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He said; "It is widely acknowledged that this palace is very unique in upholding our culture. When you see my drummers drumming, their drumming is always pregnant of meanings.
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"If a traitor or a bad person visits me, the drummers would use their talking drum to notify and warn me. The person wouldn't know what they are using their drum to say but I would know. That's Yoruba culture for you."
The monarch also promised to ensure the preservation of cultural values in society.
"As the leader of all Obas in Yoruba land, I will put more efforts in promoting the language, culture and tradition. It is a pity that they are going into extinction.
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"If you have been observing me, you would notice I don't joke with our mode of dressing, greetings and language.
"To say we are not united is an understatement and this is so because of the divisive politics our people have been playing without remembering that we are brothers and sisters as a Yoruba", Alaafin said | eng | 3b300364-6a6e-4e3f-a5e5-7c495fbec79c | https://www.insideoyo.com/how-i-know-when-a-bad-person-visits-me-alaafin-of-oyo/ |
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My story
William Fraley Deschamps, a former carter, was born in 1892 in Coonambelah, Queensland, Australia. He was the youngest son of August Victor Deschamps and Rose Hind. His father August was born in Caen, Normandy, France and emigrated to Australia when he was 15 years old. William's mother Rose originally hailed from England. Her family moved to Australia in the 1870's. On October 23, 1916 he enlisted in Townsville, Queensland and embarked from Sydney on board HMAT A64 Demosthenes on December 23, 1916, with the 18th reinforcement of the 25th Battalion, part of the 7th Australian Brigade of the 2nd Australian Division. His brother, Wallace Victor, died of disease in Cairo, Egypt.
William joined up in October 1916 and served in the Australian Infantry 25th Battalion, part of the 7th Australian Brigade, of the 2nd Australian Division. From September onwards the Division participated in the Battle of Passchendaele and on 20 September 1917 it attacked Anzac Ridge with two Brigades, the 7th Australian Brigade on the right and the 5th Australian Brigade on the left. Its jump off line was just east of the hamlet of Westhoek. The attack of the 7th brigade was carried by the 25th Battalion; the 27th was in support and the 28th in reserve.
The 25th Battalion advanced at 5.40 a.m. They moved through the Haenebeek valley and the northern outskirts of the Nonne Bosschen. They met little resistance and managed to consolidate the Red Line by 6.10 a.m. Not an hour later the 27th Battalion passed through and went to the Blue Line. They were equally successful. By 8.10 a.m. the 28th Battalion advanced from Westhoek Ridge. They captured and secured the final objective by 10 a.m.
The attack had been a success. Even the German artillery had been fairly quiet during the attack, but around noon the Germans started shelling the captured ground and two posts in the 25th Battalion's line took a direct hit. The men of the 25th held their ground and were relieved during the following night. Notwithstanding the success of the attack, the Battalion had suffered heavy casualties. Thirty-three men were killed, ten men died of their wounds, 128 men were wounded and four men went missing.
William Fraley, aged 25, was killed in action on September 21, 1917. He was initially buried on the Zonnebeke Chateau grounds, just west of De Knoet Farm (28.D.28.a.70.60), which was still held by the Germans at the time. Possibly he was captured on September 20. His remains were exhumed and reinterred at Tyne Cot Cemetery; Plot 25, Row H, Grave 20. | eng | 086169c1-0e05-41e8-8706-94e4b13585b5 | https://archives.passchendaele.be/en/soldier/1744 |
7th Pay Commission latest news: The most recent statement from the Centre regarding the demand for 18-month Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears is a significant setback for the lakhs of government employees who were hoping for something during the time when DA hikes were frozen due to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Between January 2020 and June 2021, the Centre had frozen DA increases for government employees. Following the cabinet meeting on July 14, 2021, the DA hike was resumed. The DA for focal government representatives was then climbed altogether by 11%. However, employees had hoped that the government would take the issue into consideration and have continuously demanded arrears for the time period.
However, the most recent response from MoS Finance Pankaj Chaudhary is a significant setback. "arrears of DA/DR which mostly pertain to the difficult FY of 2020-21 are not considered feasible," the Center stated in a written response. It has argued that the "adverse financial impact of the pandemic in 2020 and the financing of welfare measures taken by the Government had a fiscal spillover beyond FY 2020-21" was the reason for this.
"In the context of COVID-19, which caused economic disruption, the decision was taken to freeze three instalments of Dearness Allowance (DA)/Dearness Relief (DR) to Central Government employees/pensioners due from 01.01.2020, 01.07.2020, and 01.01.2021 in order to ease pressure on Government finances.
Arrears of DA/DR, most of which pertain to the difficult FY 2020-21, are not considered feasible, as the negative financial impact of the pandemic in 2020 and the financing of welfare measures taken by the government had a fiscal spillover beyond FY 2020-21," MOS Chaudhary was reported to have stated in his written response to a question on the subject.
The Center's response suggests that the long-standing issue won't resolve itself in a way that will be beneficial to government employees. In the meantime, central government workers can anticipate the announcement of the first DA increase for 2023 in the near future. | eng | 4495c80b-c511-4e10-8f11-d168ac5cedd2 | https://dellyranks.com/big-blow-for-central-employees-government-says-this-on-18-month-da-arrears-demand-7th-pay-commission/ |
Overview
You are a junior associate at Smarty's School Supplies that offers bulk supplies ordering. Smarty's has an audit scheduled next week and the auditor has asked that the databases be in tip top shape when he arrives! This means that all of the databases in Smarty's system should be in third normal form. Your boss has tasked you with a portion of invoices from the month of September and has asked you find a way to convert the dataset into smaller tables that can easily reference each other. Good luck!
Instructions
First open the data file and determine what the "key" should be for each table; or in other words, what can uniquely identify each row of data. There should not be any repeat values as primary keys except for the master transaction file which should reference other tables. Make sure to split up the customer first and last name into two separate columns as well as the different parts of the address.
The primary key for the first table is both invoice number and invoice item number concatenated.
Then I have three additional tables with the primary keys of: invoice number, product number, and customer number. | eng | a9aa32ac-2b1a-4b44-bcee-1c04637f4aeb | https://www.techhub.training/t/86-excel-smarty-s-school-supplies/687 |
A report on LorazepamBenzodiazepine medication used for anesthesia, procedural sedation, and severe agitation.
Benzodiazepine medication used for anesthesia, procedural sedation, and severe agitationLike alcohol, benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam, clonazepam, lorazepam, and diazepam, are commonly used to treat insomnia in the short-term (both prescribed and self-medicated), but worsen sleep in the long-term | eng | 90a54e97-29ec-4778-87c5-9bbca1170516 | https://hyperleap.com/topic/Lorazepam |
Sexual Trauma
Sexualized violence, a serious global problem, crosses all social boundaries and affects people of all ages, sexual orientations, genders, gender identities, abilities and relationship statuses. Whether in the form of childhood sexual abuse, incest, sexual exploitation, domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, cyber harassment, voyeurism or trafficking, it is always an act aggression and violence that degrades, humiliates and takes power away from those victimized. Sexualized violence is endemic and it is an epidemic.
Although anyone is at risk, oppression and the inequalities in society that result from systematic racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism and other marginalizing characteristics, create further vulnerabilities for certain types of violence. For example women and girls are particularly vulnerable to being victimized by sexual violence.
In Canada, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 8 men experience sexual violence[1] and 1 in 3 Canadian girls and 1 in 6 Canadian boys report sexual abuse[2]
While childhood sexual abuse can happen in any community, factors like poverty, homelessness, loss and racism can increase the risk.
Children living with a mental illness, learning disability or physical disability are more than twice as likely to report childhood sexual abuse as their peers[4]
The Impact of Sexual Trauma
Objectification is at the core of what it is to be traumatized in this way. Most often perpetrated by someone known and even trusted, the experience shatters a person's sense of safety and trust in others and in their own judgments, altering the perceptions of themselves and the world around them.
The probability of having negative consequences is much higher with sexual abuse compared with most other traumatic events leaving those affected at risk for a wide range of medical, psychological, behavioral, and sexual disorders.
Chen and colleagues (2010) found that a history of sexual abuse in childhood or adulthood was associated with more than three times the risk for an anxiety disorder compared with individuals who had no such history; more than twice the risk for depression, an eating disorder, or PTSD; and more than four times the risk for suicide attempts[5].
Of adults who receive mental health services, it's thought that as many as 50% of women and 25% of men have experienced childhood sexual abuse[6].
The sexual nature of this violence further complicates the trauma and individuals will often experience additional traumatic effects such as self-blame, shame and self-hatred. The consequences of trauma are frequently isolating in themselves but the shame that comes with sexual trauma not only leaves people feeling very alone, often they are alone, in their trauma and in their search for resolution.
Self Blame
One of the most universal reactions to the experience of sexualized violence is a profound and distorted sense of self blame, believing that somehow they themselves are responsible, regardless of the circumstances. This is further compounded when friends, family members, partners or systems do not believe, judge or blame the survivor.
Shame
Individuals who have experienced sexual violence often describe feelings of being "damaged," "different," "tainted," or that something is deeply wrong with them. This can be a direct result of the abusive messages given to them and/or their interpretation of the experience. Another common aspect of sexual trauma is the shame and confusion resulting from involuntary physiological reactions that our bodies may have in response to being touched. As much as touch may be unwanted and no matter how terrified or repelled a person may be, our bodies are designed to respond to physical touch, which can further entrench feelings of responsibility and shame.
Self-destructive Behaviours
Self-destructive behaviours are common survival mechanisms. Self-harming, for example, is a coping mechanism developed to manage intense emotional pain resulting from the experience of being abused by those who were the most important people in the child's life. Self-harming activities, such as cutting, burning and bruising parts of the body, can provide a temporary relief of the emotional pain. On the other hand, feeling absolutely nothing at all can also be terrifying. Sometimes the numbness and disconnection that a survivor can experience is so unbearable that intentionally inflicting physical injury helps them adapt by bringing them to the present. Feeling something rather than absolutely nothing at all can also provide some temporary relief. Following this short-term relief however, is an added layer of shame related to the self-harming behaviour.
Substance use becomes a way to further disconnect from themselves, their bodies and/or their memories so to numb the intense emotional pain they are experiencing. As a result, survivors of childhood sexual abuse are at greater risk of developing problems with alcohol and other drugs[7] and may be more likely to start using substances at a younger age.[8][9]
Barriers
Rape Culture (societal attitudes, beliefs and misconceptions)
a complex set of beliefs that encourage male sexual aggression and supports violence against women. It is a society where violence is seen as sexy and sexuality as violent. In a rape culture, women perceive a continuum of threatened violence that ranges from sexual remarks to sexual touching to rape itself. A rape culture condones physical and emotional terrorism against women as the norm… In a rape culture both men and women assume that sexual violence is a fact of life, inevitable… However… much of what we accept as inevitable is in fact the expression of values and attitudes that can change.
We live in a culture where sexualized violence is minimized, normalized, ridiculed and even romanticized. Victims of this crime are blamed for instigating it or "asking for it" by the way they dress, how much they had to drink, where they went or with whom. No other crime blames the victim to this magnitude. These victim blaming attitudes are pervasive and promote negative beliefs, myths and misconceptions about sexual violence including what it is, how it happens, to whom and by whom. As a result, disclosures can be met with disbelief, blame, judgement or even threats and as a result there is an incredible amount of silence and stigma surrounding this issue.
Lack of Awareness on Trauma Responses
It's not always easy to fully understand the short and long-term impacts of this particular kind of trauma- not simple for survivors themselves, nor for others. In addition to the myriad of myths and misconceptions about what sexual violence is and how it happens, people impacted by trauma may behave and respond quite differently from what others might expect. Focusing on the victim's behaviour (or to what has been referred to as "counter-intuitive victim responses") and the general lack of understanding of how the brain is impacted by trauma gets in the way of understanding, believing and supporting survivors.
Recall of the event rarely occurs in a linear, step-by-step recounting of what transpired ideal for police statements and court testimonies. Recollection is often much more fragmented and confused. Traumatized victims may also appear to be lacking in emotion, which may seem at odds with the experiences they are describing and lead to mistaken impressions. They may not scream, fight or run. In fact, experiencing a freeze response (link) is most common. They may minimize or even deny the incident happened at all. They may choose to stay with or see the perpetrator again. This kind of response can be an effort to regain some sort of normalcy, routine and sense of control soon after the sexual assault.
Rape Culture and the perpetuation of rape myths:
Impact the prevalence of sexual violence by removing responsibility from perpetrators and silencing its victims
Although it is estimated that one in three girls and one in six boys are sexually abused in North America, the exact number is hard to determine because many cases are not reported to authorities. Sexual violence support services across North America would say that these numbers are grossly underreported.
Influence the development of PTSD
The prevalence of PTSD in assault survivors is drastically higher than the national prevalence of the disorder. The US National Comorbidity Survey Report estimates the lifetime prevalence of PTSD among North Americans to be 7.8%. The lifetime prevalence of PTSD for women who have been sexually assaulted is 50%.
Trauma is impacted by the level of support someone receives, whether that support is real or perceived. If the survivor of sexual assault believes that others have failed to react in a positive and supportive manner, there is a greater risk of PTSD.
Ullman and Filipas (2001) determined that negative social reactions and responses were associated with more severe PTSD symptoms.[10]
Determine whether someone chooses to disclose their experience and seek help
How we respond to disclosures significantly impacts the healing journey and can determine whether a person continues to seek support or whether they are shamed, silenced and further isolated.
Impact the quality of care they receive when they do seek help
Survivors of sexualized trauma are more likely to experience secondary victimization when seeking help from medical, social and criminal justice systems.
Secondary Trauma occurs when professionals exhibit and use victim-blaming behaviours[11]. Contact with many services especially those which do not specialize in sexual assault traumatization, can increase survivors' psychological and physical distress.[12]
What can service providers do?
Sexual violence profoundly disempowers and disconnects those who have experienced it, leaving people feeling afraid, powerless, helpless, and out of control. What is helpful is to consciously do the opposite; to help give back power and control, to establish a sense of safety, to foster a sense of reconnection, and to help grow to a sense of trust in others and in themselves.
Being aware of how our beliefs and values have been shaped by the context in which we live.
Challenging our own personal values, their origins and being open to new information.
Listen and Believe
Disclosures that are met with belief and validation help create a sense of safety and can help to alleviate some of the fear of judgment from others.
"I believe you"
Reminders that they had no control over what happened to them and that the perpetrator is fully responsible can begin to lessen the sense of blame and responsibility survivors often carry.
"This is not your fault"
"You are not responsible for other people's choices and behaviours"
"They made a conscious choice to hurt you and there was nothing you could have done to change that"
Empower
Offering real choices with an emphasis on providing information from a variety of viewpoints so that people can make an informed choice, while respecting their rights to do so, encourages people to take responsibility for their lives and empowers them to actively participate in their own care and ultimately their own healing.
"Have you thought about whether or not you would like to involve the police? Your options include: involving the police, not involving the police or completing a Third Party Report. The decision is up to you. Would you like some information about these options?"
Offer Information
Explaining what we are doing and why while providing all relevant information along the way can help to return a certain sense of control.
Explaining what your role is, what you will be doing and why
"We can stop or take a break at any time. You just let me know"
Provide space
Sexualized violence is the ultimate form of physical and emotional violation leaving people feeling hyper sensitive to any touch or physical proximity. It is very important that we are mindful of people's personal space and that we ask for permission if we need to touch them or even sit beside them.
"Is it ok if I sit next to you? "
"How can I be helpful?" "What can I do?"
The yoga studio I go to provides little round tokens for members to take and place in front of their mats if they would like physical adjustments during their practice. This gives the yoga instructor a visual cue of who they have permission to approach and physically adjust (touch) during the class.
Yoga Student, Winnipeg
Childhood Sexual Abuse
Childhood sexual abuse can occur over a period of time, is perpetrated by a trusted adult, and is a deep, dark secret the person may have hidden for a very long time. In cases where the perpetrator is a parent or family member, which is most often the case with childhood sexual abuse of girls in particular, this further complicates the trauma. The very person who is biologically supposed to comfort and protect you is harming you instead, creating tremendous conflict. This can result in a child blaming themselves for the abuse in order to protect their relationship with the attachment figure.
Research has shown that there are serious consequences of adverse childhood environments on brain development and that childhood sexual abuse can have lifelong consequences for mental health. The ACE Study shows that certain childhood experiences (including sexual abuse) are also linked to many physical and psychological problems, and increase the risk of things like alcoholism, depression, poor academic achievement,[13] Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, somatic complaints and suicide[14]. A relatively new study found that childhood sexual abuse is linked to observable structural changes in the brain including the reduction of gray matter responsible for information processing and compromised cognitive control. [15]
The trauma and fears resulting from childhood sexual abuse can be carried into adult life, as can the behaviours the person who experiences sexual abuse used to survive. Many individuals who experienced child abuse define themselves by these abusive experiences, and still live from day to day as if they are just surviving and are living in fear of further harm.
Men Affected by Sexual Abuse
There is heavy societal and cultural pressure on men to be viewed as strong, unemotional, tough, and totally in control. Maintaining this image of masculinity is strongly reinforced, even at the risk of neglecting one's own emotional needs. For men who have experienced sexual abuse, getting help is difficult and often avoided for fear of appearing weak or vulnerable. They are less likely to report sexual abuse, to identify experiences they have had as abusive, and to seek support or formal treatment for these experiences.[16] As a result, the prevalence of these crimes is skewed and often leads to the false conclusion that male sexual victimization is rare.
It is important to differentiate the effects of sexual abuse on men especially since they are more likely to be overlooked. Men have learned to bottle emotions, and disconnect from relationships which may require a different therapeutic approach. Men who have been sexually assaulted may have concerns about their masculinity as well as their sexual orientation. They may be more developmentally prone to shame because of the gender strain of not being able to sustain the cultural expectations of men in the wake of interpersonal trauma. As a result, they can struggle intensely with self-blame and often present with more externalizing symptoms of anger, substance use, and impulsive self-destructive behavior than women.
The myths in our society about men being victims of abuse hold a lot of power and may create obstacles for men to talk about their experiences and be recognized as victims of sexual abuse. When they do, they are much less likely to be taken seriously and much less likely to receive treatment. Male survivors of childhood sexual abuse are also often viewed as less vulnerable than women, and mental health professionals may be less likely to ask men or recognize sexual abuse[17]. If service providers believe in these myths, this will prevent them from providing knowledgeable and sensitive services to men who experienced sexual abuse. | eng | e2a3b059-a5e1-45ac-9147-6e71ebf04e2f | https://trauma-informed.ca/what-is-trauma/sexual-trauma/ |
Date Movie
Spoof of romantic comedies which focuses on a man, his crush, his parents, and her father.Spoof of romantic comedies which focuses on a man, his crush, his parents, and her father.Spoof of romantic comedies which focuses on a man, his crush, his parents, and her father.
This is the only one of the Seltzer/Friedberg movies I've seen, but I wish I could un-see the trailers for the others. I also wish that someone would invent a time machine so that I could strangle Seltzer and Frieberg in their cribs when they were infants.
"Date Movie" takes pop culture references and puts them on the screen. That's it. It does absolutely nothing humorous,sly, witty, satirical or even interesting. The trailers for their subsequent movies (which I was unfortunate enough to see) indicate that this is a trend. It makes no sense that they are continually allowed to work in Hollywood.
I hope that they read this review, and that they will stop trying to make movies. Or that someone stops them. They are the worst thing to happen to art in all of human history. | eng | ce3f7925-79df-456e-a23b-551fe4121c22 | https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0466342/ |
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are the buzzwords of the digital age. These technologies have revolutionized the way we interact with machines and make decisions. With the advent of AI and ML, the software testing industry has undergone a significant transformation. Automation testing has become more efficient and effective with AI and ML. In this blog, we will discuss the role of AI and ML in automation testing, their benefits, and some of the challenges that come with them.
Understanding Automation Testing:
Automation testing refers to the process of using automation tools to run a set of predefined test cases on an application. The objective of automation testing is to ensure that the application meets the desired quality standards. It helps reduce the testing time, improves the accuracy and reliability of the test results, and helps identify defects early in the development cycle.
Role of AI/ML in Automation Testing:
AI and ML have a significant impact on automation testing. They have the ability to analyze large amounts of data, learn from it, and make intelligent decisions. Here are some of the ways in which AI and ML are being used in automation testing:
Test Case Generation: AI/ML algorithms can analyze the application under test and generate test cases automatically. These algorithms can also identify the most critical areas of the application and prioritize them for testing.
Test Execution: AI/ML can be used to execute automated test cases. These algorithms can analyze the test results and identify any anomalies or failures.
Test Maintenance: AI/ML can be used to maintain automated tests by identifying and updating test cases that are no longer relevant and adding new test cases as the application evolves.
Benefits of AI/ML in Automation Testing:
Here are some of the benefits of using AI/ML in automation testing:
Faster Testing: AI/ML algorithms can help reduce the testing time by automating the process of test case generation, execution, and maintenance.
Improved Test Coverage: AI/ML algorithms can help identify the most critical areas of the application and prioritize them for testing, resulting in better test coverage.
Improved Accuracy: AI/ML algorithms can analyze the test results and identify any anomalies or failures, resulting in more accurate test results.
Cost-Effective: Automation testing with AI/ML is more cost-effective than manual testing as it reduces the need for manual effort and resources.
Challenges of AI/ML in Automation Testing:
Here are some of the challenges that come with using AI/ML in automation testing:
Expertise: AI/ML algorithms require a high level of expertise to design, develop, and implement. Companies need to invest in training their staff or hire external experts to work on AI/ML-based automation testing.
Data Quality: The accuracy and reliability of AI/ML algorithms depend on the quality of the data used to train them. Poor quality data can lead to inaccurate test results.
Security Concerns: AI/ML algorithms can be vulnerable to security threats, such as hacking and malware attacks. Companies need to implement strong security measures to protect their data and systems.
AI and ML are transforming automation testing in ways that were not possible before. By leveraging these technologies, organizations can automate repetitive tasks, increase testing accuracy, and achieve higher test coverage. Here are some of the key areas where AI/ML is having a significant impact on automation testing:
Test Case Generation:
AI/ML can help automate the process of test case generation. These algorithms can analyze the application under test and identify the most critical areas that require testing. Based on this analysis, the AI/ML algorithms can generate test cases automatically. These test cases can be run repeatedly and can help identify bugs or errors in the system quickly.
Test Execution:
AI/ML algorithms can also be used to execute automated test cases. Once the test cases are generated, they can be executed by the AI/ML algorithms. These algorithms can analyze the test results and identify any anomalies or failures. This can help reduce the time and effort required to identify bugs or errors in the system.
Test Data Management:
AI/ML can also help manage test data. Generating realistic test data sets can be a challenging task, especially when dealing with complex systems. AI/ML algorithms can help generate realistic test data sets that simulate real-world scenarios. They can also identify and manage data dependencies, provide data masking, and data anonymization. This can help ensure that sensitive information is not leaked during testing.
Test Maintenance:
AI/ML can be used to maintain automated tests. As the application evolves, new test cases need to be added, and old test cases need to be updated or removed. AI/ML algorithms can identify test cases that are no longer relevant and update them accordingly. This can help ensure that the automated tests remain relevant and effective over time.
Benefits of AI/ML in Automation Testing:
The use of AI/ML in automation testing has many benefits. Some of the key benefits include:
Faster Testing:
One of the biggest advantages of using AI/ML in automation testing is that it can help reduce the testing time. Automated tests can be executed quickly and repeatedly, which can help identify bugs or errors in the system faster.
Improved Test Coverage:
AI/ML can help identify the most critical areas of the application and prioritize them for testing. This can help improve the test coverage and ensure that all critical areas of the application are thoroughly tested.
Improved Accuracy:
AI/ML algorithms can analyze the test results and identify any anomalies or failures. This can help improve the accuracy and reliability of the test results.
Cost-Effective:
Automation testing with AI/ML is more cost-effective than manual testing. It reduces the need for manual effort and resources, which can help organizations save time and money.
Challenges of AI/ML in Automation Testing:
While there are many benefits to using AI/ML in automation testing, there are also some challenges that organizations need to be aware of. Some of the key challenges include:
Expertise:
AI/ML algorithms require a high level of expertise to design, develop, and implement. Companies need to invest in training their staff or hire external experts to work on AI/ML-based automation testing.
Data Quality:
The accuracy and reliability of AI/ML algorithms depend on the quality of the data used to train them. Poor quality data can lead to inaccurate test results. Organizations need to ensure that they have access to high-quality data that is relevant to the application under test.
Security Concerns:
AI/ML algorithms can be vulnerable to security threats, such as hacking and malware attacks. Companies need to implement strong security measures to protect their data and systems.
Defect Prediction:
AI/ML algorithms can also be used for defect prediction. By analyzing the historical data from previous testing cycles, these algorithms can predict the likelihood of defects occurring in the future. This can help organizations prioritize testing efforts and focus on areas that are more likely to have defects.
Test Prioritization:
AI/ML can help prioritize tests based on their criticality and impact on the system. By analyzing the application under test, these algorithms can identify the most critical features and functions. Based on this analysis, they can prioritize tests accordingly. This can help organizations ensure that critical areas of the application are thoroughly tested.
Adaptive Testing:
AI/ML can also be used to adapt the test suite based on the changes in the application under test. As the application evolves, the test suite needs to be updated to ensure that it remains relevant and effective. AI/ML algorithms can automatically identify the changes in the application and update the test suite accordingly. This can help organizations save time and effort in maintaining their test suites.
Test Environment Management:
AI/ML can help manage the test environment, which is crucial for effective automation testing. It can identify the required test environments and ensure that they are set up correctly. It can also monitor the test environment and ensure that it remains stable and consistent throughout the testing process.
Benefits of AI/ML in Automation Testing
The benefits of using AI/ML in automation testing extend beyond faster testing and improved accuracy. Some of the other key benefits include:
Reduced Time-to-Market:
By automating testing, organizations can reduce the time it takes to release new features and functions. This can help them stay ahead of the competition and meet customer demands quickly.
Improved Collaboration:
Automation testing with AI/ML can help improve collaboration between different teams. It can provide a common platform for developers, testers, and other stakeholders to work together and share information.
Increased ROI:
AI/ML-based automation testing can help organizations save time and money, leading to increased ROI. It can reduce the need for manual effort and resources, and minimize the risk of errors and defects in the system.
Challenges of AI/ML in Automation Testing:
Despite the many benefits of using AI/ML in automation testing, there are also several challenges that organizations need to consider. These challenges include:
Integration:
Integrating AI/ML algorithms with existing automation testing tools and frameworks can be challenging. Organizations need to ensure that their tools and frameworks are compatible with AI/ML-based automation testing.
Scalability:
AI/ML algorithms require a significant amount of computational power and resources. As the testing workload increases, organizations need to ensure that their infrastructure can scale up to meet the demand.
Transparency:
AI/ML algorithms can be complex and difficult to understand. Organizations need to ensure that their testing processes are transparent and explainable and that stakeholders can understand the results produced by AI/ML algorithms.
Where does LambdaTest fit in?
LambdaTest is a cloud-based cross-browser testing platform that enables organizations to automate their software tests across multiple devices and browsers. The platform leverages the power of AI/ML to provide intelligent testing solutions that can help organizations streamline their testing processes and achieve faster, more accurate results.
Here are some ways in which LambdaTest uses AI/ML to automate software tests:
Test Automation:
LambdaTest provides a Selenium-based test automation framework that enables organizations to automate their software tests across multiple browsers and devices. The platform uses AI/ML algorithms to optimize the test scripts and improve their performance. This helps organizations achieve faster and more accurate testing results, reducing the time and effort required for manual testing.
Smart Test Suggestions:
LambdaTest's AI/ML algorithms can analyze the user's testing patterns and provide smart test suggestions. This helps organizations optimize their testing efforts by identifying areas that require more attention and focus. Smart test suggestions can also help organizations identify the most critical areas of the application and ensure that they are thoroughly tested.
Test Result Analysis:
LambdaTest's AI/ML algorithms can analyze the test results and provide intelligent insights that can help organizations identify the root cause of issues and defects. This helps organizations improve their testing processes and prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.
Real-time Test Monitoring:
LambdaTest's real-time test monitoring feature enables organizations to monitor their tests in real-time and receive alerts for any issues or errors. The platform uses AI/ML algorithms to analyze the test results and identify potential issues before they impact the testing process. This helps organizations ensure that their tests are running smoothly and achieve faster testing results.
Test Environment Management:
LambdaTest's AI/ML algorithms can analyze the test environment and ensure that it is set up correctly. This helps organizations save time and effort in managing their test environments, ensuring that they remain stable and consistent throughout the testing process.
LambdaTest's AI/ML-based testing solutions can help organizations automate their testing processes, reduce time-to-market, and improve collaboration between different teams. The platform provides intelligent testing solutions that can help organizations achieve faster and more accurate results, reducing the risk of errors and defects in the system.
Conclusion:
AI/ML has a significant impact on automation testing, making it faster, more accurate, and cost-effective. However, the challenges that come with using AI/ML should not be overlooked. Companies need to invest in training their staff and implementing strong security measures to ensure the successful implementation of AI/ML-based automation testing. Overall, the benefits of using AI/ML in automation testing outweigh the challenges, and this technology is set to play an increasingly important role in the future of software testing. | eng | e958fc69-19ad-4a28-bae9-8f33b0537d82 | https://techchary.com/the-role-of-ai-ml-in-automation-testing/ |
From Chaos to Calm: Redesigning a Garden for Peacefulness
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, gardens have the potential to be sanctuaries of serenity – places where one can escape the chaos and find solace in nature's embrace. However, many outdoor spaces are overrun with disarray, clutter and neglected greenery; if a garden resembles a jungle more than a peaceful haven, fear not – this journey begins with the understanding that transformation is always possible.
Garden Art and Decor for Peacefulness
Incorporating art and sculptures into a garden is an effective way to infuse it with personality and tranquility; these elements have the power to evoke emotions, tell stories, and add a touch of magic to the outdoor space. Imagine strolling through a garden and stumbling upon a gracefully sculpted statue nestled among the greenery or an art piece strategically placed to catch the eye.
These artistic elements serve as focal points and encourage contemplation and reflection; moreover, selecting decor that complements the garden's theme and purpose can greatly enhance the ambiance. For instance, a nativity outdoor set on outdoornativitysets.com can be a beautiful addition, invoking a sense of peace and spirituality while harmonizing with the natural surroundings.
Decluttering and Organizing
Taming the overgrown wilderness and organizing garden spaces are fundamental steps in the journey from a chaotic garden to a tranquil oasis – when a garden is overrun with unruly vegetation and clutter, it can be overwhelming. However, by tackling the tangled undergrowth and reclaiming the garden's lost pathways a canvas for serenity is created.
Pruning overgrown plants, trimming wild branches, and weeding out the unnecessary can reveal the hidden beauty beneath the chaos. Equally important is the art of organizing garden spaces; by defining specific areas for different purposes – whether a serene seating nook, a vibrant flower bed, or a functional gardening station – order and structure are established. Ultimately, this makes the garden more visually appealing and enhances its functionality, making it easier to navigate and enjoy.
Choosing Calming Plants and Elements
Identifying calming plants and elements is a pivotal aspect of crafting a garden oasis that exudes tranquility; the selection of plants plays an integral role in shaping the overall ambiance of the outdoor space. Opting for lush greenery, soft color palettes, and fragrant blossoms can evoke a sense of calm and relaxation. For example, plants like lavender, jasmine, and ornamental grasses provide visual appeal and release soothing fragrances into the air.
Additionally, incorporating elements like gently flowing water features – such as fountains or bubbling streams – can create a serene auditory backdrop that drowns out the noise of the outside world. Stones, gravel paths, and wooden structures can add natural textures that further enhance the peaceful aura of the garden.
Sustainable and Low-Maintenance Solutions
Incorporating sustainable and low-maintenance solutions into garden design benefits the environment and ensures a more peaceful and stress-free gardening experience; by choosing native and drought-resistant plants, water consumption and maintenance efforts are reduced, fostering a more resilient garden ecosystem.
Inviting Wildlife and Biodiversity
By creating a hospitable environment for birds, butterflies, bees, and other creatures, a contribution is made to the local ecosystem while adding a dynamic element to the outdoor space; planting a variety of native flowers and shrubs provides essential food sources and shelter for wildlife. Incorporating bird feeders, bird baths, and insect-friendly plants can attract an array of fascinating visitors, turning the garden into a lively and harmonious habitat.
Moreover, installing a small pond or water feature can serve as a watering hole for thirsty creatures, further enriching the biodiversity of the garden. As these natural interactions are observed and the symphony of bird songs is enjoyed, a deep sense of peace and connection with the world around is found, making the garden a true haven for humans and wildlife.
Final Remarks
In summary, the journey of metamorphosing a garden from chaos into tranquility – from disarray into a serene sanctuary – promises profound rewards. This transformative path encompasses the art of taming unruly wilderness, meticulously organizing garden spaces and carefully curating soothing plants and elements.
Such an endeavor calls for unwavering patience, boundless creativity, and an unending reverence for the exquisite tapestry of nature's beauty. As one embarks on this voyage of garden revitalization, it is essential to acknowledge that it is a journey of cultivation and a profound connection to the harmonious rhythms of the natural world, where the heart finds solace and the spirit finds renewal. | eng | f9f6bb19-6c72-4794-8337-b457cd19c1e4 | https://holrmagazine.com/from-chaos-to-calm-redesigning-a-garden-for-peacefulness/ |
Why you should incorporate
stocks into your portfolio
1. Capital Growth
Shares can increase in value over time. When one buys shares in a company, its revenue and profits may grow over time. The resulting increase in share prices is capital growth.
2. Dividend Yield
Some shares can give investors some income in the form of dividends. A dividend is a distribution of a portion of a company's earnings or reserves to its shareholders. Some companies tend to pay dividends regularly (quarterly, semi-annually or annually), while others pay dividends sometimes or not at all.
3. Highest Historical Returns
Stocks have historically offered investors the highest returns.
4. Liquidity
Investors can buy and sell shares quickly and easily when we want. Stocks are relatively liquid assets. Investors who look at thinly-traded stocks (low volume) need to be aware of the heightened volatility involved.
5. Transparency
We can see the price of the shares we want to buy or sell. Investors enjoy transparency of prices transacted on the exchange and are able to buy/sell shares quickly in flexible amounts (minimum 100 shares per transaction). | eng | 56494e3f-7f7f-46e7-86df-ad392113fccb | https://www.alphaedgegm.com/adding-stocks-into-portfolio |
New Global Economic Order Built Around China?
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the US dollar dominance as the global trading currency could be threatened by the sweeping sanctions taken against Russia from the late February 'military operations' undertaken in Ukraine. The IMF is worried that using currencies as a weapon will fragment the world economy while making it less efficient.
There are now countries rushing to find ways of transacting and storing money that circumvent the US currencies and financial markets, as well as those of their allies. Some countries are renegotiating the currency in which they get paid for trade.
Western countries, in unison with the US, EU and NATO, have imposed huge sanctions on Russia, including restrictions on its central bank, which could trigger the emergence of small currency blocs based on trade between separate groups of countries.
Russia has sought to reduce its dependence on the dollar after the US imposed sanctions in retaliation to its annexation of Crimea in 2014.
As of the end of January 2022, Russia held foreign currency reserves worth $469bn, which represented roughly a fifth of its foreign reserves in dollar-denominated assets just prior to the 'military operations' in Ukraine, with a notable chunk held overseas in Germany, France, the UK and Japan, who have now banded together to isolate Moscow from the global financial system, and have frozen more than half of Russia's reserves.
Gita Gopinath, the IMF's first deputy managing director, said the sanctions against Russia do not foreshadow the demise of the dollar as the reserve currency and that the conflict in Ukraine will slow global economic growth but will not cause a global recession.
Financial sanctions imposed on Russia threaten to weaken the dominance of the US dollar and could result in a more fragmented international monetary system, said Gopinath to The Financial Times. The conflict will also spur the adoption of digital finance, from cryptocurrencies to stablecoins and central bank digital currencies, she added.
Gopinath said the greater use of other currencies in global trade would lead to further diversification of the reserve assets held by national central banks and added,
"Countries tend to accumulate reserves in the currencies with which they trade with the rest of the world, and in which they borrow from the rest of the world, so you might see some slow-moving trends towards other currencies playing a bigger role [in reserve assets]."
Two monetary systems might emerge, with one western and the other Chinese, and may operate in divergent ways which overlap.
The Great Economic Rivalry, by Graham Allison and associates at Harvard, have concluded that China is strong peer competitor of the US, and its currency could become global money, given the size and sophistication of its economy.
China hopes its currency, the yuan, also known as renminbi, will replace the US dollar as the global currency. The majority of international investors believe this will be inevitable, but none can say when.
When this happens Chinese exporters would have lower borrowing costs, more economic clout in relation to the United States, and would support President Jinping's economic reforms.
On December 1, 2015, the IMF announced that it awarded the yuan status as a reserve currency, and added the yuan to its Special Drawing Rights basket on October 1, 2016. This basket currently includes the Euro, Japanese yen, British pound, and US dollar. By August 2015, the yuan became the fourth most-used currency in the world, as it surpassed the Japanese yen, Canadian loonie, and the Australian dollar.
Chinese exports are relatively more competitive against dollar prices around the world. Thanks to low-cost exports to the US, China's economic growth soared.
Global reserves account for about 2% and the use of the yuan around the world is rising, while the decline in the dollar's share can be accounted for by greater use of the Chinese renminbi.
Beijing was in the process of internationalizing the yuan before the Ukraine crisis and is already ahead of other nations in adopting a central bank digital currency.
The level of trade is not the only reason the US dollar is the world's reserve currency. The strength of the American economy instills trust, but most importantly is the transparency of US financial markets and the stability of its monetary policy.
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is Chair of the Working Group on US RMB Trading and Clearing group, with a goal to create a yuan trading center in the United States. The group includes former US Treasury Secretaries Hank Paulson and Timothy Geithner. The center would lower costs for American companies trading with China.
The dominance of the US dollar is a product of the US economic size and open financial markets. However, high inflation is a greater threat to the stability in the dollar. The US dollar became the official reserve currency of the world in 1944 in the Bretton Woods Agreement.
The US dollar is not backed by gold or any other precious metal, and is a fiat (government-made) currency, since 1971.
59 per cent of global foreign currency reserves were denominated in dollars, another 20 per cent in euros, 6 per cent in yen and 5 per cent in sterling, as of the third quarter of 2021.
Gopinath noted that the dollar's share of international reserves had fallen from 70 per cent to 60 per cent over the past two decades, with the emergence of other trading currencies, led by the Australian dollar.
If the US currency were to collapse, hyperinflation would lock the economy into a "wage-price spiral," in which higher prices would force employers to pay higher wages, which they would pass on to customers as higher price, while Washington would print out currency to meet demand, making inflation even worse.
The dollar slid to more than a one-week low in late January 2022 as data showed a drop in US private sector employment due to the increase in COVID-19 infections.
US President Biden refuses to acknowledge Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) as the de-facto leader of Saudi Arabia. Biden only deals with King Salman, and has said he will not recognize MBS as the next King after Salman, and has labeled MBS a killer.
Biden wanted MBS to pump more oil to bring the price down after the Russia sanctions on gas and oil. MBS would not take the White House calls, neither did the United Arab Emirates. MBS will sell oil to China in yuan, as Saudi Arabia makes a historic pivot towards China, and away from the US, who has disappointed Saudi Arabia for not defending the oil facilities after repeated attacks by Yemeni rebels. Former President Trump insulted Saudi Arabia and the King personally. Saudi Arabia had previously depended on the US as a security defender, but now realizes that the oil rich kingdom can no longer depend on the US for respect, or security.
The US and China may one day sit in negotiations concerning the new world trade currency. | eng | 03cab650-c874-4142-b1e7-3e21eb23cb4f | https://geopolitic.org/2022/04/01/new-global-economic-order-built-around-china/ |
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| So Novell, one of the biggest Linux distributors in the world, and Microsoft,
| one of the biggest companies in world history, couldn't find a single large
| customer on Planet Earth to buy into Novell's Suse Linux Enterprise Server
| software.
|
| Novell CEO Ron Hovsepian has stepped up and, rather than point fingers at
| Microsoft for that performance, put the blame on his company and its
| inability to strengthen its reseller channel. In a conference call with
| financial analysts last month, he said ". . . we don't have the partner
| ecosystem to the level of performance that we needed it to be." Novell, not
| Microsoft, is responsible for goosing its own market, Hovsepian said.
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Recent:
Does Microsoft still need Novell?
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| Novell is now facing the consequences of leaving its fate in another
| company's hands.
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The OpenSuse FAQ touched me in a bad place
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| I consider enthusiatically supporting a company that calls your underlying
| community a "cancer" to be a "sell out". I consider promoting Microsoft
| technologies to the direct detriment of competing Free and Open Source
| technologies to be a "sell out". The "clear conditions" and "few specific
| areas" are irrelevant. The question of "selling out" is very much a
| subjective one, because it requires one to make a value judgment based on
| actions. And that's about as far as you can go with the arguement on whether
| Novell "sold out" or not - do you think they did? (Hint: the answer is yes.)
|
| And "fierce competitors"? Please. Microsoft has two major development
| platforms it wants deployed right now: .NET and Silverlight. Novell is doing
| everything it can to spread both of them wherever it can.
|
| [...]
|
| Well, I don't know what you mean by "pushing". I do know that:
|
| * Miguel de Icaza thinks OOXML is "superb", superior to ODF, called
| criticism of it "FUD", considers ISO approval was a good thing, and so on
| [1] [2] [3].
| * Novell announced that the "Novell edition of the OpenOffice.org office
| productivity suite" would support OOXML very early in the game [1]
|
| These could be construed as "pushing" OOXML. Be careful now: the argument
| that OOXML support - now, after approval - is needed is not relevant. The
| problem is that when the discussion was started, and OOXML was proposed
| specificially to counter ODF, Novell stood firmly behing Microsoft.
|
| The reason people think Novell is "pushing" OOXML, even if technically Novell
| recomments ODF, is because most people judge by actions, not words. Novell
| has taken a lot of action to support ("push") OOXML. ODF? Not so much.
|
| It also provides me an opening to touch on my favorite pet peeve: just
| because someone disagrees with you, does not mean the message is "FUD". If
| someone is laying out a reasoned argument - it is not "FUD", no matter how
| much you might disagree with the premise or conclusion. It doesn't mean you
| agree with someone's argument, but you don't just get to dismiss legitimite
| criticism by calling it "FUD". Let me help you out:
|
| This is FUD: "Linux infringes on 235 Microsoft patents." "Linux is a cancer."
| This is not
|
| [...]
|
| Here we have the FAQ that caused me to write this entry; I won't use openSUSE
| precisely because it is "sponsored" by Novell - and so, according to the
| FAQ - I am being clearly ignorant and being absurd.
|
| First, the easy pickings: Tomboy/F-Spot/Banshee/Beagle, etc. - no I don't use
| any of those because I won't have mono on any of my machines. I dare say most
| people that disagree with the Novell/Microsoft deal don't use mono. (And
| here's the thing: I don't care if someone wants to use them - I just don't
| think they should be included by default in some many distros. But the key to
| gaining mindshare is to have your products on the desktop, and that's why
| Novell pushes so hard to get these things included in the default GNOME and
| so on.)
|
| [...]
|
| As I mentioned in another blog post Novell's relationship with openSUSE is
| not one of "mere sponsorship":
|
| * openSUSE is a trademark of Novell
| * openSUSE EULA is was a "Novell Software License Agreement" [I see this
| has changed for the new release.]
| * openSUSE is promoted as "openSUSE from Novell" on Novell's own website
| * The openSUSE site is copyrighted by Novell.
| * The openSUSE "Community Board" is lead by a Novell-appointed chairman,
| and must contain a majority of Novell employees.
|
| [...]
|
| In a way, this speaks to the heart of the matter: Microsoft has been
| hell-bent on destroying Open Source for a long, long time - and still Novell
| gets into bed with them. Limiting the discussion to patent issues attempts to
| obscure the fact that Novell is enthusiastically pushing Microsoft technology
| into the Open Source ecosystem as hard as it can. Patents may be one part of
| the issue, and an important one - but the larger issue to me is embracing an
| anti-Free Software company like Microsoft.
