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020: On Being Naked — Nudity Part 1 Jun 21, 2017

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Is there a connection between nudity and mindfulness? Do you pass judgments of shame and fear about yourself and your sexuality? What you see when you look at yourself naked in the mirror can be much different than what you feel when you look at yourself naked in the mirror. But if you can approach your body from a place of gratitude, realizing we are all naked under our clothes, you can own your nakedness for the beautiful gift that it is. Host Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Rick Clemons, Sean Douglas, Dr. Paul Jenkins, Lisa Baker-King and Barry Moniak to enlighten us with their unique perspective on being naked. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Mentioned in This Episode: Landmark Worldwide Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. RickClemons.com Facebook.com/RickClemonsOfficial Twitter.com/RickClemons Sean Douglas is a U.S. Air Force Veteran, a Certified Master Resilience Trainer, professional Inspirational Speaker, and Author, with over 10,000 hours of speaking and training time. He inspires the uninspired, and motivates you to “Live Your Brand” so that you can grow personally and professionally. He teaches Mental, Physical, Social, and Spiritual Resilience Skills that empower you to withstand, recover, and grow through the adversity, stress, and life’s changing demands. Sean equips people with the tools necessary to live EPIC lives. TheSuccessCorps.com Facebook.com/SeanDouglasSpeaks Dr. Paul Jenkins works with organizations and individuals to establish and maintain habitual patterns of positive perception and focus that increase happiness, engagement, productivity, profit, and ultimate achievement of professional and personal life missions. With two decades of experience as a professional psychologist, Dr. Paul (as he is known to clients and his laughing, learning audiences) lays out the how and the why behind the art and science of being constructive in an often destructive environment. It is like having an owner’s manual for your brain. DrPaulJenkins.com Facebook.com/PathologicalPositivity Twitter.com/DrPaulJenkins Lisa Baker-King is on a mission to connect families, celebrate children and change companies. As the owner of L B K Kreatives and a celebrated author, Lisa is joined by a team of ghost marketers whose primary aim is to help small businesses fantastically flourish. As ghost marketers, they are guided by the fundamental belief that business should serve our lives and our lives should not serve our businesses. Lisa celebrates mindfulness by honoring her health and fitness and operating by standards set by her faith which says to love above all else. YourGhostMarketer.com Facebook.com/Zebecs Twitter.com/URGhostMarketer Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer”, Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind Twitter.com/BarryMoniak Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

019: Sean Stephenson - the Influencer Jun 14, 2017

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In this special one-on-one interview, Mike talks with his long-time friend and confidante, Sean Stephenson. Sean’s mission is to rid the world of insecurity, and his vision is in full swing. His thousands of videos have touched millions of people - including one video that has been seen 1/4 Billion times. Sean’s mindfulness keeps him grounded in what is really important in life, and his ‘When Life Works’ and ‘When Life Sucks’ lists remind him to be grateful for every experience. Mike and Sean reflect on the deep compassion they share for one another and how their hard-care honest friendship benefits them both. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:34] Sean shares his mission with the help of ‘friend-tors,’ or friends who are also mentors. [9:11] Without mindfulness you can get caught in a trap of it never being enough. [17:47] Mike transformed Sean’s life with heavy hitting words. [20:38] People pleasing, and wanting to be liked, will hold you back. [21:59] The ‘When life Works List’ and the ‘When Life Sucks List.’ [27:17] The Four Agreements is Sean’s go-to book for mindfulness. Mentioned in This Episode: The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz Stay Positive Club When Sean was born doctors predicted he would not survive past birth because of a rare bone disorder that stunted his growth and caused his bones to be extremely fragile. Despite these challenges, he’s taken a stand for a quality of life that has reached millions of people around the world, including Sir Richard Branson, President Clinton, and his Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. Sean has appeared on everything from The Oprah Show to online videos with hundreds of millions of views. The Biography Channel did an hour feature on his life called, “Three Foot Giant.” His message has been heard at live events in over 16 countries and 48 states over the past 23 years. Sean’s latest book, Get Off Your But, has swept the U.S. and been released in almost a dozen languages around the world. As a board-certified therapist, Sean uses humor and compassion to develop a fun environment where individuals open their hearts and minds for lasting empowerment to occur. SeanStephenson.com Facebook.com/TheSeanStephenson Twitter.com/TheSeantourage Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

