thought they were doing at the time was a very clear message that it came through, which for me, which was, I thought I was doing it right. Gissele: I thought I was doing something [00:36:00] better than the generation before. I thought I was helping, I thought I was trying to make people stronger, better, make better decisions. But, it’s easy to judge. But when you’re able to see that with the eyes, kindness, and love. I think you realize that there’s such extraordinary strength. Aline: Yeah. Incredibly. And it’s really beautiful what you’re talking about as well, because recently a family member has opened up to me, we just sat at the table one day a little bit about their childhood and they’ve never ever have mentioned that. And another family member just kinda went, oh, you are all right now. Aline: And it was just really interesting. So I encouraged that family member to continue. Gissele: Yeah. Aline: And they did continue. And it was, it’s like you were saying before about, when we suppressed so much, it’s just not good for us. And I’m not saying that we need to be all, gloom and doom all the time. Aline: The worst thing in my opinion, that we can be is [00:37:00] Pollyanna. I’m fine. Everything’s wonderful. Rainbows. Unicorns, absolutely fabulous. That’s a mask. So I felt it was really beautiful of this family member to talk about there first childhood experience that they remember when they were three. Aline: And it was, yeah, powerful. And it was I won’t share it. You can imagine. And yeah. That was their first childhood memory, and it was so beautiful. It was such a beautiful moment. And I’ve, it just reminded me actually, because I’d cooked lunch that day and when I have beautiful heater music from my mentors, and when I’m cooking lunch, I’m putting love in there and it’s, all good things. Aline: I’m vegan as well, so it’s all, it’s all yumminess. And oftentimes when they have my food, I just thought, again, it’s not about me, it was about, the spirits around me and helping me and possibly this person, who’s my ancestor, who was a, basically a kitchen [00:38:00] witch. Aline: And yeah, and then this person, it just allowed them to open up. I’m just looking over here ’cause here’s one of my cats. Hi tea. Is he coming to say hello? Do you wanna Gissele: say, I was thinking of that movie shock a lot. The power of chocolate. Yeah. And the impact I think your, the other person’s reaction of you are right now it’s people’s inability to be able to hold space for difficult conversations. Gissele: And we can’t blame them. We really haven’t been taught how to have difficult conversations, how to emotionally regulate those emotions. Yeah. They’re like, stop it. Don’t do that. Like even in the school system, like the kids aren’t just taught how to manage and this is why we have such a cancel culture. Gissele: It’s like that you say something that I don’t like and therefore I’m just gonna shut you down. It’s the inability to hold that space. And so the willingness has to come from a willingness to sit in the uncomfortable. And that’s where. Going back to the whole issue of grief. Grief [00:39:00] is so uncomfortable. Gissele: You never, you don’t know when it’s gonna end. It feels terrible in the moment, but at the same time, there’s so many gifts that come from sitting and allowing that grief to be there. Aline: Yes. Gissele: And it also helps you relate to other people’s journeys as well, the more you do that with yourself. Yeah. Yeah. Aline: Beautiful. One of the things that I have been doing, so if anybody’s listening I’m sure they, they know how to this anyway, is sometimes when it starts to take over, the tears and the grief and the missing, I just take a breath and I remember her lying, her energy lying across me and that just brings me back and, I under, and it reminds me that she chose to be here and, and reminds me that. Aline: There’s only, was it two things? Certain in life of death and taxes? [00:40:00] Gissele: Yeah. You Aline: know, and it’s, it was her time and that’s why I wrote the poem and I shared the poem, crying my eyes out. So there, is beauty in sharing. And when I shared the poem, I was like, what are people gonna think? Aline: for the day after I’d put it up there, I’m gonna delete it, I’m gonna delete it. It’s don’t delete it Ali. Try not to delete it. And I didn’t. And because she’s so much part of everything, there, there’s photographs of me with her everywhere. And even on, even when I’m like creating little posts, I suppose there’s, with a beautiful pink and gold that are my colors for everything. Aline: And there’s a white silhouette of a cat. That’s her, she’s in everything. She’s helped so many people. She’s helped so many people. So it felt so right. Even though it felt so uncomfortable Yeah. To read that poem. At the time I was in the medicine wheel, I said, we are really gonna do this. Aline: Yes, we’re gonna do this. [00:41:00] So somebody was watching me live and didn’t comment and that’s okay. It was probably too much for them, and then didn’t say anything. And I just thought, that’s fine. And then in the next couple of days, I suppose again, because we create how we are feeling, I