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The Golden Age of PC Gaming
The "PC Families" section lists the greatest Personal Computer (PC)
gaming families of the 70s, 80s, and early 90s. The PC ( or home computer) industry
started in 1977 with the release of the Apple II, TRS-80, and arguably the Commodore PET
(which was geared more towards business use). However, computer gaming didn't truly
become popular until 1979 with the release of the Atari 400/800. There were games
written for PCs before Atari entered the scene, but they were generally written by
amateurs (how many people could call themselves a professional computer game programmer in
1977?!) who produced adaptations of traditional games, which were regionally marketed and
unprofessionally packaged. It wasn't until Atari entered the computer market in 1979
that gaming was not only taken seriously, but it became a major consideration when
purchasing a computer. Zip-lock bags turned into boxes and computer gaming turned
mainstream. Atari brought with it a host of "professional" game developers
and jumpstarted the industry as a whole. This was the start of the "Golden
Age" of computer gaming.
In 1983, the gaming console market (led by Atari) crashed. Many game
players turned to the PC for interactive entertainment, and PC games suddenly became
a valid and profitable business venture. The Golden Age was about to reach its peak.
There were many platforms competing for the PC gamers' dollars throughout the
mid-80's.
Starting in 1992, there was really only one platform for PC Gaming -- the Intel-based
PC. The Apple Macintosh was also a viable gaming platform in the 90's, but its
numbers were dwarfed by the Intel-based games. The dominance of Intel and the
mass-production of games on CD-ROM signified the end of the Golden Age. The main
players in PC Gaming from 1979 through 1991 are represented on the left. I
chose these computer families because I feel they represent the pinnacle of computer
gaming at their respective times. I call this period the "Golden Age" of
PC Gaming and these PC product lines "gaming-significant" platforms.
You will notice that GOTCHA does not specifically
feature some computer hardware on its menu: the Coleco Adam, Mattel Aquarius, the Macintosh, the
Intel-based PC, Commodore PET and the Apple IIgs to name a few. Here's why:
Coleco Adam & Mattel Aquarius --
The Coleco Adam is basically an expansion system for its video game console
counterpart, the ColecoVison. The idea is similar to the computer modules for the Atari 2600,
only much better. The Adam was released in 1983 along with a host of other
products that tried to escape the game console crash of '83. Although computer games
and video game consoles share a common history (namely Atari), GOTCHA considers them
different categories for collecting purposes. GOTCHA does not collect or write about
video game consoles. The Mattel Aquarius was in fact not technologically
related to its game console predecessor, the Intellivision. The Aquarius could not natively run
Intellivision games (unlike the Adam, which could run ColecoVision
games). The Aquarius was bought by Mattel, repackaged and marketed for
the USA specifically to be a computer. However, its own employees
dubbed it "The System for the Seventies" (it was released in 1983
like the Adam). Most
of the games were ports of Intellivision favorites such as Utopia and
Astrosmash. To learn more about the Aquarius, check Intellivision
Productions' page at:
Both computers had a very short run (approximately 1983 -1985), very little
impact on the U.S. market, very limited game support by third parties, and
offered negligible innovation in computer gaming. Although the
hardware isn't featured in the menus, the GOTCHA archives does have a boxed
Aquarius in its archives purchased in December of 2002.
Apple Macintosh and Intel-based PCs(once
called IBM-compatible PCs) -- Although these systems have been around for a
long time, their significance to gaming came at the very end of the Golden Age.
During the 1980's, the black and white Mac and four color Intels (later 16 color) were no
competition for the Atari ST, Commodore Amiga and often the C-64, and many of the classic
games for the Intel/Mac platforms were also made (and made better) on the competing
platforms. The Intels and the Mac (which was positioned as a "serious"
computer to differentiate it from the Apple II series) didn't become significant in the
gaming world until the early 1990's, which actually signifies the end of the Golden
Age. It is also important to note that by this time, games were produced in much
larger quantities and are therefore not as rare. Personally, I equate the coming of
age for Intel PCs with the release of Wing Commander II in 1991 by Origin Systems.
This was the first game that made me want to buy an Intel PC. One more note:
I'm not saying that there were no Intel and Mac-based games of significance in the 80's;
there were, and those games are part of the GOTCHA Museum. However, GOTCHA
doesn't collect old Intel machines like the 8088, PC Jr. or even 286-based machines
because they don't represent the pinnacle of gaming during the Golden Age.
Also, older Intel games can be played on newer Intel based machines,
making the Golden Age machines unnecessary for retro-gaming. To see what Mac and
Intel games GOTCHA has, visit the Apple games page and the Intel-based PC games page.
Sinclair Spectrum and Amstrad CPC (European Systems)
-- Both of these systems were immensely popular throughout Europe and featured a plethora
of games from many big third-party publishers. Given their popularity and their peak
timeframe (early to mid 80's) I would rank them as contemporaries and serious competition
for the Apple II and Commodore 64. These are definitely gaming-significant
platforms. However, GOTCHA hasn't acquired either of these because they are barely
known in the U.S. marketplace, and they wouldn't be much use in the U.S., given the video
and power supply differences. However, due to the magic combination of emulation and
eBay, GOTCHA has had the pleasure of experiencing these games first-hand. Someday GOTCHA
may acquire the actual computers, but for now you can find examples of these games in
"The Games" pages under the appropriate PC Families
section. One note: there was a U.S. version of the Sinclair,
released by Timex. However, the first and most popular of the family
(the 1000) only had 2K of memory and a membrane keyboard by default.
Later models and expansion units had 16K, but Timex never supported gaming
and the Sinclairs were mostly bought by beginner hobbyists as an inexpensive
entry into home computing. GOTCHA obtained a nice 16K Timex Sinclair
1500 in 2002. This version of the 1500 comes in a padded briefcase
form-fitted to the 1500 CPU, 2020 data cassette recorder, the miscellaneous
cables, and the instructions. It is a very nice package, but again,
compared to the European "Spectrum" line, it is a poor gaming
substitute.
MSX -- A fairly popular
computer platform in Japan and Europe during the early 80's. Several
manufactures produced compatible systems including: Sony, Philips, Toshiba,
Panasonic, Yamaha, Sanyo and JVC. Its hardware is excluded from GOTCHA
for similar reasons to the Sinclair and Amstrad.
Additionally, its relative obscurity keeps it below our radar...aside
from a brief mention here. For more information on MSX, try this
site:
Commodore PET -- The PET (which stands for
''Personal Electronic Transactor'') was Commodore's first successful foray into personal
computers. It was released in 1977 along with the Apple
II and TRS-80. However, the PET was geared more towards the small business market and
therefore was not a significant contributor to the gaming world. This being said,
one PET game in particular, Flash Attack, won a GOTCHA award for1980 and was the first
game to be played over two networked PCs. It was also host to the
first (and most primitive) version of Temple of Apshai
and other games by Epyx.
Apple IIgs -- Read the Apple
II page to see why GOTCHA doesn't place this system in its own "family."
Do you disagree with the statements above? Do you think GOTCHA is missing some
gaming-significant systems? Write me
and let me know. If you make a convincing argument that GOTCHA has neglected a
gaming-significant system, it will be added to the GOTCHA Museum.
The sections under "PC Families" list the antique computer systems in the
GOTCHA Museum. For the record, GOTCHA doesn't focus on hardware. If that were
the case, the hardware archives would be much larger and include many different flavors of
each PC. Aside from their historic value, the main reason GOTCHA acquires hardware
is because that is the way classic computer games were meant to be played. This is
GOTCHA's focus: ORIGINAL computer games with original boxes and original
documentation. For each gaming-significant platform, GOTCHA selects one model that
is representative of the product line and can play a vast majority of the games created
for it. Click the menu to the left to see the systems in the GOTCHA Museum and
read a brief history about their gaming significance.
Note: Many of the pictures in this section are generic representations.
They are not necessarily pictures of the GOTCHA systems and are provided for
reference only | eng | 083cb0ae-7bd6-4829-888f-744d48e47dcd | http://mechanar.com/gotcha/gamepcs.htm |
How to Change Your Computer Name In Windows
If you leave the computer name as default while setting up Windows, it usually shows DESKTOP or LAPTOP followed by some alphanumeric identifiers. However, you may want to change the name to better personalize it or for other reasons.
Windows allows many ways of altering this name, which is all very easy to perform. But keep in mind that it only changes the name of the computer, not your user account.
Rules and Conventions You Should Follow:
You need administrator privileges to change the PC name. So, log in with an admin account beforehand.
Using Windows Settings
The most user-friendly way of changing the name of your computer is by using the Windows Settings app. You will find the necessary options under the System Settings.
Open Windows Settings by pressing Win + I.
On the System tab, click on Rename under your computer and model name.
Or you can go to System > About and then click Rename this PC.
Enter the new name and click Next.
Select Restart now. Or, if you have some pending tasks, you can click Restart later. But the change won't apply until you restart the computer.
Through System Properties
Before introducing Windows Settings, the usual method of changing the computer name was through the System Properties utility under the Control Panel. You can still use it even in later Windows versions.
Open Run.
Type sysdm.cpl and press Enter to open System Properties.
Click on Change on the Computer Name tab.
Enter the new computer name and click OK > OK.
Click Restart now. You can also select Restart later as well. The name will only change after the reboot.
Using Command-line Interface
You can also use command-line tools like Command Prompt and PowerShell to alter the computer name. In fact, it is the quickest method if you are familiar with coding or using such programs.
Enter the command below while replacing "New-Computer-Name" with your preferred new name for the computer. wmic ComputerSystem where "name='%ComputerName%'" call rename "New-Computer-Name"
Restart your computer to apply the new name.
On PowerShell
Open Run.
Type powershell and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open the Elevated Windows PowerShell. You can also use the pwsh command if you use PowerShell core.
Type Rename-Computer -NewName "New-Computer-Name" while replacing "New-Computer-Name" with the new name you have. Then, press Enter.
Close PowerShell and restart your PC to apply this change.
Using Registry Editor
It is also possible to modify your computer's name through the Registry Editor. In fact, all other methods change the relevant registry entry from where your system actually gets the computer name.
Warning: Manually changing the registry settings can cause great harm to your system if you change some essential values unintentionally. So, I recommend backing up the registry beforehand just to be safe.
Open Run.
Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
Navigate to Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\ComputerName\ActiveComputerName
Double-click on ComputerName.
Enter the new name on the Value data textbox while using block or capital letters. Click OK.
Go to Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\ComputerName\ComputerName
Here, change the ComputerName entry in the same way.
Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer to apply the change | eng | 87aa0dbf-ea45-4022-97f5-143747dff448 | https://www.technewstoday.com/how-to-change-your-computer-name-in-windows/ |
In this episode, Bill Bellows and host Andrew Stotz talk about resource management in a non-traditional sense. Bill explains how managing the variation and integration in your product or service is just as important as increasing consistency and removing waste.
TRANSCRIPT
0:00:02.3 Andrew Stotz: My name is Andrew Stotz and I'll be your host as we continue our journey into the teachings of Dr. W. episode nine, Resource Management. Bill, take it away.
0:00:28.9 Bill Bellows: Thank you, Andrew. And thanks for our audience and thanks for joining in again. So we're picking up following episode nine, which was, I called it the Paradigms of Variation. It was, I think the title on the podcast may be a little bit different, but what we've been building up to from the beginning is, parallel tracks. But one aspect that I've been trying to bring forward is this idea of variation in the white beads. We talked about the white bead experiment and the idea that the red beads are not caused by the workers, they're caused by the system.
0:01:13.5 BB: And then what if we got to the point that there were no more red beads? Yes, we can make the red beads faster, we can make the red beads cheaper, but could we make, I'm sorry, we can make the white beads faster. We can make the white beads cheaper with the elimination of the red beads, but if we're dealing with nothing but white beads that are cheaper and made faster, can we improve the quality of the beads? And what I found is, when I press on people, they'll say, "Yes, everything can be improved. Everything can be improved. When I press, press, press, they'll say faster. They'll say cheaper. I said, "Yeah, we said that." I said, "But can they be better?"
0:01:53.4 BB: Is that what Dr. Deming's trying to say with continuous improvement that we stop it a 100% white beads? Or can we go further? And I find people get stuck. And I think it's very easy to get stuck, because that's the world we live in of good parts and bad parts. We focus on the bad to make them good. And what do they do when they're good? Well, they met requirements. But what's missing is this key word called variation. And yes, there's variation in the red beads and Dr. Deming would plot that on a control chart. But Dr. Deming also discovered in, definitely in 1960, from Dr. Taguchi who he met a few years earlier, this notion of variation in the white beads and that the, so I talked earlier also about question number one and quality management.
0:02:44.0 BB: Does this quality characteristic meet requirements? There's only two answers, remember Andrew, yes or no. But then question number two is how many ways are there to meet requirements? And I'd say there's an infinite number if you take into account, how many decimal places you can go. And that, the idea that you can have anywhere from the absolute minimum to the absolute maximum of the requirements is there's all those places be in between. That's called variation. And does it matter where you are within spec? Within spec? And again, by spec I mean specification. You've met the requirements for the activity. And so what we did in episode nine, I'm sorry, episode eight is look at what I call the Two Distribution exercise. And you may have caught me saying there are four suppliers.
0:03:41.7 BB: And at the end I said, forget about the four. There's actually two. I've done it with four, I've done it with two but the important thing is when I show people a number of distributions within requirements, and one of them will be, we'll go from the minimum to the maximum with near zero and frequency at either end to then high in the middle. And I'll say, "The middle is the ideal value." And then I'll say, let's say you also have a really narrow distribution consuming, and I said, last time, 10% of the variation, what I meant to say, and I said at least once, is 10% of the tolerance that, so you're using a very small portion of the tolerance, but you're far away from the ideal value.
0:04:27.0 BB: You're shifted to the right. And so when I give people the choice of buying from one of those two suppliers under the idealized situation, you may recall, Andrew, of same price, same schedule, everything's guaranteed to meet requirements. We've got histograms, we've got control charts. The processes are in control with all those, what Ackoff would call idealized situations. Make it really, really simple. Do I go with the wide one centered on the ideal value or the narrow one over to the right? And time again, people take the really narrow one, which we said was about, why do you like the really narrow one? Because they're more consistent. Then I explained that that's precision. And that's the most popular answer. And I'm reminded of that every time I use the exercise. Within the last few days, I've used it again.
0:05:19.6 BB: And that narrow one gets people's attention. What I find really fascinating is if the goal is to meet requirements, then why is the answer not, I'll take either one of them, which was one of the choices. You could take the wide one in the middle that covers the entire, or the narrow one. Why does it matter? Why not say in the world of meeting requirements, what's the driver behind the narrow one? Why don't people say it doesn't matter anymore? And I think because there's something about variation and consistency. I was talking with somebody the other day and they said, "Being consistent is, that's everything in terms of quality." And I said, "Not quite. Not quite." What... And this will become the focus of a later episode, that you could, ideally you could put the variation where you want it to be along the ideal and end up with improved what?
0:06:18.4 BB: The answer is improved integration. Because the very simple model we use in organizations is that if the parts are good, whether it's two parts, three parts, four parts, number of parts going together, you have to have at least two. And I say if the parts are good, then they fit. That's the model. If the parts are good, then they fit, then is there anything wrong with that model? And people are like, "No, that's the model we use." If the parts are good, then they fit. Now, if you're developing an airplane or a rocket engine, you've got a wing and a fuselage, then you've got all the parts to make the wing, all the parts to make the fuselage, all the parts that do these separate components, you could say the same thing for a play. You have all the elements of the first act, all the elements of the second act, and then you put them together for the entire play. So the point is that what I'm talking about is that integration is not black and white.
[overlapping conversation]
0:07:23.2 AS: What... Just... Can you define integration just so we can make sure we understand it?
0:07:27.5 BB: Yeah. Integration is when I'm going to put the cap onto the bottle of water. That's integration. The cap is good, the bottle is good. Now I'm trying to put the cap, which is good, and the bottle, which is good, and I'm trying to put the cap onto the bottle.
0:07:46.0 AS: Okay.
0:07:46.5 BB: Yeah. That's integration. Or I'm trying to put the, I'm trying to put two parts of something together. I'm trying to put the cap on top of the pen. What I love about water bottles as a prop is wherever I'm presenting, someone in your room will have a water bottle. And I'll say, can I use this as a prop? Sure. And I say, if all the requirements for the cap are met, what do we say about the cap? It's good. And if all the requirements for the bottle are met, what do we say about the bottle? It's good. Then I'll say, see what we're doing? We're managing parts in isolation. We're saying the cap is good, the body is good. Then I say, why don't we focus on how well the cap mates with the bottle? And I had a co-worker once said, well, if the cap is good and the bottle is good, then won't it fit. Fit as in absolute fit, right?
0:08:39.7 BB: Not relative fit 'cause remember in early episodes we talked about black and white thinking versus shades of gray thinking. Good versus bad is black and white. Fit is black and white. It fits or it doesn't. What I'm talking about Andrew, is the idea that there's variation in good and the variation in good cap, and the variation in the good bottle show up when I go to put the cap onto the bottle. Because if the, if the outer diameter of the bottle is on the high side and the cap, inner diameter is on the low side, then I'm gonna have trouble putting the cap onto the bottle, 'cause one's too small, one's too large. Boom. And, so what I'm trying to imply, [chuckle] not what I'm trying to imply. What I'm stating is fit is not absolute.It's relative. Integration, which is about fit, is relative. And I don't, did we talk Andrew about a hundred percent…?
0:09:41.1 AS: Wait a minute. You gotta say that again. I didn't catch that. I know many of our listeners are a little faster than me. But say that again about relative versus...
0:09:56.6 BB: Okay, so what I'm saying is the fundamental model we're using is if the cap is good of the water bottle and the bottle is good, then the cap will fit onto the bottle. It'll fit when you go to...
0:10:05.7 AS: Yep.
0:10:07.8 BB: Put the, put it on it fits just like that. What I'm talking about…
0:10:12.1 AS: And when you say fit, are you using that as a general term in a system or are you just talking specifically about the cap?
0:10:17.8 BB: No, no, I'm really, I'm glad you brought this up. What the suggestion is that fit, there's only one degree of fit. It goes together you know with a, technically what we're talking about is how much torque is required to screw it on, how much force is required. And so fit is about how much force is required to screw it on. And the implication behind them being good and fit is that they always fit the same. So the model is that parts that are good fit together the same way each time. And that's not the case. So there's a... And I, one of my first exposures to this was reading a book by David Kearns and I mentioned this, I don't know which episode. And I said that Frank Pipp, an assembly plant manager at this Ford factory had his assembly team routinely buy competitor's cars and put them together.
0:11:19.4 BB: Because at the Ford plant, most of the time when they're putting parts together, they needed rubber mallets to bang them together because they didn't quite fit. And, so they needed help. And the help was the hammers to bang them together and out. Every now and then two parts went together without a hammer. That means fit is easy as opposed to hammers, which means fit is difficult. So imagine you've got everything between I can put them together, with little effort at all to I need a hammer to bang them together. That's degrees of fit, which I'm saying Andrew is degrees of integration.
0:12:00.4 AS: Okay.
0:12:01.2 BB: And, so the point I was trying to, what got me excited about Taguchi's work and then really excited when I saw Dr. Deming realizing it, is that when I came across this a hundred percent snap fit Toyota pickup truck story account, I thought, well, holy cow. And I found in listening to these podcasts that I use a expression quite a bit.
0:12:24.1 AS: Holy cow cow, holy spicoli.
0:12:26.3 BB: Holy... Holy cow, Andrew [laughter] But what was cool is this Ford plant has discovered that Toyota, where I know Dr. Deming had some influence, but some influence, okay, what influence? that's a whole 'nother topic, but I know Taguchi had an influence there. So I'm looking at that with my understanding of variation and thinking, that's incredible. And brought that awareness to my coworkers at Rocketdyne. And we developed, with, I provided the education, they provided the hands-on go make it work. They developed hardware that went together beautifully. And why is this important, Andrew? And this is one of the things we got to in the end of the last podcast is if you would like your customers to have products that go together easily if they're assembling it or going together means that it, this product fits well with how they use it.
0:13:22.7 BB: That the car starts each time or the stopwatch, whatever they're using, works really well, which means there's degrees of performance. That's what excites me about the idea that if we can pay attention to the variation, we can either have designs that require hammers to assemble or we can design them to go together well. And, and all of this is to say that's what prompted me to get people excited by the paradigms of variation to get them to better understand that a mindset of meeting requirements is different from a mindset of precision, which is different from a mindset of accuracy. And what I've just repeated is Paradigm A is meet requirements. Get the darts somewhere on the dartboard. Meet requirements be anywhere within the requirements. Paradigm B is this idea that we're striving for consistency, incredible uniformity, otherwise known as, as precision.
0:14:30.7 BB: And, and there may be a place for that. But what Dr. Taguchi's talking about is different than that, that's precision is Paradigm B. Paradigm C is trying to be close to target. So that's taken the distribution, which is precise, and then finding a way to adjust it to be on the bullseye. And what does that gain us, Andrew? That, well, first of all, I would say when we're working at home looking for, working on the recipe, trying to get exactly one cup of flour, exactly 350 degrees, exactly one hour in the oven. As we pay attention to how close we are to those values, chances are we're gonna end up with an incredible product. And that's, we're trusting that the person who developed the recipe has done that.
0:15:23.2 BB: But so whether it is woodworking or working on any project, it could be making things out of cloth where you're, you're putting together some outfit out of cloth that my father used to do for my sister when he was in the textile business. That is about the idea that things come together well is about accuracy in improving integration. And that's what I find the Deming philosophy offers an understanding of what does it take to inspire an organization where, where it takes the people working on their different elements, not to meet the requirements any way they choose, but to meet requirements in a - ready Andrew - synchronous way. So you and I are on the soccer pitch, and it's not about your position, it's about my position and your position on defense that we're trying to win the World Cup.
0:16:25.2 AS: Yeah.
0:16:26.4 BB: And so all of that is about the Paradigms of Variation. Go ahead, Andrew. You were gonna say.
0:16:29.0 AS: You referenced sports and I was just thinking about how easily we work together in team activities, team sports that are just, clearly great teams are the ones that integrate each individual's doing their own personal work and they're doing training and they're improving themselves, and then they're practicing together. How do we bring this together into an integrated system that then wins?
0:16:54.9 BB: That's right. And so when you say bring together, that's what integration is. It's bring together, right? And we're looking, we we're screened a bunch of candidates on the phone, now we bring them in for face-to-face interviews. What are we looking for? Why isn't it enough that they meet the requirements that are on the website? We wanna know which of these potential employees is the best fit with our team, whether it's to play first base, or play senior researcher. Are they a fit? They may be very consistent in what they do, but is that consistency...I mean, they have to be, their consistency has to mesh what we want. So they may be consistently tardy, they may be consistently dominating the meeting, but what we want them to do is fit into the meeting.
0:17:50.0 AS: And the other thing that I always think about when I hear you talking about this stuff is, I think about when I was younger, when Lexus came out, if you remember Lexus, when they first...
0:18:01.8 BB: Absolutely.
0:18:02.5 AS: Launched...
0:18:02.5 BB: Oh yeah.
0:18:03.7 AS: Their great video or the great advertising was stacked up champagne glasses...
0:18:09.5 BB: Yes, yes.
0:18:11.6 AS: Onto the hood of this car. And then they lifted the wheels off the ground and then, or not off the ground, but like they had a roller that they were rolling it on, and then they revved that car up to as fast as it could possibly go, and those glasses did not fall. And you know the only way you can get that is by improving not only each individual part, but how those parts work together with the end result being less vibration, less friction.
0:18:39.9 BB: Yes.
0:18:41.1 AS: All of those things.
0:18:42.0 BB: Yes. Exactly.
0:18:42.5 AS: And you couldn't do it by just improving one part.
0:18:45.6 BB: That's right. And that's a great example because together you've got minimum vibration. That's not an accident. That's they have figured out how those things come together to have an incredible product, which is consistently, it works consistently. But the consistency, there's nothing wrong with consistency. Consistency is not the issue. But it, the issue is is the consistency we're talking about striving for precision or accuracy. So a car that consistently doesn't start is consistent, but that's not helpful. I want a car that consistently starts, right? I wanna be consistent around... I want you to bring your consistency in concert with others' consistency where those consistencies matter, you know? And if we don't need you to be consistent, then that's okay. Then we save money by having lack of consistency because why have consistency if you don't need it? But all of that's about...
0:19:55.4 BB: Yes. And, and, and, to build upon what you just said, consistency is about managing variation as a system. And so, another thing I wanna point out, and I got some comments from some friends about, you know, the last podcast. The Paradigms of Variation are about the paradigms of white bead variation. So, so, Paradigm A is we've got variation within the requirements and, and is that okay? Is it enough to have variation in requirement? It doesn't matter where we are? That's Paradigm A. Paradigm B is precision. We're consistent, but we're not around the ideal. That's accuracy. And then paradigm D is....and I was searching for the word, the expression Dr. Taguchi used. He calls that Technology Development, that we're developing an advanced technology for use in... And I, the example I used last time is, let's say we're fac…we're developing a new way of making tubes for plumbers to use.
0:21:07.6 BB: And I said in the beginning let's say we just have one inch outer diameter tubes, and that's Paradigm C because everything we make is one inch outer diameter tubes. And then somebody comes along in our research labs and comes up with a novel way to make tubes of different sizes. That's variety. So they can make them down to quarter of an inch, half an inch outer diameter. And then what we're doing with what Paradigm D is about is developing the technology that allows us to be really accurate around all these different values. That's what Dr. Taguchi calls Technology Development. I called it Paradigm D, he called it Technology Development. And in the world of sports, we talk about sports. That's the ability of the soccer player to kick the ball, or I should say a football player. [laughter] To put the ball anywhere in the net during at any time. Whether it's...
0:22:03.6 AS: That's within spec.
0:22:05.4 BB: Yeah, it's so the goalkeeper goes one way and they can hit any point in there. Because if you come up and the goalkeeper knows, oh, here comes Andrew, Andrew's gonna go to the lower left 'cause that's all he knows how to do. But you don't think I know that as your opposing goalkeeper. I know Andrew, Andrew's gonna fake, but I know what Andrew's gonna do. So the Paradigm D is in sports is the ability to move the ball around. If you're the pitcher, if you're the tennis player, and that's how you become a professional athlete, is that ability to move it around. That's Paradigm D. So, years ago, and this, I was developing this and sharing this, refining it with co-workers.
0:22:44.4 BB: And I was at a Deming Institute conference. True story, in Washington DC with Tim Higgins, a co-worker, and got a call from a really good friend, Jim. So Jim calls up and Jim was in this professional development program within Boeing doing a lot of travel. Every time he called, he was somewhere different in the country doing some really cool stuff in this incredible program to develop next generation leaders. And he definitely fit the mold. So he calls me up and he says, so he says, Dr. Bellows, have you discovered Paradigm E yet?
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0:23:17.9 BB: I said, Jim, there is no E. He said, yeah, there's letter A, there's letter B, there's letter C, there's letter D. Oh, so there's also E. I said, Jim, A meets requirements, B is consistency anywhere, C is being on target, D is being on any target. I said, there's nowhere else to go. I said that we've run out. He said, we haven't run out of letters. [laughter] So I said, so he pushed on me and I pushed back. He pushed on me. We literally pushed on each other because I kept saying, Jim, you're you... Let's find another topic. No, no, no, no. Iwanna hear about Paradigm E. And then it dawned on me, and I can remember it like it happened yesterday.
0:23:58.8 BB: And every time I have lunch with him, I say, Jim, I give him a big hug because I could not explain with the Paradigms of Variation, why would I pick up a nail in the parking lot, right? Why would I pick up a piece of glass in a parking lot? ''Cause I viewed that as minimizing loss to society, that if I pick up the nail, prevent the flat tire, pick up the piece of glass, prevent the flat tire. I am, to quote Dr. Taguchi, "minimizing loss to society." But I don't know how to put that into his loss function, which is a subject of an of a future episode. And the idea of the loss function is there's an ideal value somewhere within the requirements. And the closer we are to the ideal value, the better the integration, and therefore the easier the effort.
0:24:55.2 BB: And, so now I'm stuck trying to say, so Jim's poking me, and I'm thinking, I'm stuck trying to explain everything through Dr. Taguchi's loss function, which is looking at the impact of variation relative to meeting requirements. And it dawns on me, and what Jim is saying is, I'm stuck in the world of variation. And, so when he mentioned...as, as he pushed and pushed and pushed, and it dawned on me that there's another whole world called managing, not... There's managing resources. I'm sorry, managing variation is Paradigms A, B, C, and D. What Jim got me to do that he called Paradigm E, and later we called it Resource Management, he realizes variation is a resource. Variation is a result of how we define our processes. There's managing cost.
0:25:52.3 BB: What is the cost of what we're doing? How much time is required? So, I look at resources as all the things we have in our organization from people to equipment to software to hardware and tools and techniques. Those are all resources. And picking up a piece of glass in the parking lot is a way of managing resources to improve the system, just as being on target is a way to improve how resources are managed. I started, I just jumped back and thought, holy cow, it's bigger than variation. And I think Dr. Deming really had this in mind. It's not just about variation, it's about the system includes variation, but it also has resources. Again, people, time, ideas, money. How do we use our money? That's a resource.
0:26:39.4 BB: Are we using, 'cause the other thing that was bugging me was are we using our money to improve things that are good? No, we're using our money and our time and our resources to focus on what is bad to make it good. And so that's what started off as Paradigm E then became Resource Management. So that's the genesis for Paradigm E. Managing resources is, should I get a college education, right? Should I exercise? How often should I go to the doctor, right? How often should I go shopping for groceries? Should I go shopping every day on my way home or should I go once a week? Those are resource management questions. Should I have a garden in my backyard? Should I buy the groceries? What's a better use of my time when I'm running errands?
0:27:33.2 BB: So on Saturday morning, I'm gonna run out and I'm gonna pick up the dry cleaning, go to the drug store, go to the veterinarian, pick up something for the cats. Do I do each of those randomly, come home and I say, what do I do next? Or Andrew, do I line up the errands and figure out what time the store opens? When do the lines occur? What time does traffic start to pick up? Am I making right-hand turns or left-hand turns? And I find what I do is I'm trying to figure out how do I get all these things done as fast as possible? And that directs my route. What I'm I doing, Andrew? I'm managing resources.
0:28:11.7 AS: And you remind me of the book I'm reading right now, Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson.
0:28:16.8 BB: Yes, I listened to it, it's fantastic.
0:28:18.9 AS: Yeah, and there's just these times that Steve Jobs would just go into an absolute focus into some minute detail that all the people around were thinking that, and rightly so in some cases, that he was wasting resources, the resource of time. But there was another component that I think they couldn't see maybe was the passion that he was conveying to people around them that this matters.
0:28:48.0 BB: Yes, well, I don't know if this story shows up on that book, but that book was a fantastic read, oh I just loved it. Do you know the subject of Walter Isaacson's next biography? I don't know when it's due, but the very next auto, biography that Walter Isaacson is doing, take a guess who it is?
0:29:07.7 AS: No idea.
0:29:08.4 BB: Elon Musk.
0:29:10.9 AS: Oh, great.
0:29:12.7 BB: Yeah, yeah. So I think Fortune Magazine had an article that Jobs, well, first of all, let's go back, let's say 15, 20 years when I would go into work with others and we'd turn on our computers and then go get a cup of coffee. You know what I'm talking about, Andrew? You know where I'm coming from?
0:29:35.4 AS: I remember that very well.
0:29:37.8 BB: And why are we going to get our coffee, Andrew?
0:29:41.1 AS: Man, it takes minutes to boot up.
0:29:43.1 BB: Yes, so because we're going to go, we gotta turn on the computer and it's going to take minutes, five, 10 minutes. And for those of you that are, I mean, really, now we're so used to turning on the iPhone and it comes right up. Yeah if you shut off the iPhone, it may take 30 seconds to turn on, but you start your computer and it, from scratch and it's within 30 seconds, your computer's up and running. No, what we're talking about, Andrew, is you go into the office, turn on the computer, go get a cup of coffee, talk with some friends, you come back in 10 minutes, your computer's up.
0:30:18.9 BB: So Jobs supposedly went to people that were working on that boot-up system and told them that if we could shave a few seconds off of the boot-up time, multiplied by the million or so users around the world, we can save society big numbers. And the person that went off and did this, or the team that went off and did it, went way beyond what he was talking about, but he's the one, he Andrew, saw that as a loss. All right, so when you're banging things together at the Ford plant and I come in on day one and, Andrew, what are you doing? You're like, and you're banging things together. I said, "Andrew, why are you doing that?" And you say, "Bill, this is how we assemble cars here." I said, "Andrew, look at those calluses on your hand." You're thinking, "Bill, you'll get used to it, but this is how we put things together." In the world of automobiles, this is how you do it, Bill." And I think, "Geez, I don't think it needs to be done that way." And what's fundamental here is, and again, the whole idea of the loss function, the integration loss function, we'll look at in a future episode, but what I want to point out here, Andrew, is if I believe you that banging it together with hammers is as good as it gets, then there is no loss.
0:31:51.6 BB: Meaning that as soon as I say that's as good as it gets and I stop, then I'm saying that this is how we do things here. But if I come in and look at that with an understanding of Taguchi's work and how to manage variation as a system or manage resources as a system, I have the capacity to look at that and say, as Jobs did, and say, "I think it can be better." And the difference between what it is and what it could be is loss. But as long as I look at what we do and say, "That's it, let's stop right here." Then what I'm saying is... What I'm acknowledging is that, that's okay. And so what I was looking for within Rocketdyne and got the president of the company to agree to this is finding some people that I was mentoring for several years and their role was to go around the organization and look for loss.
0:32:54.8 BB: And, loss is the ability…Ready Andrew, to look at what is in terms of integration and wonder what could be. And then look at the components and then ask, "Can we change the variation of the components to improve integration?" And of course, the big question is, is it worth the effort? But it's having the vision that the integration and I think that's a great example. The integration is all that time we're spending waiting is not only is it lost, but that's integration time. [laughter] Bingo. So, the next thing I wanna point out before we close is... So this conversation with my friend Jim got me out of being stuck on the loss function and then stepping back and saying that's... There's... It's a global thing. It's all about managing resources, which also means it's more than quality. It's not managing quality, it's managing resources.
0:33:51.8 BB: And if we improve how we manage resources, quality goes up, integration improves, all these things improve. Well, the next thing I wanna point out is, I started thinking in terms of a model that says, how do we allocate our resources? Again, resources are time, energy, equipment, software, ideas. How are we using them? And the first model I had in mind was, are we applying... Are we allocating the resources proactively or reactively? Are we applying the resources to go to the doctor for annual checkups just to see how we're doing. We're going to the dentist for an annual checkup. Are we having somebody come by and look at our plumbing system and getting a feeling for how is it running? Are we taking the car in for routine things. Or are we reactive? We call the plumber when it breaks, we go to the doctor when we're sick. We bring the car in when it's broken. And, so what I started focusing on is what is our preference? How are the resources being allocated?
0:34:55.6 BB: And, without a doubt, what I found is the majority of the resources, time, energy, equipment are being used reactively. Focusing on things that are broken, not good. And, and I would go into big production meetings and say, "How much time are we... How much time do you ladies and gentlemen spend every day discussing parts which are good that arrive on time?" And, no matter where I went, the answer was "little to none." And, so what I found is the resources were being used reactively, reactively. Now, let me also throw in that if the company's doing research and developing, developing next generation products, that is proactive use of resources. But what I also found is for the products that are in production, rarely did anybody ever come to me for something in production and say, "This could be better."
0:35:52.0 AS: Mm-hmm.
0:35:53.1 BB: That's rare. So the other dimension of this model. So the first dimension... I was just... In fact... It wasn't till I discovered Taguchi, Deming's work that got me to realize this is focusing on things that are broken is the norm. It wasn't just where I work. I started to see that pattern play out elsewhere. Well, the other axis of this resource management model, so the vertical axis is... Are the resources being applied proactively or reactively? So that's let's say the vertical axis going up. Top versus bottom. The horizontal axis are, is are the resources mine or are they ours? Is it my equipment, my people, my department? Or is it ours, Andrew? And so on the horizontal axis, the left hand side is the resources are mine, my department, my, my, my... And the other side of the horizontal axis is ours.
0:36:53.1 BB: And so in this two dimensional model, the vertical axis is, are the resources applied proactively, that's the top. Reactively, that's the bottom. If you think of a two by two matrix, the top row is proactive, the bottom row is reactive. And then when it comes to columns, so the left hand column is the resources are mine. The right hand column is the resources are ours. So we've got a two by two matrix. And I say to people, so given your understanding of Red Pen and Blue Pen companies, me and we organizations, last straw, all straw. I say, according to that matrix, how do you see resources managed in a Red Pen Company, a non-Deming company? And people will say the lower left quadrant, which is what, which is my resources applied reactively. Right?
0:37:43.4 AS: Yep.
0:37:44.9 BB: And then I'll say, "Okay." [laughter] And the name for that is... And it took a while to come up with a name and you're gonna love this. We started calling that at Rocketdyne, Reflexive Resource Management. Reflexive Resource Management. Because a wise man, born in Iowa in 1900, Andrew [laughter], by the name of W. Edwards Deming, once said, pulling your hand off of a hot stove requires no thought. It's all reflex action. When I saw him and that, I don't know where it was, I said, but I know he said that. And I thought, that's it. It's all reflexes. There's no thought involved. Why are we reactive? Because! I mean, why would I be proactive? I mean, why would I work? So when I started realizing is there's no thought involved in being reactive in a Red Pen Company. It's just that's what we do. So then the question is, well, how are resources managed in a Blue Pen Company? A We Organization, a Deming organization. And, what people will say is the upper right quadrant, which is proactive ours, the resources are ours.
0:38:56.1 BB: We're gonna be proactive. And wherever I go, that's people's answers. And I say, you, are you ready? And okay, what? I say, the entire right hand side is a Deming organization. What does that mean? It means I'm smart enough to know when to be proactive, and I'm smart enough to know when to be reactive. I choose, I choose to replace the light bulb when it goes out, it's a choice. Or I choose to replace the battery in the smoke alarm when it goes out. I, being reactive in a Deming organization is a choice. Being proactive is a choice. And so the right hand side, it's about choice. And it took some time to figure this out. What do we call that? What do we call this? So we call it the left hand side, the left lower left quadrant, Reflexive Resource Management. So it took a while to find out what's the adjective for the right hand side.
0:39:55.6 BB: And I come up with an adjective, find out that it's an acronym used by somebody for something else. No, can't use that. Try it again. Try it again. Try it again. Try it again. Try it again. It took about an hour to, at least an hour and finally came up with a term used by the Bureau of Land Management in the late 1800s. And it, and it's, it was known as Purposeful Resource Management. And I thought, bingo! One is nobody's got a trademark on it, [laughter] And so we started calling the deliberate use of resources to be deliberately proactive, or we choose to be proactive, or we choose to be reactive. We started calling that purposeful, thoughtful resource management.
0:40:45.5 AS: Yeah, that choice. It made me think about there's a lot of things in business that you just, your choice is to be reactive. When that breaks, we're gonna fix that because it's not so critical, whereas we cannot have a situation where we're reacting to this particular process. Like, think about my coffee business as an example. We cannot be reactive to downtime on the roasting machines. Well, we're not just waiting for that. We're doing preventive maintenance. We've got stocks.
0:41:17.7 BB: That's right.
0:41:18.5 AS: Stock of parts. We've got, so we make a deliberate effort and resource allocation to make sure we never in that situation, but there's other parts. Let's say we have a few grinders and something like that, we'll fix those when they break. [laughter]
0:41:35.0 BB: Yeah. Well, I've shared this with a woman who, the hairstylist I go to. My kids used to go there and I've been going there ever since. And she is awesome. Just awesome. So I, these are the things I discussed with her, all kinds of things. And so I have a photograph of her, Andrew, holding a hairdryer in her hair salon. And the hair salon is called Kids Cuts because a good part of her business is kids. And then people like me bring the kids in there and next thing you know, I'm a customer, too. Well, so I'm explaining this to me and she says, "Bill, every 6 months I get rid of all the hair dryers". I said, why? She says, "I cannot afford to burn somebody's hair". And so, so I've got a photo of her holding it, so she doesn't monitor how it's performing.
0:42:24.1 BB: She just knows 6 months, get rid of it now. You know, does she donate it? I don't know where it goes. And I don't wanna get into recycling, but she deliberately, she's not gonna burn somebody's hair.
0:42:35.0 AS: Right.
0:42:38.1 BB: Alright. And, what else? Oh, but you and I talked earlier in one of the episodes, this idea of choice, that instead of following the domain that says you can't have inventory, we gotta have blah, blah, blah, you realize this? No, we can choose to have inventory, or we can choose not to have inventory. And so what we're talking about in resource management is, which gets into all those things we talked about earlier, is it's about choices. And so I would say to people, I've got a slide, then I say, it's like you get to the end of the road and you turn right and turning right is being reactive.
0:43:21.3 BB: And I say, Andrew, I've been patterning you, and you get to the end of the road and you turn right, you're always reactive. Why do you turn right? And you say, "Bill, there's only a right-hand turn". And I said, "No, Andrew, there's a left-hand turn, but you can't see it. It's in your blind spot". So the right hand turn is to focus on what's bad, to make it good, what Ackoff would also call managing actions. And that's the road that's well traveled, [laughter], the road less traveled is the left-hand turn, which is to be proactive, again, when it makes sense. I'm not saying being proactive all the time, I'm saying there's a place for it. Consider being proactive, consider being reactive.
0:44:04.0 AS: So, on that note, I think we ought to leave. Why don't you leave the listeners and the viewers with a concise statement of what you want them to take away from this discussion. We went through a lot of different things, but if you wanna bring it down to something clear and concise, how would you describe that?
0:44:24.5 BB: I'd say the, um…I'd like, I'd encourage our listeners, viewers, students of the Deming philosophy, those new to it, to expand their appreciation of quality management and realize that to managing resources period. And the better we manage our resources in our organization, knowing when to collect data, when not to collect data, when to meet requirements, when to be on target with minimum variation, when having lots of variation. Should we be proactive or re…. These are all choices. And they're, and I think the better we understand those choices about how we manage variation as a system in concert, I think the better the performance of the organization and improving productivity, improving quality, improving profit. So I think all those things we're striving for come from a better understanding of how to manage resources. And so instead of just being narrowly focused on the quality dimension, I think if we step back and realize that that's one aspect of how an organization operates.
0:45:42.4 AS: Bill, on behalf of everyone at the Deming Institute, I want to thank you again for this discussion. And for listeners, remember to go to Deming.org to continue your journey. If you want to keep in touch with Bill, just find him on LinkedIn. This is your host, Andrew Stotz. And I'm gonna leave you with one of my favorite quotes from Dr. Deming, "People are entitled to Joy in work." | eng | 00d11641-d5a5-42eb-88a3-ff66a741a9f3 | https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/show/deminginstitute/id/28005024 |
Learn more about your five senses
May is mental health awareness month. Counseling and Prevention Services (CAPS) has designed Mental Wellness for Students cards to promote mental health. Each card includes simple, practical tips that encourage students to engage and connect. Today's card focuses on an activity that will help you practice mindfulness and provide the guidelines on practicing mindfulness quickly in any situation.
