Think! Only You Are Responsible For Yourself

By Allura Ophira 

What keeps you non-productive? Are you living your life waiting for someone to validate it?

Do you find yourself looking around to see what others have done just to see if what you are planning fit in? Some will say, "yes, I have done that, and I only end up frustrated and boxed-in." If that is you too, know that you can divorce yourself from labels or being boxed-in.

People ask what you do. Are you a manager? Are you a health professional? Are you a web developer? Are you a marketer? Are you a personal fitness coach? Are you a _____ (you fill in the blank)?

Honestly, you don't have a title. Do you want to be defined or confined in one word?

For example, if you are a motivational type person, you can never be labeled or boxed-in, and you may have always been that way. Can you remember sitting in a room, and people go around the room, stating their name and title? How do you put one label on yourself? There are different elements to you. Whether it holds acceptable or not, you are operating in the assignment that is given to you.

When someone tells you to do something, are you notorious for asking 'why?' Do you ask 'why' or accept the status quo?

A friend took a job where they told him when to go to lunch when to go to the restroom, what he needs to do and how he needs to do it, how he should think, be, and do. We understand it was because a lot of people can think but don't trust what they see or their ability to make a decision. So, management steps in and defines a structured step-by-step rule to aid that set of people. But those rules hinder the creativity of people like you and me.

I believe that working at places like that will hinder creativity as we make every effort to 'fit in,' and that will not work for you. Why?

Created as a free spirit (individualist) who should never be boxed-in, you may find that you'll work well in an unstructured environment. Such an environment allows you to devote your whole self to your work and produce great results.

Have you heard the saying, "If there are boundaries, I will try to knock them down?" Does that describe how you feel? If so, start asking why?

Do you feel like you are intimidated to make certain decisions? Or when someone tells you to do something, you may not feel good about what they are telling you to do, but you do it out of respect.

Be okay with starting to ask why. Why should I do that? Why do you think I should go this way? Or build this kind of business? Why?

Tradition: Effective or Stuck in Time

Many times, people get stuck in tradition. Being stuck says, "this is the way it has always been done, so this is the way you should do it." Reality is the way that we flourish, as a world, at any level of history is because somebody had the vision to see we don't have to do it a particular way. Think about it -- you can fly around the world because the Wright Brothers broke the "rules."

There are so many things in our lives that people tell us we can do or cannot do. We begin to conform to the opinions of others. That tends to limit our potential because your potential lies in your vision.

Realize Your Vision/Dream

Your vision is what you see when closing your eyes and picturing in your thought. It is that moment of inspiration when you imagine yourself doing something, and you are living it out in your mind. And, you feel like you are there, and you are thinking, "Oh my goodness, this is me." Then you ruin it when opening up your eyes, looking around, and thinking, "Oh, that is not realistic."

• Fulfilling your potential in life is being unrealistic.
• Fulfilling your potential in life is breaking the rules.
• Fulfilling your potential in life is being chancy.
• Fulfilling your potential in life is not to do what everyone else is doing and not conforming.
• Fulfilling your potential in life is learning how to align your decision-making and taking the actions according to the vision you see.

Set yourself free to be you. You will be a much better person, employee, entrepreneur, spouse, sibling, friend, overall person.

Release the Rebel Inside You (In a good way of course)

You have been a rebel all your life. A lot of it is because you do not see life the way other people see it. You question it and get in long drawn out discussion for the asking why.

It is asking why you should have to do it this way. It has gotten you in a lot of friendly conversations. Most of all, it helps you understand others when they take the time to explain their 'why' to you.

The more you grow in life, you will realize that you are right. You are challenging a traditional way of doing things. And, some people do not like you to challenge them.

If you feel stuck or controlled, you may need to begin owning being a rebel with a cause. Not in a disrespectful way. A rebel fight against something. That is why many people do not like the term rebel. It is okay if you are battling against something that goes against who you are.

Some of the most successful people I know go against any mediocrity. They fight against being typical. They fight against blending in. They fight against doing things the way everybody else does it just because that is the way that they do it.

Ensure that you are doing your work and doing the research about things you doubt you should do. Your work and research will allow you to have an honest conversation and let others see why you should not do it a certain way.