kept seeing posts everywhere of people losing their furry babies. Aline: It’s eclipsed season. I said, oh my God, am we’re in a year nine as well. So I’m not saying everybody’s listening here beginnings. Yeah. That’s gonna happen. It’s just beautiful endings. It’s beautiful closings and. And that felt a beautiful way to honor her and close her chapter. So you know what you are saying about when you are, when we are sharing, it’s honoring as well. Aline: Yeah. It’s honoring them. It, it really is. Yeah. Yeah. Beautiful. Gissele: And I think the more that you, we share, and I think the reason why you were guided to share is because we’re taught to be so inauthentic. Yeah. We’re taught to be so controlled, protected, like you [00:42:00] go back to vulnerability, moments of vulnerability reminds us that we’re human Gissele: that sometimes we feel vulnerable . And being vulnerable is not the same as feeling vulnerable . We can feel vulnerable and act protected, but being vulnerable is a willingness to share your humanity. A willingness to open up your heart and say, I’m grieving, I’m struggling. I am. Gissele: I, I don’t feel seen or heard. Maybe I don’t feel worthy of being loved. I’m struggling with a bunch whatever you want to share. There are people that are going through that same thing that because nobody wants to share, feel very alone. They feel alone in their grief. They feel alone in their vulnerability. Gissele: But the more you’re willing to share that there is power in grief, there’s power in vulnerability, and being able to share that connects to one another, I don’t think you can have close relationships unless you’re willing to be vulnerable with one another . Gissele: Absolutely. Aline: A [00:43:00] million percent. Yes. Gissele: Exactly. Yeah. So if it’s just for show, then you can’t ever really get to the depth. Even if it means some level of conflict. You have to be willing to be authentically yourself to share your vulnerability and be okay with that in order to have that closeness. Gissele: I don’t think you can have it without being willing to go there. I think otherwise you’re just protecting yourself against the world Aline: I completely agree. It’s masks, isn’t it? That societal mask of I’m fine. Yeah, absolutely. Yeah. And I was pushed to share because one of the things I talk about so much is be honest and real and accept your shadows and accept your emotions and accept your vulnerability. Aline: So it felt that bit like, I suppose walking my talk, but that sounds like a little bit too, you know what I Gissele: mean? Aline: Yeah, Gissele: I do. Aline: It’s I encourage people to be really honest and raw and open because that’s, it’s so important that everything that’s being pushed down [00:44:00] has a gentle embrace as it’s coming up. Aline: And I just thought yeah, I have I have watched it back a couple of times and I’ve cried a couple of times, and then now I can watch it and go. Actually that was really beautiful because Cleo was there with me. I was in the medicine wheel. There’s a gorgeous tree in the garden called The Tree of Love that naturally has a heart carved in by nature. Gissele: Oh, beautiful. Aline: And that’s, yeah, that’s where some of her ashes will be. And then wherever I go, because she traveled everywhere with me, the, yeah. Our last trip was where I drove to France with her. And we were walking in the vineyards together, remembering those beautiful times. Aline: And so what was really interesting is after I had read the poem and cried, it was the most grounded I’d felt and the most tired. And I was like, I can sleep now. So there is power in sharing. There’s real power in sharing. And like you said about being authentic. It [00:45:00] was authentic, raw. This is really what’s going on, rather than not mentioning it. Aline: Yeah, absolutely. Gissele: Yeah, absolutely. I was thinking as you were talking, don’t they have those things where you can use ashes to create a diamond? Have you heard of that? Aline: Oh, I have heard of that actually. That’s Aline: that’s gonna be my research for the Gissele: next few Aline: days Gissele: now. Yeah, for sure. For sure. Gorgeous. So just have a few more questions. Gissele: Sure. I’m switching things up. What’s your definition of self-love? Aline: Wow. That’s a biggie. So my definition of self-love. Is loving every single aspect of yourself is accepting who you are. Shadows an all tempers, an all mood swings, an all Aline: Accepting your body, being thankful for your body. ‘Cause it’s an incredible [00:46:00] machine. And exactly as you’ve said before is sharing who we really are with people and allowing people to see different sides of us and forgiving ourselves for what we think we’ve done and what we think we haven’t done. Aline: That’s a big one. And, we are all working on it. it’s a daily thing. Because, so however, many years ago you could hear someone, oh she loves herself, or he loves himself, or they love themselves good. Bloody marvelous. What’s wrong with that? Gissele: Yeah. We have this misconception about it being selfish or narcissistic, which is not true. Aline: Yeah. And it’s good to be selfish because before we can help