All you need to do is notice something you are experiencing with each of your five senses. Do this using the guide below spending about one minute for each sense. | eng | b220692e-39f7-4322-811f-598caee8d524 | https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/10/learn-more-about-your-five-senses/ |
Are you tired of endlessly scrolling through streaming platforms to find the perfect movie or TV show? With the rapid growth of streaming video services, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for your entertainment needs. But fear not! In this article, we present a comprehensive comparison chart that will help you navigate the vast ocean of streaming options. Whether you're a movie buff, a binge-watcher, or simply looking for family-friendly content, our streaming video services comparison chart has got you covered.
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Streaming Service
Monthly Price
Content Library
Supported Devices
Netflix
$12.99
Extensive
Smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles
Hulu
$5.99
Varies
Smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles
Amazon Prime Video
$8.99
Extensive
Smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles
Disney+
$7.99
Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic
Smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles
HBO Max
$14.99
HBO Originals, Warner Bros. content
Smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles
YouTube TV
$64.99
Live TV, sports, news
Smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, streaming devices
Note: The prices mentioned are subject to change. Please refer to the respective streaming services' websites for the most up-to-date information.
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Conclusion
Choosing the right streaming video service can greatly enhance your entertainment experience. By utilizing our comprehensive comparison chart, you can easily assess the features, pricing plans, content libraries, and supported devices of various streaming services. Whether you're a fan of binge-watching, live TV, or exclusive originals, our chart will guide you towards the perfect fit for your preferences and budget. So, grab your popcorn, consult the chart, and get ready for endless hours of entertainment at your fingertips!
Remember, the world of streaming video services is constantly evolving, with new players entering the market and existing services expanding their offerings. Stay up to date with the latest developments and keep exploring the diverse range of streaming options available to find the streaming service that truly caters to your entertainment | eng | 2f8a6953-3510-442f-b4e6-784e3efdc569 | https://wpdevcon.net/streaming-video-services-comparison-chart/ |
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12 Ways to Forgive Yourself for Cheating & Not Telling
Cheating and keeping it a secret can burden your conscience, leading to feelings of guilt, remorse, and self-condemnation. Forgiving yourself for such actions is a crucial step in the journey of healing and personal growth.
In this article, we will explore 12 effective ways to find self-forgiveness after cheating and not telling. By following these strategies, you can begin the process of self-redemption and pave the way for a brighter future.
12 Ways to Forgive Yourself for Cheating
Forgiving oneself for infidelity and the decision not to disclose it is a challenging process, but it is essential for personal growth and healing. In this section, we will explore 12 powerful ways to navigate the path of self-forgiveness after cheating and keeping it hidden, allowing you to find solace and move towards a brighter future.
1) Acknowledge your actions:
Acknowledging your actions involves facing the reality of your infidelity and taking full responsibility for your choices. It requires a willingness to confront the truth, even when it is difficult and uncomfortable. By acknowledging what you have done, you demonstrate a commitment to honesty and personal growth. Avoiding or denying the reality of your infidelity will only prolong your feelings of guilt and prevent you from moving forward.
To acknowledge your actions, take the time to reflect on the specific instances of infidelity. Consider the circumstances, the people involved, and the consequences of your choices. It can be helpful to write down your thoughts and feelings, allowing yourself to process and come to terms with the reality of your actions. This act of acknowledgment is the first step in the process of self-forgiveness.
2) Reflect on your motivations:
Infidelity is often driven by a complex interplay of emotions, desires, and vulnerabilities. To truly understand the reasons behind your actions, it is essential to engage in deep reflection. Take the time to examine your motivations and gain insight into what led you to cheat and keep it a secret.
Reflect on your emotional needs, the state of your relationship, and any personal insecurities or challenges you may have been facing. Were you seeking validation, excitement, or emotional fulfillment outside of your relationship? Were there unresolved issues or conflicts that contributed to your decision to cheat? By gaining a comprehensive understanding of your motivations, you can begin to address the root causes of your infidelity.
3) Seek self-forgiveness:
Forgiveness is a process that begins within yourself. It involves recognizing that you are deserving of forgiveness, just like any other person who has made a mistake. However, forgiving oneself can be incredibly challenging, as we often hold ourselves to higher standards and find it difficult to extend the same compassion and understanding to ourselves that we offer to others.
To seek self-forgiveness, it is important to practice self-compassion. Treat yourself with kindness, understanding, and patience as you navigate through the journey of self-forgiveness. Recognize that everyone is fallible and capable of making mistakes. Remind yourself that growth and transformation are possible, even after engaging in hurtful behavior. Embrace the process of healing and commit to nurturing a sense of self-acceptance and self-love.
4) Learn from your mistakes:
Mistakes, though painful, offer valuable opportunities for personal development and growth. After acknowledging your actions and reflecting on your motivations, it is crucial to reflect on the consequences of your infidelity and the lessons they hold.
Consider the emotional pain and turmoil caused by your actions, both for yourself and others involved. Reflect on the broken trust, shattered relationships, and the impact your infidelity had on your partner, loved ones, and even yourself. This reflection can be challenging, as it requires facing the pain and discomfort head-on. However, by doing so, you can gain valuable insights and wisdom that can guide you towards positive change.
Identify the lessons learned from your mistakes. Ask yourself what you have discovered about your values, boundaries, and the type of person you want to be. Use this newfound wisdom as a catalyst for personal growth. Determine the steps you can take to prevent similar situations in the future and commit to making positive changes in your life.
5) Take responsibility:
Taking responsibility is a fundamental aspect of the forgiveness process. It involves holding yourself accountable for your actions and the impact they have had on others. To truly seek self-forgiveness, it is important to recognize the hurt and pain you have caused and take concrete steps to make amends.
Apologize sincerely and wholeheartedly to those you have hurt. Express genuine remorse for the pain you have inflicted and the trust you have broken. Understand that an apology alone is not enough; it must be accompanied by actions that demonstrate your commitment to growth and change. This might involve making reparations, seeking counseling together with your partner, or actively working on rebuilding trust.
Taking responsibility requires a willingness to face the consequences of your actions. It is a courageous act that shows maturity and integrity. By embracing responsibility, you can begin to repair the damage caused and create a foundation for healing and reconciliation.
6) Seek professional help if needed:
Navigating the journey of self-forgiveness can be a complex and challenging process. Sometimes, the support of a trained professional can provide valuable guidance and assistance. If you find yourself struggling to forgive yourself or cope with the emotional aftermath of your infidelity, consider seeking therapy or counseling.
A therapist can provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings, thoughts, and actions. They can help you gain deeper insights into the underlying issues that contributed to your infidelity. They may guide you in developing coping strategies, tools for self-reflection, and techniques for rebuilding trust. A professional can offer a fresh perspective, provide validation, and assist you in navigating the complexities of self-forgiveness.
7) Practice self-compassion:
Self-compassion is an essential aspect of forgiving yourself. It involves extending kindness, understanding, and acceptance to yourself, just as you would to a loved one facing a similar situation. Recognize that humans are fallible and prone to making mistakes. Acknowledge the emotions that arise from your actions and offer yourself compassion instead of self-criticism or judgment.
To practice self-compassion, start by acknowledging the pain and guilt you are experiencing. Validate your emotions and remind yourself that it is natural to feel remorse after cheating and keeping it a secret. Replace self-blame with self-soothing and nurturing thoughts. Treat yourself with patience, gentleness, and understanding as you navigate the process of self-forgiveness.
8) Embrace self-reflection:
Self-reflection is a powerful tool for understanding the impact of your actions and making meaningful changes in your life. Take the time to introspect and examine the underlying reasons that led you to cheat and not disclose it. Look beyond surface-level explanations and delve into your emotions, desires, and vulnerabilities that may have influenced your behavior.
Consider exploring your values, boundaries, and expectations in relationships. Reflect on any unresolved issues or unmet needs that may have contributed to the infidelity. By gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, you can identify areas for personal growth and work towards aligning your actions with your true values.
9) Make amends:
Making amends is an important step in seeking forgiveness, both from yourself and from those you have hurt. If it is appropriate and feasible, communicate openly and honestly with the person you cheated on. Express your remorse and apologize sincerely for the pain and betrayal you caused. Acknowledge the impact of your actions on their emotions and the trust that was broken.
Keep in mind that the process of rebuilding trust takes time and patience. Understand that the other person may need space and may not be ready to forgive immediately. Be prepared to listen to their feelings and needs, and demonstrate through your actions a commitment to change and growth. Making amends is not only about seeking forgiveness from others but also about demonstrating your own willingness to take responsibility for your actions.
10) Practice self-care:
Self-care is crucial for your overall well-being during the process of self-forgiveness. Engage in activities that nurture your physical, emotional, and mental health. Prioritize self-care rituals that bring you joy, relaxation, and a sense of inner peace.
Physical self-care can include exercise, maintaining a healthy diet, getting sufficient rest, and engaging in activities that promote relaxation, such as taking baths or practicing yoga. Emotional self-care involves recognizing and honoring your emotions, seeking support from trusted friends or family members, and engaging in practices such as journaling or meditation to process your feelings. Mental self-care involves engaging in activities that stimulate your mind, such as reading, learning new skills, or engaging in creative pursuits.
Self-care helps you replenish your energy, reduce stress, and enhance your resilience during the challenging journey of self-forgiveness. It reinforces the notion that you are deserving of love, care, and nurturing, even as you navigate through difficult emotions.
11) Surround yourself with support:
Seeking support from trusted individuals can greatly aid in the process of self-forgiveness. Share your feelings, fears, and experiences with friends, family members, or support groups who can provide a non-judgmental listening ear and offer guidance.
By sharing your story, you may find that others have faced similar challenges and can provide insights or perspectives that help you gain clarity and understanding. Supportive individuals can offer encouragement, validation, and empathy as you navigate the complexities of self-forgiveness. Their presence can remind you that you are not alone in your journey and that healing and growth are possible.
12) Give yourself time:
Forgiving yourself is a gradual and ongoing process that requires patience and self-compassion. Avoid rushing the journey and allow yourself the space to heal, learn, and grow. Understand that self-forgiveness takes time and is unique to each individual.
Throughout the process, be gentle and understanding with yourself. Acknowledge that healing and personal transformation require time and effort. Celebrate the small victories along the way and recognize that setbacks are a natural part of the journey. Trust that as you continue to commit to self-forgiveness, you will gradually move towards a place of acceptance, healing, and inner peace.
Is it okay to forgive myself for cheating?
Yes, it is okay to forgive yourself for cheating. Forgiveness is a personal and individual process that allows you to release feelings of guilt, shame, and self-condemnation. While it may take time and effort, forgiving yourself can be a crucial step towards healing, growth, and creating a healthier future for yourself and your relationships.
Forgiveness does not mean forgetting or excusing your actions. It means acknowledging your mistakes, taking responsibility, and working towards personal transformation. By forgiving yourself, you free yourself from the emotional burdens that can hinder your well-being and hinder your ability to move forward.
Is it okay to not tell your partner you cheated?
The decision of whether or not to disclose your infidelity to your partner is a complex and personal one. There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as every relationship and situation is unique. However, it is essential to consider the potential consequences and impact of your choice.
Keeping the infidelity a secret may lead to ongoing guilt, strain on the relationship, and a lack of trust. On the other hand, disclosing the truth can be painful for your partner and may have significant consequences for the relationship. It is crucial to carefully weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks, seeking professional guidance if needed, to make an informed decision that aligns with your values and the well-being of both yourself and your partner.
How do I stop hating myself after cheating?
Coping with self-hatred after cheating can be incredibly challenging. Here are some strategies that may help:
Practice self-compassion: Be kind, understanding, and forgiving towards yourself. Remind yourself that everyone makes mistakes and that you are capable of growth and change.
Seek support: Reach out to trusted friends, family members, or a therapist who can provide a non-judgmental space for you to express your emotions and receive support and guidance.
Take responsibility and make amends: Acknowledge your actions, apologize sincerely to those you have hurt, and take steps to repair the damage caused. Demonstrating genuine remorse and committing to personal growth can help alleviate feelings of self-hatred.
Engage in self-reflection: Explore the underlying reasons and emotions that led to the infidelity. Use this insight to address any unresolved issues, improve self-awareness, and make positive changes in your behavior and mindset.
Learn from the experience: Reflect on the consequences and lessons learned from the infidelity. Use this newfound wisdom to prevent similar situations in the future and commit to healthier choices and behaviors.
Are you a bad person if you cheat?
Defining one's character as "good" or "bad" based solely on an action like cheating is overly simplistic. Human beings are complex and multifaceted, capable of making both positive and negative choices.
Cheating is a betrayal of trust and can cause significant harm to others. It is important to take responsibility for your actions and their consequences. However, it is crucial to recognize that people can grow, change, and make amends for their mistakes.
Judging yourself as a "bad person" based solely on the act of cheating may hinder your ability to heal, learn, and grow from the experience. Instead, focus on taking accountability, making amends, and committing to personal growth and positive change.
Remember that your actions do not define your entire being, and forgiveness and self-improvement are possible.
Conclusion
Finding forgiveness for cheating and not telling is a complex and deeply personal journey. It requires self-reflection, acceptance of responsibility, and a commitment to growth. By implementing the strategies outlined in this article – acknowledging your actions, seeking self-forgiveness, learning from your mistakes, and embracing self-care – you can gradually heal and transform into a stronger, more compassionate version of yourself.
Remember, forgiveness takes time, but with patience and dedication, you can ultimately find peace within and move forward with a renewed sense of integrity. | eng | 9d6307b0-575b-43b8-8f34-cc4bd6708bc2 | https://charismaticpersona.com/ways-to-forgive-yourself-for-cheating-amp-not-telling/ |
Business Digitalization Effects
Whether your company is large or small , digitalization has a big impact on the operations. It can have an effect on your revenue, supply sequence processes, product development, internal conversation, and even your customer findings.
Getting rid of past business techniques and robotizing them is just among the benefits of digitization. Business digitization can also help increase quickness and effectiveness. By incorporating large amounts of information, companies can gain helpful insight into client behaviour.
Digital tools enable companies to see new concepts and principles with minimal risk. Companies can also use advanced data analysis equipment to respond to changing consumer preferences. Business digitization can also improve staff safety.
Digitalization has also altered how consumers research and buy products and services. Over eight out of ten buyers carry out some sort of homework before purchasing a services or products. Two thirds of shoppers homework products online prior to visiting a retail store. This leads to the creation of many sources of expertise and expertise.
Businesses that disregard digitization risk falling at the rear of their competition. The benefits of digitization include better efficiency, even more communication, and the chance to share details with other businesses. It can also support businesses to behave faster to a financial crisis or perhaps other situation.
Businesses could also improve their earnings by using advanced equipment that review info to identify tendencies. Business digitization can also increase the speed and efficiency of supply chains. Business digitalization may also improve communication between staff and help companies respond to buyer demands more efficiently. | eng | 24068e47-77ee-4c5d-90f2-8e6e81997dde | https://umpquavalleymuseums.org/business-digitalization-effects/ |
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I'm pretty sure the optimal thing, since there clearly seems to be DX12 and Vulkan issues where they rely on the shared cache and interconnectivity, is to have those running on the other CCX and "only" using those 8 threads for the actual graphics API calls. Also to only have graphics drivers running on one CCX, and somehow on that same one despite that being a separate application.
This might seem suboptimal, but the other CCX wouldn't sit there doing nothing. You still have your main loop running, i/o handlers, sound, and so on running on that CCX. You can be preparing the next draw calls to be sent to the other CCX
That, then, would be your only-cross CCX, going from your draw call prep to the actual draw calls. Which should be very little since you should run your physics and transforms on the "multithread" CCX
But even then... I'm not totally sure.
Like you want, it'd seem, to have your heavy single threaded tasks on one CCX without using SMT. So you don't want to load more on there.
Then on the other CCX, you want to run your tasks that are cheap to parallel-ize but that suffer from cross-CCX issues. Physics, object transforms, DX12/Vulkan... Pretty much the only single thread there being the main graphics API thread, your render loop, and your main dispatchers for those heavily parallel tasks if needed.
But... it's things going on on your main threads that trigger your object transforms happening.
So on top of that, you need some super tight optimized way to take your inputs and game systems on one side calling for transformations to happen on your actual render side.
In my mind, that's probably the roughly optimal set up.
And this is similar to how many games are set up, as far as I'm aware, with 3-8 main threads but which can spawn a dozen or two, or three, more for their highly parallel tasks which get stacked on top the more heavy single threaded tasks.
I think what a lot of people miss is that with their traditional view, that seems intuitive, on how multithreading works is you have say a main thread, render thread, sound, i/o. They think these are separate systems that you can split up easy.
But... that's not really the case. There's a performance penalty to splitting those up. Clock for clock (or watt for watt maybe more apt), things run worse split up like this and they tend to rely on L3 to make that work a bit better but not still quite as good.
But then add to that, people tend to think physics is another thing that might be put on one thread.
But no, physics on the other hand is often something that will run more efficiently when split up into many threads and using SMT. Similar to how in Cinebench, the 1800X gets a 162 single threaded score. Yet, the multicore is 1624. This is 10 times higher, not 8 times higher as a layman might expect.
So this is why I think the optimal layout is that you keep your main thread and other things that need to be kept "close" to it on one CCX, and you put your things that benefit from being parallel on the other.
Oh, and the other thing is that you can't benefit from SMT as much if you have something uneven blocking it, but on the other CCX with almost none of that going on you're free to write everything in a way that can benefit from SMT.MemberMemberBut in addition, whatever does account for that latency, I don't think it's purely to blame for some games performing terribly (especially DX12/Vulkan).
I have a feeling there's something besides just the cross-CCX bandwidth that's getting overloaded when something tries to cross them too much.
DX12 and Vulkan (two cases where we see Ryzen performance seriously drop) likely rely on the L3 cache, sure, but I'd think the 22Gb/s is enough for their purposes if it were only down to that.
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And my point is that i see no convincing evidence scheduler is not SMT/CMT aware in your screens, because well, there is no conflict between scheduling 2 threads on same physical core to be seen with a single threaded load.
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I will wait for some time to be certain. I would like the 1400x instead of a possible 1400. Although if i can believe the news, the next one lower in line will be the 1300.
When i buy, i want the hardware to be stable with a matured bios.
I will go for a gigabyte motherboard again. I have good experiences with gigabyte. And as it seems for ryzen, the gigabyte is a good choice for a stable board since the release of ryzen.
I also would like a different custom cooler and i still have to do thorough research about what memory is best.
Will also be including a nvme and that is going to be the most expensive part of the whole new system, a samsung 960 pro 512GB.
I will be updating from a A10-6700 cpu , so it will be a big win in the end.
I can reuse the RX480 card that i have. And use the A10-6700 as a home theater system or backup pcDiamond MemberSenior memberThe accurate way to test it would be holding a spin-lock in one thread to protect a structure that simply stores the TSC value, setting that TSC value and releasing the spinlock from another thread. This release would need to happen at an interval MUCH greater than the largest possible latency, so something like 1ms should be fine. Real time thread priorities must be used.
The reader thread would keep an array of (rdtsc - ping->tsc) results. The rdtsc instruction takes about 60 cycles, the subtraction would just about be free, and the results would need to be stored on the stack - which sets some requirements for the operation (I like requirements, keeps the code simple ).
Using semaphores or sockets would be a sure way to end up including other variables into the results.
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Isn't the Infinity fabric based off of Seamicro's Freedom fabric that ties the CCX units together?
That interconnect (Seamicro's Freedom fabric) was supposed to have over a terabit/sec bandwidth, and < 6 us latency per node.
Obviously, something is getting in the way here to slow down the transfer rate, assuming pcper's graph is correct, but, again, we need the darn source to see what they are actually doing.
In fact, I would be curious to see that same code run on linux 4.11+ kernel, and see what it shows there as well.
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The GMI links are a key part of this thing too and 4 dies playing well together is important.
So any chance all data goes through some GMI related "filter" so they can get similar latency on die and in package?
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I suggest you read that particular page of the Hardware.fr review. They had AIDA64 engineers design a benchmark to test sequential L3 data access for different block sizes for a more detailed analysis. This is not incorporated in the software release of AIDA64, even in the beta that officially enabled support for Ryzen. Performance is comparable to a 6900K, even a bit faster, up to the ~6MB mark.
Skylake and Kaby were using 3866MHz CL18 in those TR tests. Ryzen would get to about 60ns with such RAM settings - may be achievable after the May update- and right now it gets to as low as 70ns with 3200 CL14 but there is no access to secondary timings yet. After all is said and done and BIOS settles, 60+ns might be doable with 3200MHz DRAM, close enough to Broadwell-ESome of the time, the memory won't even need to be accesses because the data will be in one of the cores' L3 of the other CCX (Or L2 even? Due to L3 being a victim cache?).
I guess the answer might be:
Weighted average inter-CCX latency = latency within CCX + (% of time data is in L3 of other CCX x amount of time to access other CCX + % of time you need to get data from DRAM x time it takes to access DRAM) + probability of cache miss x average time of cache miss
Then the average latency between the cores would be (and this is assuming you are getting data out of a core):
3/7 times (there are 3 other cores in the CCX and 7 other on die), you will have the data within your own CCX
4/7 times you need to go to the other CCX, and in some cases out of that 4/7, find the information in the L3 cache of one of the cores in the other CCX
4/7 times you need to go outside your CCX, but in other cases of the 4/7, have to go to DRAM because the data is not in the other CCX's cores' L3 cache at all.
I guess then there is the cache misses within the CCX as well
So overall average latency between cores is, including both within and outside of the CCX:
3/7 x average latency within CCX + 4/7 x probability of going to L3 in other CCX x time to access other CCX L3 cache + 4/7 x probability of not finding data in other CCX x time it takes to go to DRAM + probability of cache miss inside CCX x time penalty for cache miss
I wonder what this is going to look like for Naples. How would they get 8 CCXs to talk to each other? I don't think that mesh is practical for 8 CCXs, so a bi-directional ring might be necessary. We will know by next quarter.
Junior MemberWhen a request or a ping is made to L3 in a different CCX, both L3 cache in that second CCX and the unified IMC are pinged/strobed/checked at the same time.
If the inter-CCX latency of 140ns average is correct, then it can only be that the two latency values are being reported together, regardless of whether or not any data is retrieved in the next clock cycle.
Exactly this. XFR would have been great if it also allowed one thread to hit something like 4.2GHz - a clock rate no one can achieve with ambient cooling and tolerable voltages.
Now, if XFR was something we could manually adjust as part of overclocking... that'd be insanely awesome. I know my 1700X can do 4.1GHz on two cores, but it can't handle 3.9GHz on all cores at the same voltage.
3.8 all-core and 4.1GHz dual-core turbo would makes that thing an absolute beast. Instead I'm stuck with 3.8GHz fixed - missing out on a good 8% of single threaded performance potential. | eng | 318c6002-3d4b-461c-9971-766a5d8b8e2d | https://forums.anandtech.com/threads/ryzen-strictly-technical.2500572/page-40 |
Destination Wedding at Everest Base Camp
The appeal of destination weddings! From the sun-kissed shores of Hawaii to the majestic Hawa Mahal in Udaipur, we've been captivated by tales of these extraordinary celebrations. Ah, my fellow wanderers, let me regale you with a tale of the extraordinary - the fabled 'adventure' destination wedding. Picture this: a love-filled celebration amidst the untamed beauty of nature, where the vows are exchanged amidst towering mountains and cascading waterfalls. Have you ever experienced such a unique and awe-inspiring union of love and adventure?
If you haven't already, prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey through the latest trend that has taken the social media world by storm. In the vast realm of extraordinary tales, there exists a captivating narrative of an intrepid couple who embarked on a remarkable journey to fashion a wedding that transcended the ordinary. However, this tale does not solely revolve around their audacious exploits; it also shines a spotlight on the equally daring photographers who accompanied them on this extraordinary odyssey.
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Embarking on a thrilling journey, brave souls venture to the far corners of the globe, capturing the precious moments of a daring couple. These intrepid individuals fearlessly navigate the most treacherous landscapes, ensuring that every breathtaking location becomes a backdrop for their extraordinary love story. Imagine exchanging vows amidst the majestic beauty of Mount Everest, the highest peak on our planet. A wedding ceremony that transcends ordinary boundaries and embraces the extraordinary. The sheer magnitude of this breathtaking location sets the stage for an unparalleled celebration of love and adventure.
With every step taken on this sacred ground, you embark on a journey that symbolizes the heights you are willing to reach for one another. Mount Everest, a testament to the indomitable spirit of human endeavor, becomes the backdrop for a wedding that defies limits and elevates your union to new heights. In the midst of their insatiable wanderlust, an adventurous couple embarked on a remarkable journey to the illustrious Everest base camp, where they would not only pledge their eternal devotion but also unite in the sacred bond of matrimony.
As we embarked on our thrilling trekking adventure, the anticipation in the air was palpable. The photos we captured along the way perfectly encapsulated the excitement and awe that enveloped us at every turn. Each image tells a story of its own, transporting us back to those exhilarating moments on the trail. From breathtaking landscapes to candid snapshots of our fellow trekkers, the photos truly capture the essence of our unforgettable
Embarking on a thrilling journey to the majestic Everest Base Camp (EBC) has become an increasingly popular choice for adventurous trekkers seeking an extraordinary backdrop for their special day - a destination wedding like no other. The allure of saying "I do" amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas is simply irresistible to these intrepid souls. But what is it about EBC that captivates the hearts of these trekkers, drawing them towards this extraordinary location for their matrimonial celebration?
Let March 16, 2017 marked a momentous occasion in the annals of adventure as intrepid explorers James Sissom, aged 35, and Ashley Schmieder, aged 32, etched their names into the annals of history. On that fateful day, amidst the majestic embrace of Mt. Everest, standing tall at a breathtaking altitude of 17,000 feet above the vast expanse of the sea, two souls embarked on a journey of eternal togetherness. As the sacred bond of marriage unites two souls, it often ignites a shared passion for adventure among climbers.
As we begin this exhilarating trek, prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking beauty that awaits you at every turn. The picturesque landscapes will leave you in awe, providing the perfect backdrop for capturing unforgettable moments through your lens. From majestic mountains to serene valleys, each frame will tell a story of adventure and discovery. So be sure to have your camera ready, for these stunning photographs will serve as cherished mementos As I embarked on my latest trekking adventure, I couldn't help but reflect on the importance of capturing those extraordinary moments in the most breathtaking way possible. It dawned on me that by enlisting the expertise of a skilled photographer, the magic of these special moments could be immortalized in a way that transcends the ordinary.
With every step I took, I couldn't help but imagine how these remarkable landscapes and unforgettable experiences would be transformed into stunning visual narratives, forever etched in the annals of my trekking journey. The mere thought of entrusting a talented photographer with the task of capturing the essence of each special moment filled me with anticipation and excitement. I knew that with their keen eye for detail and artistic vision, they would elevate these already extraordinary moments into something truly extraordinary.
As I ventured deeper into the wilderness, I couldn't help but imagine the sheer beauty that would be encapsulated within each frame, each click of the camera serving as a testament to the awe-inspiring landscapes that surrounded me. The Embarking on the journey of marriage may not be considered a monumental feat, but venturing into uncharted territories, seeking thrills and embracing the unknown, now that is where the true excitement lies.
In the vast realm of adventure, a captivating trend has emerged, spearheaded by the intrepid duo of James and Ashley. Their audacious spirit and love for the great outdoors have inspired a multitude of climbing couples to embark on similar journeys. The allure of turning Everest Base Camp into a breathtaking wedding venue has captivated many avid trekkers. As we embarked on our thrilling trekking adventure, our group was captivated by the mesmerizing photograph of James and Ashley. The image showcased their unwavering spirit and passion for exploration, instantly drawing us in with its breathtaking beauty. It was a testament to the allure of the great outdoors and the allure of the unknown, inspiring us to embark on our own unforgettable journey.
Boarding on an extraordinary adventure, we set our sights on the majestic Everest Base Camp (EBC) for a truly unforgettable destination wedding. Our journey began amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas, where every step brought us closer to the pinnacle of love and adventure. As we ventured along the well-trodden path, we were greeted by the awe-inspiring beauty of the As we embarked on our thrilling adventure, our journey began at the bustling Kathmandu International Airport. Stepping off the plane, we were immediately greeted by the vibrant energy of this enchanting city.
With all the necessary paperwork and permits in hand, our team embarked on an exhilarating journey to conquer the mighty Mt. Everest. The anticipation and excitement were palpable as we prepared ourselves for the ultimate trekking adventure. The bureaucratic hurdles were now behind us, and the real test of our physical and mental strength lay ahead. The towering peak of Everest beckoned us, promising breathtaking views and an unforgettable experience. It was time to lace up our boots, adjust our backpacks, and set foot on the path that would lead us to the roof of the world. Embark on an exhilarating journey from the bustling city of Kathmandu to the enchanting town of Lukla. As we leave behind the urban landscape, we venture into the heart of the majestic Himalayas, where breathtaking landscapes and thrilling adventures await.
Our trek begins in Kathmandu, a as we ventured further into the heart of the wilderness, we stumbled upon a quaint lodge nestled amidst the towering trees. This rustic haven offered us a chance to immerse ourselves in the local culture, indulging in the tantalizing flavors of authentic native cuisine. Lukla to Namche Bazaar - A Journey of Adventure and Pampering As the sun rose over the majestic peaks, our intrepid group embarked on the next leg of our thrilling trek. Leaving behind the quaint village of Lukla, we set our sights on the vibrant Namche Bazaar, a bustling hub nestled amidst the Himalayan splendor. The trail ahead promised not only breathtaking vistas but also a chance for the weary travelers to indulge in some well-deserved self-care.
Our adventurous spirits were rejuvenated as we envisioned the luxurious facial treatments, soothing massages, and rejuvenating savings that awaited us in Namche Bazaar. With each step, we immersed ourselves in the awe-inspiring beauty of the surrounding landscapes. The rugged terrain challenged us, but our determination and excitement propelled us forward. As we ascended higher, the air grew crisper, invigorating our senses and reminding us of the extraordinary journey Embark on a thrilling expedition through the bustling bazaar, where vibrant colors and exotic aromas dance in the air.
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as you navigate through the labyrinthine alleys, discovering hidden treasures at every turn. Allow the enchanting sights and sounds to captivate your senses, as you delve deeper into the heart of this vibrant marketplace. Indulge in the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions that converge in this bustling hub Our journey began in the picturesque village of Namche, nestled amidst the towering peaks of the Himalayas. With our backpacks strapped on and our spirits high, we embarked on the first leg of our trek towards Tengboche. The trail meandered through lush green forests, where the melodies of chirping birds accompanied our every step. As we ascended higher, the air grew crisper, and the panoramic As we continue our exhilarating trek through the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas, we reach the magnificent Kalapatthar.
This awe-inspiring vantage point offers a truly remarkable sight - the majestic Mt. Everest gracing the backdrop of our journey. It is an absolute must to capture this extraordinary moment with your camera, immortalizing the grandeur of the world's highest peak against the backdrop of nature's splendor. As we embarked on our trekking adventure, we couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. The weather, a crucial factor in determining the quality of our pictures, was on our side. With clear skies and a gentle breeze, we knew that our photographic journey would be nothing short of extraordinary.
As we ventured deeper into the wilderness, each step brought us closer to capturing the breathtaking beauty of nature. The sunlight danced through the leaves, casting a magical glow on the landscape, while the Finally, we find ourselves on the majestic lap of Sagarmatha, the crown jewel of the Himalayas. Here, amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of nature, we embark on a journey of love and commitment. It is a place where two souls intertwine, where promises are made and vows are exchanged. In this sacred sanctuary, surrounded by towering peaks and pristine landscapes, we celebrate the union of our hearts, forever bound together in the embrace of Sagarmatha's timeless allure.
After an exhilarating adventure, if you're up for another trekking expedition, retracing the same route will prove to be just as rewarding. Imagine embarking on an exhilarating trekking adventure, where every step leads you deeper into the heart of nature's untamed beauty. As you traverse rugged terrains and conquer challenging trails, you may find yourself faced with a decision - to continue on foot or opt for a thrilling helicopter ride back to civilization. The choice is yours, and it's one you must make before setting foot on this awe-inspiring journey. | eng | 09013335-d631-47eb-bf8a-3599e734c507 | https://holidaytoursnepal.com/blog/destination-wedding-at-everest-base-camp |
Growing ingredients: Expanding horizons
When talking about growing specialty crops for the local craft beverage market, hops, malting barley and wine grapes first come to mind. Not surprisingly, these are the three crops which have received the most attention, although cider apples have quickly claimed their rightful spot at the top of the craft beverage niche.
But there's another extremely important ingredient essential to alcoholic beverages: yeast. While it isn't exactly a crop you're going to sow on the farm, its role in alcohol production serves as an illustration of just how much diversity craft beverage makers are seeking and how that search for character, identity and authenticity can translate to niche crop production. Sweating the small stuff
These small microorganisms have been garnering more and more attention, with researchers and brewers alike seeking to use unique strains of yeast to impart a diversity of flavor and characteristics to their fermented beverages. Yeast can alter the flavor of the ingredients as well as add some flavor itself.
Yeasts can't do their job without the nutrients they need, and if the fermentation environment isn't conducive to helping yeast thrive, off flavors result. Temperature, pH, duration and vigor of the fermentation process are some important parameters to getting the results you want, without characteristics that you don't. But the species and strain of yeasts matter, too.
Yeasts are everywhere, and environmental yeasts helped impart specific characteristics to a beverage maker's products. "Commercial" yeasts — cultivated so that one group was identical to the next — began to rule the day once scientists began to understand what they do and how to "grow" them.
Using these tried and true commercially available yeasts and protecting against contamination from environmental yeast adds a known factor to the fermentation equation. But it doesn't do much for the development of the true "terroir," imparted from natural yeasts present in a given environment.
With an unending variety of yeasts available, why rely on the Saccharomyces species, which have become standards in the alcoholic beverage industry? Why not attempt to find other yeasts which work well and impart flavorful characteristics of their own?
Researchers at North Carolina State University collected yeast from pollinators and isolated strains which work well for brewing. By isolating these yeasts off the bees and wasps, and using a lot of chemistry, the scientists were able to identify several that were able to adapt to a variety of fermentation parameters to produce different, yet pleasing results.
These yeasts are Lachancea thermotolerans strains. The beer produced using these yeasts is characterized as being between a sour beer and an ale. The yeast strains are now commercially propagated by Lachancea, LLC, owned by Dr. John Sheppard and Dr. Anne A. Madden, the NCSU researchers. Already, several North Carolina brewers have been licensed to use these yeast strains in their products. Beyond the basics
Growing malting barley, hops, grapes and cider apples specifically for the alcoholic craft beverage industry isn't a one-size-fits-all deal. As regions re-emerge and develop their own local craft beverage economies, farmers are now in the equation as key to making local-centric, unique products. Wine regions are already well-established in many parts of the country, with the 'taste of place' being a major selling point. Farm breweries, cideries and distilleries are likely to capitalize on that 'taste of place' too.
With farm winery, brewery and distillery laws making on-farm or locally-sourced production a requirement in many states, the ties to region for a variety of alcoholic beverage production is in place, offering farmers the opportunity to plant crops suited both to the needs of craft beverage makers and to local growing conditions. As a result, crop biodiversity is increasing, old heirloom varieties are being re-introduced, new varieties are being developed and regional adapted cultivars of malting barley, hops, grapes and cider apples are once again populating area farms.
But craft beverage makers need other ingredients, too. What are some of those ingredients which the craft beverage industry, with its focus on local sourcing and regional branding, might be seeking?
Aside from barley, other grains are needed for brewing and distilling purposes. Rye, wheat, oats, buckwheat, millet, sorghum, rice and corn are some other grains which can play a prominent role in making alcoholic drinks. Challenges include seed sourcing, lack of disease and pest resistance, quality of the grain and proper storage for these grain crops, as with malting barley.
According to Jeffrey Trout of Poorman Farms in Waterloo, NY, other grain crops beyond malting barley also present opportunity and carry risk as the craft beverage industry expands and farmers diversify to meet market needs. Buckwheat has challenges with seed bed preparation and harvesting; wheat has a wider harvest window and is less likely to sprout than is barley; and corn typically requires more nitrogen and dry down than does malting barley. But all of these grains, if they meet quality parameters for the industry, bring in premium pricing.
There are plenty of crop opportunities beyond grains. Beekeepers can get into the market selling their honey for mead or flavoring. Many other crops can be distilled: potatoes or apples for vodka; juniper berries in gin; and fruit juices for brandy or fruit wines. Pear varieties suited to making perry are perhaps the next big fruit for craft beverage production.
Beyond this, other ingredients can be added for flavor in liqueurs. Ginger, mint, berries, herbs, a wide array of various botanical products, elderberry, black current, tart cherry, basil, sarsaparilla root, citrus fruits, maple sap or syrup and even vegetables — carrots, jalapenos, tomatoes, cucumbers — all have their place in the local craft beverage movement, offering farmers the opportunity for new market streams.
While many of these crops don't require any unique production beyond the usual and don't require special handling for the craft beverage market, they can help establish the farm-to-bar movement as a truly local one. Whether you want to jump on the craft beverage market in a big way, growing the in-demand malting grain crops, cider apples, grapes or hops, or are seeking new markets niches for herbs, fruits or vegetables that you already grow, alcoholic beverage production on the craft scale may offer a refreshingly new local food opportunity. | eng | ed5bfe78-faf5-4e6b-975a-977b8b46e105 | https://wineandcraftbeveragenews.com/growing-ingredients-expanding-horizons/ |
Abstract: Robotic surgery for rectal cancer has gained increasing momentum over the last two decades. Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has led to improved recovery time, shorter hospital length of stay (LOS), and decreased postoperative pain. Despite landmark studies comparing laparoscopic to open rectal cancer surgery failing to demonstrate noninferiority, several multicenter randomized clinical trials have shown similar oncological outcomes including local recurrence, disease-free survival (DFS), and overall survival (OS). Robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery enhances elements to MIS including improved ergonomics causing less physical demand to the surgeon, better visualization with three-dimensional imaging, additional dexterity through flexible surgical instruments, and ability to navigate narrow spaces such as the pelvis. Robotic surgery has been shown to have similar oncological results when compared to open surgery. Although studies have not demonstrated superior oncologic outcomes with robotic surgery compared to laparoscopy, urogenital and sexual dysfunction may be improved with the robotic approach. Limitations to robotic surgery include increased cost, accessibility, and length of operation, although these factors may improve as surgeon experience grows. Recent trends have shown rapid expansion of the use of robotic surgery in the treatment of rectal cancer. The aim of this review article is to provide insight into the current evidence regarding robotic surgery for the treatment of rectal cancer.
Received: 15 December 2022; Accepted: 12 April 2023; Published online: 21 April 2023.
doi: 10.21037/ales-22-76
Introduction
Background
According to the World Health Organization, colorectal cancer ranks third highest in incidence (6.1%) worldwide among men and women, and second in mortality (9.2%) (1). In the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed and cause of cancer-related death. Alarmingly, the incidence of colorectal cancer has been increasing in adults younger than 50 years of age.
The treatment paradigms for rectal cancer have evolved over the past decades as advances in surgical treatment and additional therapies have developed. From the surgical perspective, the standardization of the total mesorectal excision (TME) has greatly improved oncologic outcomes. This involves the removal of the mesorectum, its associated lymph nodes, and the primary tumor itself with adherence to embryologic planes. This, in conjunction with the focus on obtaining a clear circumferential resection margin (CRM), has been monumental in decreasing recurrence and improving long-term survival in patients with rectal cancer (2,3).
The TME is considered the gold standard in rectal cancer surgery. Dissection of the visceral and parietal layers of the endopelvic fascia removes both the rectum and mesorectum. This aims to remove the rectum with surrounding mesentery, lymphatics, and blood vessels. The avascular plane reduces intraoperative blood loss, preserves autonomic nerves, and helps obtain a clear resection margin. TME has repeatedly been shown to improve recurrence and survival. During the widespread recognition of TME, a national cohort study in Norway showed that TME resulted in a 10–14% improved 4-year survival rate and reduction of 4-year local recurrence rates from 12% to 6% (4).
A negative distal margin is another component to performing oncologic resection of rectal tumors. Mesorectal nodal metastasis distal to the tumor is more common than intramural extension. A retrospective study of patients undergoing TME for rectal cancer found an average of 20.2% distal mesorectal spread: 0% of pT1 and pT2, 21.9% of pT3, and 50% of pT4. The longest distal spread was 2 cm for rectosigmoid tumors, 4 cm from the upper rectum, and 3 cm from the lower rectum (5). Thus, resection of the rectosigmoid and upper rectum is done 5 cm distal to the primary tumor. In most mid and low-rectal tumors, achieving a 2-cm negative distal margin can be adequate. Furthermore, a favorable lower rectal tumor with a 1cm distal margin has not been shown to affect oncologic resection (6). Cancers that involve the pelvic floor muscles and anal sphincter will typically require an abdominoperineal resection.
The CRM is the shortest distance between the tumor and mesorectal fascia. Studies have shown that a positive CRM leads to poor oncologic outcomes. The MERCURY Study evaluated the preoperative MRI of 374 patients with rectal cancer. The 5-year overall survival (OS) was 42.2% in patients with a positive CRM and 62.2% with a clear CRM (7).
The resection of rectal cancer involves the division of the vascular supply with the associated lymphatics. Blood supply to the rectum is supplied by the inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) via the superior hemorrhoidal artery and internal iliac artery via the middle and inferior hemorrhoidal arteries. Ligation of the IMA just distal to its origin at the aorta is commonly termed "high tie" and division of the vessel distal to the takeoff of the left colic artery is termed "low tie". The HIGHLOW trial randomized 214 patients undergoing laparoscopic LAR and TME for rectal cancer. There was no significant difference in the number of lymph nodes collected, anastomotic leak (AL), and oncologic outcomes between the two groups. Both groups did have overall worsened urinary function, but the low-tie group had less urinary incontinence and obstructive urinary symptoms. The low-tie group also reported better male sexual function and was found to have improved uroflowmetric test results (8). A 5-year follow-up of 196 of the original 214 patients found a recurrence in 21.4% of patients. There was no significant difference in the number of distal or pelvic recurrence rates, 5-year OS, or 5-year disease-free survival (DFS) in high versus low tie (9).
Rationale and knowledge gap
Although a complete overview of the status of multimodal treatment for rectal adenocarcinoma is beyond the scope of this paper, the involvement of neoadjuvant therapy for locally advanced tumors is standard in many centers. The total neoadjuvant therapy (TNT) approach has led to paradigm-shifting rates of complete clinical and pathologic responses and has led to increasing feasibility of organ-sparing approaches for appropriately selected patients. Particularly for mid and distal rectal cancers, upfront surgical resection has become increasingly rare. However, in these scenarios, surgeons are operating in radiated fields with locally aggressive and incompletely responsive tumors. This can increase the challenges of surgical resection, especially when added to the anatomic challenges of operating in a narrow space in an increasingly obese population. As such, the development of appropriate techniques to optimize both oncologic and functional outcomes given these challenges has become paramount.
Objective
The majority of this review will discuss the surgical approach to rectal cancer and evaluate the current literature in relation to open vs. minimally invasive techniques with an emphasis on robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery (MIS).
Assimilating laparoscopic techniques in rectal cancer surgery
Minimally invasive techniques have demonstrated superiority in factors related to recovery and pain for patients requiring abdominal surgery. However, there have previously been mixed results related to oncologic outcomes in MIS specific to rectal cancer. Despite the evidence to support the benefits of laparoscopic surgery, its assimilation into rectal cancer surgery has been challenging. In addition to the technical difficulties of operating in the narrow pelvis, this also stemmed from the concern about oncologic outcomes compared to open surgery. The CLASICC trial (Conventional Versus Laparoscopic-Assisted Surgery in Colorectal Cancer), which evaluated 242 patients with rectal cancer, did demonstrate a high conversion rate of 34% as well as a trend towards higher CRM positivity in laparoscopic (12%) vs. open (6%), although not statistically significant (10). However, in long-term follow-up data published in 2013, this did not have a significant impact on local recurrence or survival (11).