018: Mindful Politics Jun 07, 2017

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It's no secret - politics can be anything BUT mindful. Have you found yourself unfollowing friends on social media? Is it hard to not get sucked into the mud slinging? How do we or should we acknowledge opposing views? Is it possible to maintain mindfulness during a political discussion, is the cavernous topic Mike poses to CAST members, Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus and Alison Morano. Mike kicks things off with this quote: “Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the fiber of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough.” — Franklin Delano Roosevelt Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:15] Mike reads a quote from FDR and asks the CAST for their reaction. [11:11] How do we own our bias yet be mindful when addressing ‘the other side’? [14:02] Dealing with preconceived emotions on social media. [16:17] What do we get out of poking the bear? [25:03] Do we take a moment of mindfulness to examine our side of social media discussions? [33:51] Resources. Mentioned in This Episode: Cultivating Compassion course by Compassion IT Irrational Behavior course by Dan Ariely Dr. Jenn, sociologist and sexologist, is a frequent speaker about sexual empowerment, healthy relationships, erotic play, and mindful sex. She has presented two TEDx Talks, is a writer on sex and relationships and a recurring intimacy expert on the morning news. Dr. Jenn has over 1.3 million hits on her In the Den with Dr. Jenn YouTube video series, and is an expert in the new documentary on masturbation, called Sticky: A (Self) Love Story. DrJennsDen.com Facebook.com/DrJennsDen Twitter.com/DrJennsDen Alison Morano has been a political consultant in Florida for more than 10 years. She has worked on campaigns from city council to President, and on a variety of economic and social issues. Alison’s personal advocacy issue focuses on stopping sexual assault on college campuses, and ensuring mutual respect and healthy relationships that start during early education and continue through adulthood. AffirmativeConsent.com Facebook.com/alison.morano Twitter.com/aliflorida Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

017: Don’t Escape Your Experience — Embrace It May 31, 2017

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Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST member Sammy Rangel to the podcast. Sammy is the epitome of mindfulness. During his formative years, he was denied a sense of self and potential. He has endured a life most cannot fathom. But, Sammy has turned his mess into a message, as an author, a speaker, and a comfort to those in need. Sammy describes his gradual awakening, the strategies he uses for support during his journey, and how he is constantly developing into the man he wants to be. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:27] Sammy describes his tumultuous youth and how his life turned into a TEDx talk. [6:14] Sammy started developing into who he wanted to be, not what others designed him to be. [10:44] Suffering has a cathartic purpose. [19:17] Reaching out to others is how Sammy gets the support he needs. [24:50] Books Sammy uses to expand his awareness. Mentioned in This Episode: Sammy Rangel — TEDx Danubia: Balance on the Edge Against Violent Extremism Life After Hate Formers Anonymous Prehistoric Mesoamerica, by Richard Adams A Road Less Traveled, by M. Scott Peck Sammy Rangel is a TEDx Speaker, author, and most importantly a father. With a Masters’ in Social Work, he consults with social service providers, schools, and law enforcement agencies on reducing violent extremism. He is the founder of Formers Anonymous, a self-help program for men and women looking to exit a lifestyle of crime and violence. https://twitter.com/sammyrangel (@sammyrangel) http://www.againstviolentextremism.org https://www.facebook.com/FormersAnonymous/ Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