anybody else, we need to be in a space that we can help other people that you know, so yeah. Gissele: That we can have love Aline: for my, yeah. Sorry, I didn’t quite hear that ’cause I think I was talking over you. Sorry. Gissele: Oh no, I was just gonna say before we can have love for others, right? Aline: Yes. Yeah. Completely. Completely. And I [00:47:00] remember years ago interesting you said about the vulnerability with the re relationships. It was, let’s just say it was toxic. Let’s just give it the name. Yeah. It was obviously an experience that I asked for. I learned a lot. And I was being vulnerable. I was just, I was having a moment and I just said, I don’t feel like I can really love myself at the moment because of whatever my size was, or dah. And this person, a genius narcissist, just turned around and said how can I love you then? Gissele: Wow. Aline: Yeah. So it was really interesting that when you were talking about, you feel like a relationship is about being vulnerable, et cetera, with the best people. Aline: And I would say self-love also is making sure that you are surrounded by people who absolutely have got you in any situation, and you equally have them. Aline: You are showing up and you are allowing people to see you exactly as you [00:48:00] are, and making sure. That you are surrounded with people who are on your vibratory level and this is something I talk about quite a lot is even if you are starting to remember who you are and changes start happening, you’re not changing who you are, you’re remembering who you are. Aline: That you keep those people around you who are championing you on to be your authentic, true self. And then it’s saying thank you to those who are uncomfortable and you’ve had various conversations. It’s saying thank you for being in my life and loving yourself enough to walk away. Gissele: I love that. Final question. Where can people find you? Where can they work with you? Oh, Aline: People can find me. I would just say, just keep it simple. ’cause there’s so many various places where I am. The easiest way to find me is on http://www.alignwithaline.com. And everything is on there. So the podcast is on there. Aline: The [00:49:00] how to work with me, mentoring, coaching sessions, one-to-one sessions and also my self-healing journeys and self-healing courses are on there. It’s all there. Gissele: Beautiful. Beautiful. Aline: And if people would like to just get in touch with me personally and I do mean this, they can email me directly atLove@alignwitharlene.com as well. Gissele: Beautiful, beautiful. Thank you so much for being on the show. So appreciated. And thank you everyone who tuned in for another episode of The Loving Compassion Podcast with Gissele.

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The episode concluded with a segment on living skills, focusing on accessibility and adaptive methods for people who are blind or visually impaired. The hosts shared humorous anecdotes and jokes throughout the episode, maintaining a light-hearted tone. Summary The podcast team discussed technical issues with their RSS feed, which has now been restored to its normal functioning. Terry shared that he had started listening to Ainsley Earhart’s podcast “The Life of Jesus,” which tells the story of Jesus through over 100 characters in a narrative format. The team also briefly discussed Terry’s upcoming colonoscopy and Jill’s physical therapy progress for her leg, which is showing improvement with the use of a reduction kit. (Hey! Our AI companion knows the word for that device, even if Terry does not.) News of the Week Terry shared a Guinness World Records story: a 12-year-old Iranian student achieved nuclear fusion in Dallas, Texas. Jill had a story about a 90-year-old Michigan teacher named Beverly Hammond who was recognized for her 67 years of teaching, having taught notable alumni like Courtney B. Vance and Robin Williams. The discussion included light banter about teaching until death and references to skeletons. We continue sharing unique stories and facts, including a Spanish tradition involving horses leaping through flames, a Czechoslovakian wolfhound that crossed the finish line in a women’s cross-country ski event, and a 71-year-old manatee, the oldest on record, in Florida. Keith and Terry discussed various slang terms, including “big back” and “brick,” while Jill listened. Keith mentioned receiving slang words weekly and planned to share them with Jill for their podcast. Terry shared a news story about a man suing Buffalo Wild Wings for using the term “boneless wings,” which the judge dismissed. 