The European Colorectal Cancer Laparoscopic or Open Resection (COLOR) II trial demonstrated a lower conversion rate compared to the CLASICC trial of 17%. Macroscopically they found no significant difference between the two groups for positive CRM, distal resection margin, morbidity, mortality, or 3-year DFS. However, they did find a quicker return of bowel function and shorter hospital stay in the laparoscopic group (12). The Comparison of Open Versus Laparoscopic Surgery for mid or low Rectal Cancer After Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy (COREAN) trial had an even lower conversion rate of 1.2% and a low rate of CRM positivity (3%) (13). The 3-year DFS was significantly non-inferior—79.2% for laparoscopic surgery and 72.5% for open (P<0.001) (14).
The ACOSOG Z6051 was designed as a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to compare the laparoscopic and open treatment of rectal cancer in the United States in patients with stage II/III rectal cancer within 12 cm of the anal verge in those who received neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy. In the variables of completeness of TME specimen, negative CRM, and negative distal margins, the laparoscopic technique did not meet the criteria for non-inferiority because the combined score of these variables was greater than 6% lower than the score for open resection (15). This composite score was utilized in another study—the ALaCaRT study based in Australia. This study corroborated the ACOSOG Z6051 results by performing a randomized, non-inferiority phase III trial including 26 surgeons and 475 patients with T1-3 rectal adenocarcinoma less than 15 cm from the anal verge. The authors compared open vs. laparoscopic resection and found that similarly, they could not provide non-inferiority based on completeness of TME, negative CRM, and negative distal margins. In this cohort, successful resection was achieved in 82% of the laparoscopic patients and 89% of the open group. TME completeness was achieved in 97% vs. 99% and CRM positivity was 7% vs. 3% in the laparoscopic and open groups, respectively. Distal margin involvement was <1% in both groups (16).
Both studies performed follow-up analyses that evaluated DFS and locoregional recurrence (LRR). In the ACOSOG Z6051 trial authors found 2-year DFS in the lap group to be 79.5% vs. open of 83.2% which was not statistically significant. LRR was 4.6% in lap and 4.5% in open while distant recurrence was 14.6% in laparoscopic and 16.7% in open. None of these were statistically significant differences and the authors conclude that laparoscopic-assisted techniques are not statistically different in this regard (17). In order to meet the criteria as a "successful surgery" patients had to have a complete or nearly complete TME specimen, CRM >1 mm, and DM >1 mm. An unsuccessful surgery was associated with reduced DFS (HR 1.87, 95% CI: 1.21–2.91). When evaluating these different aspects of the composite score, CRM was the only variable that significantly affected DFS (HR 2.31, 95% CI: 1.40–3.79). The laparoscopic technique did not increase the risk of recurrence compared to open, however, unsuccessful surgery did (P=0.006). In the ALaCaRT follow up LRR was 5.4% in the lap group and 3.1% in the open group, which was not statistically significant. CRM positivity was the only variable associated with a higher risk of LRR at 2 years (15.8% vs. 3.8%, P=0.04). DFS at 2 years was 80% in the lap and 82% in the open group (18).
The results from both these follow-up studies demonstrate no significant difference between laparoscopic and open techniques regarding 2-year DFS and LRR. Positive CRM appears to predict worse outcomes and surgeons should use their best judgment related to the skillset required to achieve a clear CRM. There are even some data to suggest laparoscopic surgery can achieve wider negative CRM in the pelvis (19).
Robotic-assisted surgery
Robotic devices
Robotic-assisted surgery evolved from the minimally invasive technique of laparoscopic surgery. One of the first robotic systems was known as the Zeus system (Computer Motion, Inc., Santa Barbara, CA, USA) followed by the da Vinci system (Intuitive Surgical, Inc., Mountain View, CA, USA). The Zeus ceased production in 2003 and now the da Vinci dominates the surgical arena and has done so for the last decades. For the purposes of this review, we focused on the da Vinci platform, which by far has the most robust body of literature.
Benefits
Ergonomics
Ergonomics are an important consideration for surgical efficiency and performance. Some studies demonstrate work-related musculoskeletal disorders which lead to poor performance, leave of absence, practice modification, or early retirement. Improving the ergonomic environment may lead to prolonged careers and improved performance in surgeons and medical proceduralists (20). The main components of robotic surgery that have been studied are visualization, posture, and manipulation (21). The robotic-assisted technique allows for three-dimensional vision and surgeon control of the camera. Surgeons remain in a seated position that is tailored to everyone. Articulated instruments allow for greater degrees of freedom in the manipulation of tissue in addition to a tremor filtration technology.
The increasing prevalence of obesity lends another potential advantage in robotic systems from an ergonomic standpoint. Obesity is a known risk factor for conversion to open surgery, which increases morbidity and hospital length of stay (LOS). The ROLARR study subgroup analysis demonstrated the benefit of robotic-assisted techniques in obese men. The BJS study in 2020 compared short-term perioperative and oncologic outcomes or robotic proctectomy in obese vs. non-obese patients. They found that obesity was not associated with serious adverse short-term perioperative or oncologic outcomes after robotic rectal cancer surgery. Regardless, the benefits of ergonomic optimization to the surgeon from a longevity standpoint cannot be overstated in this patient population.
Visualization
Visual input is a vital component of our sensory system and ultimately the ergonomics related to performing surgery. Laparoscopic surgery allows for a monocular view within a two-dimensional display. The addition of three-dimensional visualization allows improved depth perception on the robotic platform. In addition, the surgeon has full control of the camera themselves. In laparoscopic surgery, the loss of depth perception as well as the disparity of screen location compared to the operative field may result in mental fatigue. Falk et al. demonstrated that 3D visualization within the robotic console can reduce ocular strain, errors, and performance time (22). Some authors suggest that this may provide a visual perceptual mismatch that can contribute to mental fatigue (23).
Posture
Surgeons often suffer from musculoskeletal pain and discomfort due to prolonged periods of standing and poor posture during operations including extended periods of neck and back flexion, which may lead to long-term musculoskeletal and neurologic problems. Laparoscopic surgery may be less physically demanding than open surgery but can lead to static strain and muscle tension. Studies have shown that the greatest strain occurs in the shoulders and neck for laparoscopic surgery and forearms, lower back, and neck for robotic surgery (24-26). One study demonstrated less neck, shoulder, and back pain in robotic surgery compared to laparoscopic (27). Some studies even demonstrate more activation of the non-dominant hand in robotic surgery when compared to laparoscopic and improved fine motor skills of the non-dominant hand (25,28). Lastly, the surgeon can take short breaks during an operation to mitigate fatigue or stress.
Manipulation
The robotic system allows for ease of manipulation by eliminating the fulcrum of laparoscopy instruments. This leads to an increase in the degrees of freedom of movement, helps to eliminate tremors, and increases magnification to appropriately scale movement. The degree of freedom offered in a robotic system is six compared to four in laparoscopy which has been shown to reduce the time for task completion (23,29). The long laparoscopic instruments can increase tremor due to length and can create a perceived visual disconnect based on the direction a surgeon must move the instrument to obtain desired effect.
Limitations
Cost
Cost has been a longstanding criticism of robotic surgery. The robotic system is more expensive than laparoscopic equipment and even more so than an open approach. There are limited data as to the cost-benefit of robotic surgery as it relates to rectal cancer. A decision-analytic model evaluating one-year costs and outcomes by Simianu et al. factored in surgical outcomes, costs, and patient-report outcomes. Both laparoscopic and robotic were considered more cost-effective than open surgery, with laparoscopy being more cost-effective than the robotic approach by $983/case (30). A single institution study of 68 patients looked more specifically at robotic abdominoperineal resection (APR), as the majority do not require a splenic flexure mobilization or anastomosis. Compared to laparoscopy, there was an increase in the mean cost by 26% and median cost by 43%, but this was not statically significant. Operative time, LOS, complications, conversion to open, and oncologic complete resection were found to be similar. The study was not powered to detect a significant increase in cost due to the small sample but does suggest robotics has a cost-effective role in rectal cancer, particularly with APR (31).
Haptic feedback
A drawback to robotic surgery is the loss of haptic feedback in the most used models. This sensory loss may reduce the assessment of tension, causing excessive force on tissues and potential injury. Typically, surgeons overcome the lack of tactile feedback with visual cues in identifying tissue deformation (32). This is a learned skill and can take time to develop and master. Locally advanced rectal cancers may alter and obscure surrounding tissue, with manual palpation helping to guide dissection. Thus, during the early emergence of robotic surgery, its use was not suggested for locally advanced rectal tumors. In the world of TNT, the presence of fibrosis within the pelvis is often encountered and can be difficult to interpret at times using just visual cues.
Accessibility
Robotic platforms have become increasingly popular within essentially all fields of surgery. Trends using the American College of Surgeons National Quality Improvement Program Database from 2013 to 2018 revealed a four-fold increase in the number of robotic cases performed for non-urgent colectomies from 3.9% to 16%. There were decreased rates for both open cases, 19.5% to 12.9%, and laparoscopy, 76.6% to 71.2% (33). The price of the Da Vinci Robot system is approximately $2 million. They are increasingly being found in academic centers, and larger hospital systems in higher-income locations (34). The National Cancer Database was used to evaluate possible disparities as it relates to robotic utilization for rectal cancer from 2010 to 2014. Patient populations including females, black, the elderly, the non-privately insured, those with limited access to higher level institutions, or residing in less educated areas were less likely to undergo a robotic surgical approach for rectal cancer (35).
Robotic surgery outcomes
As discussed earlier in this paper, TME has become the gold standard for oncologic resection and a tenet of the paradigm of care for rectal cancer patients. There have been numerous studies demonstrating that poor TME quality is significantly related to worse recurrence rates, both locally and distally (36,37). Interestingly, a study looking at 700 patients that have open, laparoscopic, and robotic operative approaches failed to demonstrate a difference amongst these modalities for a non-complete mesorectal grade. However, distal tumors (<5 cm from the anal verge), APRs, and positive CRM were associated with an incomplete mesorectum. This further supports that the confines of a narrow pelvis may make a complete dissection more difficult (38).
The ROLARR trial, which was the first and largest RCT on robotic vs. laparoscopic approaches for curative rectal cancer surgery, was published in 2017 and demonstrated similar TME completeness amongst robotic and laparoscopic resection (76.4% and 77.6%, respectively; P=0.33) (39). A criticism of the ROLARR trial was the potential inexperience of robotic surgeons and the concern that some of these surgeons were still in the learning phase and had not yet achieved mastery. The laparoscopic group of surgeons had performed on average 152.5 cases, yet the robotic surgeons only 67.9. Similarly, in 2018 Kim et al. found an 80.3% and 78.1% completeness rate in robotic and laparoscopic approaches, respectively (P=0.599) (40). Lim et al. in a prospective study performed in 2017 found the rates to be similar (95.9% vs. 100% P=0.384), as did Valverde et al. in 2017 (88% vs. 82% P=0.28) (41,42). None of the above-mentioned studies demonstrated any statistically significant difference. One study performed by Baik et al. did however demonstrate better rates of complete resection of 92.9% in the robotic group compared to 75.4% in the lap group (43). In the meta-analysis and systematic review published by Prete et al., they evaluated the completeness of TME in two trials and did not find a significant difference in the rate of incomplete resection (44).
Although TME is an integral part of oncologic outcomes, CRM plays a large role as well. A positive CRM is associated with lower tumors and those with greater depth of invasion (45). A recently published comprehensive review of the literature comparing robotic and laparoscopic techniques did not demonstrate a statistically significant difference between these modalities, with a greater than 90% CRM negative rate for both groups (46). In addition, the Prete et al. meta-analysis did not find a significant difference between the robotic and laparoscopic groups (44). A study by D'Annibale et al. in 2013 demonstrated an improved negative CRM rate in robotic patients compared to lap (100% vs. 88%, P=0.022) (47). However, this was one of the only studies to do so until a recently published RCT was published by Feng et al. in China. This was a multicenter superiority trial in a modified intention-to-treat analysis of 1,171 patients with rectal cancer performed in 11 Chinese hospitals. Patients with low/middle rectal cancer, cT1-3N0-1 or ycT1-3Nx, no cT4, and no evidence of distant metastasis were randomized to either robotic or laparoscopic resection in a 1:1 ratio. The robotic group did have improved oncological outcomes compared to the laparoscopic group, with CRM ≤1 mm of 4.0% vs. 7.2% (P=0.023) and macroscopic complete resection 95.4% and 91.8% (P=0.042). The statistical significance was less apparent in the subgroup analysis of the type of surgery performed, LAR, and APR. The robotic group experienced fewer 30-day complications (Clavien-Dindo Grade II or higher) 16.2% and 23.1% (P=0.003), fewer APR 16.9% and 22.7%, shorter postoperative hospital stays 7.0 and 8.0 days (P=0.0001), fewer conversion to open 1.7% and 3.9% (P=0.021), and fewer intraoperative complications 5.5% and 8.7% (P=0.030) (48). This REAL Study Group does suggest better oncological resection and 30 days postoperative recovery. Limitations of this study include no standardized perioperative protocol, performed in Chinese centers that in general approach neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapy differently than in the United States, and an average body mass index (BMI) of 23.5 kg/m2.
The distal margin, which also plays a role in local recurrence, is recommended by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines to be 4 to 5 cm below the distal edge of the tumor when possible. Although the robotic ability to navigate a narrow pelvis would theoretically allow for better margins, studies have failed to demonstrate a statistically significant difference between robotic and laparoscopic techniques. The same applies to the proximal margin, with the failure of current literature to support a statistical difference.
Survival
Oncologic outcomes including CRM, DM, and completeness of TME play important roles in OS. It appears that in large-scale RCT's, the most important component for DFS is negative CRM. The ACOSOG and ALaCaRT trials observed an increase in local recurrence two years after surgery with an involved CRM. In a review performed by Lam et al. published in 2021, the authors identified that few studies have reported on overall or DFS (46). Patriti et al. demonstrated no difference in overall and DFS in robotic and laparoscopic groups, however only followed patients for 3 years (49). Studies to date have failed to demonstrate a statistically significant difference in DFS at 5 years. Cho et al. performed a case-matched retrospective study that demonstrated 81.8% and 79.6% survival in robotic and laparoscopic techniques (P=0.538), respectively (50). Similarly, in a prospective case-matched cohort study, Park et al. found DFS to be 80.6% and 82.8% in robotic and laparoscopic techniques, respectively (P=0.298) (51). In 2017, Kim et al. also performed a retrospective cased matched study that found OS to be 90.5% in the robotic group and 78% in the laparoscopic group, however, this was not statistically significant (P=0.3231). The overall DFS was also not significant and was 72.6% and 68%, respectively. The authors did perform a multivariate analysis and found that the use of the robot was a positive prognostic factor for OS and cancer-specific survival, which was to our knowledge the first study to do so (P=0.0040, HR =0.333, P=0.0161, HR 0.367) (52). The limitations of this study include selection bias with the demographic difference between the two groups, including a younger robotic group. Lim et al. performed a prospective case-matched study in patients who had mid to low rectal cancer who received neoadjuvant CRT that demonstrated OSl of 90% and 93.3% in the robotic and laparoscopic groups, respectively (P=0.424) and DFS at 5 years of 76.8% and 76%, respectively (P=0.834). The local recurrence rate was 2.7% robotic and 6.3% laparoscopic (4 vs. 2 patients, P=0.308) and the systemic recurrence rate was 18.9% robotic vs. 15.6% laparoscopic (14 vs. 10 patients, P=0.644) (41). No studies have demonstrated a significant difference in OS, DFS, or cancer-specific survival.
When considering short-term survival, a recent meta-analysis published in 2022 by Safiejko et al. evaluated 42 studies and found that survival to hospital discharge or 30-day OS rate was significantly better in the robotic group (99.6%) compared to the laparoscopic (98.8%) (P=0.05) (53).
Non-oncologic outcomes
With comparable oncologic and long-term (5-year DFS) outcomes amongst laparoscopic and robotic surgery, it is worth noting the non-oncologic outcomes amongst these two modalities. This includes considerations such as LOS, conversion to open, operating time, and cost. A study performed by Hu et al. evaluated NSQIP data from 2016–2017 in patients undergoing robotic and laparoscopic proctectomy to compare these non-oncologic variables (54). The authors found that amongst 3,845 patients (70% of which underwent laparoscopic approach) and after a propensity adjustment, the robotic approach was associated with a decrease in conversion to open (−6.7%, P<0.01), decreased LOS (−0.6 days, P=0.01), and less postoperative ileus (−3.7%, P=0.01). However, it had an increase in operative time of 20.3 minutes (P<0.01). Prior studies have mimicked these results and demonstrated lower conversion rates and significantly longer operating times without differences in post-operative complications (44,55-57). The retrospective review performed by Crippa et al., evaluated 600 patients and found that those undergoing robotic surgery had an overall lower complication rate (37.2% vs. 51.2%, P<0.001). Additionally, robotic surgery was found to be the most protective factor for the odds of complication (OR 0.485, P=0.006). Conversion to open surgery and a complication were risk factors for a prolonged LOS and robotic surgery was the only independent protective factor (OR 0.62, P=0.027) (58).
Conversion to open is a widely accepted outcome measure when comparing robotic and laparoscopic surgery in rectal cancer. Conversion to open can have a significant impact on overall patient outcomes and has been associated with the risk of AL, overall morbidity, wound infection, and worse overall long-term outcomes (59-61). Robotic surgery may have an advantage in this regard and be able to overcome some of the technical difficulties related to laparoscopic surgery that can lead to conversion to open. A recent retrospective cohort study in Japan utilized over 20,000 patients and propensity-matched two groups of 2,843 that had both robotic and laparoscopic LAR. They found that the robotic group had a significantly lower conversion to open rate (0.7% vs. 2%, P<0.001). The robotic group did have a longer operating time (352 vs. 382 minutes, P<0.001), lower in-hospital mortality (0.1% vs. 0.5%, P=0.007), and shorter LOS (13 vs. 14 days, P<0.001). The overall conversion to open rate was not found to be significantly different between robotic and laparoscopic surgery in the ROLARR trial. However, when subsequent analysis of this data was performed, it did demonstrate that robotic surgery had a lower conversion rate when performed by more experienced robotic surgeons and in more demanding scenarios such as in obese patients.
A similar study performed in 2013 using ACS-NSQIP data demonstrated lower rates of conversion to open (10% vs. 13.7%) in the robotic group and decreased LOS (4.5 vs. 5.3), which were both statistically significant. The Prete et al. meta-analysis found an overall rate of perioperative complications amongst 5 trials to be similar (27.3 in robotic and 26.7 in laparoscopic) with similar rates of wound infections, urinary dysfunction, and respiratory complications (44). Additionally, this meta-analysis demonstrated a significantly longer operative time in the robotic group (5 trials, 681 patients) that was 38 minutes longer than laparoscopic (P<0.00001). A meta-analysis published in 2022 assessed the safety and efficacy of the robotic vs. laparoscopic approach and found that patients who underwent robotic surgery had earlier time to first flatus (2.4 vs. 2.9 d, P=0.03), significantly lower conversion to open rates (2.6% vs. 7.3%, P<0.001), decreased length of hospital stay (8.0 vs. 10 days, P<0.001), decreased operative time (297.4 vs. 339.5 minutes, P<0.001), and overall no differences amongst 30-day complications (27.2 vs. 19.0 in robotic and laparoscopic, respectively, P=0.53) (53).
A recent meta-analysis and systematic review performed by Wang et al., found that in over 5,400 patients and 20 studies reviewed the robot was associated with longer operative time, lower conversion to open, shorter LOS, and faster bowel recovery with fewer overall complications. However, they did not demonstrate a significant difference between estimated blood loss (EBL) or AL rate (62). Regarding bleeding requiring transfusion, Hu et al. found that the laparoscopic group had greater rates of this compared to robotic (7% vs. 6%), however did not reach statistical significance (54). Similarly, Baik et al. did not find a statistically significant difference between groups for change in preoperative (1–2 weeks before surgery) and post-operative hemoglobin concentrations (P=0.905) (43). Patriti et al. reported similar EBL between groups and none required transfusions (49). The systematic review and meta-analysis performed by Safiejko, which included 24 studies found EBL to be 224±327.6 for the robotic group and 210.8±305.2 mL which was not statistically significant (P=0.95). Blood transfusions were required in 3.7% and 2.1% of cases, respectively (P=0.32) (53). Shiomi et al. did demonstrate an advantage in robotic TME, specifically in patients with visceral obesity. Blood loss and LOS were significantly less in the robotic group compared to the laparoscopic (63).
AL is a feared complication that can lead to longer hospitalization, further surgery, and oncologic consequences. Kulu et al. evaluated patients with AL after undergoing surgery for rectal cancer and found that it was associated with an increased risk of mortality (HR 2.30, P=0.003) and significantly worse DFS (HR 1.88, P=0.011) (64). Similarly, a meta-analysis performed by Ha et al., including 34 studies found that AL was associated with increased local recurrence [relative risk (RR) 1.90, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.48–2.44, I2=78%] and reduced OS (RR 1.36, 95% CI: 1.24–1.50, I2=74%), cancer-specific survival (RR 1.41, 95% CI: 1.19–1.68, I2=56%), and DFS (RR 1.40, 95% CI: 1.20–1.63, I2=86%), but had no significant effect on distant recurrence (RR 1.20, 95% CI: 0.94–1.53, I2=61%) (65). D'Annibale et al. found the incidence of AL and overall complications to be statistically similar in robotic and laparoscopic approaches. They did however see a significantly longer hospital LOS in the laparoscopic group, which likely contributed to the slightly higher complication rate (47). In a study by Crolla et al., they found the AL rate to be higher in laparoscopic vs. robotic, however, this did not reach statistical significance (8.2% vs. 4.5%, P=0.29). Overall complication rates were higher in laparoscopic as well, but not significantly (39.7% vs. 30.4%, P=0.074) (66). Panteleimonitis et al. looked at obese patients (BMI >30), 63 of which underwent robotic surgery for rectal cancer, and did not find any significant difference in AL. The LOS was significantly shorter in the robotic group (6 vs. 8 days, P=0.014) (67).
Urinary dysfunction and sexual dysfunction
Preservation of pelvic autonomic nerves is tied to the TME with dissection of the mesorectum and pre-sacral fascia. Urogenital dysfunction caused by injury to the pelvic autonomic nerves can worsen the quality of life (QoL). QoL including social and physical functioning related to urogenital dysfunction is an important decision factor as survival from rectal cancer improves (68). A robotic approach offers high-resolution three-dimensional visualization and articulating instruments available within narrow a pelvis, which may aid in the protection of the pelvic autonomic nerves. A systematic review and meta-analysis by Flynn et al. in 2022 compared urogenital dysfunction between robotic and laparoscopic TME. Male sexual dysfunction was favored in robotic over laparoscopic in 7 of 11 studies, with no difference shown in the remaining 4. Pooled data from 5 studies showed improved male sexual dysfunction at 1 year with robotic surgery (OR, 0.51, P=0.043). Urinary dysfunction was favored in 6 of 12 studies, with pooled data from 4 studies favoring better urinary function at 1 year after robotic surgery (OR 0.26, P=0.016). Despite the limitations of the review, they posited that robotic surgery may improve urinary and male sexual dysfunction compared to laparoscopy (69). Similarly, in the meta-analysis performed by Safiejko et al., the robotic group had significantly fewer patients with urinary retention after surgery compared to the laparoscopic group (3.5% vs. 6.1%, P=0.02) (53).
Transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS)
TAMIS is a technique to remove rectal polyps and early rectal cancers through the anus. First introduced in 2009, laparoscopic TAMIS (L-TAMIS) has grown in popularity by providing organ preservation and improved visualization compared to traditional transanal excision. Difficulties with L-TAMIS include rigid, non-articulating instruments within a constrained operative field (70). The first robotic TAMIS (R-TAMIS), described in 2012, offered advantages compared to laparoscopy with 3D visualization, articulating movements, and improved ergonomics (71). In a systematic literature review by Jakobsen et al., R-TAMIS outcomes were evaluated from 25 studies with 322 patients, mostly from case-reports or small series (72). Compared with recently reported L-TAMIS outcomes, R-TAMIS was found to have lower positive resection margins (3.7% vs. 8.6%) and less overall complication rates (10.5% vs. 18.4%) (73). Tumor recurrences were similar for R-TAMIS (4.1%) and L-TAMIS (6%). The da Vinci single-port robot (SP) offers improved access to narrow locations. SP is FDA approved for Head and Neck and Urology cases, but not for rectal surgery. An ongoing clinical trial looking at SP for TAMIS is underway, with early promising reports (71).
Conclusions
Robotic-assisted surgery for rectal cancer can be advantageous compared to other techniques due to its ability to provide three-dimensional vision, navigate narrow spaces within the pelvis, and improve overall dexterity for the surgeon. These qualities should ideally create an environment that allows for better oncologic resection and subsequently improved OS and QoL for the patient. Regarding data-driven outcomes, the current literature cannot demonstrate improved OS in robotic techniques. It appears it is not inferior to laparoscopic, but data does not yet suggest superiority.
In large-scale RCT, the most important component for DFS is negative CRM. The quality of dissection measured by positive CRM is comparable amongst laparoscopic, robotic, and open surgery suggesting that utilizing a minimally invasive technique does not have negative oncological consequences, despite some of the earlier landmark studies. Minimally invasive techniques have benefits including faster recovery, shorter LOS, and less pain when compared to open. The robotic technique specifically may provide better sexual and urinary outcomes as well as less conversion to open, shorter LOS, and even overall lower complication rates. However, this comes at the cost of longer operating times. This could be mediated with time as surgeons become more comfortable and facile at both docking and operating on the robot.
The original question and aim of this study were to determine if robotic surgery is appropriate for rectal cancer. The literature suggests that robotic surgery is appropriate for this type of surgery given the surgeon possesses the technical abilities, with the most important goal being good oncologic resection. The robot has unique abilities to navigate the necessary space for rectal cancer surgery and is not inferior to traditional laparoscopic techniques.
The main limitation to robotic surgery and implementing more widespread use is likely the cost and longer operating time. We may see both improve as surgeons become more efficient, and a broader analysis of overall cost can be performed. After all, the "cost" of surgery extends beyond the operating room. Studies suggest a lower conversion rate, shorter LOS, and fewer complications may provide an overall reduced cost to the hospital system over time. This is an area of active and enthusiastic continued research. Ultimately, operative modality should be based on surgeon comfort in performing the best oncologic resection for the patient.
Technological advances in robotic surgery continue, and it remains an evolving field. There are multiple robotic platforms and advances in technology in development. These will hopefully drive down cost and also provide potential improvements in patient outcomes. As parallel technologies improve with time, they may act as further boons to the advancement of robotic platforms. The integration of augmented and virtual reality within surgical robots is in its infancy and could further potentiate the ability of the surgeon. Training programs and simulations of increasing fidelity have been used to help prepare surgeons prepare for upcoming procedures. Professional societies have established proctoring programs and requirements for training as robotic surgery becomes more widespread. Although these are all exciting developments, one must remember that the robot is but a tool and cannot replace the steadfast adherence to the tenets of rectal cancer surgery by the operating surgeon.
Acknowledgments
The authors would like to acknowledge the Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute for their support in writing and editing this paper.
Funding: None.
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Gourami Fish Aggression: Causes of Aggressive Behavior
In this article, we'll dive deep into the fascinating world of Gourami fish, uncovering the causes of aggressive behavior that you might have noticed in your aquarium. As a fellow Gourami enthusiast, I've encountered my fair share of aggression, and I've delved into the reasons behind it to help fellow hobbyists ensure a peaceful aquatic environment.
So, let's embark on this journey to gain a better understanding of Gourami fish aggression and the potential solutions for it, shall we?
Reasons Gouramis are Aggressive
Gouramis, like any other fish, can have their aggressive moments. Understanding the reasons for this behavior is critical to maintaining a peaceful and harmonious aquarium.
Here are some of the factors that contribute to Gourami aggression:
Territorial Issues: Gouramis are naturally territorial fish, and they may become aggressive when they feel that their space has been invaded. Providing ample hiding spots and a proper-sized tank can help mitigate these issues.
Mating Behavior: Male Gouramis can be quite pushy during the mating process, which can lead to aggression. Separating the sexes or providing plenty of hiding spots for females can help reduce stress in the tank.
Competition for Food: If there isn't enough food to go around, Gouramis may become aggressive in an attempt to secure their share. To combat this problem, ensure that you're providing sufficient food and that all tank inhabitants can access it easily.
Unsuitable Tank Mates: Some fish are notorious for bullying or nipping at other fish. Avoid keeping Gouramis with these types of fish to reduce chances of aggressive interactions.
Stress: Fish that are stressed due to poor water quality, a crowded tank, or other factors, may exhibit aggressive behavior. Regular water changes and monitoring your aquarium's parameters can help you to reduce stress and maintain a healthy environment.
Understanding the reasons behind Gourami aggression is the first step in creating a peaceful and harmonious aquarium for these beautiful fish. By addressing these factors, you'll be able to better manage aggression in your Gourami tank and provide a healthy environment for all its inhabitants.
Males vs Female Gourami Aggression
When it comes to aggressive behavior in Gourami fish, there's often a noticeable difference between males and females. Let's explore these differences and how they impact your aquarium.
Male Gourami Aggression: Males are typically the more aggressive of the two genders, particularly during mating season. They tend to establish territories and can become quite defensive of their space, often chasing or nipping at other males or even at females. Their aggression may also increase if they feel threatened or if they're competing for limited resources, such as food or hiding spots. To maintain a peaceful tank, it's crucial to give male Gouramis enough space and hiding areas and to carefully consider their tank mates.
Female Gourami Aggression: Female Gouramis, on the other hand, are generally more peaceful and less territorial than males. While they may occasionally chase or nip at other fish, it's usually to a lesser extent than their male counterparts. However, stress or overcrowding can still lead to aggression in female Gouramis, so it's essential to maintain a healthy aquarium environment that meets the needs of all inhabitants.
When setting up a Gourami community tank, it's important to take these differences in aggression between males and females into account. By carefully managing your tank's environment and selecting compatible tank mates, you can reduce instances of aggression and create a thriving aquatic ecosystem for your Gouramis to enjoy.
Aggression of Different Gourami Types
There are several types of Gouramis, and each one has its unique characteristics when it comes to aggressive behavior. Let's take a closer look at some of the more popular Gourami varieties and their aggression levels.
Dwarf Gourami: Dwarf Gouramis are among the more peaceful Gourami types. However, males can be territorial, especially during mating season. Providing ample hiding spots and not overcrowding the tank is key to keeping this species content and reducing aggressive behavior.
Blue Gourami: Also known as Three Spot Gourami, Blue Gouramis can show territorial and moderately aggressive behavior. Keeping a spacious tank with hiding places and avoiding tank mates with similar appearances or nippy tendencies can help maintain harmony in an aquarium with these fish.
Pearl Gourami: Pearl Gouramis are often considered one of the most peaceful Gourami species, but they can still exhibit occasional aggression. Ensuring they have enough space and compatible tank mates will help mitigate this behavior.
Gold Gourami: Gold Gouramis can be slightly more aggressive than other types of Gouramis. Providing enough space, hiding spots, and carefully selecting tank mates will contribute to a more harmonious environment.
Kissing Gourami: These unique fish are known for their "kissing" behavior, which is actually a territorial display rather than an act of affection. Male Kissing Gouramis can be aggressive and territorial. As such, they should be kept in a larger tank with ample vegetation or decorations to break up their line of sight.
Opaline Gourami: Opaline Gouramis, similar to their Blue Gourami relatives, can display moderate aggression, especially against other similarly sized and colored fish. Providing them with suitable tank mates and an adequate environment can minimize aggression in the tank.
Remember, it's essential to research each Gourami species' specific needs to ensure a peaceful and healthy environment for all your aquarium inhabitants. By understanding the distinctive aggression levels and needs of different Gourami types, you can make informed decisions on how to build a thriving and harmonious community in your aquarium.
Signs of Aggression in Gouramis
As a Gourami enthusiast, it's essential to recognize signs of aggression in your fish, both to protect their well-being and that of their tank mates. Here are some common indicators of aggressive behavior, which should be monitored closely:
Chasing: Gouramis may chase each other or their tank mates around the tank, particularly if they're feeling territorial or if there's competition over resources.
Nipping: Aggressive Gouramis may nip or bite at other fish, which can lead to injury or stress. Keep an eye out for nipping behavior and address the underlying causes to prevent any harm.
Color Changes: In some cases, Gouramis may display deeper or more dramatic colors when they're feeling aggressive. Monitor any changes in coloration and adjust the tank conditions if needed.
Increased Activity: An aggressive Gourami might swim around the tank more frantically or erratically, either in pursuit of another fish or as a show of dominance.
Territorial Displays: These include behaviors such as flaring their gills, puffing themselves up, or spreading their fins wider than usual to make themselves look bigger and more intimidating.
Although aggression in Gouramis is relatively common, it's essential to address the underlying causes to maintain a peaceful and harmonious environment. By recognizing the signs of aggression and taking appropriate steps to mitigate it, you can help ensure the well-being of your aquatic pets and create a thriving, stress-free environment for them to enjoy.
How To Stop Gourami Aggression
Dealing with Gourami aggression can be challenging, but with some patience and the right approach, you can help your fish overcome these behaviors. Here are some tips to stop aggression in your Gourami tank:
Provide Enough Space: Make sure your aquarium is large enough for the Gourami species you keep. A spacious tank allows fish to establish their territories and reduces competition for resources.
Add Hiding Spots: Providing plenty of hiding places, such as caves, plants, and decorations, can help your fish feel more secure and less prone to aggression.
Ensure Food Accessibility: Make sure to provide enough food for all your fish, so they don't need to compete with each other. Feeding in different areas of the tank can also help reduce aggression during mealtime.
Choose Compatible Tank Mates: Some fish species are more likely to provoke aggression in Gouramis. Research and select tank mates that are compatible with your Gourami's temperament and size.
Monitor Water Quality: Maintain a clean, healthy environment in your tank with regular water changes and parameter checks, as poor water quality can lead to stress and aggression in your fish.
Maintain a Balanced Sex Ratio: Keeping too many males of the same species in a tank can lead to aggressive behavior. Balance the number of males and females to reduce competition in the aquarium.
Separate Aggressive Fish: If a particular Gourami is being excessively aggressive, consider temporarily removing it from the tank and placing it in a separate tank or divider. This can help it calm down and reduce the potential for injury to other fish.
By taking these steps to minimize aggression in your Gourami aquarium, you can make it a safer, more enjoyable place for your fish to live. The key is to understand the specific needs of your Gourami species, provide a suitable environment, and monitor their behavior to identify and address any issues that might arise.
With the right care and attention, you can successfully maintain a harmonious Gourami community that thrives on relaxation and tranquility.
Conclusion
In this article, we've explored the causes of aggressive behavior in Gourami fish, highlighting the differences between males and females, as well as the various types of Gouramis.
By understanding and addressing the factors that contribute to aggression, such as territorial issues, mating behavior, and competition for resources, we can create a healthier and more harmonious environment for these captivating aquatic creatures.
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Martin Luther on God's Victory Over Death
But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. . . . But each in his own order: Christ the firstfruits, then at his coming those who belong to Christ.
— 1 Corinthians 15:20, 23 —
"Now if I know this and believe it, my heart or conscience and soul have already passed through death and grave and are in heaven with Christ, dwell there and rejoice over it. And in that way we have the two best parts, much more than half, of the resurrection behind us. And because Christ animates and renews the heart by faith, He will also surely drag the decomposed rascal after Him and clothe him again, so that we can behold Him and live with Him. For that is His Word and work on which we are baptized and live and die. Therefore this will surely not fail us, as little as it failed Him. No matter when or how God ordains that we die, whether in bed or in the fire, in the water, by rope or by sword, the devil, death's master and butcher, will surely see to killing us and carrying out his trade, so that we will not be able to choose or select a mode of death. But no matter how he executes us, it shall not harm us. He may give us a bitter potion, such as is administered to put people to sleep and make them insensitive, but we will wake up again and come forth on that Day, when the trumpet will sound. That the devil shall not prevent, because even now we are more than halfway out of death in Christ, and he will not be able to hold back this poor belly and bag of maggots either. "(Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15,"in Luther's Works, 28:110-111)
I found this passage comforting, in view of our current situation. The fear of death is all around us. Remember God's promise! Right now it's Friday, but Sunday's coming | eng | db25eadb-9217-4f01-86e4-e9fd9e85b737 | https://lutheranladiesconnectionwordpress.wordpress.com/2020/04/09/martin-luther-on-gods-victory-over-death/ |
who caused them tells her how terrible life is
She didn't cause them on purpose, she didn't even know Barbieland and her Barbie is real. (Although she makes a comment about how weird barbies came to being that she should have no knowledge of cuz like I said she didn't know the toys have a real version in barbieland)
to become human anyway >Why?
Mental retardation, like many things in this movie. It should've been the Kens who move out to the real world where they aren't ruled by some feminazi matriarchy govt. | eng | acb219ec-675f-4411-a417-0de4994280df | https://cinemaphile.com/falls-into-deep-inconsolable-depression-after-a-day-of-experiencing-human-emotions-374288/ |
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Simple Lifestyle Habits Could Help Combat Seasonal Depression
11/8/2022
Jefferson, TN (November 8, 2022) – Millions of Americans struggle with seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), each year. Commonly brought on during the fall and winter, the condition can occur during any seasonal change and last as long as four or five months. People with SAD may feel lethargic or moody and tend to sleep more. Symptoms also can include social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, weight gain, and feelings of depression.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, women and those living farther away from the equator are more likely to experience SAD. Some experts believe shorter days and less sunlight are often the cause of seasonal depression. Research on the condition found people with SAD may have reduced levels of serotonin, a brain chemical that helps regulate mood, and produce too much melatonin, a hormone critical to sleep-wake cycles. This imbalance disrupts normal daily rhythms and makes it harder to adjust to seasonal changes in day length.
"SAD is a type of depression that can greatly affect your quality of life and ability to function," says Katherine Besola, FNP, at Tennova Primary Care - Jefferson. "Since the seasons are predictable, there are lifestyle habits that can be adopted in advance of a seasonal change to help reduce symptoms or that can be implemented when they occur."
Besola suggests these simple habits for reducing symptoms of SAD:
Go outside: Continue enjoying activities outside during the day regardless of the season to increase your exposure to sunlight. Some people also benefit from using a light therapy box which can mimic sunlight inside.
Get Vitamin D: Incorporate Vitamin D into your diet from sources other than sunlight such as a supplement or foods like salmon, egg yolks and mushrooms.
Exercise: Regular exercise is proven to help reduce common symptoms of SAD, including anxiety and stress. And, just 2.5 hours of exercise each week can reduce the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease and high blood pressure.
Socialize: People with SAD may not feel like engaging in social activities, but making an effort to spend time with family and friends - and even asking them for support - can help.
Seek help: If lifestyle changes don't help and symptoms persist, speak with a healthcare provider. Physicians and mental health professionals can assist in creating the right treatment plan for you.
Besola says "It's normal to have some days when you feel down. But if it continues for days and it is difficult to find motivation to do your normal day to day activities, you should see your health care provider." | eng | c3e42715-099b-4fa1-8495-70962c7c998a | https://www.tennovajefferson.com/news-room/simple-lifestyle-habits-could-help-combat-seasonal-18497 |
Must I Date A Co-Worker?
Fellas, there's two types of women you should never date: the next-door neighbors along with your work colleagues. Exactly Why? Simply because they understand where to find girls to fuck you happen to live as well as learn in which you function! That isn't great news when you date a woman and determine there's no expect you as a couple of.
Nothing is even worse than being required to face your partner on a daily basis at locations that must certanly be protected, calm and drama-free. Positive, you'll keep on some torrid romance with a co-worker, however these interactions hardly ever function. Then you are forced to feel unpleasant surrounding this individual.
Quickly enough, you'll dread transporting the sofa out of bed each morning to attend work, and you'll give consideration to discovering an innovative new job completely.
In the meantime, workplace romances cause interruptions, resentments and a broad sense of disruption towards work environment planet. Sure, that hot girl in bookkeeping is likely to be providing you a person's eye, but simply take a pass. You are going to give thanks to me personally over time. | eng | 7a9d47e7-b421-418d-b851-2306cf4e6203 | http://promomalawi.com/must-i-date-a-co-worker/ |
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When Caregiving Leads to PTSD
Most of us associate post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with veterans of war, but new studies are finding that a person doesn't have to be a soldier to experience the condition.
PTSD is a psychiatric disorder characterized by failure to recover after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Sadly, PTSD is a common problem with over 3 million cases per year in the US alone. While is it a treatable condition that sometimes resolves within months, it can last for years, with triggers that can bring back memories of the trauma accompanied by intense emotional and physical reactions.
Symptoms of PTSD can include nightmares or flashbacks, avoidance of situations that bring back the trauma, heightened reactivity to stimuli, anxiety, or depressed mood. Treatment options include different forms of psychotherapy, group therapy, ands medications to manage symptoms.
How Caregiving Can Cause PTSD
PTSD sometimes develops in a person who has experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event. When people experience a traumatic event, it's common to be impacted by it with a range of thoughts, feelings and emotions. However, people with PTSD don't recover from this initial trauma. It doesn't have to be triggered by a dangerous event. Many people experience PTSD after the death of a loved one or another emotionally challenging experience, such as long term caregiving of a loved.
The chances of an individual developing PTSD after a long period of caregiving depend on a number of factors. The following are some of the things that may influence this:
The length of time of caregiving
The nature of the relationship between caregiver and patient
The level of chronic pain in the patient
The patient's diagnosis as well as prognosis
The level of financial and emotional support of both the caregiver and the patient
There are other risk factors for PTSD in caregivers that are more commonly found in PTSD, such as:
Living through dangerous events and traumas
Seeing another person hurt, or seeing a dead bodySeeking Treatment for PTSD
If you think you may be experiencing PTSD, begin by talking with your family doctor. If you aren't ready to seek formal treatment, there are still some things you can do. Begin by reducing stress with exercise and look for comforting situations can help you feel more supported. Ask for some help from family and friends, particularly with situations trigger your symptoms. It can also help to try to be more realistic about what you can accomplish each day. Try breaking up projects into small tasks, and accept that you can't possible do absolutely everything.
It can also help to recognize that for most people ongoing caregiver is physically, emotionally, mentally exhausting and financially draining as well. This is especially true for adult children who take care of parents with dementia or another severe disability. In many cases, the caregiver feels an extreme amount of pressure and guilt to provide constant care, but powerless to stop the debilitating condition of their loved one.
PTSD doesn't go away overnight, but it can get better. In most cases, the best way to treat PTSD is with therapy. Depending on the caregiver's situation, that could be private, group or family therapy sessions. Other helpful things include meditation, massage therapy and other self-care measures. Ultimately, the best way to treat PTSD is to recognize the symptoms and exercise self-awareness. Remember that self-care should always come first so that you are in the best emotional and psychical shape to take care of your loved one and prevent conditions like PTSD. | eng | a2f7922c-c119-496d-92fc-11679df949df | https://drrandifredricks.com/when-caregiving-leads-to-ptsd/ |
The Hidden Dangers in Your Tap: Unmasking the 'Forever Chemicals' in U.S. Drinking Water
Imagine this: You've just finished a grueling workout, and you're parched. You head to the kitchen, fill a glass with water from your tap, and take a long, satisfying gulp. But what if I told you that the water you're drinking might be doing more harm than good?
A recent government study has revealed a shocking truth: nearly half of all faucets in the U.S. are likely dispensing water contaminated with potentially harmful chemicals. These chemicals, known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), are often referred to as 'forever chemicals' due to their persistent nature. They don't break down easily and can accumulate in our bodies over time, potentially leading to adverse health effects.