016: Help vs. Fix May 24, 2017

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Are you a “Fixer”? Do you know a “Fixer’? Most are well intended and strive to present a solution when someone they know has a problem. But how do we know if we are empowering someone to help themselves or rescuing them? Where does this instinct to jump in and solve come from? Is it arrogance or perhaps co-dependence? Join host Mike Domitrz as he welcomes CAST members Dr. Sam Alper, Rick Clemons, and Darren Tipton as they chat about how to recognize the triggers, which lead us to intervene. As the conversation evolves, they share simple but effective tips on how to empower vs. taking the power and how to be open to having others to pull help from us instead of pushing it upon another. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:17] Mike shares the event that spurred this discussion. [4:14] How to recognize when you are fixing, vs. helping? [7:53] Questions which get to the heart of supporting people. [16:37] What triggers lead the CAST to project their fixes onto other people? [19:55] How we can keep ourselves from going into fix mode. [24:41] The CAST recommends books about how to help. Mentioned in This Episode: The Landmark Advanced Course National Speakers Association Don’t Be Nice, Be Real: Balancing Passion for Self with Compassion for Others, by Kelly Bryson When Helping Hurts: Alleviating Poverty Without Hurting the Poor, by Brian Fikkert and Steve Corbett Dr. Samuel J. Alper is the founder of Process Human Factors Consulting, LLC. He stated the company based on a desire to help businesses improve their workplace, improve how they get things done, and realize that such improvement is attainable. His approach empowers business people to identify specific actions they can take to meet their goals. An engineer, juggler, and new father, Sam was recently honored when a business colleague referred to him as a “fellow nerd.” Processhf.com Facebook.com/processhf Twitter.com/processhf Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. Rickclemons.com Facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial Twitter.com/RickClemons Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa. Projecthumanity.com Facebook.com/projecthumanity Twitter.com/pjcthumanity Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

015: Dharma - To find it you must let go of the outcome May 17, 2017

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Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Bridgette Cook-Burch and Dr. Alexandra Solomon to discuss discovering and living the soul’s longing, or dharma. Dharma is the day-to-day journey of uncovering your calling. The group explores what dharma needs to develop amid relentless distractions, how play, quiet introspection and trusted conversations nourish our soul, and how attaining freedom may be a better measurement than declaring success. Today’s topic was inspired by the book, The Great Work of Your Life, by Steven Cope. The theme of the book rests in three concepts. 1. Find your dharma. 2. Do it full out. 3. Let go of the outcome. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:24] Bridget defines the exciting concept of dharma. [3:42] Finding your dharma through play and quieting down. [11:59] How to avoid focusing on the outcome. [18:43] Making the discovery process introspective and relational. [20:51] It's better to fail at your own dharma instead of somebody else's. [23:56] Should we substitute the word freedom for success? Mentioned in This Episode: The Great Work of Your Life: A Guide for the Journey to Your True Calling, by Stephen Cope Loving Bravely, by Dr. Alexandra Solomon This Is Us on NBC Soulmates: Honoring the Mysteries of Love and Relationship, by Thomas Moore The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level, by Gay Hendricks Bridget is a New York Times bestselling author, and an entrepreneur with a history of creating successful business. During the recession, Bridget built a multi-million dollar trucking company, yearly tripling revenue while nearly 600 companies in the industry across North America failed. She shares with team leaders, entrepreneurs and CEOs the trade secrets that visionary leaders use to create lasting success. An active social entrepreneur and humanitarian, Bridget is a founder of SHEROESUnited.org. Bridget provides your group with unusual stories from the books she’s written – stunning examples of leadership — what to do, what to be… and what not to be. Bridgetinspires.com Facebook.com/mbridgetcookburch Twitter.com/inspiritwriter Dr. Alexandra Solomon is a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University, and the author of Loving Bravely: Twenty Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want (New Harbinger, 2017). In addition to being a couple therapist, Dr. Solomon trains graduate students and teaches the internationally renowned undergraduate course, Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101. Dr. Solomon is a sought-after speaker and media commentator on the topic of love. DrAlexandraSolomon.com Facebook.com/dralexandrasolomon Twitter.com/ahsolomon Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