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Anchor Topic The conversation then shifted to the anchor topic for the week, which was living skills, with Jill potentially having insights to share on household tasks and lifestyle. We had a discussion about adapting kitchen appliances for people who are blind. They shared personal experiences with marking appliances and keyboards to make them more accessible. Keith described using Velcro dots, gum, and custom label systems to identify buttons and controls. They also discussed creating simple coding systems to remember which marks correspond to specific functions. They shared personal experiences with using rubber bands and spice bottles to improve grip and organization. Email and Final Thoughts The conversation then shifted to a listener’s story about a humorous potty-training incident at Taco Bell involving their 3-year-old son, Matt. He also read an email about a cousin borrowing money for an unethical reason, which he decided to help with. Keith then played a voicemail message, which Jill found interesting. The final word from our AI companion The group engaged in a casual and humorous discussion, sharing jokes and anecdotes. Keith shared a personal story about a failed attempt at surprising his wife with a dinner choice, while Jill and Terry contributed jokes about computers, food, and mythical creatures. The conversation concluded with Keith signing off and encouraging listeners to share the show with others. Show notes written by AI, edited as needed by Keith. Sponsored by: Retro Radio Podcast. Bringing you family-friendly entertainment through classic, old-time radio. Episodes are posted daily. Keith and his Retrobots share everything in his collection from the days of vintage radio. Adventure, comedy, detective, westerns, and lots in between. If you don't hear your favorite show, just ask Visit the web page today, https://retro-otr.com

Huck's allergy flare-ups, Phoebe and Stanley's strict no-peeing-alone policy, and a full-blown Nextdoor rescue pile-on — the messy, hilarious reality of Dear Dog, with a sweet bright spot from Aloka, the peace walk's official pup.

Tuesday – Is Trader Joes better than Publix? Why is Jim mad at Velcro. Justin Warmoth joins us to discuss leaving News 6. Fox35 Meteorologist TJ Spring updates us on our week of cold weather. We review highlights of commercials for the 70's for WYDTN. Rauce Thoughts on the power of compliments. It's Only Money with Scott Brown with Edgewater Family Wealth answering listener questions. Plus, JCS News, the Froggers Football Follow-up, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday – Is Trader Joes better than Publix? Why is Jim mad at Velcro. Justin Warmoth joins us to discuss leaving News 6. Fox35 Meteorologist TJ Spring updates us on our week of cold weather. We review highlights of commercials for the 70's for WYDTN. Rauce Thoughts on the power of compliments. It's Only Money with Scott Brown with Edgewater Family Wealth answering listener questions. Plus, JCS News, the Froggers Football Follow-up, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.

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On this year's Annual Christmas Mailbag: New Year's Resolution results are shared, Big Cool Ranch speaks out, Eli gives Christmas Boardroom advice, Mike makes a statement about a needed mindset shift, and much more.  Kudos to Titleist for the incredible prizes New YouTube Series - Between Two Sims: https://youtu.be/45hjEjhMByo  Interested in Ireland 2026? chasingscratchgolf.com/events Want bonus content? Join the Velcro: patreon.com/chasingscratch  Kudos to Nerd Fitness: Nerdfitness.com/chasingscratch Kudos to Vuori: vuoriclothing.com/chasingscratch   

This episode was originally published on March 10th, 2023. Learn how to decide between a canoe and a kayak, what kind to get, and how to maneuver and cast using these hard-sided watercraft (next week I'll be doing a podcast on inflatables). Ryan Lilly [47:30]  is a fly fisher and Old Town's expert on fishing from these craft, and has many great suggestions for how to make the most out of your canoe or kayak experience. In the Fly Box this week, we have some interesting questions that I'm sure will be of interest to many of you, as well as some thoughtful tips from other listeners, including: What do bead-head nymphs imitate? Aren't flies tied without beads more natural in the water? Isn't it more natural to use a nymph without any added weight? How do you fish wet flies? Do you use a single one or more than one? And do you ever use weighted wet flies? I recently saw a bunch of large carp in a pond in Florida. Why didn't I see any smaller ones? I had trouble getting a good drift against the slow water on the far bank of a river. Every time I tried to mend my line the small dry fly sank. What else could I have done? Can I fish two dry flies at once? A suggestion from a listener on why upgrading from an entry level fly line is a wise investment. Are there any performance differences between a 6-piece rod and a 4-piece rod? How can I get an extra tip for my Orvis rod? A great tip from a listener on how to make a device to hold scrap pieces of tippet using two pieces of Velcro. I am going to a place where they have stocked golden rainbows. Do these fish behave any differently from normal rainbows? Can I use a Poly Leader for tarpon? Is there any difference between up-eye and down-eye hooks? A tip from a listener on how to change thread colors with a permanent marker. A tip from a listener on how to keep a partially used tube of Aquaseal stay fresh. Why do people hold bass by the jaw? I have heard that this can dislocate their jaw. I am taking my first guided trip. Should I do a float trip or a walk/wade trip?