The study, which was conducted by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), tested water samples from 44 sites in 31 states and Washington D.C. The results were alarming: PFAS were detected in 20 of the 44 sites tested, including in major metropolitan areas like Miami, Philadelphia, and New York City.
But what does this mean for you? PFAS have been linked to a variety of health issues, including hormone disruption, immune system issues, and even certain types of cancer. The fact that they're present in our drinking water is a cause for concern.
So, what can we do about it? The first step is awareness. By understanding the risks associated with PFAS and other contaminants in our water, we can make informed decisions about the water we drink and use in our homes.
And finally, if you found this article informative and helpful, please consider sharing it with your friends and family. The more we spread awareness about this issue, the more we can collectively work towards a solution.
As a parting thought, I'd like to leave you with this: Water is the essence of life. It's our responsibility to ensure that the water we consume is as clean and safe as possible. If you're interested in exploring water filtration solutions, I invite you to check out my range of water filter cartridges and smart drinking water appliances. They're designed to provide you with clean, safe, and great-tasting water, right from your tap.
Stay hydrated, stay healthy, and remember: Knowledge is power. Let's use it to make our water safer.
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Art Smart Whitefield Students
The art journey at Whitefield is an exciting adventure. It starts with what our art teachers describe as "directed creativity." Mrs. Heather Huettner and Mr. Matt Appling, art teachers, start to shape and mold students' natural creativity in the earliest grades. They introduce them to the concept of having a goal for their artwork, and a balance between the project's concept and creative choice. This sets students up to begin learning the real fundamentals of art theory.
First and foremost, the students experiment with many kinds of art-making materials and techniques. For example, Pre-Kindergartner Tate enjoyed using pipe cleaners to dot white paint onto dark blue paper to create nothing less than stars in the night sky! Rachelle, 1st grader, tells how she enjoyed using pastels to draw apples. And Campbell, 2nd grader, says that his favorite project was making a fish out of clay to go in the triarama they made.
As well as this, art history is incorporated for these youngest students. For instance, the work of Brazilian artist, Romero Britto, inspired these amazingly colorful creations. Second graders commented on the project: "We got to draw with our scissors," Emilyn says. Tirzah stated, 'I liked doing the shapes and the bright colors. I chose the colors myself." And Jeremiah added, "I liked that we got to use not just the sun but lots of our imagination."
Each year, Mrs Huettner does a collaborative project with the second grade classroom teachers. Describing this year's project, she says, "2nd graders learned a bit about Eric Carle, prepared textured papers, and then made book covers for the animal research project they are doing in their classrooms." [See 2nd Grade class pictured with book covers at the top of this post.]
In conclusion, while unstructured creativity is certainly essential to a child's development, similar to unstructured play in the form of recess, Art class is a really special time in a student's week when they have an artist-teacher who builds their "mental toolbox," giving them all kinds of new ideas and skills that they can put to use now and for years to come. The art journey at Whitefield is a meaningful one that we wish for all children to have. | eng | 82c0ca8a-0de9-4c2b-b749-0b85686add28 | https://whitefieldacademykc.org/blog/whitefield-kids-are-art-smart/ |
Top 15 Dogs Breeds That Love to Dig
Dogs are one of the most beloved pets worldwide. They have been known for their intelligence, loyalty, and playful nature. However, not all dogs are the same; some breeds have a strong digging instinct that has been developed over centuries of breeding. In this article, we'll be discussing the top 15 dog breeds that love to dig.
Why do dogs dig?
Before we dive into the list, let's discuss why dogs dig. There are several reasons why dogs love to dig. Some dogs do it out of instinct, while others do it to relieve stress or boredom. For instance, Shelties and Border Collies are known for digging to relieve stress. On the other hand, Huskies, Malamutes, Chows, and other Spitz type dogs dig to create sleeping places to stay warm or cool off.
Without further ado, let's dive into our list of the top 15 dog breeds that love to dig.
#1 – Dachshund
Dachshunds are known for their love of digging. Originally bred for hunting small game, Dachshunds have a strong digging instinct that comes from their hunting heritage. They are small dogs with short legs, making them perfect for digging into small spaces.
Jack Russell Terriers are a small, energetic breed with a strong hunting instinct. They are known for their love of digging and are often used to hunt small rodents. They are incredibly active and need a lot of exercise to keep them happy and healthy.
Siberian Huskies are a breed that loves to dig. Originally bred to work in harsh Arctic conditions, they have a strong digging instinct that comes from their need to create shelter. They love to dig holes to keep themselves warm or cool, depending on the weather.
Cairn Terriers are a small breed with a strong digging instinct. They were originally bred in Scotland to hunt small game, and their love of digging comes from their hunting heritage. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Miniature Schnauzers are a small, energetic breed that loves to dig. They were originally bred in Germany to hunt small rodents and have a strong instinct for digging. They are intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Smooth Fox Terriers are a small breed that loves to dig. Originally bred in England to hunt small game, they have a strong instinct for digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Miniature Pinschers are a small breed with a strong digging instinct. They were originally bred in Germany to hunt small rodents and have a natural love of digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Rat Terriers are a small breed that loves to dig. They were originally bred in the United States to hunt small game and have a strong instinct for digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Scottish Terriers are a small breed with a strong digging instinct. Originally bred in Scotland to hunt small game, they have a natural love of digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Miniature Bull Terriers are a small, energetic breed that loves to dig. They were originally bred in England to fight in the pits, but today they are beloved pets that have a strong instinct for digging. They are active and require plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Australian Terriers are a small breed that loves to dig. They were originally bred in Australia to hunt small rodents and have a strong instinct for digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Norfolk Terriers are a small breed with a strong digging instinct. They were originally bred in England to hunt small game and have a natural love of digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Border Terriers are a small breed that loves to dig. They were originally bred in England to hunt small game and have a strong instinct for digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
Manchester Terriers are a small breed with a strong digging instinct. Originally bred in England to hunt small game, they have a natural love of digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
West Highland White Terriers, or Westies, are a small breed that loves to dig. They were originally bred in Scotland to hunt small rodents and have a strong instinct for digging. They are active and intelligent dogs that need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy.
In conclusion, dogs breeds that love to dig have a natural instinct for it that comes from their breeding history. While some dogs dig to relieve stress, others do it to create sleeping places or hunt small game. Understanding the breed's natural instincts is crucial when adopting a new dog, especially if you have a yard that they can dig in. If you're considering adopting a dog that loves to dig, make sure to give them plenty of exercise, mental stimulation, and provide them with an appropriate place to dig. With proper training and care, your digging dog can be a loving and well-behaved companion. | eng | dfeeea19-3a88-46f3-8327-a09693db7293 | https://ilovedogscute.com/funny-dogs/top-15-dogs-breeds-that-love-to-dig/ |
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Experts define focus as the act of concentrating your interest or activity on something. That's a somewhat boring definition, but there is an important insight hiding inside that definition. What is Focus? In order to concentrate on one thing you must, by default, ignore many other things. Here's a better way to put it:
1. : a point at which rays (as of light, heat, or sound) meet or from which they draw apart or appear to draw apart. especially : the point at which an image is formed by a mirror, lens, or optical system. 2. a. : focal length. b. : adjustment (as of the eye or binoculars) for clear vision. bring into focus.
Fortunately, focus is a lot like a mental muscle. The more you work on building it up, the stronger it gets. Improving your mental focus is achievable, but that doesn't mean that it's always quick and easy. If it was simple, then we would all have the razor-sharp concentration of an elite athlete.
to bring to a focus or into focus; cause to converge on a perceived point: to focus the lens of a camera. to concentrate: to focus one's thoughts; to focus troop deployment in the east. verb (used without object), fo·cused, fo·cus·ing or ( especially British ) fo·cussed, fo·cus·sing.
noun Definition of focus 1 as in center a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest in the 19th century Paris was the focus of the art world Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance center hub capital core mecca heart central locus base seat nucleus axis nexus eye ground zero headquarters epicenter navel cynosure
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Supply chain management is an essential aspect of any business that deals with the production and distribution of goods and services. It involves the coordination of all activities, from the acquisition of raw materials to the delivery of finished products to the end-user. To optimize the supply chain management process and minimize waste, businesses are implementing lean manufacturing principles. Lean manufacturing is a systematic approach that focuses on reducing waste and increasing efficiency by streamlining processes and improving quality. This approach has proven to be highly effective in improving supply chain management and is being adopted by many businesses worldwide. Implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management involves a complete overhaul of the existing processes, including redesigning the layout of the production facility, optimizing the flow of materials, and minimizing inventory levels. The goal is to create a more efficient and flexible system that can respond to changing market demands quickly. By eliminating waste, businesses can reduce costs, improve quality, and increase overall productivity. The implementation of lean manufacturing principles also involves the adoption of a continuous improvement culture, where employees are encouraged to identify areas of improvement and take proactive measures to address them. This approach not only improves supply chain management but also instills a sense of ownership and accountability among employees, leading to a more engaged and motivated workforce.
Lean Manufacturing is a production methodology that aims to eliminate waste and improve efficiency in the manufacturing process. It is a systematic approach to identifying and eliminating non-value-added activities, such as overproduction, waiting, transportation, excess inventory, overprocessing, defects, and unused talent. Lean Manufacturing encourages continuous improvement and emphasizes the importance of involving everyone in the organization in the process. It requires a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and innovation. By implementing Lean Manufacturing, companies can reduce costs, improve quality, shorten lead times, increase productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction. It is a powerful tool for supply chain management, as it helps to optimize the flow of materials, information, and services across the entire value chain.
Lean manufacturing is an essential aspect of supply chain management as it aims to optimize the entire production process by eliminating waste and increasing efficiency. By implementing lean principles, companies can improve their inventory management, reduce lead times, and enhance customer satisfaction. In essence, lean manufacturing is all about ensuring that every step in the production process adds value to the final product, and that no resources are wasted in the process. This approach can help companies reduce costs, increase productivity, and improve their competitive advantage in the market. Furthermore, by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and empowering employees to identify areas for improvement, companies can create a more responsive and agile supply chain that is better equipped to meet the ever-changing demands of the market.
The objective of this article is to provide insights into how lean manufacturing principles can be implemented in supply chain management to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance customer value. The article discusses the key principles of lean manufacturing, including continuous improvement, waste reduction, and value creation, and how these principles can be applied in supply chain management. It also highlights the benefits of lean manufacturing in supply chain management, such as improved quality, increased productivity, and reduced lead times. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of collaboration and communication among supply chain partners to successfully implement lean manufacturing principles.
Understanding Lean Manufacturing Principles
Lean Manufacturing Principles are a set of methodologies applied to maximize productivity and eliminate waste in manufacturing processes. The primary goal of lean manufacturing is to create value for customers through the efficient use of resources. The core principles of lean manufacturing include continuous improvement, waste reduction, and value creation. By implementing lean manufacturing principles, organizations can improve their competitiveness, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction. Lean manufacturing principles are critical in supply chain management as they ensure that the supply chain runs efficiently and effectively. The implementation of lean manufacturing principles in supply chain management requires a systematic approach. First, it is essential to identify and eliminate waste in the supply chain. This includes eliminating unnecessary steps in the production process, reducing inventory, and minimizing defects. Second, it is crucial to improve the flow of materials and information in the supply chain. This involves ensuring that materials are delivered to the right place at the right time, and relevant information is shared among stakeholders. Finally, it is vital to empower employees to identify and solve problems in the supply chain. By implementing lean manufacturing principles, organizations can create a culture of continuous improvement that drives innovation and growth.
Lean Manufacturing is a production philosophy that aims to eliminate waste and improve efficiency by focusing on continuous improvement and customer value. The principles of Lean Manufacturing include identifying value from the customer's perspective, mapping the value stream, creating flow, establishing pull, and pursuing perfection. By identifying the value to the customer, the organization can focus on eliminating any processes or activities that do not add value, reducing waste, and improving efficiency. The flow of materials and information is optimized to minimize delays, waiting times, and defects, while the pull system ensures that materials and resources are only used when needed. Pursuing perfection involves continually improving processes, products, and services to meet customer needs and exceed their expectations. By implementing Lean Manufacturing principles in supply chain management, organizations can reduce costs, improve quality, and increase customer satisfaction.
Lean manufacturing is a methodology that has proven to be highly beneficial in supply chain management. It is a systematic approach to minimize waste, maximize efficiency, and optimize the production process. One of the most significant advantages of lean manufacturing is a reduction in costs. By eliminating waste and streamlining the production process, businesses can significantly reduce their expenses and increase their profit margins. Additionally, lean manufacturing leads to improved quality control through the implementation of standardized processes. This results in higher customer satisfaction and increased customer loyalty. Furthermore, lean manufacturing encourages employee involvement and empowerment, leading to a more engaged and motivated workforce. Overall, integrating lean manufacturing into supply chain management can lead to increased efficiency, reduced costs, improved quality, and a more engaged workforce, all of which contribute to the success and sustainability of a business.
Implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management can significantly improve the overall efficiency and productivity of the supply chain. Lean Manufacturing principles aim to eliminate waste, increase productivity, and improve quality by focusing on continuous improvement. By implementing Lean Manufacturing in the supply chain, companies can reduce lead times, increase delivery speed, and minimize inventory levels. This approach also enables companies to identify and eliminate unnecessary activities, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. By eliminating waste and increasing efficiency, Lean Manufacturing can help businesses to achieve a competitive advantage and improve their bottom line. Overall, implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management can help organizations to streamline their operations, improve quality, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Implementation of Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management
Lean manufacturing is a methodology that emphasizes the elimination of waste and the delivery of value to the customer. When implemented within the context of supply chain management, lean manufacturing can have a profound impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization's operations. By identifying and reducing waste in the supply chain, organizations can improve their ability to respond to customer demand, reduce lead times, and improve overall profitability. One of the key principles of lean manufacturing is the concept of continuous improvement. This requires a commitment to ongoing analysis of the supply chain process, with a focus on identifying areas of inefficiency and waste. Through the implementation of lean tools and techniques, such as value stream mapping, just-in-time inventory management, and Kanban systems, organizations can streamline their supply chain operations and improve the flow of materials and information. This not only leads to increased efficiency and reduced costs but also provides a competitive advantage in today's fast-paced global marketplace.
Implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management involves several critical steps. The first step is to identify the core business processes that need improvement and eliminate waste from these processes. Once the processes have been defined, the second step is to map out the value stream and identify the areas where value can be added. The third step is to establish a culture of continuous improvement by fostering collaboration and communication between all stakeholders. The fourth step is to optimize the supply chain by reducing lead times, improving quality, and increasing flexibility. Finally, it is important to measure and analyze performance metrics to ensure that the lean manufacturing initiatives are achieving the desired results. By following these steps, companies can successfully implement lean manufacturing in their supply chain management and achieve significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management is a challenging task for many organizations. One of the main challenges is the resistance to change. Lean Manufacturing requires a complete overhaul of traditional manufacturing processes, and this can be met with resistance from employees who are used to working in a particular way. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing requires a significant investment in training and development, which can be expensive and time-consuming. Another challenge is the need for a cultural shift within an organization. Lean Manufacturing requires a culture of continuous improvement, and this can be difficult to achieve in organizations that are not used to this way of working. Finally, implementing Lean Manufacturing requires a significant level of collaboration and communication between different departments and suppliers, and this can be a challenge to achieve in organizations that are used to working in silos.
Implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management can be a challenging task due to various factors such as resistance to change, lack of proper training, and inadequate communication. However, there are several solutions to overcome these challenges. First, companies can provide adequate training to employees to ensure they understand the lean principles and can implement them effectively. Second, it is essential to have effective communication channels in place to ensure everyone is aligned and aware of the changes. Third, companies can provide incentives and rewards to motivate employees to embrace the changes. Finally, companies can engage in continuous improvement to ensure the lean principles are consistently applied and refined over time. By implementing these solutions, companies can overcome the challenges of implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management and achieve significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Implementing Lean Manufacturing is an effective approach to optimize supply chain management, which has numerous benefits. Firstly, it helps to reduce waste and improve production efficiency, thus enabling enterprises to meet customer demands in a timely and cost-effective manner. Lean Manufacturing also helps to improve product quality, as it eliminates defects and errors, which can result in costly recalls and reputational damage. This approach also helps to increase inventory turnover, which is essential in reducing the carrying costs of inventory. With Lean Manufacturing, enterprises can produce goods just in time, which reduces the amount of inventory that needs to be stored. As a result, enterprises can optimize their supply chain operations and reduce overall costs. Another benefit of implementing Lean Manufacturing in supply chain management is that it helps to improve communication and collaboration between different organizational departments. This approach encourages cross-functional teams to work together, which fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. By promoting teamwork and collaboration, enterprises can identify and resolve issues more quickly, which helps to reduce lead times and improve customer satisfaction. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing helps to create a culture of accountability, as employees are encouraged to take ownership of their work and continuously look for ways to improve. As a result, enterprises can foster a culture of innovation, which helps to drive growth and competitiveness in today's fast-paced marketplace.
Reducing lead time is a key aspect of implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management. Lead time is the time it takes for a product to move through the entire production process, from raw materials to finished product. By reducing lead time, manufacturers can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction. This can be achieved through various strategies such as improving inventory management, optimizing production processes, and streamlining communication and collaboration between different teams. By implementing lean principles, organizations can achieve a more responsive and agile supply chain, which is essential in today's fast-paced business environment. Ultimately, reducing lead time can help companies gain a competitive edge and drive long-term success.
Implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management is essential to increase efficiency and productivity. The concept of lean manufacturing is all about eliminating waste and reducing non-value adding activities. By adopting this approach, companies can streamline their operations, reduce lead times, and improve quality. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of productivity, as resources are utilized more effectively, and output is increased. By focusing on continuous improvement, companies can drive efficiencies and maximize their output, resulting in a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Overall, implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management can have a significant impact on a company's bottom line, and is a crucial component of any successful business strategy.
Cost savings is one of the most significant benefits of implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management. By eliminating waste and improving efficiency, companies can save money on labor, materials, and other expenses. Lean principles focus on continuous improvement, which means that companies are always looking for ways to streamline their processes and reduce costs. This approach can lead to significant savings over time, making it a valuable strategy for companies looking to improve their bottom line. Additionally, by reducing costs, companies can become more competitive and better able to offer their products at competitive prices, which can help them gain market share and increase their profits. Overall, cost savings is a critical component of lean manufacturing and can have a significant impact on a company's success.
Implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management can result in improved quality by reducing waste and increasing efficiency. By eliminating unnecessary steps in the production process, manufacturers can focus on delivering products that meet or exceed customer expectations. Lean principles emphasize continuous improvement and involve all employees in identifying and addressing issues that affect product quality. This approach promotes a culture of quality and helps ensure that every product leaving the factory meets the highest standards. As a result, businesses can increase customer satisfaction, reduce returns and complaints, and build a reputation for delivering high-quality products. Ultimately, implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management can help businesses achieve sustainable growth and long-term success.
Enhanced customer satisfaction is one of the most important benefits of implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management. By streamlining processes and eliminating waste, companies are able to deliver products to customers more efficiently, with fewer errors and defects. This not only reduces costs, but also increases customer satisfaction, as customers receive their products faster and with a higher degree of quality. Additionally, Lean Manufacturing allows companies to be more responsive to customer needs and demands, as they are able to quickly adapt to changes in the market and customer preferences. By increasing customer satisfaction, companies are able to build stronger relationships with their customers, which can lead to increased loyalty and repeat business. Overall, implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management is a key strategy for improving customer satisfaction and driving business success.
Lean Manufacturing is a methodology that aims to eliminate waste and improve efficiency in the manufacturing process. Many companies have successfully implemented Lean Manufacturing in their Supply Chain Management to reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction. One such company is Toyota, which is known for being the pioneer of Lean Manufacturing. Toyota implemented Lean Manufacturing in its Supply Chain Management in the 1950s, and it has been a major contributor to its success ever since. The company has a culture of continuous improvement, where all employees are encouraged to identify and eliminate waste. This has resulted in a highly efficient supply chain that is able to produce high-quality products at a low cost. Another example of successful implementation of Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management is Caterpillar Inc. Caterpillar is a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, and it has been able to reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction by implementing Lean Manufacturing in its supply chain. The company has implemented a Lean Six Sigma program that focuses on identifying and eliminating waste in the manufacturing process. This has resulted in a reduction in lead times, improved quality, and a reduction in costs. Caterpillar has also implemented a pull-based system, where production is based on customer demand. This has helped the company to reduce inventory levels and improve responsiveness to customer demand.
Case study 1 is a prime example of how implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management can lead to increased efficiency and cost savings. The case study focuses on a furniture company that was struggling with long lead times, high inventory levels, and low on-time delivery rates. By implementing lean manufacturing principles such as value stream mapping, pull systems, and continuous improvement, the company was able to streamline their processes, reduce waste, and improve their on-time delivery rates from 60% to 95%. This resulted in a reduction in inventory levels by 30% and an increase in overall profitability. The case study highlights the importance of implementing lean manufacturing strategies in supply chain management to stay competitive in today's fast-paced business environment.
Case study 2 exemplifies the successful implementation of lean manufacturing principles in supply chain management. The case study focuses on a company that produces automotive parts and faced significant challenges in meeting customer demand due to high levels of waste and inefficiencies in their production processes. By adopting lean manufacturing practices, the company was able to eliminate waste, reduce lead times, and increase productivity. The case study highlights the importance of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and a customer-focused approach in implementing lean manufacturing principles. The company was able to achieve significant cost savings, improve product quality, and increase customer satisfaction, thereby enhancing its competitive position in the market.
Case study 3 is a prime example of the successful implementation of lean manufacturing in supply chain management. The company, a global manufacturer of consumer goods, faced challenges such as long lead times, high inventory levels, and low productivity. They adopted a lean approach by focusing on waste reduction, standardizing processes, and implementing continuous improvement. The company also collaborated closely with its suppliers to streamline the supply chain and reduce lead times. As a result, they were able to reduce inventory levels by 40%, improve productivity by 30%, and achieve a 95% on-time delivery rate. The success of this implementation demonstrates the effectiveness of lean manufacturing in supply chain management and highlights the importance of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Lean Manufacturing is a crucial tool in Supply Chain Management that helps organizations reduce waste and enhance efficiency. It is a systematic approach that aims to eliminate non-value-added activities from the production process, thereby increasing productivity and profitability. Lean Manufacturing emphasizes continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and teamwork. By implementing Lean principles, organizations can achieve greater flexibility, responsiveness, and agility in their supply chain operations. This approach focuses on creating value for customers by minimizing waste, reducing lead times, and optimizing inventory levels. It helps organizations to enhance their competitive advantage, improve their bottom line, and meet the changing demands of customers. Therefore, implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management is critical for organizations to achieve operational excellence and sustain their growth in the long run.
The article \Implementing Lean Manufacturing in Supply Chain Management\ discusses the benefits and challenges of implementing lean manufacturing principles in the supply chain. The key takeaways from the article include the importance of identifying and eliminating waste, streamlining processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs, and creating a culture of continuous improvement. The article also emphasizes the need for effective communication and collaboration among supply chain partners to successfully implement lean manufacturing principles. Furthermore, it highlights the role of technology in supporting lean supply chain management practices and the need for ongoing training and education to ensure successful implementation and sustainability of lean practices. Overall, the article provides valuable insights for organizations looking to optimize their supply chain operations and gain a competitive advantage in today's dynamic business environment.
In today's highly competitive business environment, it has become increasingly important to optimize the supply chain operations to remain profitable and stay ahead of the competition. Implementing Lean Manufacturing principles can help organizations achieve this goal by reducing waste, improving efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Therefore, it is essential for companies to take a call to action and implement Lean Manufacturing in their supply chain management practices to streamline the processes, reduce costs, and improve overall business performance. With the right strategies and implementation approach, companies can reap the benefits of Lean Manufacturing and gain a competitive advantage in the market.
Conclusion
In conclusion, implementing lean manufacturing in supply chain management can bring significant benefits to organizations. Through implementing lean methodologies, companies can reduce waste, increase efficiency, and improve overall quality. This can result in lower costs, faster delivery times, and a better customer experience. However, it is important for organizations to approach lean implementation with caution and ensure that it aligns with their specific business goals and needs. A successful implementation requires a strong commitment from leadership, a culture of continuous improvement, and a focus on collaboration and communication throughout the supply chain. By embracing lean manufacturing principles, companies can achieve a competitive advantage in their industry and drive sustainable growth in the long term. | eng | 12aad413-d9a2-49ae-bc8e-4da62946ded6 | https://mechanitec.ca/implementing-lean-manufacturing-supply-chain-management/ |
Dhamma Letter No. 102
Satipatthana 26: Kayanupassana 몸관찰17 : Reflection on Repulsiveness 2
Dhamma Letter No. 102
Here, the word against disgust (repulsiveness) refers to the realm of wisdom outside the world. It changes the way you look at the world.
Earlier, in Dhamma Letter no. 23, the three stages of happiness were discussed. It means seeing the limits of the material world and not contenting the joy which is called the first stage of happiness through the fulfillment of desires.
The second stage of happiness, which is beyond the world of desire, can be said to be viewed from the perspective of pursuing a peaceful mind that comes from the experience of meditation in the microscopic material world or the immaterial spiritual world. It is a view from the point of view of the spiritual world that seeks to break freefrom the rough state of material desires, the root of suffering.
It is an observation that can lead to the wisdom that can be viewed in the realm of pure spirituality beyond the world of rough material. Since the ultimate goal of Buddhism is to achieve Nibbana (Ultimate happiness: Dhamma letter no. 56), it can be recognized that happiness in the first stage driven by worldly desires is inevitably impermanent and unsatisfactory.This reflective meditation can be very helpful when there is a volition to reach a higher state than the blissful sensation of a rough stage.
By observing the unclean parts of the body, we can recognize the animal and material elements of humans.
When observing each part, you can know the discomfort or disease caused by imbalance through the sensory feeling of the body, and you can expand the area of treatment yourself. By understanding your body, you can observe yourself objectively and find the right balance.
When you intensively observe how your body is structured and what phenomena it creates, you can put away your attachment to your body and recreate yourself in a peaceful state.
Therefore, this is a part connected to the next observation of the four elements of matter and meditation on death.
In the next Dhamma Letter, I will introduce Samatha and Vipassana meditation in short through observation of 32 parts of the body.
To be continued...
May you cultivate your Sati continuously (Samma-Viriya)!
May you develop the wisdom | eng | 965208c7-84ef-47ae-a549-ec0a485c25ee | https://www.dhammaletter.com/p/dhamma-letter-no-102 |
What is the Best Wallet to Sell Bitcoin?
Cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin are now the talk of most global investors. Bitcoin has lived to surprise many people because of the endless benefits it provides to its users. As a bitcoin investor, you might ask yourself, "What is the best wallet to sell bitcoin?" There are a lot of good local crypto wallets that you can choose from.
By now, you've probably figured out how cryptocurrencies work. They do not exist physically, and that's why you need a wallet to store them. A bitcoin wallet is a software application that allows you to store your coins for future investments.
Nakitcoins Wallet
If you are wondering, "What is the best wallet to sell bitcoin?" Then you are in the right place. Safety is one thing that should not concern you when using a Nakitcoins wallet. The support team is always available to their users and offer the best services online. Furthermore, if you are an international investor, you should choose the NakitCoins wallet mainly because they operate in various countries, making it easy for you to trade globally.
Monero Wallet
When considering the question, "What is the best wallet to sell bitcoin?" Monero Wallet should be top of your list. It has the best support systems for any Why BSV investor, which helps them understand the market well. To top it off, it's easy to use and manage. With just a few clicks you can successfully transfer and lock the coins, hence making it the best wallet to sell bitcoin.
Coinbase Wallet
The third factor that should answer the question 'What is the best place to sell bitcoin?' is the Coinbase Wallet. This is considered to be the best wallet for new investors. Once you have downloaded the app on your device, you can easily navigate and learn how to use it. These factors alone rank Coinbase wallet as the best wallet to sell Bitcoin.
Electrum Wallet
Just like Monero wallet, this is a local crypto wallet that's reputable enough to answer your question, 'What is the best place to sell bitcoin?' It's not a new application and has ran for quite some time now, making it the best for advanced bitcoin investors. As a newbie, using this wallet might be hard at first, but as time goes on you will find it easier.
Exodus Wallet
This is a local cryptocurrency wallet that will certainly answer your question, 'What is the best wallet to sell bitcoin?' It is not only safe to use but also operates in most countries. Once you have successfully logged into the app, you will be given security keys, similar to passwords, to help you protect your wallet from malicious events such as theft.
Conclusion
Investing in cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin is a great opportunity that should not be taken for granted. A bitcoin wallet is a fundamental component that every bitcoin investor should be aware of. If you are new to bitcoin, the article above will give you a list of the best bitcoin wallets to choose from. | eng | 9d563642-0a9e-423c-836b-6b21314f15bd | https://onhaxme.com/what-is-the-best-wallet-to-sell-bitcoin/ |
anyoneWhen your children are learning to speak, it can come out and grunts,
screams, or yells.
This can make it hard to understand them. To help them through this tough
time, start by getting on their level. Look them in the eyes and reassure
them that it is okay to get frustrated. Then ask them to use their words
with please, thank you, and excuse me. These three basic phrases set a
foundation for the language you will share between you and your child. Just
remember… Repeat, repeat, repeat. Stay with their consistent
repetition. You might grow tired of it, but to your two-year-old, it's
the routine they need to develop | eng | c711b409-58f0-4f76-82ea-77e675f6c243 | http://www.readingaddictionvbt.com/2023/11/ |
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Kevin Silvestre
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Kevin Silvestre
Kevin Silvestre
13,561 Points
November 12, 2013 5:04am
Ok. "ul" is the unordered list. The ".nav "part is referring to the name of a class, and the last part "li" refers to the list items of that list. In summary, the statement ul.nav li is targeting all the list items inside the unordered list that has the .nav class applied. | eng | 8e901bf4-5e72-4009-b5db-01da554f1c13 | https://teamtreehouse.com/community/i-dont-understand-the-meaning-of-ulnav-li |
Learning in the Community
The Jewish Russian Community Centre
By ADMIN - October 12 2015
By Elizabeth Merchant
originally published in the 2015 Spring Issue
The Jewish Russian Community Centre (JRCC), which operates
branches including in Toronto, Thornhill and as far away as Ottawa, serves as a
support system for Russians of the Jewish faith from the former Soviet Union.
It offers a number of educational, spiritual and community services.
"A variety of classes are ongoing every week. There are a variety of courses including prayer and the Torah, as well as lectures and courses before the holidays."
Rabbi Mendel Zaltzman, Administration and Development for the East Thornhill branch of the JRCC.
Many programs tie in with Jewish holidays such as the
Pre-Rosh Hashana event, public Menorah lightings and the Purim Banquet and
community parties. According to the mandate stated at this location's website,
"[Their] services are offered to the whole community, and they plan to offer
more individual help and more programs for their local community." If you do
not see a class that you are interested in, you can suggest it! Adult education
programs are offered mainly in spiritual teachings such as Chassidus, Parsha,
Kabbalah and Jewish Philosophy. Classes are offered in both English and Russian
There are upcoming programs for women and fun
events such as picnics and concerts and the annual BBQ. For more information,
visit the JRCC's website at
Poem of the month
Gathered Stones by Cora Coralina
By HEESUN KOH - September 22 2023
The Jewish Russian Community Centre (JRCC), which operates branches including in Toronto, Thornhill and as far away as Ottawa, serves as a support system for Russians of the Jewish faith from the former Soviet Union.
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The Jewish Russian Community Centre (JRCC), which operates branches including in Toronto, Thornhill and as far away as Ottawa, serves as a support system for Russians of the Jewish faith from the former Soviet Union | eng | 4012f7b9-b526-48f7-a09f-47b2296e8066 | https://learningcurves.org/the-jewish-russian-community-centre/ |
February 7, 2023
Should You Use a Savings or CD Account for Some of Your Retirement Money?
Does some of your retirement money belong in CDs and savings accounts? Learn why and how savings and CD account interest rates are finally going up.
The cardinal rule about investing for retirement is to keep your hands off your money until you're retired.
When you invest in your retirement, you're investing for the long run. You put money in your 401(k) and other retirement accounts with the idea that you'll be able to ride out the normal highs and lows that come with investing money.
While you should always keep an eye on any of your investments, it's important to not take money out of your retirement if you see some of your investments lose money. That's because your annual return will be based on your average return over a period of time.
You give your accounts a chance to rebound and then when you retire, you've still made a good return on your investment.
You may be wondering, however, if you should start diverting some of your retirement money to a savings or CD account.
Here are some things to consider.
Interest Rates and Retirement
The Federal Reserve, our nation's central bank in charge of the money supply, has been raising its target interest rate on a fairly regular basis as of late.
The Fed has indicated a commitment to continue raising the target interest rate as needed in order to curb inflation and keep prices from rising further.
Why Does the Fed Raise Interest Rates?
One of those ways is that the rate you can earn on interest-bearing accounts and products will rise as well.
Just a few years ago, the average rate of interest on a five-year CD was just under 1% but quickly fell by half, and eventually bottomed out at .24%. Rates on CDs are now on the way back up, and many banks are vying for your business by offering some smashing APY deals on CDs and savings accounts.
Comparing Interest Rates
Most retirement savers hold a mixture of stocks and bonds in their 401(k)s and IRAs. These are appropriate for long-term investors because they provide the opportunity for growth that often outpaces inflation over time.
Even the most consistent investments experience gains and losses on a regular basis. You wouldn't take all of your money out of your retirement account and put it into a savings account if your retirement account goes down because you're in it for the long run and these indices typically do well.
But what about putting some of your future earnings into a CD account where you could earn up to 3.5% or even more?
How does a CD APY Compare to Other Investment Vehicles?
As with any investment, CD and savings account rates can go up or down anytime based on the interest rate set by the Fed. But when you purchase a CD, you are guaranteed that interest rate for the life of the CD.
This means that if you purchase a five-year CD at 3.7% interest, you are guaranteed to earn this amount on your money.
Does that mean you should shift your retirement savings into things like CDs or savings accounts now? You shouldn't do it just because rates have moved up. You need to consider how these accounts fit into your retirement plan.
It makes sense to keep a portion of your retirement savings in short-term liquid assets even when the interest isn't very high.
A cash buffer helps cushion your portfolio from the need to take withdrawals when the market drops as it has done this year.
But some retirement savers have been reluctant to hold very much of their money in liquid accounts when interest rates are low because they feel that they are missing out on better opportunities.
Why Hold Some of Your Retirement Funds in CDs or Savings Accounts?
There are some compelling reasons to keep some of your retirement savings in CDs and savings accounts. We explore some of those reasons below.
Protection From Market Volatility
If you're near or at retirement, even temporary market volatility could be a big concern when you are taking distributions in retirement.
If you hold the entire amount of your retirement savings in market-based investments, you will need to withdraw from an investment even during periods of negative growth.
This won't necessarily ruin your retirement depending on how large your withdrawals are, but it could if your withdrawals take too much out of your portfolio. Either way, it's a risk that holding some amount of short-term money can mitigate.
Peace of Mind
There is an added psychological benefit of holding stable investments for short-term money too.
As an example, suppose you held one year's worth of spending in savings.
Knowing that money is there regardless of what happens can provide you with a significant amount of mental comfort.
Moreover, because you can withdraw from that money you won't worry as much about what the market is doing in the short term.
This could be the security you need to prevent you from making any knee-jerk or emotional decisions about your other investments that could hurt you in the long term.
Protection From Rising Rates
Rising interest rates can be good for savers in many ways, but they also negatively affect some existing fixed-rate investments like bonds.
That's because the price of those investments will fall in the secondary market.
Since bonds trade in a competitive market, existing bond prices drop because newly issued bonds will pay a higher rate. The longer the maturity term, the more significant the impact.
As an illustration, suppose you hold a bond that pays 5% interest and has 10 years remaining until maturity.
If the interest rate on newly issued bonds comparable to yours is 6%, the market price of your bond will fall to about $926 assuming it was valued at $1,000 par before the rate increase.
Note that this only reduces the current market price of your bond, not the repayment amount. If you hold the bond until maturity you'll still be repaid the full principal amount.
Short-term CDs and savings accounts don't react this way.
The rate on your savings account can increase as rates go up, and as your CDs mature you can reinvest them at higher rates.
Highly Liquid Funds
A simple but powerful reason is liquidity. Long-term investments like stocks, bonds, ETFs, and mutual funds aren't as liquid as CDs and savings accounts.
To access cash from these investments you first need to sell them. There may be commissions or other transaction fees to make this happen.
There's also a bid-ask spread. This means the price difference between what securities dealers offer to buy and purchase them for.
Normally, these fees are fairly small for actively traded instruments.
However, you still have to wait for settlement and then transfer the money from your trading account to your checking account.
The expenses, settlement, and transfer delays usually aren't a huge deal as long as you plan ahead but you still need to consider them.
Cash in savings accounts is instantly accessible. At a minimum, you should keep enough cash in liquid savings to cover emergencies.
Budget and Tax Flexibility
Accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs that are specifically designed for retirement savings are great tools. They shield your investments from taxation which can allow your savings to grow even further.
These accounts should generally be maximized when available.
However, they do have contribution limits.
If you are going to save beyond the capacity of tax-advantaged accounts then CDs or an increased savings account balance could be a good option.
When you have additional savings, it can make sense to hold your short-term money in savings accounts rather than inside the retirement account.
This leaves room in your tax-advantaged accounts for less tax-efficient and higher-interest investments.
Dos and Don'ts of Retirement Savings
As you're thinking about what to do with your retirement savings, here are a few key things to keep in mind.
Do These Things With Retirement Money
Don't Do These Things With Your Retirement Money
Some Savings Accounts to Consider
MoneyRates reviews savings accounts each month and provides a review that includes the current rate they offer.
Below are some of the accounts we've reviewed that offer higher-than-average APYs. You could use this as a starting point for your search.
UFB Direct – Requires a $10,000 minimum deposit, but also offers a higher interest rate as long as you stay above that balance. It offers online banking and charges no monthly fees.
Bread Savings – Simple account with limited features, but offers a good rate with no monthly fees for a low minimum balance of $100.
Citi Accelerate – Offers access to a large network of banks and ATMs in many locations. There is a monthly fee for balances under $500.
Marcus Goldman Sachs – Pays a competitive rate with no monthly fees and requires no minimum balance or initial deposit. One drawback is that your account is only accessible online. It does not provide a debit or ATM card.
American Express High Yield – In addition to a decent yield and no monthly fee, it allows you to link your accounts at other banks to easily transfer cash.
What to Look For in a Savings Account
If you are looking for a savings account to deposit some of your retirement money into, keep these in mind:
Monthly Fees
These can vary widely depending on the financial institution. Some banks may charge a monthly fee if your account drops below a certain minimum amount during the month. Others may not charge a fee at all.
Withdrawals Limits
Each institution may impose a maximum number of withdrawals you can make over a certain period of time. Going over the limit might mean a fee or interest rate reduction.
Accessibility
Does the bank have branches conveniently located in the locations you frequent? What about ATMs? If you plan to access the money somewhat regularly these could be important factors.
Electronic Banking
Does the institution offer this? If the ability to access your account on the go is important to you don't assume this is available. Make sure to check before you open an account.
Deposit Insurance
A key benefit of deposit accounts is that they are protected by FDIC insurance. This is a federal program that provides up to $250,000 of coverage for you if the bank fails.
Interest Rate
This is probably the first thing you'll notice. Be sure to shop around and find the most competitive interest rate offered at an institution that provides the features you want.
Methodology
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In an organization, there are different parts that needs to measure before placing them in the Profit and Loss accounts. Each and every account has their share of roles to play in order to help grow the business. But this can also be different in some places. Assets are bought to be used but their lifetime value of usage is also depreciated. There are different methods involved to calculate the depreciation rate applied on those assets depending on different aspects. Learning revaluation with Revaluation Method Assignment Help is one of them. Come find us at myhomeworkhelp.com for complete support.
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Celebrating the wild places
KILAUEA — A week of exploration awaits birdwatchers, adventure junkies and history buffs at Kilauea Point for this year's National Wildlife Refuge Week. There's also a smorgasbord of information on conservation, as well as book signings and keiki activities, all
KILAUEA — A week of exploration awaits birdwatchers, adventure junkies and history buffs at Kilauea Point for this year's National Wildlife Refuge Week.
There's also a smorgasbord of information on conservation, as well as book signings and keiki activities, all in celebration of the nation's network of wildlife refuges.
"All national wildlife refuges around the country are celebrating this week with added activities to help draw attention to the mission of wildlife service," said Jennifer Waipa, of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Events are scheduled from Monday through Saturday.
Hiking Nihoku, also known as Crater Hill, is one of the activities planned for the week, and the refuge is offering two versions of the hike.
The first tour is set for Monday. It is led by Kim Rogers and goes out to Mokolea Point, the easternmost point on the refuge, where the red-tailed tropic birds nest. The hike also includes warehouse ruins of the Kilauea Plantation.
"That place is very important to the history of Kilauea Town, as it was the entry point for supplies as well as the landing for visitors and some of the plantation's immigrants," Waipa said.
Lindsay Young, project coordinator for Pacific Rim Conservation, will lead the second hike, set for Wednesday. Participants will go behind the island's first predator-proof fence enclosure to see artificial burrows of the recently translocated Newell's shearwaters.
"There might even be an opportunity to see them," Waipa said of the Newell's shearwater chicks.
Those who want to try their hand in a kayak instead can take a Friday tour up the Huleia River in conjunction with Outfitters Kauai, which is followed up with a visit to the Huleia National Wildlife Refuge, which is closed to the public.
"I call Huleia the gem in the middle of town," Waipa said, "as most people are unaware that there are incredible wetlands tucked behind the ridge at the back of Alekoko Fishpond."
Authors Hob Osterlund and Caren Lobel-Fried will be signing copies of their books on Saturday. Osterlund has written about the Laysan Albatross, and Lobel-Fried will be signing copies of her books "Hawaiian Legends of Dreams" and "Hawaiian Legends of the Guardian Spirits."
Information will be available on the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument and the Nene Habitat Conservation Plan, as well as info from the Kauai Invasive Species Committee, Save Our Shearwaters, and the Kauai Endangered Seabird Recovery Group.
The mission of the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is to allow for the balance and restoration of species through management practices, Waipa said. For example, ecosystem management and hunting programs can help provide clean air and water, prevent erosion and prevent flooding.
"Wild lands and the perpetuation of diverse and abundant wildlife are essential to our quality of life," Waipa said. "We are land stewards that try to instill an ethic of love and respect for our land and the community of life that comes with it."
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History of Walking in the Philippines 001
Taal Volcano is in the island of the Bombon Lake referred to above. The journey by the ordinary route from the capital would be about 60 miles. This volcano has been in an active state from time immemorial, and many eruptions have taken place with more or less effect. The first one of historical importance appears to have occurred in 1641; again in 1709 the crater vomited fire with a deafening noise; on September 21, 1716, it threw out burning stones and lava over the whole island from which it rises, but so far no harm had befallen the villagers in its vicinity. In 1731 from the waters of the lake three tall columns of earth and sand arose in a few days, eventually subsiding into the form of an island about a mile in circumference. In 1749 there was a famous outburst which dilacerated the coniform peak of the volcano, leaving the crater disclosed as it now is. Being only 850 feet high, it is remarkable as one of the lowest volcanoes in the world.
The last and most desolating of all the eruptions of importance occurred in the year 1754, when the stones, lava, ashes, and waves of the lake, caused by volcanic action, contributed to the utter destruction of the towns of Taal, Tanaúan, Sala, and Lipa, and seriously damaged property in Balayán, 15 miles away, whilst cinders are said to have reached Manila, 34 miles distant in a straight line. One writer says in his MS., compiled 36 years after the occurrence, that people in Manila dined with lighted candles at midday, and walked about the streets confounded and thunderstruck, clamouring for confession during the eight days that the calamity was visible. The author adds that the smell of the sulphur and fire lasted six months after the event, and was followed by malignant fever, to which half the inhabitants of the province fell victims. Moreover, adds the writer, the lake waters threw up dead alligators and fish, including sharks.