014: Distractions - Running Down the Rabbit Hole. May 10, 2017

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Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Megan Merchant and Jen Rulon to discuss the impact of chasing down rabbit holes, the stories our minds create to explain the unknown - bringing unnecessary drama into our lives, and maintaining mindfulness in the midst of distractions. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [2:36] Megan describes the impact of chasing down rabbit holes in life. [6:26] Deciphering 'what actually happened, versus the story we create about what happened?' [14:20] The RAIN Technique: Recognize — Tune into the present moment and name what you are feeling. Allow — Allow the feeling to happen. Investigate — Ask yourself ‘why do I feel this way?’ Non-Identification — Be aware and recognize you are not your thoughts. [16:55] 18-24-year-olds are hungry for knowledge and wisdom. [19:49] How do we keep focus, so distractions don't penetrate our mindfulness? [24:29] How do we teach grit with mindfulness? [26:34] Helpful books to assist exploring the topic of freedom from chasing down rabbit holes. Mentioned in This Episode: Start With Why, by Simon Sinek "Start With Why," TED talk Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho "Doing the Buddha’s Practice," by Jack Kornfield As a health and fitness expert, Jennifer “Jen” Rulon has inspired, coached, and motivated many athletes to complete from their first sprint triathlon to numerous Ironman Triathlons. Jen guides her athletes to learn about themselves BEYOND the physical aspects of doing a triathlon. She is there to educate, motivate, and empower. Jen is an 11x Ironman Triathlete, and has learned “How to Coach Triathletes to Cross the Finish Line with a Smile!” Jen received her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology and started her own coaching business, JenRulon.com. JenRulon.com Facebook.com/JenRulon2013 Twitter.com/CoachJenRulon Megan Merchant lives in the tall pines of Prescott, AZ and holds an MFA degree from UNLV. She is the author of two full-length poetry collections: Gravel Ghosts (Glass Lyre Press, 2016 Book of the Year), The Dark’s Humming (2015 Lyrebird Prize, Glass Lyre Press, 2017), four chapbooks, and a children’s book with Philomel Books. She is also a 200 RYT and teaches Mindfulness & Meditation. MeganMerchant.wixsite.com/poet Twitter.com/meganamerchant Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

013: Finances: Can Money be Mindful? May 03, 2017

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How do you stay on mission and mindful, when money is a struggle? Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Lisa Baker King, Richard Balamucki, Adam Koren, and Meridith Powell to uncover the shroud of shame commonly associated with financial struggles. Today’s topic was inspired by a quote from Christopher McDougall’s book, Born to Run. “You have to give your heart to the Goddess of Wisdom, give her all your love and attention, and the Goddess of Wealth will become jealous, and follow you.” Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:25] Mike reads the quote from Christopher McDougall's, Born to Run, and asks the CAST to share their thoughts. [6:18] How can a person find the right financial advisor to help them through a financial struggle? [10:50] How does a person feel safe and centered in their life, with regards to their finances? [16:09] Where does judgment about finances come from, and how can people avoid it? [21:00] Real conversations about money, with details, is not normal for most families. Mentioned in This Episode: Born to Run, by Christopher McDougall You Are Here: Discovering the Magic of the Present Moment, by Thich Nhat Hanh The Richest Man Who Ever Lived, by Steve Scott The Art of Money, by Bari Tessler Rich Dad Poor Dad, by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter Lisa Baker-King is on a mission to connect families, celebrate children, and change companies. As the owner of L B K Kreatives and a celebrated author, Lisa is joined by a team of ghost marketers whose primary aim is to help small businesses fantastically flourish. As ghost marketers, they are guided by the fundamental belief that business should serve our lives and our lives should not serve our businesses. Lisa’s celebrates mindfulness by honoring her health and fitness, and operating by standards set by her faith, which says to love above all else. Zebecs.com Facebook.com/zebecs Twitter.com/Zebecs Richard Balamucki is the founder of Cranbrook Wealth Management, LLC. He was a pioneer in comprehensive financial planning in the ’80s, and then in the adoption of fee-based asset management in the ’90s. His firm currently manages approximately $550,000,000 of assets. He believes that the next frontier amounts to an almost therapeutic relationship with clients, that helps them use mindfulness for personal enjoyment, family bonding, helping the wider world, and achieving financial security. Cranbrookwealth.com Adam Koren has been coaching for more than 15 years, and serves his clients as a “financial handholder,” meaning he brings compassion and candor to the sometimes intimidating world of personal finance. He’s grateful he’s gotten to help many people face their fears and create much more ease and freedom in their lives. As a client recently said: “I don’t have to be anxious about my finances anymore!” Adamkoren.com Voted one of the Top 15 Business Growth Experts to watch by Currency Fair, Meridith Elliott Powell is an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and master certified business strategist. She works with clients to help them decrease stress, increase profits, and succeed, no matter what this economy does. Valuespeaker.com Facebook.com/meridith.powell Twitter.com/meridithpowell Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