After surviving Thanksgiving and the subsequent biting cold, we jumped into the FOLLOW UP with news that Malaysia is joining the trend by taking steps to ban social media for children under 16, mirroring similar actions in Australia and Denmark—it seems the world is finally realizing the internet is a toxic wasteland for the kids. We also discussed Apple's photo AI, which is apparently still in beta, if the results are anything to go by. The bulk of our discussion centered on the spectacular, flaming death of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is Officially Dead. We broke down a brief rundown of the damages this vanity project caused, from humanitarian disasters overseas to administrative chaos and the loss of hundreds of thousands of jobs domestically, proving the "savings" were pure illusion. Now, with the collapse, the 'Suddenly exposed' DOGE employees fear prosecution after Musk abandoned them, learning the hard way that billionaire guardianship has an expiration date.The job market is just great, with both Apple laying off part of its sales team despite record revenue, and HP joining the List of Tech Companies Cutting Jobs and pointing to AI as the convenient scapegoat for laying off 10% of their workforce. Meanwhile, we found out the most popular social media platform among US adults isn't Instagram or TikTok—it's YouTube—while Meta allegedly buried research showing its products are harming users, confirming what we've known all along: they're evil, but they already got your grandma hooked. Adding to the misery, An Alarming Number of Teens Say They Turn To AI For Company, Study Finds, because why talk to a real, messy human when a bot can gaslight you more efficiently? Sam Altman's financial troubles are spilling over, with Sam Altman's Business Buddies Are Getting Stung (sorry, SoftBank and Oracle), and analysts estimate OpenAI Is Just $200 Billion Away From Still Losing Money, HSBC Says, a comical hole they plan to fill by asking for more free money. Legally, OpenAI can't use the Word ‘Cameo' in Sora now, thanks to a trademark suit, and Warner Music is playing both sides by dropping its lawsuit against Suno in exchange for a licensing agreement. Finally, in some truly dark news, a Marc Andreessen-backed Super-PAC Pours Millions Into Fighting State AI Regulations, and X's new location feature reveals that New X Feature Reveals Many MAGA Patriots on X Are Not Even Based in the U.S.After ranting about my misery dealing with the Open Dialogue bug in a beta build and declaring my return to "pedestrian releases," we got into APPS & DOODADS. Spotify is actually doing something cool with its new SongDNA feature, which shows you who sampled what (and they bought WhoSampled to do it). They're also testing Spotify's New AI-powered audiobook Recaps to remind you where you left off—Amazon is doing the same with AI-powered series Recap Videos for Prime Video. Amazon is also rolling out Alexa Home Theater surround sound for Echo speakers, making those budget speakers slightly more useful. We ran through some great stocking stuffers in Jason's Holiday Gift Guide, including Velcro cable ties and the Contigo travel mug, before moving on to MEDIA CANDY, which included Dan Carlin's Common Sense, Nathan Fillion and Alan Tudyk's new podcast Once We Were Spacemen, and a discussion on why Stranger Things Lost the Plot. We then got deeply uncomfortable talking about a Toronto ASMR spa that offers doctor roleplay, and closed out by talking about the documentary Quiet Please… about the neurological disorder misophonia. The episode finished with the AT THE LIBRARY segment, covering the Milli Vanilli memoir You Know It's True and the sci-fi short story collection The Time Travelers Passport.Show notes at https://gog.show/724Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PoMa9FM5QEE?si=4r25yqv_0u8aXHF7Sponsors:MasterClass - Get up to 50% off at MASTERCLASS.com/GRUMPYOLDGEEKSGusto - Try Gusto today at gusto.com/grumpy, and get three months free when you run your first payroll.