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Atsushi Nakajima Personality Type, MBTI
Atsushi Nakajima personality type is INFP, who is based on the old anime character of the same name. He is in the art club, where he expresses himself through his artwork, and he is always calm and collected, despite his emotional and flighty nature. Despite his outwardly calm and collected nature, he can be incredibly emotional and flighty, especially around his crush, Haruka Konno. He seems to be embarrassed by his behavior around her, as he is always afraid that he is going to freak her out if he gets too emotional or cute, and thus he will always try to keep a cool head around her.
Haruka Konno personality type is ENFP, who is based on the old anime character of the same name. She is in the literature club and she is a very energetic and flighty person, but also sweet and caring. She is also very good at understanding people and she has a good feeling for how they feel. However, she can be a bit flighty, especially around Atsushi. She gets frustrated with him when he tries to keep a cool head around her and she often tells him off for this.
Atsushi Nakajima (中島 敦, Nakajima Atsushi) is the main protagonist of the Bungo Stray Dogs manga and anime series. He is a member of the Armed Detective Agency who possesses the ability Beast Beneath the Moonlight.
Atsushi is enthusiastic and passionate, caring deeply about his fellow members of the Armed Detective Agency and for the well-being of civilians and of people in bad situations. During his entrance exam that all members must pass to join the Agency, he is faced with a simulated bomb threat. He uses his body to cover the bomb and shield the other members, whom he had never met. His traumatic past affects much of his daily life, and he is tormented with nightmares, flashbacks, and the internal monologue of the orphanage director who abused him. He also tends to react strongly and believe things at face value, trusting others' judgment above his own, even abandoning his own instincts. | eng | 2099b11c-f833-492b-b78a-50e464b6aff4 | https://personalitylist.com/profile/12229/bungou-stray-dogs/atsushi-nakajima/ |
Simply put, adaptive learning is an educational method that responds and changes to the need of the learner. Focusing on the interaction with the learner and delivering a customized experience and learning tools.
Adaptive Learning
Adaptive learning focuses on the interaction with the learner and delivering a customized experience and learning tools. To address the unique needs of each learner, adaptive training programs adjust the educational material and delivery according to students' learning needs, as indicated by their responses to questions, tasks, and experiences. The technology encompasses aspects derived from various fields of study, including computer science, AI, psychometrics, education, psychology, and brain science. Adaptive learning systems' primary application is in education, but another application is business training.
These systems have traditionally been divided into separate components or 'models' some including computerized adaptive training (CAT) allowing you to test a student's abilities and assess their level of competence. Some model requires you testing them when they first show up or years later to assess retention. But we believe adaptive training is so much more than that.
Responsive Training
Training should not only respond to your learning needs but it should also respond to the devices and places you are training in. This means training modules can be used interchangeably on different devices such as from desktop to mobile, which bring in the location factor.
When you think adaptive training in 2019, however, your mind goes to a much more technological place. Adapting to the needs of the learner through testing is great but what if training could respond to our needs in real time and react to actions performed, simulating a truly adaptive experience.
Adaptive learning has been driven by a realization that tailored learning cannot be achieved on a large-scale using traditional, non-adaptive approaches. These systems have to transform the learner from a passive receptor of information to collaborators in the educational process. Visual technology like Mixed Reality allows us to create scenarios that instantly respond to the actions of the learner. Performing regular knowledge checks allows for necessary remediation which identifies weaknesses, and allows us to readdresses them.
Implementations
In order to implement these changes in responsive training, we need a system in place to asses the skill level of the individual learner. At eCubed Training, learning management systems (LMS) have incorporated various adaptive learning features. Learningmanagement systems are a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting and delivery of educational courses, training programs, or learning and development programs.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary
How is cancer of unknown primary diagnosed?
Before CUP is diagnosed, you will usually see your GP, who will ask about your symptoms and medical history, examine you, send you for tests and refer you to a specialist doctor.
The specialist will arrange extra tests to work out whether you have primary or secondary cancer. If the tests show that the cancer is secondary, more tests will be done to try to find the primary cancer. The tests you have depend on your health and symptoms, the location of the secondary cancer and the suspected location of the primary cancer.
If the tests find where the cancer started, the cancer is no longer an unknown primary. It will then be treated like the primary cancer type. For example, bowel cancer that has spread to the liver will be given the treatment for advanced bowel cancer.
Tests used to find where the cancer started
blood and urine tests – samples of your blood and urine are sent to a laboratory to be checked for abnormal cells and chemicals called tumour markers
biopsy – a tissue sample is taken from a tumour, enlarged lymph node or bone marrow and sent to a laboratory for examination; tests on the sample can suggest the primary site
endoscopy – uses an instrument to look inside the body and take small tissue samples
imaging tests – x-rays, ultrasounds and other scans create images of the inside of the body; PET–CT scans have been shown to help find the primary site in new cases of CUP
A full blood count is a test that checks the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Blood tests can also show how well the kidneys and liver are working. Urine may be tested to look for any abnormal cells or bleeding that may be coming from the bladder or kidneys.
Tumour markers
In some cases, blood, urine or tissue samples may be tested for tumour markers. These are proteins made by some cancer cells. High levels of tumour markers may suggest cancer. However, other conditions can also raise the levels of tumour markers, and some people with cancer have normal levels. Tumour marker levels can't be used on their own to diagnose the primary cancer, but they may suggest certain types of cancer for your doctors to look for.
A biopsy is when doctors remove a sample of cells or tissue from an area of the body. A specialist doctor called a pathologist examines the sample under a microscope to look for signs of cancer and work out what type of cell is affected. This can point to where in the body the cancer may have started.
For a biopsy, you will usually have a local anaesthetic to numb the area. In some cases, you may need a general anaesthetic, which puts you to sleep.
Ways of taking biopsies
There are different ways of taking a biopsy and you may need more than one type. A biopsy is often done using an ultrasound or CT scan to guide the needle to the correct place. You might not have a biopsy if the cancer is too hard to reach or if you are too unwell for the procedure.
Common types of biopsies used to diagnose cancer include:
fine needle aspiration – removes cells using a thin needle
core biopsy – removes tissue using a hollow needle
incision biopsy – cuts out part of a tumour
excision biopsy – cuts out the whole tumour.
Tests on the biopsy sample
Using special stains (immunohistochemistry) – After the biopsy procedure, the sample will be sent to a laboratory, where a pathologist uses a series of stains on the sample. These stains may show changes in the cells or highlight markers (e.g. specific proteins) that are linked to certain types of cancer.
Looking at the molecular level – In some cases, you may be offered extra tests on the biopsy sample. These are called molecular or genomic tests, and they look for gene changes and other features in the cancer cells that may be causing them to multiply and grow. The results may suggest what the primary cancer is most likely to be and which targeted therapy drugs may work best to treat it.
Molecular testing for CUP is not covered by Medicare, which can make it expensive. Check what costs are involved and how helpful it would be. If you are having molecular testing as part of a clinical trial, the costs may be covered. Ask your cancer specialists for more information about these specialised tests.
This procedure is used to look inside the body for any abnormal areas. It is done with an endoscope – a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera on the end. The endoscope is put into the body through a natural opening (such as the mouth) or a small cut made by the surgeon. The camera projects images onto a monitor so the doctor can see inside the body. If they see something suspicious, they can also take a tissue sample (biopsy) using the endoscope.
Common types of endoscopy
bronchoscopy or endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) – checks the lungs or respiratory tract (airways); tube inserted through the mouth or nose.
sigmoidoscopy – checks the lower part of the colon (large bowel); tube inserted through the anus.
thoracoscopy – checks the lungs; tube inserted through a small cut in the chest.
These scans create images of the inside of your body and provide different types of information. Your doctors will recommend the most useful scans for your situation. Ask your doctor or imaging centre what you will have to pay and whether Medicare covers the cost.
Before having scans, tell the doctor if you have any allergies or have had a reaction to dyes during previous scans. You should also let them know if you have diabetes or kidney disease, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
X-ray
How it works – uses low-energy beams of radiation to create images of parts of the body, such as bones and the chest
How long does it take – 10-30 minutes
What happens – you hold still in front of or on a machine while the images are taken; you might be injected with a dye (contrast) to improve the image
Special notes – painless; the small dose of radiation will not make you give off radiation
Mammogram
How it works – uses a low-dose x-ray to create an image of the inside of the breast
How long does it take – 10-30 minutes
What happens – your breast is placed between 2 x-ray plates, which press together firmly to spread the breast tissue
Special notes – can be uncomfortable
Ultrasound
How it works – uses soundwaves that echo when they meet something solid, such as an organ or tumour; a computer turns the soundwaves into a picture of the inside of the body
How long does it take – 10-20 minutes
What happens – a cool gel is spread on your skin and a handheld device called a transducer sends out the soundwaves as it is moved across the area; some transducers are wands that can be inserted in a body cavity
Special notes – usually painless, but can be uncomfortable
CT scan (computerised tomography scan)
How it works – uses x-ray beams and a computer to create detailed pictures of the inside of the body; the scanner is large and round like a doughnut
How long does it take – up to 30 minutes
What happens – before the scan, you may be given a drink or injected with a dye (contrast) to make the pictures clearer; you lie still on a table that moves in and out of the scanner
Special notes – painless; the dye may make you feel hot all over and leave a bitter taste in your mouth
PET–CT scan (positron emission tomography scan with CT scan)
How it works – uses a low-dose radioactive solution to measure cell activity in different parts of the body; when combined with a CT scan it provides more detailed information about the cancer
How long does it take – about 2 hours
What happens – you are injected in the arm with a small amount of radioactive solution, wait 30–90 minutes for it to move through your body, and then have the scan; cancer cells take up more of the solution than normal cells do and light up on the scan
Special notes – the solution leaves your body in urine after a few hours; you may be told to avoid children and pregnant women for a number of hours
Bone scan
How it works – uses radioactive dye to show any abnormal bone growth
How long does it take – several hours
What happens – you are injected in the arm with a small amount of radioactive dye, wait 2–3 hours for it to move through your bloodstream to the bones, then your body is scanned; a larger amount of dye will usually show up in any areas of bone with cancer cells
Special notes – the dye leaves your body in urine after a few hours; you may be told to avoid children and pregnant women for a number of hours
MRI scan (magnetic resonance imaging scan)
How it works – uses a magnet and radio waves to build up detailed pictures of an area of the body
How long does it take – 30-90 minutes
What happens – dye (contrast) may be injected into a vein to make the images clearer; you lie on a table that slides into a narrow metal cylinder that is open at both ends; the scan is noisy, so you will often be given earplugs or headphones
Special notes – let the medical team know if you feel anxious, you may be given medicine to help you relax; people with some pacemakers or other metallic objects cannot have an MRI
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The importance of Data Privacy Day and what it means for your organization
A total of 5.07 billion people around the world use the internet today – equivalent to 63.5 percent of the world's total population. As internet users continue to grow the there is still education and work to be done in the realm of data protection. January 28th is celebrated as Data Privacy Day across the world and since 2021, initially started by the Council of Europe in 2007, more than 50 countries across the world now observe Data Privacy Day and showcase for an entire week why Data Privacy is of paramount importance. In 2023 experts have chosen a theme to increase awareness around 'Protecting Personal Data at Home and Work'.
The goal of Data Privacy Day is twofold – every user should understand that they have the right and power to protect and manage their personal data, while organizations understand why it is important to protect and safeguard their customers data and Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
In India PII is classified as any data that could potentially be used to identify a particular person. Examples include the full name, PAN card, driver's licence number, bank account number, passport number and email address.
Key Steps To Protect and Secure Data
There cannot be any data privacy without good data security. Therefore, below is a quick checklist that organizations should implement to help protect and secure data.
Implement a Security Strategy Focused on a Platform Approach
The first step in protecting data is ensuring that any Personally Identifiable Information (PII) data your organization accesses is secured from the moment it enters to the moment it leaves your network. This includes applying security measures and policies that can seamlessly identify, follow, and secure data as it moves between network domains and devices, including across multi-cloud or SD-WAN environments, as well as across the extended network. In addition, zero-trust access is vital. As users continue to work-from-anywhere and Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices flood networks and operational environments, continuous verification of all users and devices is crucial as they access corporate network resources, especially data.
Security plays a critical role in securing every bit of data as well as managing who and what has access to it. A cybersecurity mesh platform allows all security components to see other devices, share and correlate information between them, and participate in a coordinated threat response. It must be woven into and across every aspect of the evolving network to enable things like unified policy creation, centralized orchestration, and consistent enforcement. This mesh approach allows organizations to extend visibility deep into the infrastructure to see every device, track every application and workflow, and more importantly, see and secure all data. It also allows organizations to demonstrate compliance with regard to protected privacy requirements and the verification of its secure storage, use, and removal.
Change What and How You Collect PII Data
Privacy laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) define individuals as the sole owners of their data, not businesses or institutions. As a result, these individuals must be able to withdraw their consent to the collection of their data as quickly and easily as it was given. This requires organizations to collect only the minimum amount of data needed for a specific purpose and to then be able to completely remove it when it is no longer needed.
Ensure PII Can Be Easily Identified, Flagged, and Deleted
Organizations need to be prepared to demonstrate how to prevent specific data from being shared or sold to third parties and how to remove all instantiations of an individual's PII regardless of where it is being stored or used. For example, the GDPR's "right to be forgotten" (RTBF) means that data needs to be found and removed quickly and easily, rather than relying on humans to hunt for each instance of personal information scattered across a distributed network.
Encrypt PII To Ensure Less Risk
Consider encrypting data in transit and at rest in the network, as encryption negates the value of data if it is compromised. That said, encrypting large volumes of data is no easy task. Because of this, organizations should consider what is a priority based on the ability of encryption performance and any associated degradation of performance.
Training and Education Are Important
Encourage cybersecurity training for all employees and follow up with practice and drills. Good password hygiene along with multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be requirements to help add extra protection.
Data privacy legislation reflects concern about the protection and personal ownership of PII. Data Privacy Day is a reminder that every organization that accesses personal data needs to evaluate its IT security infrastructure and ask itself:
Are IT security solutions able to effectively communicate, regardless of where they have been deployed, to optimally protect data and provide network-wide visibility?
Does the network include sophisticated data protection measures such as threat prevention and detection, pseudonymization of PII, and internal segmentation to isolate and track customer and employee data?
Is there a documented and tested data breach response plan?
Today's organizations need to be able to answer "yes" to these questions to be prepared for existing data privacy regulations or others on the near horizon.
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Suicide happens every day, yet most of us don't understand why anyone would take their own life. Meet DeLisa Treshelle. As a Suicide Prevention Advocate & writer of the "Reversing Suicide" poem; DeLisa dives into the first episode by sharing a small portion of her encounter with suicide. This will serve as an introduction to the rest of the season. Let's heal together!
Check out the "Reversing Suicide" poem and more in my book Rekindled: Hidden Treasures on Amazon.
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Enrollment Periods for Medicare: What You Need to Know
Posted by David Ghiorso, CPA, October 10, 2023
Medicare provides essential coverage to millions of beneficiaries and certain individuals with disabilities. Understanding the various enrollment periods associated with Medicare is crucial to ensure you can access the coverage you need at the right time.
Initial Enrollment Period (IEP). The Initial Enrollment Period is the first opportunity most individuals have to enroll in Medicare. It typically spans seven months, starting three months before the month of turning 65, including the birthday month, and extending for three months afterward. During this period, you can enroll in Medicare Part A and/or Part B. Missing this initial enrollment period can result in penalties and delays in coverage.
General Enrollment Period (GEP). If you missed the Initial Enrollment Period, you have another chance to enroll during the General Enrollment Period, which runs from January 1 to March 31 each year. However, coverage won't begin until July 1 of that year, and late enrollment penalties may apply. It's essential to carefully consider if this enrollment period is the right time to join Medicare.
Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs). Special Enrollment Periods are available for those who experience qualifying life events, such as retiring and losing employer coverage, moving to a new area, or other specific circumstances. SEPs provide an opportunity to enroll in or make changes to Medicare outside of the standard enrollment periods without facing penalties.
Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). The Annual Enrollment Period is a critical period for making changes to Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part D). It runs from October 15 to December 7 each year. During this time, you can switch between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage, change or enroll in a Part D plan, or alter your existing Part D coverage.
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP). The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period runs from January 1 to March 31 annually. During this period, those of you with a Medicare Advantage plan have the option to switch to another Medicare Advantage plan or return to original Medicare. You can also enroll in a stand-alone Medicare Part D plan if you return to original Medicare.
Understanding these enrollment periods and their significance is vital to ensure timely and appropriate enrollment in Medicare. It's essential to plan ahead, carefully evaluate plan options, and consider personal circumstances and healthcare needs when making decisions about Medicare enrollment. This way, you can secure the plan that best suits your requirements and promotes your overall health and well-being | eng | 70f79bd3-e59d-4738-b8ef-3cd67f5fe316 | https://dghiorso.onlinehealth.news/medicare-information/enrollment-periods-for-medicare-what-you-need-to-know/ |
Mortgage rates are based on bonds (mortgage backed securities) and are traded fairly similar as stocks. Investors tend to favor stocks over bonds as stocks tend to provide a better return. However, investors will opt for bonds over stocks when they are seeking safety when markets are tumultuous. When the stock market is on a run, odds are mortgage rates may be moving higher as investors are selecting stocks over bonds. And when the stock market is tanking, mortgage rates tend to improve for the same reason | eng | 838eb071-03cd-4b2a-bdbe-23e0867f70d8 | https://mortgageporter.com/tag/the-fed |
Essay on Work Ethics and Professionalism
May 27, 2023
Students are often asked to write an essay on Work Ethics and Professional Ethics and Professionalism
Introduction
Work Ethics and Professionalism are essential components of any successful career. They are the values that define how we behave in the workplace and how we interact with others around us.
Work Ethics
Work ethics are the principles that guide our behavior in the workplace. These include things such as being punctual, responsible, honest, and hardworking. It also means being respectful of others and following instructions.
Professionalism
Professionalism is the attitude and demeanor one takes in the workplace. It includes things such as dressing appropriately for the job, being polite and courteous, and exhibiting a positive attitude. It also means being organized, reliable, and taking responsibility for one's actions.
Conclusion
Work Ethics and Professionalism are essential components of any successful career. They are the values that define how we behave in the workplace and how we interact with others around us. By following these principles, we can ensure that we are successful in our jobs and respected by those around us.
250 Words Essay on Work Ethics and Professionalism
Introduction
Work ethics and professionalism are two important concepts for any workplace. They refer to the way employees act and interact with each other, and how they adhere to the values, standards and principles of the workplace. In order to be successful in any job, it is essential to have a strong work ethic and to demonstrate professionalism.
What is Work Ethics?
Work ethics can be defined as a set of values that govern the behaviour of employees in the workplace. It includes elements such as honesty, integrity, respect for others, punctuality, hard work and commitment to the job. A strong work ethic is based on a strong sense of personal responsibility, and it sets the tone for how employees interact with each other and complete their tasks.
What is Professionalism?
Professionalism is a way of behaving in the workplace that shows respect and commitment to the job. It involves following the rules and regulations of the workplace, being courteous and polite to colleagues, maintaining a professional appearance, and taking responsibility for one's actions. Professionalism also involves being a team player, and having a positive attitude towards work.
Benefits of Work Ethics and Professionalism
Having a strong work ethic and demonstrating professionalism has many benefits. It can lead to better job satisfaction, greater productivity, improved performance, and better relationships with colleagues. It can also help to create a healthy and safe work environment, as employees are less likely to engage in unethical and unprofessional behaviours.
Conclusion
In conclusion, work ethics and professionalism are essential for any workplace. Having a strong work ethic and demonstrating professionalism can have many positive effects, including increased job satisfaction, improved performance, and better relationships with colleagues. It is important for employees to understand the importance of work ethics and professionalism, and to strive to adhere to these principles in their workplace.
500 Words Essay on Work Ethics and Professionalism
Introduction
Work ethics and professionalism are key components of a successful career. They are essential to creating a positive work environment, increasing job satisfaction, and developing personal and professional relationships. Work ethics and professionalism promote good communication and collaboration between colleagues, enhance the reputation of the company or organization, and help to create a productive and successful workplace.
What is Work Ethics?
Work ethics refer to the values and principles that govern how we behave in the workplace. They include honesty, respect, responsibility, fairness, and integrity. Work ethics also involve a willingness to do one's best, be punctual, and work hard. Practicing work ethics ensures that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their position or background.
What is Professionalism?
Professionalism is the standard of behavior expected from a person in a professional setting. It involves exhibiting a positive attitude, being reliable and dependable, demonstrating appropriate communication skills, showing respect and consideration to others, and acting with integrity. Professionalism also involves following through with commitments, adhering to workplace policies and procedures, and providing quality work in a timely manner.
Benefits of Work Ethics and Professionalism
The benefits of work ethics and professionalism are numerous. For one, they create an environment of trust and respect. When colleagues trust each other, they are more likely to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration, which can lead to improved productivity and increased job satisfaction. Additionally, practicing work ethics and professionalism can help to attract and retain talented employees, as well as create a positive reputation for the company or organization.
Examples of Work Ethics and Professionalism
Examples of work ethics include dealing with colleagues and customers with respect, being honest and truthful, taking responsibility for one's actions, and demonstrating integrity. Examples of professionalism include dressing appropriately for the workplace, arriving to work on time, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a professional demeanor.
Conclusion
In conclusion, work ethics and professionalism are essential components of a successful career. They promote a positive work environment, increase job satisfaction, and help to create a productive and successful workplace. Practicing work ethics and professionalism can also help to attract and retain talented employees and create a positive reputation for the company or organization.
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New Hampshire: 12 Steps to Regulating Cryptocurrencies
The use of cryptocurrencies and blockchain mining will grow more and more in the coming years and regulators cannot go against this reality. What they can and should do, however, is set clear and stringent measures to regulate these markets. It is in this process that the New Hampshire Governor's Commission has conducted an inventory of the cryptocurrency and digital assets industry. The final report has just been published.
New Hampshire could become an attractive jurisdiction for cryptocurrency and blockchain investors
New Hampshire: Primary jurisdiction for crypto investors
In New Hampshire, a "pro-crypto" law was passed in July 2022. Also in the same vein, Governor Chris Sununu has created a Commission on Cryptocurrencies and Digital Assets. Its main mission: to take stock of this market and make recommendations to improve it.
The final report of the New Hampshire Governor's Commission was unanimously approved in December 2022. The 12 members and signatories therefore propose various "proactive and public" measures to make New Hampshire a more attractive jurisdiction for cryptocurrency investors.
The document is 67 pages in total. However, the Commission's recommendations on cryptocurrencies and digital assets can be summarized in 12 points. Here are the highlights:
Establish legal status for DAOs;
Help the New Hampshire Department of Banking deliver proactive measures on how banking institutions can manage digital assets.
Concluding his January 19 speech, Chris Sununu said: "The Commission expects blockchain technologies to continue to evolve and grow and become more integrated into our society and economy".
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Criminal
Criminal Court
A Criminal Action is the procedure by which a person accused of committing a crime is charged and brought to trial. After evidence is presented from the prosecution and defense, a decision is made as to the person's guilt, and if found guilty the accused is sentenced according to law.
Criminal Cases
In all criminal cases, the defendant is presumed to be innocent. That means he or she may not be convicted unless proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
A criminal case begins when a prosecutor, the District Attorney, initiates a criminal action for the People of the State of California by filing a charging document: a Complaint, Information, or Indictment.
California statutes generally classify a crime as a felony, a misdemeanor, or an infraction. A felony is a criminal offense punishable by imprisonment in a state prison or, in extreme cases, by death. A misdemeanor is a lesser criminal offense and punishable by fine and/or imprisonment in county jail. An infraction is punishable by a fine.
If a defendant who has been charged with a felony or a misdemeanor cannot afford to hire an attorney, the court will appoint them a public defender. (The court does not appoint a public defender in infraction cases since they do not result in jail or prison terms).
Arraignment
The first appearance in court on a criminal case is the arraignment. At the arraignment, the defendant, the person accused of the crime, will be informed of their constitutional rights and provided with an explanation of the charges filed against them. They will be asked by the judge if they understand these charges. A 'yes' answer means they understand what charges have been filed, not that they are guilty of these charges, simply to understand what the charges are and what they mean. Additionally, defendants will be asked to plead to the charges against them: guilty, not guilty, or, in some cases, nolo contendere (which means the person does not contest the charges and is legally the same as a guilty plea).
Bail (property temporarily given to ensure that a person released from custody will return at an appointed time) may also be raised or lowered during arraignment. In order to be released without paying bail, defendants may request to be released on their promise to appear. This is called "on their own recognizance".
If the defendant is in custody, he or she has the right to an arraignment within 48 hours of being arrested. Weekends, court holidays, and mandatory court closure days do not count against the 48 hours. Also, the deadline for arraignment depends on what time of the day you were arrested, so talk to a lawyer to find out exactly when the prosecutor's deadline to file charges is.
Failure to Appear
If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony and you do not appear on your court date, a bench warrant will be issued for your arrest. If a bench warrant is issued, you need to report to the court on a Monday or Friday for the clear warrant calendar (see the Law & Motion Calendar page for the specific times), turn yourself into local law enforcement, or contact an attorney who can advise you.
Public Defender
The Public Defender may be appointed to represent defendants involved in a criminal case who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Eligibility is determined by established financial guidelines. If you are eligible for a Public Defender, one will be appointed by the Court and their contact information will be provided to you.
District Attorney
The District Attorney's Office represents the People of Lassen County and is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in court. The Office of the District Attorney is located at 2905 Riverside Drive, Susanville, CA 96130 and can be reached at (530) 251-8283.
Payment Options
All fines are due by the date the judge specifies in court.
Your paperwork will reflect the amount owed and the due date. If you do not pay or set up a payment plan by the due date your case will be referred to collections and a warrant can be issued for your arrest.
Payments may be made online, in person, by mail, or by telephone.
View the Make Payment page for additional information and to make a payment online.
When you have been ordered to pay a fine or fee on a criminal case and you are unable to pay in full within 7 business days, please report to the Lassen County Office of Recovery and Reimbursement. More information on OR&R is located on their website: Office of Recovery & Reimbursement or by calling 530-251-8227.
Criminal FAQs
The court maintains an index of filings and a record of dispositions. Court staff cannot look up any criminal records over the telephone. To get information about or copies of documents from a criminal case, visit the Records & Information page.
You can appear for the clear warrant calendar on Monday or Friday, turn yourself in to law enforcement, or contact an attorney who can advise you. For the dates and times of the clear warrant calendars, see the Law & Motion Calendars page.
No shorts, cut-offs, see-through clothing, or bare feet are allowed in the courtroom.
Court appearances are mandatory on criminal misdemeanor and felony cases and can be on some infractions. You must appear at the Court on the date and time as directed on your release paper, arraignment letter, or courtesy notice. Failure to appear may result in a warrant for your arrest.
If you fail to appear in Court or pay a fine as promised/ordered, the Court will order and issue a warrant for your arrest. Further, you may be punished by jail and/or a fine, regardless of the disposition of the original charge. In an effort to facilitate the effective collection of fines, fees and assessments ordered or authorized by the Court, your case may be referred to collections.
Section 1214.1(a) of the Penal Code states, in part, "the court may impose a civil assessment of up to one hundred dollars ($100) against a defendant who fails, after notice and without good cause, to appear in court for a proceeding authorized by law or who fails to pay all or any portion of a fine ordered by the court or to pay an installment of bail as agreed to under Section 40510.5 of the Vehicle Code."
Yes. Anyone can review a case that has been filed with the court.
In person: At the Clerk's Office the entire file is viewable by the public, except for any confidential information such as police reports, probation reports, or any document deemed confidential under the law.
For information about assistance available to victim's and victim's restitution, please call the District Attorney'sOffice at: 530-251-8283.
You may request Court-Appointed Counsel from the Judge at your first appearance in court. The judge will require that you fill out a financial declaration and determine if you qualify. At the end of your case a hearing will be held to see if you must reimburse the court for some or all of the cost of the Court-Appointed Counsel fees.
Calendars (both daily and weekly) for non-confidential matters are available on the Case Index & Calendar Portal. Once on the portal, select the SCHEDULING menu at the top of the screen, then Court Calendar. From the court calendar view, enter your hearing date and click Retrieve. From the results for your hearing date, select the Docket Type (Traffic/Crim Law & Motion, Felony/Misdemeanor Law and Motion, etc.) from the table. Locate your case in the Hearing List, the courtroom for your hearing will be shown in the Court Room column next to your case.
Additionally, you can view all hearings for your case (including the courtroom) from the Hearing Summary page from within your case. To navigate to your case:
If you know your case #:
If your case number is in the format 2023-CR1234567: click on the CASES menu at the top, then Criminal Case. From the Criminal Case page enter your case number in the boxes located towards the top-middle of the page (ex. 2023 CR 1234567). Click Retrieve. Once your case is displayed your case number is in the format CR123456: this case number is an "old" case number from a previous court case management system, you now have a new case number. Don't worry, you can still search using this previous case number. Click on the SEARCHES menu at the top, then Previous Case Number Search. Enter your CR123456 case number in the box and click Search. The results for this search will be shown. Look for your name/information in the results. If your information/case is shown, note down your new case number under the Case Number column in the format 2010-CR1234567, this will be how your case is references from this point forward. Click on the new case number to proceed to do not know your case #: click on SEARCHES menu at the top, then Case Searches >By Party. Enter your first and last name on the Cases By Party Search page and click Search. Locate your case within the results. Click on the case number (ex. 2023-CR123467) to view are unable to locate your case from the Case Index & Calendar Portal, you can call the court at (530) 251-8205. Select option 1 for case information, then option 2 for Criminal to speak to a clerk regarding your case.
In-custody arraignments are held as needed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the Hall of Justice - 2610 Riverside Drive in Susanville, CA. Please see the Law & Motion Calendar page for additional information and specific times arraignments are held. Most in-custody defendants are placed on calendar the morning of court and may not appear on the online Case Index & Calendar Portal.
As a defendant, you should expect to be in Court for a substantial portion of the day to take care of all possible matters.
On your court date, check the electronic court docket located next to the elevator in the lobby of the Hall of Justice for your name, case number, and courtroom. If your name is on the calendar, go directly to the courtroom. If not, report to the Clerk's Office. Be prepared to provide identification and information on the arrest or alleged offense(s), including jail release paperwork, notice to appear, bail or bond receipts, or arraignment letter.
If you were convicted of a non-motor vehicle related infraction, misdemeanor, or felony and meet guidelines in Penal Code 1203.4, you or an attorney can file a Petition for Dismissal [form CR-180] and Order for Dismissal [form CR-181] per PC 1203.4(a) to have the charges dismissed from your record. Additional information is available on the California Courts' Self-Help page Clean your record. | eng | a18074d5-183e-4dce-90d7-001e2949b7d7 | https://www.lassen.courts.ca.gov/divisions/criminal |
ABORTION under the FAÇADE of MODERN WOMEN'S HEALTH CARE
Lawmakers in Pennsylvania have submitted a "heart-beat" anti-abortion bill, similar to what exists in 18 other states. The governor of the commonwealth has promised to veto the bill, stating that it "defies all practical understanding of modern women's health care." This is similar to New York State's abortion expansion bill mendaciously called the "Reproductive Health Act."
I'm convinced that the abortion movement is twisting terms to intentionally deceive people and manipulate public opinion.
It's simply a lie to define "health care" as the "freedom" to kill the human fetus in your womb. We would never define "environmentalism" as the right to club 600,000 baby seals to death. We would never define "health care" as the "freedom" for an oncologist to intentionally kill 600,000 of his or her patients.
It's simply a lie to claim that abortion displays a concern for women's health care that pregnancy does not. Pregnancy is a normal function of the female body, not an intervention as is abortion. Interrupting the normal process of pregnancy is not health care, but rather a surgical solution to a societal problem.
If someone sincerely wants to make policies about women's health care, their concern should be nutrition, prenatal care, mental health, depression, AIDS, breast cancer, domestic violence, and heart disease. That would display honesty.
It is simply a lie to claim that there is any statistical correlation between abortion and women's health care. To claim that abortion rights or expansion have anything to do with a general woman's overall health is nothing short of chicanery.
If someone sincerely thinks that abortion is the greatest step towards women's health care in the country, I have a house on the island of Barbuda to sell you.
We can never solve the disagreements about sexual freedom and responsibility, pregnancies both wanted and unwanted, and women's health concerns by killing the unborn. | eng | 097301dd-a5c2-4bed-8738-eb9923bd6185 | https://the3rdchoice.org/abortion-under-the-facade-of-modern-womens-health-care/ |
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Voice Interface Design: Building a Human Conversation with a Machine
Each of us has come across voice interfaces. A robot responding that a red KIA is driving up, an elevator saying out a floor number, a navigator directing to turn right now – somebody has to elaborate all those words, right? Therein lies a new direction for the interface designers – the design of voice interfaces.
The article focuses on more intelligent systems, such as voice assistants or a smart home. Here, Yuriy Uchanov, a UI/UX designer for Moqod, together with his colleague Slava Todavchich will explain how they work.
What Is VUI
Voice interface (VI, or VUI – voice user interface) is an evolution of interaction that frees hands and eyes, simplifies inputting and receiving information. For example, when we're driving a car or performing surgery, and at the same moment want to know how old Demi Moore is.
In the past few years, voice interaction has been developing by leaps and bounds. For now, 20% of all search queries to Google on mobile devices are done using voice. According to Gartner, 30% of website visits will occur without a screen by 2020. Even now it is already possible to find out the weather forecast, turn on the lights in the living room or order pizza. In the future, the possibilities seem to be almost limitless | eng | 058bfe34-e24c-4913-931f-1c5205ab51ea | https://apprilfestival.jan.tm/voice-interface-design-building-a-human-conversation-with-a-machine/ |
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Using compressors and limiters in your home studio
Using compressors and limiters when recording and mixing allows you to smooth out passages to better control a track.
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes
For many recording musicians, the compressor presents an enigma. Most of us know that using compressors and their more specialized cousins, limiters, controls the dynamic range (aka volume) of an audio track or mix, but how do they work and how can you use them to their greatest advantage?
I'll provide a brief overview and then head into the studio and see how the use of a compressor aids in the recording process.
While dynamic changes in volume help give music its shape and emotion, wild and sudden changes in volume can create challenges when recording and mixing your music. Using compressors and limiters allows you to smooth out passages where the volume may be too loud.
What is a limiter?
A limiter is a compressor, but a compressor is not necessarily a limiter. Limiters are designed to prevent the sound level of an audio program from going beyond a certain, pre-set point. They generally have very high compression ratios of 20:1 up to Infinity:1. (A compression ratio of 20:1 means that for every 20dB that the input signal increases beyond a preset point, the limiter will only allow output gain of 1 dB.)
Limiters are critical for in-ear monitoring systems, radio and TV broadcasting, and vinyl disc-cutting systems. Limiters are seldom needed in a typical home recording session. Compressors will normally use lower compression ratios — often in the 2:1, 4:1, or 8:1 range — meaning the amount of gain reduction applied is not as drastic as with a limiter.
What is a compressor?
Compressors, on the other hand, are frequently used tools that reduce or control the dynamic range of a recorded track. A good way to envision the dynamic range of a track is to chart the difference in volume between the loudest notes to the quietest notes of a recording. Compressors are handy for controlling many of the typical instruments you may be recording, such as bass guitar, vocals, acoustic guitars, and keyboards.
Not every track will benefit from compression. If the original performance has a fairly limited range from the loudest to softest note, using a compressor will make little or no difference. However, if we consider a lead vocal track where the singer starts near a whisper and is wailing over a pounding band by the song's end, putting a compressor on that lead vocal track may help reduce the dynamic range so it rides atop the band and allows for an easier mixing process.
Compressor settings
The controls on most compressors are fairly similar. The first and most crucial setting is the Threshold. This is the point at which the device will begin to reduce the level of the output signal.
How much the signal is reduced is determined by the ratio. At a 2:1 setting, for every 2 dB of increase to the input signal beyond the threshold, the output signal level will increase by 1 dB. At a 4:1 setting, for every 4 dB of increase of input level beyond the threshold, the output level will increase only 1 dB. Higher ratios result in more dramatic gain reduction. If you have a home studio, put a compressor in your audio chain and click between the different compression ratios available while you compress a track and you'll quickly be able to discern which ratio works best on various instruments.
Two other controls affect the sound of the compressor: these are the Attack and Release controls.
Attack and Release
The Attack control allows you to fine-tune just how fast the compressor reacts to the input signal with gain reduction when the signal overshoots the Threshold point. Conversely, the Release control allows you to set how fast the compressor lets the original signal return to normal once it is no longer above the Threshold.
If the Release is set too fast, it may result in a sound often referred to as "pumping" or "breathing," which draws attention to the compressed track. It's up to you to decide whether or not such a sound may be useful in your overall concept for a song. Once again, spending a few minutes playing with these controls is the fastest way to hear how they work.
One other important benefit of using compressors is that, when set properly, the net effect is to increase the apparent overall level of a track, making it seem louder by compressing the loudest parts without creating any overload.
Practical application
To bring a practical application to this concept, I worked with some local student musicians to record a demo using Pro Tools and then processing it with a plug-in compressor. We started by recording an electric guitar through a small amp with no EQ or dynamic processing.
We played back the track and inserted the Pro Tools Dynamics plug-in. Although we recorded without effects, some engineers prefer to record with a compressor engaged from the start. Others record without any compressors, preferring to make decisions about dynamics after the performance has been captured.
At my request, the guitarist played a soft picking pattern first and then shifted abruptly to a more aggressive (and louder) chordal texture. Without compression, the chordal texture dominated the demo guitar track.
Finding the sweet spot
To demonstrate the before-and-after effect of the compressor, we decided to over-compress the track, so that when you listen to the compressed version, you'll be able to clearly hear the difference. For an actual session, this level of compression would likely be judged excessive unless you were going for an effect.
Note that over-compressing a track for an effect is a very creative tool. Listen to some of the Beatles recordings from Revolver or Sgt. Peppers to hear the heavily compressed sound of Ringo's drum kit for an idea of how effective such a use can be.
After tweaking a bit, we settled on a threshold of -25 dB, so even the softer part of the guitar track was being compressed slightly. We used a ratio of 6.6:1, which gave us a fairly consistent overall final track, reducing the level of the chordal texture to a point where it was only slightly louder than the softer first section.
This particular plug-in offers a real-time analyzer (RTA) screen, similar in look to an old-school oscilloscope, allowing the user to see the point at which the signal is being compressed and by how much. A vertical orange line on the RTA screen represents the threshold point and an intersecting white line represents the compression ratio beyond the threshold point. So with this particular ratio of 6.6:1, the slope of the compressor looked similar to a human knee (which is why this type of setting is often referred to as "knee compression").
After listening back to the extreme compression we used, we realized that, although we now had a more manageable dynamic range, if we wanted to use this track, we'd have to boost the level of the guitar.
How much compression you use is also determined, in part, by the complexity and number of tracks in your overall mix. The denser the mix, the less apparent the individual compressed track will be, as opposed to say, a solo guitar and vocal, where the compressor must be very carefully set to avoid distracting the listener.
Compressing acoustic piano
Next, we made a stereo recording of an acoustic grand piano, again with a quiet and a loud section. For this compressor demo, we used a lower ratio of 3:1, but to show the compressor at work, kept a threshold point much lower than one might normally select for a piano, setting it at -24 dB. This way, the compressor would kick in a bit on the quieter passage and really be working hard on the louder section.
The overall dynamic range of the piano track was roughly 25 db, from a soft intro around -30 db up to some peaks in the louder section that hit -6 db.
On playback, we found that the overall dynamic range had been reduced by about a third, from 25 dB uncompressed to about 16 db, when compressed. As a result, the overall track sounded more consistent and the softer intro was more apparent. The net result was a track that would fit more consistently and would neither disappear in the quietest passage nor overpower the mix when the volume kicked up in the louder section.
Expanding the use of the compressor
As a general rule, it's best to avoid heavy gain reduction on vocals, acoustic instruments, and percussion unless you are going for a specific effect. Conversely, electronic instruments such as bass, keyboard, synth, and electric guitar can handle a good bit of gain reduction and still sound like the actual instrument. As with so much in recording, it's up to the ears of the recording engineer or musician to determine how much is the appropriate amount to use.
Start recording and get your compressor in the circuit to see how you can help smooth out your tracks to best effect.
Keith Hatschek is author ofThe Real Ambassadors: Dave and Iola Brubeck and Louis Armstrong Challenge Segregation, which tells the story of Louis Armstrong, Dave Brubeck, and Iola Brubeck as they took a stand against segregation by writing and performing a jazz musical titled The Real Ambassadors. Hatschek, who directed the music management program at University of the Pacific for twenty years, has authored numerous music industry books, including The Hitchhiker's Guide to the New Music Industry, The Golden Moment: Recording Secrets from the Pros, and The Historical Dictionary of the American Music Industry.
5 thoughts on "Using compressors and limiters in your home studio"
This may be a naive question, but many home cassette recorders have a feature known as Automatic Level Control, which is supposed to even out the recording level without the operator having to adjust the recording level. Would this be considered a compressor or limiter, and how effective is it for live recording?
Always record the tracks without compression. You can compress later during mixing, but it is hard to uncompress a track if it was compressed too much. Automatic level controls should be avoided in professional work.
As music producer using Compressors and Limiters in my Mixing portion of a track, this article was very educational. I aim for a rich sounding track when producing new material, so this article was helpful.
Thank you!
Carline
Francis413 Music, LLC
I have a modest home studio, and frequently use a limiter on the master to get my levels up so the final mix is at a comfortable listening level when the listener volume setting is at about 50% of max. I have never used a limiter on an individual track. Works for me, but is this unusual? Am I misusing the limiter? Thanks. | eng | 3cf3a474-a1b8-41af-894d-7ef7fecc184b | https://blog.discmakers.com/2022/12/using-compressors-and-limiters-in-a-home-studio/ |
How to Watch Vuelta a España Live Abroad (Easy Steps 2023)?
Want to know, how to watch Vuelta a Espana online outside the US? Then you are on the right page, this article will provide you with all the information about The Vuelta a España, how, when, and where? Everything about it.
Vuelta a España, also known as the Tour of Spain, is one of the three Grand Tours of road cycling, along with the Tour de France and the Giro d'Italia. It is a multi-stage race held annually in Spain.
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Why can't you watch Vuelta a España on Flobikes online outside the US?
Flobikes is an online streaming service that has implemented measures to comply with licensing agreements and regional restrictions set by content creators. These measures are in place to ensure that the service is only accessible to viewers within specifically authorized regions, such as the US.
To enforce these regional restrictions, streaming platforms like Flobikes utilize various technologies to detect the precise location of viewers. By identifying the viewer's location, the platform can enforce access restrictions based on licensing agreements and regional broadcasting laws.
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It allows them to control the distribution of their content and adhere to the specific requirements set for different regions.
What happens when you try to watch Vuelta a España on Flobikes outside the US?
When attempting to access content on Flobikes from outside the United States, you will encounter geographical restrictions imposed by the platform. Flobikes uses geolocation technology to detect the location of the viewer, and if a viewer is detected outside Canada, the content will be blocked or inaccessible.
When you try to watch Vuelta a España on Flobikes outside the US, the statement would appear on your screen saying This event is unavailable in your area.
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How does a VPN help to watch Vuelta a España on Flobikes outside the US?
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In addition to bypassing geographical restrictions, a VPN provides significant benefits for privacy and security. By encrypting your internet traffic, a VPN ensures that your online activities are protected from potential hackers or malicious entities.