If doing something for the sake of 'it has always been done this way' does not fall into alignment with the vision that you have, you may choose not to do it. You can ask, 'why?' And, if still, people tell you that you cannot do something your way, you ask why and then go out and show everyone that it can be done.

I hope this article jump-starts your progression to a more successful personal and work life. I wish you well.

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Are You Overworked or Overwhelmed?

By LeeOnna Sanchez    

These days, it can be easy to lose sight of what's important. Everyone loses sight of home life and balance when it comes to making ends meet. Knowing whether you're overworked or overwhelmed can be confusing to some. Some companies will downsize, and this can be hard. It puts more pressure on employees. You find you're doing more than what you normally would, and it seems you accomplish less. Keeping home and work life in balance gets hard and you soon find yourself at risk of disapproval by the boss. This is where being overworked can become a big issue.

Another aspect is being overwhelmed. This is more of a feeling. People with active minds can find it hard to concentrate on one thing at a time. They find it difficult to prioritize and doing the most important things first. They come across as a bee who goes from one flower to the next. Being able to multitask can be beneficial, but many studies have shown that doing one task at a time is better. You accomplish more. While being focused makes you appear slower, you're getting more done than the person who is multitasking.

Here are a few things to help you differentiate between being overworked and being overwhelmed:

Overworked

• Working a lot of OT when asked
• Taking on projects you can't handle
• you're more fatigued
• insomnia
• increased illness
• depression or anxiety
• loss of appetite
• impaired concentration
• forgetfulness

Overwhelmed

• lack of energy
• high strung
• stressed out
• low productivity at work
• unhappiness

Dealing with being overwhelmed or overworked can be simple. For instance, consider making lists to help you tackle more. Put things in order of most important to things of less importance. Consider getting those big reports done while you have down time rather than procrastinating.

If you find that you're taking on too much at work, consider delegating some tasks out to others that can help you. Start declining OT when it's offered to allow your body the time it needs to relax and reset. Assess your day and consider planning to help keep you on track.

You can't have complete control over your work environment. But, being more aware of how you're feeling and the actual effects it has on you both physically and mentally can help you feel more at ease and in control at work. Work wellness will help keep you on track and can help keep home and work life in balance.

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Why Do We Lose Muscle Mass As We Age?

By Josef Bichler             

On average, by the time we reach the age 60 we lose about 30 percent of our muscle mass. These are the things most people take for granted because of age. The first thought is right, no one can stop aging, however, we can change most of the age - related issues that come along with it. Muscle loss is no different to other things that come along with aging.

Reasons for Losing Muscles!

There are several reasons for any health issues that come along with age and muscle loss isn't the only one. Yes, our body slows down with age, for some sooner than others. Retirement means less activity, longer nights and shorter days. Some of our habits change and so does our lifestyle. That means there are things we don't have to do any longer, at least not every day. These are things our body is reacting to and brings along changes and issues. In retirement, for most people one of the most enjoyments of life is doing less or as little as possible and the body will react to this. This is one way of losing muscle and putting on weight, there are many others such as diet, nutrition, exercise, activities etc.

The diet is the first thing to question, is it lacking some of the things the body needs to build muscle? Minerals, which is most common our body can miss minerals without noticing anything for some time. Vitamins and protein, we know protein builds muscle. But, wait a minute, don't just rush of to the store for a protein shake, or some spirulina supplement which is worthless as a protein source.

Not only the Diet

Where does protein come from? It's not only the diet or exercise, although an important part of it. At an older age the body produces less or is harder for the body to make protein. Not having enough protein, we lose muscle mass that could mean the hair gets brittle, the immune system becomes sluggish, the bones become weaker and brittle subject to fracture and breakage, as well sagging of the skin. That's not all, lack of protein can bring on anxiety, depression, the sex drive suffers, these are just the major things that can happen. Yes, the diet like in many health issues has a lot to do with it. We assume that all the protein comes from the diet and what we eat, but that is not the only source of protein.

