Post No. 2,637 - Some interesting reading/viewing

Here are some links that might of interest or value:

• a short story by me:   Ambushed - A Rangers of the Inner Plane Story    

• I have started my “definition” (running set of examples) of conflation; 

• interesting listening this week includes: 

• “All about Veganuary!”   Freedom of Species   https://www.3cr.org.au/freedomofspecies   “This week's episode is all about the Veganuary campaign which has inspired and supported millions of people all over the world to try vegan since 2014. Our guest is Jacqui, Veganuary campaign coordinator in Australia.  We talk to her about the concept of Veganuary, it's origins and impacts, and how to sign up and be supported in your new year's resolution to try a vegan lifestyle!”   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/freedom-of-species/id451682594?i=1000634502110   or at   https://www.3cr.org.au/freedomofspecies/episode/all-about-veganuary  
  
  
• “Mindful Traditions: A Contemplative View of Mental Health - Part 1”   Brainwaves   https://www.3cr.org.au/brainwaves   “Part one of a two part series of a recent public lecture by The University of Melbourne’s Contemplative Studies Centre, which brought together leaders from Zen and Insight Buddhist, as well as Islamic traditions to discuss mental health, spirituality and emotional wellbeing.Panellists:- Jess Huon, Meditation teacher- Saara Sabbagh, Founding Director and President, Benevolence Australia- Venerable BomHyon Sunim, Chaplain and doctoral research candidate, Western Sydney UniversityModerated by Paul Barclay.”   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/brainwaves/id451683572?i=1000634871234   or at   https://www.3cr.org.au/brainwaves/episode/mindful-traditions-contemplative-view-mental-health-part-1  
  
  
• “The ladder out of depression with psychiatrist Ian Hickie”   Conversations   “Professor Ian Hickie has spent decades trying to understand clinical depression. Where does it come from? What role do genes play? And most importantly – what works to release its choke hold?”   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/conversations/id94688506?i=1000634993802  
  
  
• “The Pleiadian’s and Cherokee Indians joining our meditation and CE5! Owls, UAP, ET, NHI, Drums, Love”   Aliens UFOs and Ghost Stories   “Today I speak to my friend Al V who attended my first and only CE5 about a month ago who witnessed some strange events that took place that night!”   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/aliens-ufos-and-ghost-stories/id1621877561?i=1000635074679 

• from YouTube: 

• On autism:  
  - “Autism & Society: Bullying”   https://youtu.be/ezr6e0XHpSo?si=Y2VvRLE-10rLx1Dr   bullying is a widespread problem in society, so this has wide application, IMO   (I’m still learning about that channel, but appears to have some thoughtful videos)   and  
  - “How To Recover From Overload”   https://youtu.be/6MTUuntrl8Q?si=OoqQm_Pxx7AgHsU2   by Purple Ella   https://www.youtube.com/@PurpleElla   “lifestyle content from a neurodivergent human”   this problem is also widespread, and although the details of the solutions are best suited to autists the principals can be used widely, IMO   and  
  - “Not Stimming is MORE dangerous than you think...”   https://youtu.be/RTw-32j0vm0?si=-2sQIMnlSsSUZGBR   by I’m Autistic, Now What?   https://www.youtube.com/@imautisticnowwhat   “I’m a 27 year old late-diagnosed autistic (& ADHD) woman from the UK. Without YouTube, I never would’ve discovered that I am autistic. So now I’m returning the favour!”   and  
  - “Autism traits are human traits”   https://youtu.be/hr7YFJ8iBL8?si=aKCJ0Ah2ZOsT5sJQ   by  Yo Samdy Sam   https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySam   “Exploring the topics of autism and neurodiversity. As a recently diagnosed autistic adult, I am passionate about not just raising awareness of autism but promoting acceptance for the autistic community. I want to explore the autistic experience from every weird corner of my brain and help others discover themselves, be proud of themselves and change the world, one silly video at a time.”   and  
  - “A Closer Look at Autism Speaks”   https://youtu.be/lIvAbbVznl0?si=zL6nfkjBSO0jIl_s   by   foster on the spectrum   https://www.youtube.com/@fosteronthespectrum   “Autistic ADHDer. Lover of frogs, books, neurodiversity, psychology, etc. Hater of capitalism”   - a long video, but very comprehensive and well balanced  
  - “10 ways YOU can Support the Autistic People in your Life”   https://youtu.be/h6h0D0PLUBs?si=-HCBeN7N5PfAV9xJ   
  - “People are ANGRY about AUTISTIC HEADCANONS”   https://youtu.be/pacyOg32ZLc?si=fiZBxVy3I5fPE_ml   
  - “Autism Imposter Syndrome Neurodivergent Doctor - The smartest have it, and how to stop it - reupload”   https://youtu.be/SudNEjw79O4?si=5wQQ8glluKm0I4-r  
  
  
• “Thoughts On How Children Grow”   https://youtu.be/7h0oW-6U_-4?si=87BgQO716YyEDoKF   by   JD Aragón   https://www.youtube.com/@samivayajd   “Visually impaired, 2Spirit, Indigenous Artist, Advocate, and Tea Coinsure with Albinism. Nu' Samivaya yan Hopimatsewa (My Hopi name is Samivaya) but you can call me JD. My videos share my thoughts and experiences living with intersecting minority labels. The discussions in my content reflect my personal perspectives on events, topics, or ideas related to my communities. These comments are meant to provide a wider view of various aspects related to representation and advocacy.”   
  
  
• a song with alien contact themes:   “Jericho”, by Iniko   https://youtu.be/C8BP8K-ZuL0?si=8uGcWAlzy-vQSDi2   lyrics at https://genius.com/Iniko-jericho-lyrics   and artists website at   https://www.inikoworld.com/  
  
  
• how shoes SHOULD be shaped!   https://www.youtube.com/shorts/WrM3ZcTCxBw  
  

• “TV can be educational but social media likely harms mental health: what 70 years of research tells us about children and screens”   https://theconversation.com/tv-can-be-educational-but-social-media-likely-harms-mental-health-what-70-years-of-research-tells-us-about-children-and-screens-216638   (based on an examination of multiple meta-analyses)   

• In a blow to the Newtonian mindset, “Pentagon Admits Failure in 'War on Terror' in Africa, as Attacks increase 75,000%”   https://www.juancole.com/2023/11/pentagon-failure-increase.html   

• “What is the PanaNatra line of painkillers and can herbal products effectively relieve pain?”   https://theconversation.com/what-is-the-pananatra-line-of-painkillers-and-can-herbal-products-effectively-relieve-pain-216445   There is good and important commentary on the formulation & dose, that pains that are different to those used in the trial may not be affected, and the importance of safety considerations and where there is insufficient data on this   

• a very good article on apologies - written as an analysis of celebrity apologies, but applies to all, in my opinion:   https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/nov/17/so-sorry-celebrities-but-you-should-take-a-tip-from-emily-blunt-before-you-offer-an-insincere-apology   

• this week’s “afterlife report” by the  Zammits (see here for zoom meeting opportunities). 

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