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Detailed steps to watch Vuelta a España on Flobikes outside the US
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About Vuelta a España
The Vuelta a España was first organized in 1935 and has since become one of the most important and challenging stage races on the cycling calendar. It typically takes place over a three-week period in August and September, featuring a demanding route that covers various regions of Spain.
The Vuelta a España attracts top cyclists from around the world, including general classification specialists, climbers, sprinters, and all-rounders. Notable riders such as Chris Froome, Alberto Contador, and Miguel Indurain have won the race in the past.
Similar to other Grand Tours, the Vuelta a España awards different jerseys to recognize achievements during the race. The red jersey, or "La Roja," is worn by the overall leader in the general classification.
There are also other jerseys, such as the green jersey for the points classification and the polka dot jersey for the mountains classification.
Vuelta a España is renowned for its passionate crowds, beautiful scenery, and challenging stages, making it a highly anticipated event in the world of professional cycling.
It is broadcasted internationally, allowing cycling fans around the globe to follow the race and witness the intense competition among the world's best cyclists.
Glimpse of Vuelta a España 2023
To catch the broadcast of the 2023 La Vuelta a España on FloBikes.The event is scheduled to begin on August 26, 2023, and will continue until September 17, 2023.
These riders are renowned for their talent, skill, and achievements in the world of professional cycling. They bring a wealth of experience and competitive spirit to the race, making it an exciting and highly anticipated event.
Throughout the race, cycling enthusiasts will have the opportunity to witness the fierce competition and captivating performances of these riders as they navigate challenging terrain and strive for victory. Each rider has their own unique strengths and tactics, adding to the unpredictability and excitement of the race.
As the race unfolds, spectators will have the chance to witness remarkable performances, rivalries, and memorable moments from these esteemed riders, making it a must-watch event for cycling enthusiasts around the world.
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NCERT Solutions for class 3 EVS Foods We Eat
January 18, 2023
We provided NCERT Solutions for Class 3 EVS Chapter 6 Foods We Eat is prepared by the best teachers across India. These NCERT 3rd Class EVS Chapter 6 Foods We Eat Solution includes detailed answers of all the questions in Chapter 6 Foods We Eat provided in NCERT Book which is prescribed for Class 3 in CBSE school Books. This will help students to understand basic concepts better.
NCERT 3rd Class EVS Chapter 6 Foods We Eat Solution is given below
1.Did all the children in the class eat the same food items yesterday? Why? Ans. No, because different children come from different families. They can be even from different regions of India.
2.You must have noticed that in the picture (NCERT Textbook page 36) there is one child in whose house no food was cooked. What could be the reason? Ans.There could be many reasons like:
The child's family is too poor to afford two square meals in a day.
Child's mother could be sick and hence could not cook meal.
3.Has it ever happened to you that on some day you were very hungry but there was nothing to eat? If yes, why? Ans. Yes, one day the water supply was disturbed and so my mother was unable to cook anything. After that, we ordered a restaurant for food. The food was delivered to our home.
4.How do you know that you are hungry? Ans. When we are hungry we get a feeling that the stomach is empty.
5.How do you feel when you are hungry? Ans. We get strange sensation in stomach which gives the signal that we are hungry. When we are hungry we feel like eating something.
6.Why was Dadi not able to climb the stairs quickly? Ans. Dadi has become too old to climb the stairs quickly.
7.How does Dadi like to have her dal? Ans. Dadi likes to have some sugar in her dal. She belongs to Nagpur and people in Nagpur put some sugar in dal.
8.Mow many persons in the story can eat bhutta easily and why? Ans. In the story Vipul, his mother and his mami can eat bhutta easily because they are young and have healthy teeth.
9.Can all old people eat bhutta? Why? Ans. Old people usually have weak teeth and hence most of them cannot eat a bhutta.
10.For four months Chhutki will have only her mother's milk. That is her only food. Why? Ans. Four month old babies do not have teeth. So, they feed on milk only and mother's milk is the best food for them.
11.Ask your elders and fill the table: Ans.
12.Put O on the things that you eat often: Ans.
13.Find out where each of these things is eaten more. Rice, Wheat, Maize, Millets Ans. •Rice is eaten more in Bihar, West Bengal, Orissa, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, etc.
•Wheat is eaten more in Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh
•Maize is eaten more in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan
•Millet is eaten more in Rajasthan.
14.We not only eat different things but also use the same things to prepare a variety of food items. Find out and write what all can be prepared from rice and wheat. Ans. Things prepared from wheat: Chapatti, halwa, cake, slice bread, poori, pua, etc. Things prepared from rice: Pulao, dosa, idli, uttapam, kheer, etc.
Likes and Dislikes 1.Write the names of three food items you like to eat and three that you dislike. Like —————— —————— ————————— Dislike —————— —————— ————————— Ans.Like: Biryani Jalebi Samosa Dislike: Khichdi Pumpkin Porridge (daliya)
2.Are your likes and dislikes similar to that of •Your family members? •Your friends? Ans. My likes and dislikes are similar to my family members but they are different from my friends.
3.What are the reasons that decide what we eat? Put a (/) on them. Add to the list. •What is easily available. •What we can buy. •Customs and traditions. •—————————– •—————————— Ans.
4. Ans.
5.Write the names of some food items that you have never eaten before but feel like eating. Ans. Chapatti made of bajra, chapatti made of gram, drumstick flowers, crabs, lotus stem. | eng | f41a3f65-e0c7-44c7-a63e-bfbfb22f35a0 | https://www.careerswave.in/ncert-solutions-class-3-evs-foods-eat/ |
I've seen articles that attribute this to too much cortisol but my brain doesn't work any more so I can't recall the details...but if you were curious, you could google this in relation to too much cortisol, and could be potentially illuminating. I also suffer from this, and am not a fan. My bf is also not a fan of my midnight mental zoomies.
I also really, really enjoyed it. I wasn't expecting to love it so much, or to smile through the entire thing. I loved the absurdist nature of it, and how it never became boring or felt like it was going on too long, it was just one little surprise after another. So well done!
I'm in Florida, am forced to use Walgreens because insurance, and get my Adderall RX'd by an NP and have never had an issue with it. Of course I haven't been able to fill my rx since January because the shortage, so it wouldn't surprise me if they're trying to pull some bullshit.
There is a type of psoriasis that primarily occurs under the arms, behind knees, groin, under breasts if you have enough tissue there to make a moist environment. Definitely see a dermatologist if you can, just in case. Psoriasis is auto-immune and has a high comorbity with other auto immune diseases, including other kinds of psoriasis (like psoriatic arthritis), and if it is psoriasis, there are lots of treatment options to help get it under control!
It was a big initial indicator for me that something else was going on, because I am very familiar with nerve pain, joint pain, tendonitis pain, but this was...something else entirely. I couldn't "touch" the pain, I couldn't make it worse, I couldn't ease it, it's just this burning ache inside of my bones that I do not know how to describe. It makes me feel like my body is haunted. I know what I felt, I know it is real, but it leaves no trace, nobody else can see it, and theyre all giving me the side eye.
Pretty much what I came here to say. I am in my mid-late 30s and hopefully will never have to date again, but if I did, I literally cannot imagine asking this or giving a shit... And if some dude asked me, I would consider it a red flag and nope out of there so quick.
Legit tho, red is hard. Many red dyes are toxic to humans (coming from things like cadmium, for example) others fade very quickly or are unstable, and natural dyes are also a pain because they come from things like bugs, which isn't appropriate for every application (but this is how our food is usually dyed red). Red is problematic all over the place, from the paint all the way to kool-aid, there's issues. I am too tired to find all the necessary references, but they're out there if you're curious. | eng | 5f3be22c-516e-43f2-b281-d89cfaecab90 | https://teddit.sethforprivacy.com/u/sekhmettheeye |
Description
This book will take the pieces of God's story and pull them together to give the full picture of what God has done and what he is doing with his people.
52 lessons include maps, timelines, Bible figure storyboards, and built-in review weeks. From Genesis to Revelation, you'll spend the year learning the Bible in a fun and engaging way for every member of the family.
The Bible is full of real people, places, and events that happen at specific times. Learn all about them as a family using this resource that will bring the Bible to life! You'll also get access to an exclusive webpage with downloadable/printable worksheets to use with some | eng | 09ed2436-9b39-4391-8553-c4d4cfc4db97 | https://demo.famtime.com/product/gods-awesome-story/ |
French podcasts to help improve your language skills
Podcasts are a great way to make progress in learning French. Do you know someone who might find this article helpful?
24 March 2023 10:44
Listening to podcasts is a great free way to improve your French Pic:
By Sophie Parsons
Listening is one of the most difficult aspects of language learning, but podcasts can be a big help in fine-tuning your skills.
They are free, easy to access and you can find a podcast on almost every topic.
You can subscribe for free on whatever app you listen to your podcasts on - including Apple Podcasts and Spotify - so new episodes will automatically drop into your phone without you having to lift a finger.
Coffee Break French
Coffee Break French, from Scotland-based company Radio Lingua, is a great way for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners to improve their French with different courses on offer.
The podcast has different seasons, with number one aimed at complete beginners and increasing in difficulty as they progress.
In each podcast, the hosts begin by detailing the language you will need to know for the episode and, as it unfolds, they stop to discuss different language points.
Episodes range between 15 and 30 minutes and the chatty, informal format makes for effortless listening.
The beauty is that while it doesn't necessarily feel like you are sitting down to improve your French, you always come away from each episode having developed your language skills in one way or another, be it new vocabulary or finally cracking a grammar point you have been struggling with.
The numerous five-star reviews on Apple Podcasts speak for themselves | eng | 16c7d253-cb78-4888-91de-fb36d2bc4581 | https://www.connexionfrance.com/article/Practical/Everyday-Life/French-podcasts-to-help-improve-your-language-skills |
13. As to the category of time, "when," the following thoughts are suggested.
IF TIME BE A QUANTITY; WHY SHOULD "TIME WHEN" FORM A SEPARATE CATEGORY?
If to-morrow, to-day, and yesterday, as well as other similar divisions of time, be parts of time, why should ihey not be classed in the same classification as time itself, along with the ideas "it has been," "it is," and "it will be?" As they are kinds of time, it seems proper that they should be classified along with time itself. Now time is part of quantity. What then is the use of another category? If the Aristotelians say that not only "it has been" and "it will be" are time-concepts, but "yesterday" and "formerly," which are varieties of "there has been" are also time-concepts (for these terms are subordinated to "there has been"), that it is not only "now" that is time, but that "when" is such also, they will be forced to answer as follows: First, if "when" be time, time exists; then, as "yesterday" is past time, it will be something composite, if the past be something else than time; we will have to erect two categories, not merely a simple category. For instance, they say both that "when" is in time, without being time, and say that "when" is that which is in time. An example of this would be to say that Socrates existed "formerly," whereby Socrates would really be outside of (present) time. Therefore they are no longer expressing something single. But what is meant by Socrates "being in time," and that some fact "is in time?" Does it mean that they are "part of time?" If, in saying "a part of time," and "so far as it is a part of time," the Aristotelians believe that they are not speaking of time absolutely, but only of a past part of time, they are really expressing several things. For this "part," so far as it is a part, is by them referred to something; and for them the past will be some thing added (to Time), or it will become identified with "there has been," which is a kind of time. But if they say that there is a difference, because "there has been" is indeterminate, while "formerly" and "yesterday" are determinate, we shall be deciding something about "there has been;" then "yesterday" will be the determination of "there has been," so that "yesterday" will be determined time. Now, that is a quantity of time; so that if time be a quantity, each one of these two things will be a determined quantity. But, if, when they say "yesterday" they mean thereby that such an event has happened in a determined past time, they are still expressing several things. Therefore, if some new category is to be introduced whenever one thing acts in another, as here happened of what occurred in time, we might have to introduce many additional categories, for in a different thing the action is different. This will, besides, become clearer in what is to follow on the category of place.
If "yesterday," "to-morrow," "last year" and similar terms denote parts of time, why should they not be included in the same genus as time? It would seem only reasonable to range under time the past, present and future, which are its species. But time is referred to Quantity; what then is the need for a separate category of Date?
If we are told that past and future - including under past such definite dates as yesterday and last year which must clearly be subordinate to past time - and even the present "now" are not merely time but time - when, we reply, in the first place, that the notion of time - when involves time; that, further, if "yesterday" is time-gone-by, it will be a composite, since time and gone-by are distinct notions: we have two categories instead of the single one required.
But suppose that Date is defined not as time but as that which is in time; if by that which is in time is meant the subject - Socrates in the proposition "Socrates existed last year" - that subject is external to the notion of time, and we have again a duality.
Consider, however, the proposition "Socrates - or some action - exists at this time"; what can be the meaning here other than "in a part of time"? But if, admitted that Date is "a part of time," it be felt that the part requires definition and involves something more than mere time, that we must say the part of time gone by, several notions are massed in the proposition: we have the part which qua part is a relative; and we have "gone-by" which, if it is to have any import at all, must mean the past: but this "past," we have shown, is a species of time.
It may be urged that "the past" is in its nature indefinite, while "yesterday" and "last year" are definite. We reply, first, that we demand some place in our classification for the past: secondly, that "yesterday," as definite past, is necessarily definite time. But definite time implies a certain quantity of time: therefore, if time is quantitative, each of the terms in question must signify a definite quantity.
Again, if by "yesterday" we are expected to understand that this or that event has taken Place at a definite time gone by, we have more notions than ever. Besides, if we must introduce fresh categories because one thing acts in another - as in this case something acts in time - we have more again from its acting upon another in another. This point will be made plain by what follows in our discussion of Place. | eng | 414b75a8-9964-4b6e-8788-7b3b38eaa2ba | http://sofia.hyperlogos.info/spip.php?article5855 |
figuratively
Figuratively means in a way that is not literal. When you say that someone is acting like a madman, you're not actually describing them as being crazy. You're using the word figuratively to mean that they're behaving in a way that is not normal.
He was acting like a madman when he stormed out of the meeting.
The boat was so damaged that it was impossible to sail it back to the harbor, and the crew was starting to feel like they were going crazy. | eng | c07bf050-e24e-4ace-94ec-bb9a61f4d801 | https://vocabtube.com/dictionary/figuratively |
What is the time difference between Frankfurt and Bangkok?
On average, flying from Frankfurt to Bangkok generates about 663 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 663 kilograms equals 1 461 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.
Map of flight path from Frankfurt to Bangkok
See the map of the shortest flight path between Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). | eng | 0d2af5c1-aa01-4bb9-ba77-ddd1ed3c6d00 | https://www.airmilescalculator.com/distance/fra-to-bkk/ |
Maths
The school follows the National Curriculum for Mathematics. This describes in detail what pupils must learn in each year group. Details of the Programme of Study for Mathematics can be found on the link below:
Mathematics equips pupils with the uniquely powerful set of tools to understand and change the world. These tools include logical reasoning, problem solving skills and the ability to think in abstract ways.
Mathematics is important in everyday life. It is integral to all aspects of life and with this in mind, at Clarborough Primary, we endeavour to ensure that children develop a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards mathematics that will stay with them throughout their lives.
It is vital that a positive attitude towards mathematics is encouraged amongst all of our pupils in order to foster confidence and achievement in a skill that is essential in our society. At Clarborough we use the White Rose Maths Hub scheme as the basis of our mathematics programme. We are committed to ensuring that all pupils achieve age related expectation in key concepts of mathematics, appropriate for their age group, in order that they make genuine progress and avoid gaps in their understanding which could become barriers to learning as they move through education. We hope to embed these skills through the repetition of key concepts and providing continuous opportunities develop mathematical arithmetic and reasoning skills.
We aim to provide a comprehensive Mathematics curriculum delivered through high quality teaching to develop individuals who are numerate, creative, independent, inquisitive, enquiring and confident. We also aim to provide a stimulating environment and adequate resources so that pupils can develop their mathematical skills to the full.
The National Multiplication Tables check is a test for all Year 4 pupils. The purpose of the check is to determine whether your child can fluently recall their times tables up to 12, which is essential for future success in Mathematics. Under the current National Curriculum, children are supposed to know their times tables by the end of Year 4.
The Multiplication Check is an on-screen digital assessment consisting of 25 questions. Children must answer each question within 6 seconds so the whole test will take less than 5 minutes to complete. Your child will be able to answer 3 practise questions before taking the actual assessment.
When we receive the results, we will share them with you and your child. Please note, there is no 'pass mark' and your child cannot fail this assessment. The purpose of the check is to help teachers identify which children are falling behind and target areas where they're not being given a chance to succeed.
How can you support your child at home?
Encourage children to play TT Rockstars as often as possible. Small 5-minute daily sessions will help children to learn their times tables more than one long session once a week. The Soundcheck is very similar to the Multiplication Check.
Quiz your child regularly at home. This could be when you are making dinner or in the car.
Display a poster with all the times tables facts at home.
Create flash cards with your children and let them play with friends, siblings, grandparents etc. They could write the answer on the back and test themselves.
Chanting their times tables is an excellent way to learn. They could do this every time they walk up and down the stairs problem to | eng | 25950162-f082-4b90-9a6f-60fd9790f041 | https://www.clarborough.notts.sch.uk/web/maths/350314 |
Implementation of Cost Leadership Strategy in Indonesian Fertilizer Company
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The increasing global population drives up food demand which means crop production needs to increase. To achieve that, fertilizer is used. Many industries, including the fertilizer industry, are feeling the impact of COVID 19. This paperpresents the implementation of cost leadership strategy in Indonesia fertilizer company, the effect of COVID 19 on the fertilizer industry, and how the strategy is used to achieve competitiveness. This paper also discusses the impact of the implementation of cost leadership strategy to the company's financial performance. Based on the result, the five components of the cost leadership strategy can be fulfilled by the company. However, for the component that consumers have the power to bargain the price is not in accordance with the fertilizer industry. This is generally due to the fact that fertilizer prices in Indonesia depend on and affect world fertilizer prices. The impact of the implementation of the cost leadership strategy is carrying out effectiveness such as operational costs, managing inventory, and the use of raw materials. | eng | 8c8ce546-aab6-4fc3-b7db-22bf92574633 | https://index.ieomsociety.org/index.cfm/article/view/ID/10735 |
7 Principles for Healthy and Sustainable Success
Everyone wants a happy and successful life, and most only dream it, very few actually make efforts and make it a reality. Being happy and successful is not just for a few but for everyone, and everyone can have it with little changes in the lifestyle, attitude, and perseverance. Below are some time-tested principles for sustainable and healthy success.
Gratitude
Gratitude is the one thing that makes your past brilliant, your present happy and your future bright. Say "Thank You" to God every day you wake up and when you go to bed for the life God has given you. Gratitude is one of the most important components of reducing stress and anxiety. It helps the mind to focus on what's working well and therefore see and create more opportunities which lead to success and happiness.
Empathy/Forgiveness
Too err is human, everyone makes mistakes and it's something that can't be avoided. You need to learn to forgive yourself to be happy. Do let go of the past failures and move forward that's the only way you can remain fully focused on present challenges and possibilities. Holding on to things you regret or holding a grudge takes away mental peace. Forgiving others and yourself is deeply connected with emotional intelligence and understanding why a certain action was taken – or not, and developing empathy. So, learn to forgive and move on.
Accountability
You have to take responsibility for your life no matter what happens. If you are accountable you are in control. The ego loves to blame others and outer circumstances for things that went wrong and loves being responsible for good results. So, level up your game in life and business by realizing that you are completely responsible for the outcomes you create. When you realize that you're in control, it gives you the chance to change situations, take actions and turn things around and help you get happy and sustainable success.
Enjoy the Pursuit of Your Potential
Challenges make you grow, learn, go beyond your comfort zone and develop you into a newer and better version of yourself. Only reaching goal after goal on the search for fulfillment while feeling miserable between achievements will set you up for misery. Happiness lies in the pursuit, not in the outcome. So, enjoy the pursuit of your potential.
Detach Your Happiness from the Outcome
Learn to detach yourself from the outcome and enjoy the process. Successful people measure their results and have the tendency to tying their worth and outcomes closely together, which puts them on an emotional rollercoaster. Focus on your efforts and how you can congratulate yourself on them that would make you more satisfied and happy.
Good Enough
Be good enough to yourself and don't feel of yourself as unworthy or not good enough when you don't create results. Because you feel satisfied and happy when you prove to yourself and not the world, and when you know that you are working as much as you can to achieve your goals there is no reason to feel yourself as unworthy. Do not compare your success with others.
Get Past Your Ego
You need to switch your approach and go beyond reaching success in order to discover more fulfillment, happiness and emotional well-being! If you want to create resilience, sustainable performance and thrive, you have to let go of the idea that the outcomes you produce are making you happy. Rather the work you are doing to achieve those results are making you happy that you are trying your level best to achieve those results. Life is about experiences. Stop letting your ego stand in your way of feeling content and focus on how you can be grateful of your past, present and future. Gratitude is the feeling you want to carry with you no matter what. It's the very feeling that makes you feel alive.
These simple principles if imbibed in life will give you better results, happiness, success and a healthy life. | eng | d6f0096d-d32e-4525-b177-869ecc40b3dc | https://inspiredtalks.in/happy-life/ |
Now@@ you've reached the top of the Colosseum.,
However@@ there is always someone above you in the world of keyboid masters.,
There are some monsterous keyboid masters I can't even match in here.,
You've reached this far. I bet you want to push the envelope.,
See how far you can go.,ch12019/06/dancer.png,css1width:240px,css1left:0px,
You are my opponent~mhmhm~. It's been a while to engage in combat..,
~Nobody has even challenged me.~,
~This is not a Colosseum show.~,
It's just serious combat to see how far you can go.~,
As an aside@@ did you know that level 30 is the limit for keyboids?~,
From here@@ you will find it difficult to go further without raising your keyboid level.~,
Okay@@ ~shall we dance?~0801000708500047100202019/06/haikei310-5.jpgse31max-width:600px;max-height:400px;1 | eng | f9cd2991-6830-4158-a8c9-6b3a1baa309b | https://en.typingerz.com/colosseum/c18 |
Semantic AI
Semantic AI is a software firm that helps organizations make sense of their data. Their context engine allows users to analyze data in context, revealing hidden connections and producing informed business decisions. The company's founders have a background in connecting data for intelligence communities, but now aim to share their technology across industries. They focus on making humans smarter, using computational capabilities to augment human intelligence. Semantic AI's goal is to help teams avoid risk and create new opportunities through Augmented Intelligence. | eng | 96b7ad1e-8317-4fc6-b1d8-decddd66b6f7 | https://www.americanconference.com/emergingtechnology/sponsors/semantic-ai/ |
Machining
Program Objectives
The vocational program Machining prepares students to practice the trade of machinist.
The program of study aims to develop the skills necessary to perform trade-related tasks and train individuals capable of interpreting blueprints and solving mathematical problems related to machining with machine tools, manual and automatic programming, and machining simple and complex parts of mass production. Machinists must manufacture, modify, repair, or maintain precision parts using machine tools and equipment that require different work methods.
Machinists set up and operate a variety of conventional machine tools (such as milling machines, lathes, boring machines, grinders, drills) and numerical control machine tools (such as numerical control lathes, machining centres), in addition to programming the latter. Machinists perform quality control of products with measuring instruments as well as related activities before, during and after machining operations. Machined parts may be unique or mass-produced, simple or complex. Machinists work in the manufacturing of metal products, polymer products and other materials, transportation equipment, machinery, aerospace products and parts.
Admission PrerequisitesGDT) and the specific prerequisites (see the following table), or recognition of equivalent learning
Specific Prerequisites
Language of instruction
Second language
Mathematics
Adults
Youth
Adults
Youth
Adults
Youth
ENG-1101-4 ou (ENG-1061-3)
632-106 ou (632-212)
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563-206 ou (563-212)
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Machinists, also referred to as machining tool operators, set up, program and operate machine tools (lathe, milling machine, boring machine, shears, etc.). They machine, adjust and grind mechanical parts in various types of metals (such as steel, aluminum, copper, stainless steel) and verify the dimensions of the machined parts using measuring tools. As part of their duties in the workshop or factory, they may have to perform maintenance on machine tools. It is a meticulous and precise job that requires concentration. A career as a machinist is suitable for people who enjoy working with objects. | eng | 2dddaff5-c47b-4c11-85fc-78f7e4b0038f | https://cbm.cssvdc.gouv.qc.ca/formation-professionnelle/choix-programmes/machining/ |
Independent clinical studies have shown that it reduces the time it takes to fall asleep, reduces the chance to wake up at night to prolong your sleeping time and generally improve the overall quality of sleep, regardless if someone has a problem or not. For this reason it is known as «God's Valium».
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Product code: 228-1308 main action of the root of the plant is sedative, antispasmodic and hypotensive and may be used as a general pain reliever when the pain associated with nervous tension and migraine. Also acts against parasitic worms in the digestive system.
Valerian is most commonly used for sleep disorders, especially the inability to sleep (insomnia). It is frequently combined with hops, lemon balm, or other herbs that also cause drowsiness. Some people who are trying to withdraw from the use of "sleeping pills" use valerian to help them sleep after they have tapered the dose of the sleeping pill. There is some scientific evidence that valerian works for sleep disorders, although not all studies are positive.
Valerian is also used for conditions connected to anxiety and psychological stress including nervous asthma, hysterical states, excitability, fear of illness (hypochondria), headaches, migraine, and stomach upset. | eng | 65c6d3f7-fea8-4b2b-a196-4b6b9206159f | https://www.bachari.gr/en/herbs/valerian-root-valeriana-officinalis |
Steroids and muscle relaxers together, steroid zayıflama kürü
Steroids and muscle relaxers together
Steroids affect your normal metabolism in two basic ways, and together they result in greater muscle massand greater strength. What you know about steroid effects will help you to understand muscle biochemistry better, but there are a few other factors, like genetics and diet that have a big impact on muscle size.I've written at length on this subject in my book, The Protein Book, but in this article we're mostly interested in the effects of androgens on muscle tissue. As we noted before, anabolic steroid use increases protein synthesis and protein breakdown, steroids and thyroid medication. As you're adding protein to your muscles, you're also adding energy, steroids and hair loss. If the body is under the influence of steroids, that energy is not going to be stored in body fat.The effect of anabolic steroids on muscle tissue follows the same principle as anabolic hormones, muscle together relaxers and steroids. First, you'll see an increase in muscle protein density, steroids and cutting. Second, you'll probably see an increase in the amount of muscle tissue. And third, you'll probably see an increase in strength, steroids and borderline personality disorder.So you'll see the muscle gain and the strength gain, but not the fat loss. The fat loss is what you usually associate with androgens, steroids and cutting.For those unfamiliar with testosterone, it is very similar to androgens such as estrogen and androstenedione—the byproduct of androgens. That is to say, it has both anabolic and androgenic effects, although testosterone has far more androgenic properties at high doses, steroids and thyroid medication.Testosterone-ATestosterone-A works by increasing your testosterone level and increasing muscle mass. The effect goes more toward anabolic than anandrogenic effects, although they are similar.Testosterone-BTestosterone-B works to raise your testosterone, but not muscle mass, steroids and borderline personality disorder. It won't increase muscle mass at all, either. What it will do is increase your testosterone, but not your muscle mass.Testosterone-CTestosterone-C works along similar lines to testosterone-A, except that it doesn't work through increased muscle or strength, steroids and hair loss0. Testosterone-C works by increasing your testosterone, but not by stimulating muscle growth.In men, testosterone levels usually fall within a range around the midrange of normal, steroids and muscle relaxers together. That is to say, your baseline testosterone levels in an adult male can range from 30-45 ng/ml (ng/dl). This may be where your androgen excess starts in your body. If you stay within this range, it will work to increase testosterone, steroids and hair loss2.
Steroid zayıflama kürü
Testosterone steroid gel or anabolic steroid cream is the most popular one which almost every steroid user heard about. It works by reducing androgenic activity in the body, but it also increases androgen levels. This is exactly the opposite of the androgenic effects, and it is the reason why some people get side effects such as loss of muscle or hair, or severe achiness when using a testosterone gel or cream, steroids and elevated liver enzymes.But the problem with this steroid is that it also can increase the risk of prostate cancer, steroids and sleepers. The hormone testosterone is secreted by the prostate gland and its secretion is controlled by steroid receptors on the prostatic cells, and these receptors are affected by a variety of substances, steroid zayıflama kürü. There are also certain steroid receptors that are specific to certain genotypes of men (for example, high and low testosterone genotypes. Certain hormones can also bind to these receptors, but there are also a number of factors, including exposure to certain chemicals, that are thought to influence the level of testosterone in the body).The way in which some people take testosterone has been implicated as being responsible for a number of sexual health problems in men, steroids and oxygen saturation. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. It is also the most deadly, steroids and ice. The cancer cells, known as prostate cancer cells, produce prostaglandins, and these are one of the reasons that the cancer of the prostate has a higher mortality rate than the cancer of the breast and ovaries. One of the main reasons for this is that some men have a genetic predisposition towards developing prostate cancer, and they will have a higher degree of testosterone production than other men.This can be a cause of a number of problems, including, but not limited to prostate inflammation, inflammation in the prostate (which can cause symptoms of prostate enlargement such as hot flashes and erectile dysfunction), increased androgens in the blood stream which can cause prostate cancer or testicular atrophy in men, and prostate-related hormone deficiency (PDH), which can cause a decline in testosterone production in the body.So what does this mean for men taking testosterone, steroids and oxygen saturation? It may mean stopping having your next ejaculation. Some men report feeling an increase in their libido that isn't noticeable and may not last long after a period of stop taking the testosterone, steroids and hair loss. Others report a loss of libido and problems when they start to cycle again, kürü steroid zayıflama. Some men also report problems getting hard again immediately upon start use and when they are using the testosterone gel or cream, so some men need to be concerned about the possible side effects of these products.
Testosterone Cycle (For Beginners) Testosterone cypionate and enanthate are the most popular types of testosterone for beginners(20+ years old). However, there is a difference in the amount of testosterone that you can produce from each. Enanthate is the most potent of the three types of testosterone. It makes up approximately 70 percent of an individual's testosterone supply. Testosterone cypionate only has about 25 percent of the effectiveness of enanthate and only about 20 percent of the effectiveness of testosterone cypionate. Testosterone and Enanthate The Body's T-Glucose System and Liver Enanthate, Testosterone, and Enanthate are all produced by the body and are in a state of equilibrium with sugar. This is why you can get all of the hormones you need from one cup of milk without an ill effect. The body is a very complicated system and it is easy to overload (see our list of problems for more information on this topic). If the body can't handle the hormonal effects of sugar (and also the other substances in our diet), there is nothing it can do. But even if it can, your liver may not be in equilibrium with your hormones. Your liver metabolizes some types of hormones quickly. Enanthate, Testosterone, and Enanthate can be very quickly metabolized to lactic acid (lactate) in the kidneys. So even if your liver seems to balance out hormone levels, the body will continue to "overwhelm" in energy and nutrients. However, if your body can maintain proper hormone levels, you will likely be able to maintain proper energy levels when the energy system gets hit. If not, you may need to take extra supplements to keep the hormone levels in an optimal state. To prevent this situation, it is important to keep the liver in the optimum state of balance.How Does Low Testosterone Impact Your Body?Many individuals feel great physically as they age. However, the overall levels of hormones that you may feel good physically are affected by low testosterone levels. The average person who is over 50 years of age will have a testosterone level of 30 to 34 ng/liter. For the average person under 30 years of age the average testosterone level is less than 30 ng/liter. This means that if you are under the age of 30, you likely have lower levels than your father or grandfather. So if you are over 50 and you have low testosterone. You will experience a lot of the same problems that are occurring in younger people, but you will likely be experiencing more of a problem. However, these problems tend to go away afterRelated Article: | eng | 845a3b45-6680-48aa-b2d0-b66622633700 | https://www.mcneilcadetexcellence.com/forum/general-discussion/steroids-and-muscle-relaxers-together-steroid-zayiflama-kuru |
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Queens New York Criminal Lawyer
October 16, 2023
Queens New York Criminal Lawyer
When you're in need of a Queens New York criminal lawyer , consider Michael Dreishpoon . With a proven track record in criminal defense cases in the Queens area, Dreishpoon is dedicated to fighting for justice in complex criminal matters. Be smart, and seek the invaluable legal aid you need.
Queens, located in New York City, is known for its diverse population and bustling neighborhoods. However, like any other city, it has its fair share of criminal activities. Whether you are charged with drug offenses, assault, theft, or any other criminal offense, having a reputable criminal lawyer by your side is essential.
In this article, we will explore the role of a Queens New York criminal lawyer, the legal process, areas of expertise, legal rights, and the potential penalties and consequences you may face if convicted.
If you are in need of legal assistance in Queens, it is crucial to find a criminal lawyer who specializes in the specific area of law relevant to your case. They should have a deep understanding of state and federal criminal laws and extensive experience defending clients in Queens and the surrounding areas.
Now, let's delve into the details of what a Queens New York criminal lawyer can offer and what you should expect when facing criminal charges in Queens.
Criminal Defense
One of the primary roles of a criminal lawyer is to provide a strong defense for their clients. They are well-versed in various types of criminal charges, including drug offenses, assault, theft, white-collar crimes, and domestic violence. Regardless of the nature of the charges, a criminal lawyer will work diligently to protect your rights and develop a strategic defense.
The accused have several rights, including the right to remain silent, the right to an attorney, and the right to a fair trial. A knowledgeable criminal lawyer will ensure that these rights are upheld throughout the legal process. They will gather evidence, interview witnesses, and challenge any inconsistencies to provide you with a strong defense.
Criminal defense strategies can vary depending on the specifics of each case. A skilled criminal lawyer will carefully analyze the circumstances, review the evidence, and devise the most effective defense strategy. They may employ tactics such as proving lack of intent, challenging the credibility of witnesses, or identifying procedural errors.
Hiring a criminal lawyer is crucial because they have the expertise and knowledge to navigate the complex legal system. They understand the intricacies of criminal law and can provide invaluable advice and guidance throughout the entire process. Their representation can significantly impact the outcome of your case.
Legal Process
Understanding the legal process is essential when facing criminal charges. A criminal lawyer will guide you through each step and ensure that your rights are protected. The process typically begins with the arrest and booking process, where the police gather information about the alleged offense and take the suspect into custody.
Once arrested, the defendant may be eligible for bail, depending on the severity of the charges. A criminal lawyer can assist in securing bail and advocating for the client's release. They will also explain the conditions of bail and the consequences of violating them.
The laws in New York can be intricate and challenging to navigate without the guidance of a professional. That's where a criminal lawyer from Queens, New York steps in. You can learn more about such highly-qualified professionals on the Facebook page of Queens Criminal Defense Attorney.
Preliminary hearings are conducted to determine if there is enough evidence to proceed with the case. A criminal lawyer will represent you during these hearings, challenge any weak evidence presented by the prosecution, and strive to have the charges dismissed or reduced.
If the case proceeds to trial, a criminal lawyer will construct a strong defense, present evidence, cross-examine witnesses, and advocate for your innocence. They will skillfully argue your case and work towards a favorable verdict.
In the event of a conviction, a criminal lawyer can still help mitigate the consequences. They can explore options for appeals, negotiate reduced sentences, or argue for alternatives to incarceration, such as probation or rehabilitation programs.
Areas of Expertise
Queens New York criminal lawyers have expertise in various areas of criminal law. They can handle cases related to drug crimes, including possession, distribution, and manufacturing of illegal substances. They understand the intricacies of drug laws and can build a strong defense strategy.
Assault and battery charges can have severe consequences. A criminal lawyer will defend you against these charges by scrutinizing the evidence, challenging witness credibility, and presenting alternative explanations for the alleged assault.
Theft and robbery charges are taken seriously in Queens. A criminal lawyer will analyze the evidence, assess the credibility of witnesses, and challenge any weaknesses in the prosecution's case. They will strive to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome.
White-collar crimes, such as embezzlement, fraud, and identity theft, require a skilled criminal lawyer with experience in complex financial matters. They will meticulously review the evidence, analyze financial records, and develop a robust defense strategy to protect your interests.
Domestic violence charges can have a significant impact on both the accused and the victim. A criminal lawyer will work towards resolving the case with the least amount of harm, taking into account the emotions and complexities involved. They will fight for your rights and strive for a fair resolution.
Role of a Criminal Lawyer
A criminal lawyer plays a vital role in providing legal advice to their clients. They will explain the charges, the potential consequences, and the available legal options. They will help you make informed decisions and guide you through the complexities of the legal system.
In addition to providing legal advice, a criminal lawyer will investigate the case thoroughly. They will review police reports, interview witnesses, collect evidence, and consult with experts if necessary. This investigation is crucial in building a strong defense strategy.
Building a strong defense is a key responsibility of a criminal lawyer. They will use the information gathered during the investigation to challenge the prosecution's case. This may involve identifying inconsistencies, presenting alternative explanations, or questioning the credibility of witnesses.
Ensuring you get acquitted of false accusation charges requires the right representation. A legal expert, especially a Queens, NY criminal lawyer with local understanding, will be able to guide you smoothly. Checkout the highly-rated Law Offices of Michael Dreishpoon on Yelp for further details.
Negotiating plea bargains is another essential role of a criminal lawyer. They will negotiate with the prosecution to secure a favorable plea deal, if appropriate. This may involve reducing charges, lessening the severity of penalties, or exploring alternative sentencing options.
Be proactive in defending your rights when faced with criminal charges in Queens, New York. The adept attorneys specializing in criminal law present in Queens are skilled at handling such situations. Linked to this expertise is Michael Dreishpoon's LinkedIn profile , detailing his vast experience in the courtroom.
If the case goes to trial, a criminal lawyer will represent you in court. They will present your defense, cross-examine witnesses, object to improper evidence, and argue your case before the judge and jury. Their expertise and courtroom experience are invaluable in ensuring a fair trial.
Legal Rights
In the face of legal adversities, it is essential to consult with a proficient defense attorney in Queens, New York . Understanding nuances of the criminal law system is critical in building a strong defense. Hence, don't hesitate to consult with a reputed Queens New York criminal lawyer like Michael Dreishpoon .
When facing criminal charges, it is essential to understand your legal rights. You have the right to remain silent and avoid self-incrimination. A criminal lawyer will ensure that you exercise this right and avoid making statements that could be used against you.
The right to an attorney is fundamental, and a criminal lawyer will ensure that this right is upheld. They will provide you with dedicated legal representation, protect your interests, and advocate for your rights throughout the legal proceedings.
Everyone has the right to a fair trial. A criminal lawyer will work tirelessly to ensure that your trial is fair and unbiased. They will challenge any prosecutorial misconduct, present a robust defense, and ensure that all evidence is properly considered.
The right to confront witnesses is crucial in a criminal trial. A criminal lawyer will cross-examine witnesses, challenge their credibility, and expose any inconsistencies in their testimony. This helps to ensure a fair and reliable determination of the truth.
The right against self-incrimination protects individuals from being forced to testify against themselves. A criminal lawyer will advise you on when and how to exercise this right to the fullest extent, preventing any potential self-incrimination.
Penalties and Consequences
If convicted of a crime, you may face various penalties, including jail time. A criminal lawyer will strive to minimize the length of incarceration and explore alternatives, such as probation or community service.
Fines and restitution are common penalties for criminal convictions. A criminal lawyer will work towards reducing the amount of fines imposed and ensure that any restitution is fair and reasonable.
Probation is a sentencing option that allows individuals to serve their sentence outside of jail. A criminal lawyer can advocate for probation instead of incarceration, highlighting factors such as community ties, rehabilitation potential, and remorse.
In some cases, mandatory counseling or treatment programs may be ordered. A criminal lawyer will ensure that any required counseling is appropriate and in line with the needs of the accused.
Lastly, a criminal conviction can result in a permanent criminal record, which can have long-term consequences for employment, housing, and other aspects of life. A criminal lawyer will work towards minimizing the impact of a conviction and explore options for expungement or sealing of records. | eng | ff0849e6-acc6-4261-868e-23dea471d7ff | https://www.georgiasimmerling.com/posts/queens-new-york-criminal-lawyer/ |
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How does CRM software work?
The technological landscape of today is constantly changing, and customer relationship management (CRM) software plays an integral role in perfecting business processes and addressing customer needs. But how does this essential tool work and what benefits do businesses stand to gain from its use? How do CRM systems add value to a business and how can they help facilitate and improve customer service?
In today's digital world, businesses need to streamline customer service and increase lead automation if they hope to stay on top of the competition. This is particularly true for the service industry, where customer relationships must be maintained if a company is to be successful. Poor customer service can result in negative reputation, low customer loyalty, and frustrations that can cost businesses both time and money. CRM software provides an invaluable way to automate customer service processes and improve customer experience.
In this article, you will learn about the fundamentals of CRM software, covering topics such as its purpose, its common features, its benefits, and best practices for deploying a CRM system. We will break these concepts down to make them easy to understand and explain why CRM systems are so essential for businesses of all sizes. You will also gain insight into the process of evaluating, deploying, and managing CRM software and understand how it can assist in providing quality customer service.
Finally, this article will look at the various options available for CRM software, including cloud-based, on-premise, and hybrid systems. We will explore the benefits of each to help you choose the best solution for your business needs and budget. By the end of this article, you should be in a position to make an informed decision about the best CRM system for you.
Definitions
Customer relationship management (CRM) software is a tool for businesses to better manage their relationships and interactions with potential and existing customers. It does this by providing features such as customer segmentation, lead management, contact and account management, sales cycle tracking, analytics and reporting, integration with other software, and more.
CRM software is often used by businesses for marketing and customer service purposes, helping them to focus on their customers, understand their needs and create long-term loyalty. By making use of this data, they can identify opportunities and improve their revenue generation. Customer segmentation is the process of grouping customers into distinct groups who have similar characteristics. It helps businesses identify trends and opportunities and determine the most effective market strategy for different customer segments. Lead management is a system for tracking leads and prospects by monitoring and capturing data about their relevant activities. It can help define, gauge, and track leads through the sales process and identify potential customers. Contact and account management allows businesses to organize and store their customer information in one place. This includes basic contact details, information about their relationship with the business, and history of their activities. Sales cycle tracking enables businesses to track customer activities that take place during the sales cycle, including any inquiries, conversations, and purchases. Analytics and reporting enables businesses to uncover deep insights into customer behavior and preferences. This helps to optimize marketing planning and create personalized customer engagement. Integration with other software gives businesses the ability to create an integrated system by connecting CRM to other software, such as marketing automation, accounting and inventory management. This helps to streamline processes and improve business efficiency.
CRM software can help businesses to better understand and serve their customers, grow relationships, and ultimately increase customer loyalty and conversion. By providing features such as segmentation, lead management, contact and account management, sales cycle tracking, analytics and reporting, and integration with other software, CRM has become an invaluable tool for businesses looking to create happy and loyal customers.
What is CRM Software?
What is CRM Software?
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software is an integrated suite of tools and applications that help businesses establish and maintain relationships with customers. It is used to manage customer data, track customer interactions, and automate customer service processes. CRM software can be used to create loyalty programs, increase customer retention, and improve customer service. It also provides valuable insights into customer behavior, enabling businesses to better understand their customers and make decisions based on data.
CRM software is designed to provide businesses with a comprehensive view of their entire customer base. It tracks customer data such as their purchasing history, contact information, product preferences, and other relevant information. This data can then be used for purposes such as segmenting customers into groups, providing personalized offers and discounts, and creating targeted marketing campaigns.
The following are some of the key features of CRM software:
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Benefits of Using CRM Software
Benefits of Using CRM Software
"The first rule of any technology used in a business is that automation applied to an efficient operation will magnify the efficiency. The second is that automation applied to an inefficient operation will magnify the inefficiency." – Bill Gates
Customer Relationships Management (CRM) software is a computerized system designed to manage company's interactions with current and potential customers. By consolidating customer information into a single system or database, companies can effectively manage customer relationships in a way that no manual system is ever capable of. Additionally, the unified customer data source provides companies with powerful insight and, when combined with analytics, can predict customer behaviors and serve up engaging customer experiences.