Proteins made by the body with the help of the right diet, so the body can make amino acids where the proteins come from. The other problem with age comes absorption or lack of it. It is not always the case that proteins made by the body from the diet used to build muscles. Because lack of absorption, protein can turn into excess glucose and not used only for muscles. The same can apply to any supplement pills you take; the absorption may only be a small percentage, and most is of no benefit. Unless a mixture of things you take together is right the body misses out.

For instance, the highest source of dietary protein is in whole eggs, do not remove the yolk like some trying to tell you, make sure to use whole - egg. Eggs have an AAU (Amino Acid Utilization) of 47 percent. As well as fish, meat, poultry, they all have an AAU content of about 32 percent. For the body to work at its best so it can produce enough protein to build muscles, the digestive enzymes must also function properly. If the digestive system works correctly the amino acids will go directly into the bloodstream. This than becomes the building block for hormones, enzymes, connecting tissues, bone and muscles. That's why the digestive function is so important for absorption, as well the right combination of the things we take. Otherwise all the things you have taken including the right food, instead making protein any extra amino acids get turned into sugar, which is not the outcome you want.

Supplementation a must.

With age also comes rejection of absorption which is also a problem for the digestive system. This happens when certain minerals and vitamins are not available from a normal diet. A multi natural supplement should have all the ingredients to keep a normal immune system function, protect the body from oxidative damage, help the body to make folic acid that assists in normal blood formation and cell division.

A supplement designed to contain lipid - soluble elements, maximizing bioavailability of these nutrients for absorption. It should have a proprietary combination of vitamin E, B and omega - 3s (EPA and DHA) derived only from natural source, not synthetics. Nitric oxide: The molecule of life, nitro oxide is a gas with chemical formula N - O: One molecule of nitrogen bonds to one molecule of oxygen. Nitro oxide is something new, not many know about this special discovery from the mid-nineties. It is a natural medicine for your heart, blood vessels and in general for cardiovascular health and more.

These are the main ingredients to take: Morning; A delicious blend of super fruit's juice (30 ml pouch.) Midday; Nitric Oxide in drops. Evening; Omega - 3 Capsules, to help build muscles. This will also improve absorption, as well the best possible benefits you can get from the right supplement. No others created better than this one.

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How Much Protein Do I Really Need?

By Robin Young 

If you're not exercising regularly, the answer to how much protein you need is pretty simple: Government recommended levels are more than adequate - around 0.3-0.4 grams per pound of bodyweight. However, if you're lifting weights, running, cycling (or taking part in any kind of physical activity, for that matter) you should probably up your intake a little.

While exercising, you put more stress on the body. When you train, you damage muscle cells. Protein synthesis is the process whereby biological cells create new proteins which help repair and rebuild the tissue. Higher levels of protein help with this process as well as contributing to improved brain function and insulin response.

When endurance training, you should up your intake to around 0.45-0.65 grams per pound of body weight - depending on level of activity. If powerlifting, or looking to bulk up, this increases further to around 0.75-1 gram per pound. There are rarer situations where it is necessary to increase intake further. For example, if you are training 5 times per week, you are in a caloric deficit, you are already very lean, and you are looking to build or preserve muscle you should consume more than 1 gram per pound. Even so, the upper limit should be 1.4 grams per pound of body weight.

Complete Proteins

When planning your diet, it is important to take account of whether the protein is complete or not. Bread, for instance, contains protein but lacks certain amino acids. This means that it is "incomplete". However, by combining bread with other foods (such as beans, which contain the missing amino acids), you can form a complete protein. A complete protein is one which contains all nine essential amino acids.

When it comes to forming complete proteins, it can be hard work trying to find foods which complement each other. For this reason, there is a great site which allows you to examine the protein profile on thousands of foods. When viewing an item, there is even an option to view foods with complementary amino acids profiles.

Calculating Daily Requirements

If you are unsure about how much protein you need while exercising and/or dieting, there are a few online calculators which can help you find the answer. This is probably one of the better protein calculators as it takes account of a wide range of criteria while including references to the research used to build it.

Robin Young is the founder of Fitness Savvy. In addition to producing in-depth fitness articles, and building the UK's first dedicated fitness price comparison site, he writes detailed buying guides to help customers make informed purchases.