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordFOLLOW UPMalaysia takes steps to ban social media for children under 16IN THE NEWSDOGE Is Officially Dead'Suddenly exposed' DOGE employees fear prosecution after Musk abandoned them: reportApple lays off part of its sales teamHP Joins List of Tech Companies Cutting Jobs and Pointing to AIThe most popular social media platform among US adults isn't Instagram or TikTokMeta allegedly buried research showing its products are harming usersAn Alarming Number of Teens Say They Turn To AI For Company, Study FindsSam Altman's Business Buddies Are Getting StungOpenAI Is Just $200 Billion Away From Still Losing Money, HSBC SaysOpenAI Can't Legally Use the Word ‘Cameo' in Sora NowWarner Music drops lawsuit against AI music platform Suno in exchange for licensing agreementMarc Andreessen-Backed Super-PAC Pours Millions Into Fighting State AI RegulationsNew X Feature Reveals Many MAGA Patriots on X Are Not Even Based in The U.S.MEDIA CANDYCommon Sense 325 – Who's the Boss?Once We Were SpacemenHow Stranger Things Lost the PlotBeing EddieThe Beast in MeThe RosesAt Toronto's new ASMR spa, sensory stimulation slips out of the internet and into real lifeQuiet Please…APPS & DOODADSSpotify's SongDNA feature will show you which songs are sampled on a trackMaking of "The Prodigy - Smack My Bitch Up" in Ableton by Jim PavloffSpotify's New AI-Powered Audiobook Recaps Will Remind You Where You Left OffAmazon Launches AI-Powered Series Recap VideosAlexa Home Theater surround sound for Echo speakers is rolling out nowDashaun No Sadè - Episode 13 Durand BernarrGuermok Video Capture Card, 4K USB3.0 HDMI to USB C Capture Card for Streaming, 1080P 60FPS, Compatible with iPad Mac OS Windows, Quest 3, OBS, PS5/4, Switch2/1, Xbox, Camera (Silver)Meike 35mm F2.0 Auto Focus Full Frame STM Stepping Motor Lens Compatible with Nikon Z Mount CamerasOBS StudioRogue Amoeba LoopbackScientists Reveal What Black Friday Is Doing to Your BrainVELCRO Brand 150pk Cable Ties Value Pack, 8in | Stocking Stuffer Gifts for Tech Lovers | For Wire Management and Cord Organizer | Replace Zip Ties with Reusable Straps, Reduce WasteHand Holder Strap for ipad, Tablet Hand Holder Strap, Universal Handle Grip for iPad Kindle, Mini Tablets and Cases (Black)Anker USB C Hub, 7-in-1 Multi-Port USB Adapter for Laptops, 4K@60Hz USB C to HDMI Splitter, 85W Max Power Delivery, 3xUSBA & C 3.0 Data Ports, SD/TF Card, for Type C DevicesContigo AUTOSEAL West Loop Vacuum-Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug with Easy-Clean Lid 20 ozScotty Peeler Label and Sticker Remover - Single Metal Peeler -SP2Slipdrive - Portable Hard Drive Sleeve for Laptop - HDD Hard Disk Drive - Reusable Adhesive - 5.5” x 4.5” Stick on External Hard Drive Carrying Case - Travel Pocket Pouch (Large, Black)Slipdrive - Portable Hard Drive Sleeve for Laptop - SSD Solid State Drive - Reusable Adhesive - Stick on External Hard Drive Carrying Case - Pocket Pouch (Small, Black)Carlashes 1001UB Classic BlackAT THE LIBRARYYou Know It's True - The Real Story of Milli VanilliThe Time Travelers PassportThe Courage to Be Disliked: How to Free Yourself, Change Your Life, and Achieve Real Happiness by Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake KogaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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