012: Life Without Limits — Be Ready Apr 26, 2017

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Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes special guest and international singer, Emmanuel Kelly. Emmanuel shares his inspiring story of being found in a box in Iraq, to being signed to a recording deal by by one of Hollywood's most famous producers (including being on Australia's "X Factor"). Emmanuel has the noble goal of becoming the first differently-abled pop success, and using the recognition to encourage the world and to give people hope. He will blow you away. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:30] Emmanuel Kelly shares his story from being found in a box, to auditioning for XFactor. [10:52] Emmanuel hits the LA scene, and ends up signing with Bruno Mars Producer, Philip Lawrence. [16:47] How Emmanuel maintains a place of mindfulness. Mentioned in This Episode: Emmanuel Kelly and Coldplay perform Imagine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

011: Stillness - Do You Have Some? Apr 19, 2017

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Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Barry Moniak, John Sileo and Berni Xiong, to discuss this week’s topic: Stillness and do you have it in your life?. Mike shares a quote from Pico Iyer’s *The Art of Stillness*. Barry, John and Berni describe their idea of what stillness is, and share examples of where it has shown up in their lives. The desire to achieve stillness, leads the conversation towards the energetic, spiritual and physical practices to aid a person to stillness, in whatever form they desire it. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [1:14] Mike reads a quote from The Art of Stillness, and asks what the concept of stillness means to each CAST member. [6:25] Recognizing where stillness is in life, and where it is not. [14:45] John shares his favorite quote from The Art of Stillness. [16:51] How does stillness present itself in relationships? [20:07] Berni shares a variety of tools to achieve stillness. [23:28] How to keep a stillness practice alive. Mentioned in This Episode: The Art of Stillness by Pico Iyer Elizabeth Gilbert’s TED talk: “Your Elusive Creative Genius” Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset, to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer,” Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses, and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. https://Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind https://twitter.com/BarryMoniak John Sileo lost his business, $300,000 and two years of his life to cyber crime — all losses that lead to his greatest success and fulfillment. Based on these first-hand experiences, John became an award-winning author, keynote speaker and national media personality on cybersecurity, and flourishing in the face of failure. His clients include the Pentagon, 60 Minutes, Visa, and any organization that values its data and people. What drives John at a deeper level are mindful relationships with his highly-spirited daughters, inimitable wife, and tribe of close friends. Sileo.com Facebook.com/JohnDSileo Twitter.com/john_sileo Berni Xiong is The Shin Kicking Life Spark. She owns and runs Brave Bear Media, an intuitive coaching and consulting boutique helping impact-driven individuals speak up, stand out, and change the world. She is a contributing author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Time to Thrive, and contributing writer at The Huffington Post. When she’s not kicking shins, she is hanging out at her Reiki studio in the Twin Cities. Bernixiong.com Facebook.com/BraveBearMedia/ Twitter.com/bernixiong Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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