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Ageing and Exercise

By Richard Hardcastle                  

You do not have to fall apart as you get older - It is very possible to slow down or even hold back the ageing process. When we pass the age of 50, our bodies face a variety of anatomical and physiological changes. We can reverse or slow down these changes through regular physical activity.

Joseph Pilates Thinking and Exercises

Joseph Pilates said "the spine was the key to physical and emotional well-being. Neutral spine alignment is everything." He went on to say "If your spine is stiff at 30, you are old. If it is flexible at 60, you are young."

Pilates training develops deep core muscles in the back and abdomen to support the spine. Many people including myself, can adhere to his exercise system. It has true benefits to health as we grow older.

He was so ahead of his time. On a global scale, only over the last 25 years have we really taken onboard his ideas. His exercise system is the way forward for older people to enjoy later life. It can transform your all round mobility, strength, and posture well into your 80's and beyond.

If you take a look on YouTube at some footage of Joseph Pilates exercising in his later years, you can only be awe inspired by his physicality and mobility.

Neuromuscular Changes

• Less production of testosterone
• Muscle loss including fast-twitch muscle
• Connective tissues less elastic with age

We are at our strongest and most powerful in our thirties. This remains constant up to our fifties.

After this, we lose around 10 oz of muscle mass every year. By around 70, men and women will face a 40% reduction in muscle mass. Sound scary?

This muscle loss is due partly to less production of testosterone. The loss of muscle also includes fast-twitch muscle fibres (muscles used for quick movement). The risk of falling in the elderly is linked to this combination of decreased fast-twitch muscle and overall muscle loss.

Connective tissue becomes less elastic with age too, which explains why many elderly people complain of muscle stiffness.

Resistance exercises for older people show sustained or increased muscle strength, elasticity and muscle mass.

Body Composition

As we get older, muscle mass reduces whilst body fat increases. As mentioned earlier, this decline in muscle mass is due to less production of testosterone. Because muscle uses more calories than fat, the combination of muscle loss and fat increase slows down your metabolic rate.

Aerobic and resistance training can increase the muscle mass. After resistance training, the muscles burn fat to re-build and strengthen themselves. This is where the fat loss occurs. Using these exercises stops the onset of weight gain in the form of fat.

Changes in diet can also enhance your body composition in the ageing process. Increased protein intake combined with reduced carbohydrates, will help maintain muscle mass and reduce body fat. Unless you reduce your calorie intake with age, you will naturally gain weight in the form of fat.

Body Posture

As we get older, our bodies weaken. Known as 'Kyphosis', the shoulders round and the head comes further forward.

Weight-bearing exercise or resistance training helps keep the skeletal and muscular system strong, thus preserving your back in the correct position for a good body posture.

Gait

This is the term used to describe how we walk. With age, the speed and stride length decreases. The pelvis can tilt and ankle movement can reduce.

• Core strength training keeps the abdominals strong which stops the pelvic tilt.
• Regular mobility exercises maintains good mobility in the ankles.
• Moderate aerobic exercise sustains good stride length and frequency.

Being fit and strong into your 80's and beyond is very doable. The most sensible way to start a fitness program, especially if you are new to training, is to consult a professional gym instructor or personal trainer. They will assess your current health and fitness levels before setting up a training program that suits your needs and yours alone. As you gain in strength and fitness, your trainer will notch up your aerobic and resistance exercises. Don't worry, your fitness instructor will manage your exercise regime so it is always safe and progressive.

Rick Hardcastle

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EFT Answers - The Unfeeling Client

By Suzanne Zacharia      

In this article, I answer an EFT supervision question from a student. And that is, how should one have proceeded with my client for her fear of flying Tell The Story technique, seeing as she could not feel anything above 0?

Well, occasionally, you will get someone who cannot imagine themselves in the situation. There are a number of ways to deal with it.