Augmenting customer service
CRM software plays a critical role in augmenting customer service. By gathering up-to-date customer data, CRM enables companies to better understand each customer's needs and preferences. This allows companies to provide more personalized and relevant offers and experiences to customers. Furthermore, with the help of CRM, companies are able to track customer buying behavior over time. Organizations can use CRM to identify buying trends and develop relationships or loyalty programs that further improve customer experiences.
Maximizing effectiveness of marketing campaigns
CRM can also reduce marketing costs since it enables companies to segment customers and markets, allowing companies to target their marketing campaigns more accurately. For instance, CRM software helps companies get an overview of market trends, segment customers, analyze competitors and identify key opinion makers and potential ambassadors. All these help brands to better target customers with relevant offers and create more effective campaigns that would maximize returns and reduce marketing cost.
In conclusion, CRM software provides companies with an unprecedented capability to better manage customer relationships and maximize marketing effectiveness. By understanding and analyzing customer behavior over time, companies can offer customers more personalized and relevant offers, all of which will help improve customer retention and drive sales growth.
How to Use CRM Software Effectively
What is Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software?
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software is an application that enables companies to manage their interactions with current and potential customers. It helps companies track contacts, capture leads, and analyze customer behaviors, including buying habits and preferences. By providing the ability to centralize customer information, CRM software offers businesses powerful insights, allowing them to improve customer relationships and accelerate sales growth.
"Data helps you decide making decisions in business. Use the data wisely and you will see the benefit." – Jack Ma, Chinese business magnate and founder of Alibaba Group.
What Problems Does CRM Software Address?
CRM software helps businesses solve key customer relationship challenges. It enables organizations to easily engage with customers and understand their needs, interests, and preferences. Companies can use CRM software to efficiently manage customer data, capture valuable customer insights, and improve marketing efforts. Additionally, CRM software helps businesses boost sales productivity by streamlining processes such as lead generation, customer onboarding, and sales order tracking.
In today's competitive world, where customers have access to more information and resources than ever before, CRM software helps companies stay ahead by leveraging customer data and insights. By using CRM software, companies can gain valuable insights into their current customers and identify potential opportunities for customer growth. This helps businesses build stronger relationships with their customers and stay competitive in the market.
Finally, CRM software helps businesses reduce operational costs by streamlining processes. By automating tasks such as lead generation, customer onboarding, and sales order tracking, businesses can save time and resources, allowing them to focus on more important tasks. Additionally, CRM software helps improve customer service by providing businesses with the tools to effectively respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
To summarize, CRM software is an invaluable tool for businesses of all sizes. It helps companies efficiently manage customer data, capture valuable customer insights, and improve marketing efforts. Additionally, CRM software helps businesses reduce operational costs by streamlining processes and improve customer service by providing real-time customer support.
Conclusion
With so much modern technology at hand, it's no wonder that businesses are increasingly relying on customer relationship management (CRM) software to organize and improve their customer relations. But how does this all work? How can CRM software help enhance customer experience and make communication more effective?
Thinking about these questions can lead to some fascinating insights into the way that CRM software can be used, both to manage customer data and to increase the effectiveness of customer interactions. Customer service reps can make use of CRM software to build relationships with customers and to deliver accurate, convenient service that can improve overall customer satisfaction. CRM software can also be leveraged to deliver information quickly and to help identify trends or patterns that may be useful for customer service decision-making.
For businesses that are ready to make the leap and incorporate CRM software into their company, the possibilities are truly exciting. If you want to get in-depth information about CRM software and to get the latest updates regarding newly-released products, you can follow our blog for more details. We are always adding new information to our blog and we'll make sure that you won't miss a thing when it comes to CRM software. So, keep on the lookout and stay informed with our blogs!
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What is CRM software? CRM software is software used by businesses to organize customer and prospect data, track sales performance, and create a better customer relationship. It helps businesses analyze customer interactions and helps them create better user experiences. What can CRM software do? CRM software can help organize customer and prospect data, track sales performance, and create better customer relationships. It can also help businesses analyze customer interactions and provide insights for business decisions. What are the benefits of CRM software? CRM software can provide businesses with improved customer relationship management, better sales performance tracking, and increased customer insight. With this insight, businesses can better tailor their products and services to the customer's needs and expectations. How does a business implement CRM software? Businesses can implement CRM software by selecting a vendor, researching options, and investing in professional training, implementation, and customization. It is important for a business to ensure that the CRM software they choose meets their needs and is updated regularly. What are some tips for getting the most out of CRM software? Businesses should ensure that they clearly define their business objectives and goals when selecting a CRM software. Additionally, businesses should involve their staff in the process and ensure that the software is tailored to their needs. Businesses should also regularly update and train staff on the use of the CRM software. | eng | 940820bb-db45-417a-94d2-b2bc0af53d54 | https://techriyo.com/blog/how-does-crm-software-work-3/ |
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Why Do Leaves Change Color?
A lesson from children about etiology, phenomenology, epistemology, and learning ethics from nature
Asking questions about autumn
The sun's path appears to be bending south, adding a dull hue to summer's bright skies. The last efforts at growth showcase the skills of plants not yet ready to die. Humidity vacates the air, replaced by a crisp breeze. Even the sun seems compelled to offer new ventures of color — bending light among increased clouds, resulting in vibrant displays of reds, oranges, and the occasional purple on the horizon at the end of a now-shortened day.
It is the one time of year those of us living in temperate climates take pride in our weather.
There is nothing quite comparable to the season called Autumn.
Outside the pumpkin spice craze, there's nothing I would get rid of about this season. I've lived in climates that escape winter's cold and, if I'm honest, my soul felt empty without Fall. The taste of a fresh Northern Spy apple picked in late October, the smell of a recently harvested field, and the increased attention we give to celebrating life as we sense the closing of a year and the onset of winter.
I have yet to mention the most visible, striking, and physically awe-inspiring event of Autumn — something my area of residence boasts about. The animated alteration of the trees as their foliage abruptly changes from the assumed green of summer's spell to a cascading cornucopia of deep, rich palettes.
Our culture loves this phenomenon. Folks take special vacations just to see it. There are travel guides revealing the routes to take to see the most and best changing foliage possible. Why are we so mesmerized by this process? Most other plants end their year by quickly fading into a beige piece of compost. But not trees. Both marvelous and mystifying, why don't leaves suffer the same fate as most every other living plant as the year ends?
But the question is worth asking: Why do leaves change color?
The answer not only deepens our appreciation of the physical world but can provide existential insights into our strange… | eng | bee4845f-dd9e-413c-b57c-41deee55eaf0 | https://humanparts.medium.com/why-do-leaves-change-color-393d86c7fade |
Besides the 2 decks I already had, I created 2 new ones so I have more words to review.
When I first wrote the CheckPracticeAnswerUseCaseImpl, I was checking if the difference was smaller than 4 characters. That didn't work very well so I changed it to be 20% of the correct answer length. In a 5 characters word, only 1 character can be off.
In part 1, I showed you a prototype of the app including the screen below. It's another way to practice cards. Instead of typing the answer, the user has to pick the right answer.
This is a useful functionality so I decided implement it. The existing code only supported the case where the user types something, for new case I modified the code so it's extensible and also allows other cases in the future.
I was not sure how to implement this, so I decided to get something working first and then refactor it. The implementation I'll show below is messy but that's okay because on day 19 I went over it and refactored this code.
This is how the PracticeSession looked like, it only returns a list of cards to be reviewed. I had to change it to also include how the card should be reviewed.
To do that I created the PracticeType interface, the implementations define how the card should be reviewed and also have additional information, for example, I need a list of options to show when the multiple options case is displayed to the user. All types have a DeckCard because that's what is used to check the answer.
After that, I had to change the PracticeSessionCreator because I had changed the PracticeSession class.
I set MULTIPLE_OPTION_PROBABILITY to 30, meaning there's a 30% chance that a card will be reviewed using the multiple option type. I only proceed if the card outputs are 1 word only. I create validOptions that only contains the possible answers excluding the right answer. After that I just create the CardPractice.MultipleTextOptions using 3 possible answer + the right answer.
I want to start using this app to learn languages but at the moment it's very hard given it only stores things in memory. To be able to use the app we need either to store things locally or create the backend service.
I chose to add a local database because I'll use it for caching later anyway. I'm using Room as the database.
Let me explain the architecture I'm using for this part of the project.
First of all, all code related to Room stays in the repository implementation layer. I don't want to leak it into other layers of the projects. The benefit of doing this is that I was able to migrate my project from using an in-memory list to a database by just changing the data layer. No need to change any use case or view model because of that. If in the future I choose to use a backend service, I'll only have to change the data layer. That's the beauty of abstracting your layers.
Inside the repository implementation package there are 3 other packages:
data this is where I define the database entities. For example I created DeckData and DackCardData, some people use the Entity sufix instead but it's the same thing.
mapper this is where the mapper lives. It maps from the database entity to a domain entity and from a domain entity to a database entity. This is done so the database classes don't leak into other layers of the app.
dao this is where the DAO is implemented. It's the class Room uses to define a database table.
Adding all these classes certainly increases the complexity of the project but for me it's a worth trade off. | eng | 4c7546d1-bebc-48fa-b6da-2a17f9726a9f | https://victorbrandalise.com/building-a-language-learning-app-with-compose-part-5/ |
'President Alvi could announce election date anytime'
ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi on Monday had a follow-up meeting with the caretaker Law Minister Ahmed Irfan Aslam to discuss matters related to the upcoming general elections. Their first meeting took place the previous week.
Jang quoting sources said that the president could announce the date of elections any time soon.
The president's legal team and attorney general have advised him against doing so as it could lead to a legal and political crisis. The law minister has conveyed to the President that the authority to declare the date of the elections rests with the Election Commission of Pakistan. | eng | 89c356dc-8d85-4ddb-973e-a4721d08fd80 | https://humnews.pk/pakistan/president-alvi-could-announce-election-date-anytime/ |
bit of a particular question, but how are Muslims to deal with fraudsters and malicious cons? How are transactions, trade, or deals initially agreed upon supposed to be enforced when legal institutions aren't a viable option (for example in remote villages, an informal loan or deal made between people in civil society, or simply because legal action would be too costly)? Are we expected to turn the other cheek and allow such people in those circumstances to get away with it scot-free?
While Judaism teaches justice and Christianity teaches forgiveness, Islam gives us both as options. It gives us the right to do what fair and just, but it also recommends to us to do what is compassionate and generous regardless of justice. For example, it may be just to take vengeance on someone, but to forgive them is better. Islam tolerates both options, recommending forgiveness as the higher ideal while acknowledging that not everyone can attain the ideal.
When we are defrauded, Islam would approve of all means to restore justice as long law and custom is not broken. A villager who is sold a counterfeit good by a traveling salesman could rally other villagers in his support so that they detain the man to get the villager's money back (if no police or government is present to do it). There are no clearly defined courses of action for us. We can do what is necessary to restore justice, we can forgive if we wish, and we must not break the law | eng | 8f5dc689-de68-4b2a-b041-99800cd6a8d7 | https://islamicartdb.com/dealing-with-fraud-without-legal-recourse/ |
How does drug trafficking affect armed conflict and state security? Utilise a case study to illustrate your argument.
Malicious Networks: Transnational Terrorism and Crime
please make an strong argument in the introduction, and focus on case studies such as AFGHANISTAN, PAKISTAN or IRAN and explain how drug trafiking effect armed conflict, please demonstrate the relation between transnational crime and terrorist and how its effecting the state.
i will upload some paper to help you to get an idea:) | eng | d6d8b0a7-d0a6-4351-a84c-f225be3613e6 | https://www.foxwriting.net/how-does-drug-trafficking-affect-armed-conflict-and-state-security-utilise-a-case-study-to-illustrate-your-argument/ |
exclaimed sentence for class 5
5. c) The priest urged them to be quiet and to listen to his words. A minute later, his mom came up to his room with a plate in her hand. The villagers enjoyed fairs festivals and good conversation. 2. It looks like a period with a vertical line over it: ! f i n i s h i n g p r o h i b it v e r t i c a l Unit 6.5 Day 5 Use editing marks to correct the sentences. You must follow our classroom _____. Turn the following sentences into indirect speech. I have wasted one year, mother.". II. The teacher asked us if we have been done our work. The dog looked at the large cat and then looked away. Ram said that Anand was a good boy. "Smart kid," the girl said. Other examples of related punctuation marks include periods and question marks, which also go at the end of sentences. "Nonsense!" exclaimed the old man, pushing Roberto toward the entrance of the stadium. All the rules we have read in the previous chapter of simple sentences are applies, e.g. Formulae Handbook for Class 9 Maths and Science Educational Loans in India. Check Answers/ Solution for Exclamatory Sentences of Narration Kinjal exclaimed with sorrow that she had fallen again.
Andy's mom shouted from downstairs. Gunnu exclaimed with joy that he had passed ultimately. Father said, "Study more for your exam.". Unit 5.5 1. I exclaimed in alarm. A. In indirect speech, the exclamatory phrase or word (interjection) is replaced by 'exclaimed with joy, sorrow, regret, surprise, contempt etc.' The connective that has to be supplied in the indirect speech. 3. Also, the explanation is followed by a Summary of the lesson. With a disrespectful sneer, Gertrude mocked her slaves for their slow work pace. The baseball game _____ ended after 13 innings. 5. "You should be a detective." These sentences suggest that Princess thinks that F. Roddy shouldn't waste his time working on the doghouse. I exclaimed. 'Do you come from China?' said the prince to the girl. ". Use conjunction 'if' or 'whether' if the reported speech starts with a helping verb. Well done, my son. Answer: Quotation marks.
"If you work hard," my grandfather said, "you will do well in school." "If you work hard" my grandfather said, "you will do well in school." Do as directed : (1) Bibhutibhusan was a great writer. . 3. 1. Mother told me, "Do your homework.". 6)Soapy pleaded not to keep a gentleman waiting. I thought the party was nice. Strike out what is not true in the following. Correct Answer: He wished that I might be happy.
Shine among your friends after scoring high in Quiz, MCQ, and Worksheet. Sasaki exclaimed as she stared at the bodiless hand holding her to the ground. Class 12 English NCERT Solutions Flamingo Chapter 5 Indigo Free PDF Download. By taking help from MCQ Questions for Class 10 English with Answers during preparation, score maximum marks in the exam. With a sneer on his face, Bob ripped the contract into shreds . It works like this: We use a reporting verb i.e 'say' or 'tell'. ". a) "Farming is a profession of hope.". 7)She exclaimed that it was a very attractive picture. When converted into indirect speech, reporting verbs like said, told etc. Change No. Our Study Rankers specially made them for better understanding. CBSE Unseen Passage for Class 5. It looks like a period with a vertical line over it:! The usage of these words depends on the state of emotion expressed in the exclamatory sentence. Her daughter said, " Alas! 'Are you coming with us?' he asked me. .
I exclaimed under my breath. Narration rules for assertive sentences. The above examples are of four types of sentences: 1) The Assertive sentence. Question 1. In order to convert them into indirect speech just follow the directions below. What does exclaimed mean example? Replied 3. Indirect speech is a sentence in where we report what someone said, without quoting his exact words. The exclamatory sentence expresses state of joy, sorrow or wonder. D. She wasn't sure she heard correctly when the teacher said "No . With her hairbrush missing, Lily went to investigate and found the dog had buried it in the backyard. Why are you yelling at me?" "I'm not!" Have you ever had a text conversation go something like that? Direct speech Indirect Speech He said, "Hurrah! CBSE Class 9 English Grammar - Sentence Reordering and Sentence Transformation. Quoting the exact words of the Speaker is called Direct Speech. Are you almost ready?".
They decided(decide) to stop at a nearby caf to have a snack. Students may read the PDF to practice concepts with NCERT Solutions and Extra Questions and Answers. TYPE-I. kkis0903. Edit. Step 4. Direct speech is a sentence in which the actual words of the speaker are quoted. a. Was this answer helpful?
With the spoken word, we use our tone, inflection and volume to question, exclaim and convey our feelings. Examples of Investigate in a sentence. Exclaimed 2. Eustace exclaimed irritably. I was thrilled to be at my first professional basketball game. There is no way you will get the job if you sit at the interview with a sneer on your face. 8. "It was the duty and privilege of the person on trial to walk directly to these doors and open one of them." C. The exclamatory form is changed into the statement form and the mark of exclamation is replaced by a full stop. Indigo Textual Questions and Answers. The master said, "What a lazy fellow you are !" She said, "How sweetly he sings !" The girl said, "How beautiful the weather is !" Friends said, "What a fine morning it is !" "Curse it !" exclaimed the driver, "Who . All the exercises and Questions and Answers given at the back of the lesson have been covered. Use a dictionary and find the differences in the following terms related to 'drama': Question 1. 0. Please read Exclamatory Sentences . . Asignatura: English as a Second Language (ESL) Curso/nivel: 5. Which sentence from the excerpt most strongly supports the answer to Question 5? The reported speech is put within inverted commas. B. EXERCISE. Direct Speech Imperative sentence Examples: We use imperative sentence to give order, advice, to instruct or to request something. 1. are teacher told us to has a good sumer _____ 2. i hope were in the same class next year, said mary An exclamation mark is a type of punctuation mark that goes at the end of a sentence. "I want," Stacy said, dreamily. Check Your . Simple past tense in the direct speech becomes past perfect tense in the indirect speech. The poor man exclaimed, 'Will none of you help me?' 6. B- Complete the following prompts with your ourn words to form complete and meaningful sentences . at the end; at last answer choices form exclaimes finally SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION. An elephant can weigh up to 5 tons. 5. you'll have more fun at school if you vote for carlos perez! 1. We can pretend we're princesses." "Yeah, let go play." to say or shout something suddenly because of surprise, fear, pleasure, etc. 2. Reported Speech Worksheets.
The teacher said to us, "Have you done your work?" A). harvest.". . "Almost!" he shouted in reply with a mouth full of toothpaste. Short & Simple Example Sentence For Exclaimed | Exclaimed Sentence. 1. Change the narration of the following sentences. 1.
Question 5 of 40 Identify the sentence that is punctuated correctly. 7. The ginkgo tree whose leaves turn bright yellow in the fall came to this country from Asia. "No, no, no, no!" exclaimed Horace. 'What do you want?' she asked him. Rewrite each sentence below using an ellipsis.
I thought the party was nice. So, students must practise the Unseen Passage for Class 5. (1) He said, "Our team has won the tournament" (2) He said, "Wow I Our team won the tournament" (3) He exclaimed, "Hurrah! Questioned 5. Dana was so happy. 1. An exclamation mark is a type of punctuation mark that goes at the end of a sentence. The address for the governor's mansion is 391 West Ferry Road Atlanta Georgia. 5. 73% average accuracy. EXERCISE. Krishna said to Ram, 'Maya will leave for her native place tomorrow.' Options. Change No. Muttered 7. . Musically, Brown reached a plateau in the early 1970s when his band, the JBs, patented a muscular, jazzy funk, over which the group's leader could exhort and exclaim. Here are some distinctive points regarding the Direct Speech and the Indirect Speech. Direct : "What a terrible sight it is!" said the traveller. "Your idea is excellent" said Matt, "but I'm not sure we have the budget to implement it." C. "I don't believe it!" exclaimed, Mr. Ripley. "Do you want to play dress up? Edad: 10-12. The police officer had to investigate the car to find the weapon. [ + speech ] "Nonsense!" he exclaimed in disgust. 2) The Interrogative sentence. Keep reading to learn more about when to use exclamation marks in your writing. b. "Yeah, that sounds like fun!" exclaimed Bella. Edit. You are required to read the Direct and Indirect Speech questions carefully and select the option that expresses the same sentence in the reverse speech i.e. The father said, " Bravo ! By solving the unseen passages, students can easily score 10 to 20 marks in the exam. 6. 4. class 5 The Fish Tale Across the Wall Tenths and . It was funny how here, in the darkness, she could see Nai Nai more clearly than ever before. English Grammar Direct and Indirect Speech Online Test. The principal said to me, "Congratulation! In indirect speech, yesterday becomes 'the day before' or 'the previous day' and tomorrow becomes 'the day after' or 'the next day'. . The conjunction 'that' is used. Idioma: ingls. a) Direct: She said, "I am in ninth class." Step 1. . 38 Qs > CLASSES AND TRENDING CHAPTER. Kavita is the most intelligent girl in the class. Twitter. 2. I am undone." b) Indirect: He exclaimed sadly that he was broke. d) "Those too lazy to plough in the right season will have no food at the. They looked(look) around for a few minutes, but they couldn't find a place to eat. She said goodbye to her friends and went home. The first person of the reported speech changes according to the subject of reporting speech. Tip 7: Change of Pronouns. Murmured 6. 5)Soapy suggested to get busy and call a cop. Indigo Class 12 Summary - CBSE Class 12 English Flamingo book Chapter 5 Detailed explanation of the lesson along with the meanings of difficult words. 3. A. The dwarf said to snow white, "Do not eat the apple.". 6. An exclamatory sentence expresses a state of sorrow, joy or wonder. (a) Rajkumar Shukla was (i) a sharecropper (ii) a politician (iii) delegate (iv) a landlord (b) Rajkumar . 5. Examples are given . Choose the sentence below with the correct punctuation. This is called Direct Speech or Narration . Winthrop exclaimed at these strange tactics. b) "I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.". It continues as Susie become jealous of her friends. CBSE Unseen Passage for Class 5 is provided here to help students prepare the reading comprehension section for the English exam. 5. If you are preparing PPSC, FPSC, SPSC, KPKPSC, NTS, or CSS based job test then you must prepare MCQ on . Question 1. (i) Use 'exclaimed' in place of 'said' in the reporting verb in the indirect speech. Andy was brushing his teeth. 7. Change the reporting verb 'said 'or 'said to'into' asked' or 'inquired of'. 26. Indirect/Direct Speech: Q.1. All the sentences in inverted commas are exclamatory sentences. Step 2. "It was really nice of your boss to give you these tickets." 3 "Did you remember to bring the photo?" Mom said. G. Roddy's observation was obvious. the story of events that have happened in the past answer choices public united history Question 3 30 seconds Q.
Read these sentences from paragraph 26. You have stood first in the class." Exercise - 2. The class just finished reading _____ a short story by Carl Stephenson about a plantation owner's battle with army ants. For example: "I got the concert tickets!" "Ugh! The poor man exclaimed, 'Will none of you help me?' . The teacher exclaimed that it was nonsense. 6. Direct and Indirect Speech Exercises for Class 9 ICSE with Answers. Unseen Passage For Class 5 specially recommended by CBSE. "I love them all." Dana decided to buy red and yellow pansies, blue periwinkles, and purple petunias. The teacher asked us that we have done our work. Ranju said, "Please, come with me.". 170 times. 1.1 Important Questions for Class 12 English Writing Skills; 1.2 CBSE Class 12 English Reading; 1.3 CBSE Class 12 English Writing Skills; 1.4 NCERT Solutions for Class 11 English Reading; 1.5 NCERT Solutions for Class 11 English Writing; 1.6 NCERT Solutions for Class 11 English Grammar; 1.7 NCERT Solutions for Class 8 English Writing 5. She exclaimed in delight upon hearing the news. 4) The Exclamatory sentence. a) Krishna told Ram that Maya will leave for her native place the next day. . In the present tense, just put in 'he says. a) Direct: He said, "Alas! 1,127,749 . Ian and Kelly had been walking all day, and now they were(to be) both very tired. Exclamations and wishes. 2. Direct Speech: I like burgers. 'Are you coming with us?' he asked me. Rewrite each sentence below using an ellipsis. Direct And Indirect Speech Exercise.
"Grandpa bakes the best apple pie in the world exclaimed Suki!" "Grandpa bakes the best apple pie in the world!" exclaimed Suki. 7. Tema principal: Spelling sentences for students to type. When Heidi had repeated the end of the song a number of times, the old woman exclaimed: "Oh, Heidi, everything seems bright to me again and my heart is light. Louise exclaimed in a tense whisper. The teacher asked us if we had done our work. Out of the four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in indirect speech. The poor man exclaimed, 'Will none of you help me?' 6. Philippa exclaimed bitterly. "He was greatly given to self-communing, and when he and himself agreed upon anything, the thing was done." B. are changed into specific words like exclaimed with joy, exclaimed with . Read the following conversations and complete the passages given below: Maya went to the _____ library to check out some books. -"Leinengen versus the Ants", b. Leinengen versus the Ants, c . 204,696 . Facebook; LinkedIn; Twitter; WhatsApp. Dhanush said that he was writing a letter then. 3. He exclaimed with joy that their team had won the tournament. "I want," Stacy said, dreamily. In indirect speech, the exclamatory phrase or word (interjection) is replaced by 'exclaimed with joy, sorrow, regret, surprise, contempt etc.'. Placing that tiny stripe above a period at the end of a sentence can really rock the boat! Examples: Now read the following sentences. Mark gave Ted a condescending sneer when he walked into the meeting. 'Do you come from China?' said the prince to the girl. d. sally sorenson for 2021 class president Which line from a school election flyer most clearly uses ethos? Explanation: Rules for Optative Sentence: Subject + wish/pray + Subject of the Reported Speech + may/might + verb + extension. Dana happily began planting her new flowers around the tulips and daffodils. 5th grade U2L4 sentencesSpelling sentences from spelling words for students to type. "Five more minutes until the bus gets here. We also provide Notes and Lesson Plan. . Facebook. What does this sentence tell readers about the conflict within Susie? Sally exclaimed and started showering Hollet with kisses before he carried her back into their bedroom. ( Change the voice ) Ans : Let the lights be put off. Put the following sentence into indirect narration: "You had better not leave your room unlocked", said my friends. (a) In Direct Speech.
I have not done my homework.". A play: Answer: Read the sentence from the story. We prepared these by keeping in mind the latest CBSE curriculum. It will help students in scoring high . 7 English is the most widely used language. To change such sentences, the words "exclaimed with joy" or "exclaimed with sorrow" or "exclaimed with wonder" is added in the reporting verb depending upon the nature of exclamatory sentence in indirect speech. Think-as-you-read Questions. Say/Said remains unchanged in Indirect speech. sentence. You will observe that - The Reporting Verb changes according to the type of sentence in the speech. 5. Other examples of related punctuation marks include periods and question marks, which also go at the end of sentences. Indirect: I exclaimed that it was a very stupid of him. But even more thrilling was the fact that my favorite player had joined our home team. (3) "Don't shout.", Said the teacher. (2) Put off the lights. Sample Answer #1 "Bella, do you want to play a game with me?" asks her twin sister Cassie. a year ago. The reporting verb is separated from the reporting speech by a comma. 4. I have not done my homework.". 4. He whispered, "I love you," and then fainted. 4. MCQ on direct and indirect speech is an essential part of every competitive exam. He asked, 'When do you intend to make the payment?' 4. | eng | 3e23812c-0b21-4997-8b0e-2b45d4e252c4 | https://www.irbisgs.com/iymrith/235726623e5b5ad842bc3950f204c6f4cb-exclaimed-sentence-for-class-5 |
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Are Plant stands really just functional art? As I look around it seems as if every store that my wife and I go into lately there is more stuff to purchase.
Believe me when I tell you, these plant stands | eng | 1b9a6859-d3ca-474a-9140-15db0389aaa4 | https://hisfarm.org/tag/plant-stands/ |
FIRE Movements in Life
Fire movements:- Financially Independent, Retire Early)
The FIRE movement, the concept was given in the book, Your money or your life by Vicki Robin. so let's understand how we can use this concept to get financially independent and retire early in life. before starting you have to make the financial Target that defines your financial independence.
So let's start with our income source
Income Source:-
so if you want to be financially independent, you have to first step is income source. In Financial Freedom, you have saved money, and multiply your saving by investing this money.
Money people think, how much I can save, in this you can save up to 70% of your income. but, most people can't save that much, so you can save, how much you can save, that' may be more than 10% of your income.
when start saving first from your income and then you have to manage your spending within your remaining income.
In this, you have to be very frugal living, cut out the big expenses, and save money.
then you have to multiply your savings money.
Multiply Your Saving:-
Just saving money, is not enough, if you only save money, and put it in the Bank, then inflation eats your all money, and the negative compounding effect works against you.
so for that, you can invest this money in the stock market, because, the stock market gives more return than, any financial instrument.
when you invest in Stocks, its means, you are buying the pieces of the company's business.
So when you invest in a wonderful business, that means, your saving money multiply not only 10, or 100 times, they can be multiplied by 1000 times, after two decades. (FIRE Movements in Life)
Before investing, you have to confirm, that, you have 3 years of money, to maintain your lifestyle and family expenses, can handle for three years, and only remaining surplus money you can invest.
Because the stock market is very volatile, when you need money in the next year, then you get some losses, so be confirmed, you have an emergency fund, and 3 years of lifestyle maintaining money.
Now this day, anyone can become rich, you just have to take the right information. (FIRE Movements in Life)
If you are in your 20s then start learning high-paying skills, like start saving, and investing in the stock market.
If you don't have knowledge about how to analyze a company, then you can learn, or invest in some mutual fund, that has a good record, and they should invest their own money in the market, then you can choose your financial advisor.
and last words,
What happens in the future, we can't say anything and nothing is in our control. we just have control over Behavior, and we have time,
my virtual mentor ( Vishal Khandelwal) says, don't use the stock market as becoming a rich vehicle, you can use it to stay wealthy in the stock market, by doing part-time investing, and making money by doing your professional work."
So doing this, you can get to retire early, which means, retiring from work, that you don't like, and doing work that you like you most.
FIRE Movements means You don't have to worry about your financial needs, and doing work, that loves and excites you most. | eng | 59a3f926-0236-49df-ad00-f9b3ebb1b4a9 | https://themarathiinvestor.com/fire-movements-in-life/ |
"I was like, 'No I don't. If I lose any more weight it won't be me.' You know what I mean?"Lopez was relieved to hear that she had once inspired a young woman to stop wearing sweatshirts around her waist, but she also admitted that the ever-changing times also probably contributed.
"It's a different time now you know, which is awesome to see for me where it is about our differences. It's about all the diversity," she continued."It's just a more accepting time of everything whether it's body type or race or gender. We've come a long way."Looking good, girl!
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Unveiling the Power of Cyber Forensics Tools: Safeguarding the Digital World
Introduction: In the rapidly advancing digital landscape, the need for effective cybersecurity measures has become paramount. Cyber forensics tools play a crucial role in investigating and analyzing digital evidence to identify and mitigate cybercrimes. In this article, we will explore the importance of using cyber forensics tools and highlight some popular tools that aid in uncovering digital footprints left by cybercriminals.
The Importance of Cyber Forensics Tools:
Uncovering Digital Evidence: Cyber forensics tools are specifically designed to extract and analyze digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, networks, and other digital media. By utilizing these tools, investigators can identify, collect, and preserve critical information that can be used to track and apprehend cybercriminals. Real-time example: Suppose an individual's computer has been hacked, resulting in the theft of sensitive information. Cyber forensics tools can be employed to examine the compromised system, trace the attack, and gather evidence like log files, network traffic, or malware samples. This evidence can help identify the perpetrator and build a strong case for prosecution.
Ensuring Data Integrity: Cyber forensics tools aid in verifying the integrity of digital data. They employ advanced techniques to detect any alterations or tampering of files, ensuring the authenticity and reliability of evidence. By maintaining the integrity of digital evidence, these tools help establish the credibility of findings during legal proceedings. Real-time example: In a corporate world, if an employee is suspected of stealing confidential business data, cyber forensics tools can be used to examine their computer and determine if any files have been modified, deleted, or transferred. This information can be crucial in proving or disproving allegations and taking appropriate disciplinary actions.
Incident Response and Recovery: During cybersecurity incidents, such as data breaches or network intrusions, cyber forensics tools play a vital role in incident response and recovery. They assist in identifying the cause, extent, and impact of an incident, allowing organizations to take necessary measures to mitigate damage, restore services, and prevent future incidents. Real-time example: When a company falls victim to a ransomware attack, cyber forensics tools can analyze the encrypted files, identify the ransomware variant, and potentially uncover clues about the attacker's entry point. This information can help in devising countermeasures, recovering compromised data, and enhancing the organization's security posture.
Popular Cyber Forensics Tools:
EnCase: EnCase is a widely used digital forensics tool that provides comprehensive capabilities for collecting, analyzing, and presenting digital evidence. It supports various operating systems, file systems, and devices, making it suitable for a wide range of investigations.
Autopsy: Autopsy is an open-source digital forensics platform that simplifies the analysis of digital media. It provides a user-friendly interface and powerful features for file carving, keyword searching, timeline analysis, and more.
Conclusion: Cyber forensics tools are indispensable in the fight against cybercrime. They enable investigators to uncover digital evidence, ensure data integrity, and facilitate incident response and recovery. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the use of advanced cyber forensics tools will become increasingly crucial in safeguarding our digital world and bringing cybercriminals to justice. By equipping themselves with the knowledge and skills to use these tools effectively, students can contribute to a safer and more secure digital environment. | eng | 53972083-b6f2-4587-a908-842faccc8916 | http://cyberpathshalaindia.com/power-of-cyber-forensics-tools.php |
Be Healthy: Understanding Diabetes
In this article I'm going to explain how your body processes the food you eat in order to provide all your body cells with the energy they need, and also what happens when you have diabetes and this system doesn't work properly.
Glucose from Food Gives Us Energy
When you eat food that contains carbohydrate it's broken down in the stomach and digestive system into glucose, which is a type of sugar. Carbohydrate containing foods are things like starchy foods, sugary foods, milk, and some dairy products and fruit. This glucose then moves into the bloodstream and the body detects that the blood glucose level is rising.
In response to that, the pancreas which is a little gland that sits just underneath the stomach, starts to release a hormone called insulin and it's the insulin thathelps our body get the energy from the food we eat.
The blood stream then takes the glucose and the insulin to every cell in our body that needs it. At the muscle cells it's insulin that allows the glucose to get into the cells where it can be used for energy.
Insulin as a "Key" toCell Doors
It's a bit like, insulin is a key unlocking the door to the cells so the glucose can get in. That way, the blood glucose levels starts to drop but the blood glucose level can be topped up at any point by the liver releasing extra glucose that it has stored.
The blood glucose rises again, and again, the pancreas produces more insulin to move with that glucose through the bloodstream to the muscle cells, open the doors and let the glucose in.
When does Diabetes Develop?
The body functions best with the blood glucose at an optimum level. It doesn't like it if the blood glucose rises too high. Normally, there's a cycle within the body which balances out the glucose and the insulin level, and this is achieved by the food you eat, the pancreas and the liver. However, in some people the system doesn't work properly and they develop diabetes.
2 Main Types of Diabetes
'Type 1 Diabetes'
In this type of diabetes the body isn't making any insulin at all. This is because of an autoimmune response whereby the body has destroyed the insulin producing cells in the pancreas. We don't entirely know why that happens in some people and not in others.
It's most often found in the in the
under 40s and it's by far the most common type of
diabetes found in childhood. In Type 1 diabetes the carbohydrate-containing food is turned into glucose as normal.
That glucose then moves into the bloodstream. Normally the body would produce insulin to let that glucose into the cells but because into the cells but in 'Type 1 diabetes' there is no insulin being produced so the glucose can't get into the body cells at all, so the level of glucose in the blood rises and rises.
Symptoms of 'Type 1 Diabetes'
1. Tend to go to the toilet a lot to pass urine
The body tries to lower the level of glucose, it tries to get rid of the glucose through the kidneys.
2. Get very thirsty
As the kidneys filter the glucose out of the blood, they also take a lot of water with it so the person with diabetes will get very thirsty.
3. Genital itching
The urine contains a lot of glucose and that creates an environment where it's quite easy for bacteria to thrive so it's also quite common to get thrush or genital itching.
4. Slow healing of wounds
In the same way the blood contains a high level of glucose as well so more bacteria than usual will tend to breed in flesh wounds and they might be slow to heal.
5. Blurred vision
Glucose can also build up in the lens at the front of the eye causing the liquid in the lens to become cloudy. It means that some people with undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes can have blurred vision because the glucose can't get into the cells to be used for energy.
The body still needs an energy source in order to work properly. It starts to break down the fats tools which leads to weight loss.
These symptoms generally happen quite quickly often over a few weeks and come be reversed once the diabetes
is treated with insulin. Type 2 diabetes accounts for about
90 per cent of all cases in the population.
Type 1 diabetes accounts for about 10 percent of all cases. It's most common in the over 40 age group in the white population and in the over 25 age group in the South Asian population.
'Type 2 Diabetes'
This type of diabetes is a little more complex because there are slightly more processes at work. Either the body isn't producing quite enough insulin or the insulin it is producing isn't working properly. That can be due to being overweight because a build up of fat can stop insulin doing its job properly but it can also happen in people of a healthy weight.
So in Type 2 diabetes, the carbohydrate-containing food is broken
down into glucose in the stomach and digestive system as normal. That glucose then moves into the bloodstream. The
pancreas starts to produce insulin which moves
with the glucose through the bloodstream to all the body
cells which need glucose for energy.
However, the glucose can't always get into the cells because the locks to the cell doors have become furred up with fat deposits. That means that the insulin can't open the cell doors properly.
So the level of glucose in the blood
continues to rise. In response to this, the pancreas
produces even more insulin so the blood glucose
levels continue to rise and the insulin levels continue to rise.
This situation is further complicated by the cells which are desperate for energy – sending out emergency signals to the liver to release stored glucose. The blood glucose level up and up and the pancreas produces more and more insulin until it can't cope anymore and eventually it can wear out.
Symptoms of 'Type 2 Diabetes'
Going to toilet a lot
Thirst
Thrush or genital itching
Slow healing of wounds
Blurred vision
Weight loss
The symptoms for Type 2 diabetes come along very slowly and some people don't have any symptoms at all. So for that reason, people can live with Type 2 diabetes for up to 10 years before they realize that they have it.
Type 2 diabetes can be treated in a number of different ways. Initially, it may be sufficient to make changes to the food you're eating and to take extra physical activity or lose any weight that may be appropriate.
But Type 2 diabetes is a progressive condition and most people will need some form of medication to treat it.
As a diabetic it is important to be aware that other health problems such as diabetic retinopathy can develop over time and we are here to outline the diabetic retinopathy stages and how it can affect your health. Retinopathy in both eyes can be quite serious and when they are caused by diabetes you are at risk for long term and permanent damage. | eng | 145384e0-e286-469d-83e9-e1dce0970173 | https://diabetesabcs.com/be-healthy-understanding-diabetes/ |
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The Backstage Handbook
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The theatre director is one of the most critical roles in a successful drama company, yet there are no formal qualifications required for entry into this profession. This practical guide for emerging theatre directors answers all the key questions from the very beginning of your career to key stages as you establish your credentials and get professionally recognized. It analyzes the director's role through relationships with the actors, author, designer, production manager and creative teams and provides vital advice for "on-the-job" situations where professional experience is invaluable. The book also provides an overview of the many approaches to acting methodology without focusing on any in particular to allow the director to develop their own unique methods of working with any actor's style. Each chapter includes these key features: * Introduces important theories, identifies practitioners and provides key reading to provide an overview of historic and current practice. * Interviews with leading practitioners and emerging directors. * Suggested exercises to develop the director's own approach and practical skills.
The stage manager is the renaissance man of the theater. He or she must have a working knowledge of how the various technical aspects of the theater work (scenery, props, costumes, lights and sound), be part director, part playwright, part designer and part producer, and be prepared to act as confidant, counselor and confessor to everyone else in the company I takes the reader through the pre-production phase–research, the script, planning and organization, and auditions. Part II covers the rehearsal process–rehearsal rules, blocking, cues, prompting, information distribution, technical and dress rehearsals. Part III discusses the performance phase–calling the show, maintaining the director's work, working with understudies and replacements, and more. Part IV provides insights into the organizational structure or some theaters and aspects of human behavior in those organizations. Many stage managers of long-running commercial productions believe that–once the show is up and running–only ten percent of their work is related to everything covered in Parts I, II and III. The other ninety percent is associated with issues in Part IV; i.e. "managing" human behavior and maintaining working relationships.
This invaluable guide takes a step-by-step approach to the most common and popular theatre production practices and covers important issues related to the construction of wooden, fabric, plastic, and metal scenery used on the stage. This new edition of the Illustrated Theatre Production Guide uniquely shows you how to build scenery through detailed lessons and hundreds of drawings. The illustrations make this book like no other and offers solutions to problems that you face, from rigging and knot tying, to drapery folding and the most detailed information on metal framing available. Written for the community theatre worker who has to be a jack of all trades and the student who needs to learn the fundamentals, respected author John Holloway teaches in a way that covers the necessities but doesn't bog you down with heavy language and boring verbosity. New features in this book range from expanded information on metal framing and foam construction to brand new elements such as a chapter on stage management and an extremely helpful Website with videos -- meant to go along with the informative section on projects. These videos take you from the drawings and descriptions in the book to the video instructions that will help you learn visually. A must have for the theatre professional as a guide to refer back to over and over again.
Collaboration is the most important facet of any theatrical company. From the performers on stage to the choreographers, designers and technicians working behind the scenes, this book considers all departments working on a production and instructs them on how to unify their individual skills towards a shared goal. From Vaudeville to classical opera, this book establishes the skills that each specialist brings to the production process before demonstrating how each individual contribution can be utilized in tandem with all other creative teams. With particular focus on enhancing interdepartmental communication, Collaborating Backstage examines all the challenges that may befall artistic companies and projects made up of many different parts. This book explains how to understand technical jargon within teams that speak a variety of languages and come from different cultural backgrounds; how to recognise and follow the 'unwritten rules' of theatre; and how best to achieve the ultimate creative potential of a team working completely in sync. Underpinned by incisive theories on performance, communication and creativity, Collaborating Backstage is full of helpful illustrations and innovative methods to achieve effective working relationships in the theatre.
Twenty chapters detailing all of the fundamentals -- everything the aspiring stage technician needs to know to get started in backstage work! All sections highlighted with photographs, illustrations and diagrams. Major topics include: stage and rigging; production staff; properties; sound; lumber, tools and hardware; scenery construction; lighting instruments; control of light and colour; electricity and devices. The what, when and why of all backstage equipment and how to use it to maximum effect with safety, speed and efficiency.
Succinct and jargon free, Stage Rigging Handbook remains the only book in any language that covers the design, operation, and maintenance of stage rigging equipment. It is written in an at-a-glance outline form, yet contains in-depth information available nowhere else. This second edition includes two new parts: the first, and expanded discussion of the forces and loads on stage rigging components and the structure supporting them; the second, an examination of block and tackle rigging. The remaining four parts contain numerous revisions. Explaining his purpose, Jay O. Glerum points out that four main principles make up the core of this book: know the rigging system; know that it is in safe working order; know how to use it; keep your concentration. Glerum applies these principles to all of the major types of stage rigging systems, including block and tackle, hemp, counterweight, and motorized. He describes each type of rigging, then thoroughly reviews the operating procedures and ways of inspecting existing systems.
A veteran of entertainment in its many forms, Drew has written a similar book for film and television. He walks non-techies through finding a space, scenery, lighting, costumes, sound, coordinating sound and light, properties, stage management, and working with corporations.
This comprehensive reference guide is a revised edition of Chris Hoggett's classic handbook on putting together a production. Packed with practical information and suggestions, there are hundreds of drawings explaining aspects of staging, from building the set to making props and lighting. This new edition also includes new material on make-up and lighting." essentialAn introduction to lighting design and execution for beginners and a comprehensive manual for experienced designers and electricians. Offers in-depth coverage of design development, layout, equipment and lighting positions.
Finally: a book that just might be the secret to having a long-lasting theater career! You see, The Little Black Book of Backstage Etiquette is the weapon you need to thrive and survive in this crazy arena called Show Business. Because sometimes it might not be solely about your talent; sometimes it's about your reputation. How easy you are to work with. Or even whether you're known for good work ethics | eng | 29db60bd-4943-4076-914c-86faf439850b | https://www.druidmagazine.com/the-backstage-handbook/ |