The first thing I would try is to bring up those feelings in a way normally reserved for testing. I would not normally advocate going to the testing part of the session without releasing the trauma first, but in this case, she is not feeling it. So, I would ask her to tell the story of the flight all the way through, whilst I take notes about every part. Notice body language and voice for any emotion. If there is a part where she seemed more emotional than flat, mark that part on your notes. When she has finished telling the story, ask her to close her eyes. With her eyes closed, read out the story to her in great detail, really going into detail at that most intense part, asking her to note for example the smell of food or drink on the plane, how the seat felt, whether she was wearing a seatbelt or not, what film she was watching or what she was looking at, the voice of the pilot as he or she announced a danger; in other words, sight, sound, and feeling. Then ask her as she is reliving that, where 10 is scared and 0 is calm, what number is she feeling. If anything above a zero, even if a 2 or a 1, you can ask her to open her eyes (so she can see you tapping), and then you can tap on it till 0. If her body language or voice do not give an indication of what part was worst for her, ask her what part was worst, and then take her through it as above.

If the above produces total calm from the start (the non-feeling client presentation), then you can use a validity of cognition statement. For example, you can ask her how true the following statement feels, where 10 is totally true and 0 is false: "Flying is always dangerous." Take your time to explain first that you know that logically, she knows that flying is not dangerous, but you want to hear what that emotional voice at the back of her head is saying, not her logical head. Chances are that she will find that emotional voice and give you a number above zero. Then you can go through the story as above, only this time, go through every part of the story and tap on each part twice before moving on, without numbers. When you finish, ask her again how true the above statement is, and chances are that it may have reduced a little.

Detective work for the real issue may be needed. It may be that you are barking up the wrong tree. Maybe she cannot connect to the flying feeling but can connect for example, to a fear of death, claustrophobia, or anything else that makes her generally anxious but has nothing to do with flying. The fear of death could be connected to an incomplete grieving of a loved one, claustrophobia could be connected to a time when she was accidentally locked in a cupboard, just to give two of very many examples of each. That can be tapped on instead. This also has the advantage of helping her understand how a session can proceed, so she gets more into her feelings later about flights.

I hope this helps.

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How to Create Your Own High-Intensity Workout Plan

Written by Alice Oglethorpe on August 18, 2015    

High-intensity workouts are popular for a reason: They work.Trusted Source So it’s not surprising that more and more CrossFit gyms—packed with shirtless men and kick-butt women tearing through intense workouts—are popping up every day. But what is it about this training style that makes it so effective? Or perhaps a better first question: How specifically is CrossFit different from other popular, challenging workouts? The answer’s not immediately obvious.

“It’s easy to confuse CrossFit-style workouts with traditional bootcamp classes,” says Erica Giovinazzo, Greatist Expert and CrossFit coach at Brick New York. “But while both incorporate some similar elements like Tabatas and bodyweight exercises, CrossFit also includes gymnastics moves and Olympic lifting. In fact, many WODs begin with a straight strength training portion where athletes work on back squats or clean and jerks before moving on to the conditioning part.” Another point of difference: In CrossFit every workout is tracked, making it easy to see if that front squat weight is a new personal best or if a specific WOD was completed faster than ever.  read more>>>https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=5326408691126408687#editor/target=post;postID=5085345817555234866

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Yogic Breathing: Yoga for Breathing Techniques for Beginners

Last Update: September 5, 2019 By Meera Watts                                                                               

Breathing is an important part of everyday life. We need it to live and we need it in order for our brain to function properly. Unfortunately, most people don’t breathe to their full lung capacity (5.8 L for males and 4.2 L for females). They also forget to breathe correctly all together. There are breathing techniques that can help teach you not only to breath properly, but also to use as much of your total breathing capacity as possible. They are yogic breathing techniques that are used within the practice.

TOTAL BREATHING CAPACITY

This is the maximum amount of air that your lungs can hold when they are fully inflated. It is the inspiratory reserve volume, tidal volume, expiratory reserve volume and residual volume all added up. 

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Don’t let ageism take wind out of your sails!

Frederick Goff    
on Aug 3

Don’t let ageism take wind out of your sails!

“You are really old for your job”
That’s what I was told yesterday by someone who then said “have you thought of getting someone younger in that role and you doing another role”?

It went on. And on.
When I pointed out that considering age as a fulcrum of decision-making was something I never do- there was a hasty retreat in the conversation (to be generous, ‘clarification’) it changed to “I didn’t mean that. I mean.have you thought really hard about whether you want to do this, etc, etc. “
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Could a Fitness Tracker Save Your Life?

If you are among the millions of Americans who wear a wrist device that counts your steps, you probably already know that many of these fitness trackers also can monitor your sleep patterns, nudge you to get up and move when you sit too much and estimate how many calories you burn in a day.

But did you know that some of the newer devices are being credited with saving lives? 

Consider these recent press reports…

• A 73-year-old Connecticut woman with unexplained shortness of breath noticed that her device showed a higher-­than-usual heart rate—and it kept getting higher over a period of a few days. She went to a hospital, and it turned out she had life-threatening blood clots in her lungs.    read more>>>https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=5326408691126408687#editor/target=post;postID=4958414924392154824

What Are Ceramides and How Do They Work in Skin Care Products?

As far as anti-aging ingredients go, ceramides have a proven record, but are often overlooked, and rarely explained. Here, we’ll dive deep to clarify how ceramides help skin retain moisture, fortify its protective barrier, and keep its appearance firm and plump—especially given the recent research clarifying ceramides’ unique ability to rejuvenate skin’s appearance.

Below, we’ve gathered the research-supported answers to your top ceramide-related questions:

What are ceramides?

Simply put, ceramides are lipids (fats) that are found naturally in high concentrations in the uppermost layers of skin. They make up over 50% of skin’s composition, so it’s no surprise they play a vital role in determining how your skin looks (and how it responds to environmental threats).

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The Painful Truth About Sexual Abuse

By Caroline Nettle

The name of the video and this article were clearly given to me in meditation. I was asking what would be most useful for me to share and The Painful Truth About Sexual Abuse was what I heard.

By no means an easy subject to talk about nor one that most people choose to discuss, but I had heard it so precisely that I wanted to honour what I had been given.

Sexual abuse happens all over the world, to both men and women, starting very young sometimes and continuing well into adulthood. More females are abused than males and most abuse occurs at the hands of someone you know.

Many people learn to cope with the devastating effects of sexual abuse by shutting themselves away from people, or choosing addictions to numb the pain. Others find themselves in adulthood with destructive behaviours, failing relationships, and overwhelming feelings.

The one similarity that I see when I am with my clients is that they share a feeling of not really knowing who they are, having no discernable sense of self. I believe that this is a spiritual affliction brought about by the having had their boundaries destroyed by the perpetrator in such a profound and damaging way.

Another aspect of sexual abuse that can hinder healing when sought, is that sometimes the brain shuts away any memory of the incident or incidents, and so the individual may not even be aware that it happened. This blocking of the memory by the brain is to protect the individual from the pain. The problem with pain, is it usually finds a way to express itself... sometimes through rage, sorrow, grief, disease, or destructive behaviours. A trained therapist will be able to look at the way that the individual is living their lives to see if sexual abuse is a possible cause for the behaviours being demonstrated.

Healing from the complicated, complex and incredibly difficult subject of sexual abuse varies from person to person. What is crucial is that however healing is sought, a safe space to explore the subject matter is found and space for feelings to emerge over time is given.

Often, treatment plans address several other issues before the very sensitive and challenging subject of the abuse can be introduced. Especially in the case, where addictions are present, or self damaging behaviours.

I strongly believe that learning to love yourself and everything about you is the end goal of any healing path to do with abuse, and especially sexual abuse. I have written many articles on Ezine Articles about how to learn to love yourself and heal your past.

All the steps between looking for help, and reaching this end goal depend on so many different factors that it would be impossible to write them here. What is clear is that there are many very successful ways to address this painful situation. I offer one, and you are welcome to contact me to learn more about it if you choose.

In the meantime, thank you for reading this article.

Here is the link to the video - https://youtu.be/F9QcgcNOTE4 - The Painful Truth about Sexual Abuse

Caroline Nettle is a healer, broadcaster, writer and traveller. Her journey to recovery from a variety of issues has meant that she is now able to help those who suffer deep wounds and want to heal. Her website is http://www.spiritualgrowthtools.co.uk

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