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Throughout the world, COVID-19 has ushered in a dreary winter, spanning the past year and the foreseeable future. Physicians have worked through once-unimaginable circumstances to ensure patients received lifesaving care, while families said goodbye to their loved ones over video chat. Along the way, we’ve canceled birthday parties and graduations, set up offices at home, and come to understand that there are moments when isolation is the only option.
Given this dramatic shift in living, it’s easy to see why some have responded to the madness of the pandemic by binge-watching Netflix or taking up drinking. But there are other ways to fill the time.
Rarely has there been a more fitting moment to pick up a book and reflect on what comes next.
For physicians who’ve been working long hours treating sick and dying patients, the prospect of opening a dense medical text to grapple with their role in the profession might seem daunting. That’s why MDLinx compiled a reading list of captivating books that have nothing to do with medicine—but might just help physicians realize something about their work, and life.
The Night of the Gun, by David Carr
Consider this the anti-memoir. Rather than rely on his own hazy memory, the late New York Times writer David Carr spent 3 years conducting more than 60 interviews to chronicle his drug and alcohol addiction, recovery, and rise to prominence in this groundbreaking book.
In nearly 400 breathtaking pages, the legendary media columnist sends readers to a world all but invisible to the squeaky clean. There are late-night drug purchases while his children wait in the car. Intoxicated mornings split between the bar and the office. Tough-to-read stories of violence and domestic abuse. But The Night of the Gun is also rife with hope and redemption, a reminder that no one is defined only by their mistakes.
Why should physicians care, though? There’s the obvious firsthand account that gives the physician a unique look into how some patients live, not just how they present in the clinic, and the ideas surrounding substance use disorder and treatment. Carr’s biggest gift to doctors, however, is his intrepid reporting of his own story. The Night of the Gun serves as a road map to the truth: Ask questions, ask more questions, gather and analyze all available data, ask questions again, interrogate your feelings, ask just a few more questions, and piece together the story the best you can. Physicians, who are more strapped for time and physically separated from their patients than ever before, may well stand to strengthen their paths to clinical diagnoses by adopting elements of Carr’s relentless process.
Read The Night of the Gun, by David Carr
The Overstory, by Richard Powers
Here’s some advice: Don’t pass up the chance to read a Pulitzer Prize winner. After all, there’s a reason why those awards mean something.
The Overstory, which claimed the 2019 fiction prize, embodies everything the Pulitzers should represent. Its author, Richard Powers, weaves a sprawling story that appears to be built on a series of disparate characters and far-flung vignettes. In time, though, his beautiful prose ties each tale together, in a dramatic convergence centered around the fight to preserve mammoth trees and unspoiled woodlands in the 1990s Pacific Northwest. The novel contains enough human love, death, and desperation to almost force readers to forget that it’s the trees that drive this story.
What’s striking about The Overstory, and what physicians might find most appealing, is how it handles complex systems. Everything is connected, and no disruption occurs without causing ripples elsewhere. That’s the story of the COVID-19 pandemic: An outbreak in China led to public health, economic, and social crises across the globe. An influx of sick and infectious patients led to supply chain breakdowns, restrictions on elective procedures, overcrowded hospitals, and declining revenues. In the same way, the human body’s intricacies mimic those of nature. Another message in The Overstory—to look deeper, to go to the source, to understand the context—offers physicians a mantra to navigate times of uncertainty.
Read The Overstory by Richard Powers
9 Algorithms That Changed the Future, by John MacCormick
While this book is unlikely to top any literary critics’ lists, its prose is notable in that its author, the computer science professor John MacCormick, manages to demystify the murky world of algorithms. If artificial intelligence no longer appears as a black box, is it still frightening, suspicious, or off-putting?
MacCormick’s 9 Algorithms That Changed the Future serves as both a history of computer science and an explanation for how its greatest products, from search engines to relational databases, work. In little more than 200 pages, he affords readers a basic understanding of the technology we use every day. That’s invaluable to anyone who’s inherently curious.
Physicians, in particular, have something to gain here. As healthcare continues its digital transformation, pushback to technology remains. There’s no doubt that some, if not much of that, is deserved, thanks to unreliable technology implementations, the many arduous electronic medical record systems, and flawed systems that simply weren’t designed with physicians and other clinicians in mind. Despite all this, healthcare technology is moving ahead more quickly than before, thanks to COVID-19 and the rise of virtual care, actionable data, and analytics.
Doctors who welcome the shift will consider 9 Algorithms That Changed the Future an interesting look at the innovations that laid the bedrock for healthcare’s evolution. Physicians who are reluctant to embrace technology might also read the book with interest, if only to better understand how their daily lives stand to change.
Read 9 Algorithms That Changed the Future by John MacCormick
On Writing, by Stephen King
When the famed horror novelist Stephen King authored this guide for scribes, he chose to supplement the technical with the personal. On Writing, therefore, contains a deep and personal look at the architect behind some of our worst nightmares, from his perspective. King’s story began as a miserable young man who taught by day and wrote by night, barely making enough money to get by, and ended with incredible success (and a remarkable recovery after being hit by a car).
Of all the advice he offers up-and-coming writers, and of all the delightful war stories he shares with readers, one portion of On Writing stands out as particularly helpful for physicians, who are so often consumed by work and vulnerable to burnout.
King recalled his purchase of a large, oak desk that dominated his study. There, he drank and drugged, retreated from the world and wrote. Like Carr, King also suffered through alcohol and cocaine abuse, ultimately getting clean after his wife staged an intervention. Afterward, he began focusing on his family and recognizing the role of writing—his living—in his life. He traded his oversized desk for something smaller.
“… Put your desk in the corner, and every time you sit down there to write, remind yourself why it isn’t in the middle of the room,” King wrote. “Life isn’t a support system for art. It’s the other way around.”
Is the same not true of medicine?
Read On Writing by Stephen King


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Homes in a Bartlett subdivision received electric and gas smart meters in January 2014. Six months after meter installations, on a Saturday morning in June, one residence’s electric smart meter sent an alarm to MLGW. As a result, a technician was dispatched. While the technician checked the meter, the residents came out, confused, as they hadn’t contacted MLGW to report any power problems—but their smart meter had.
The MLGW employee found the meter socket overheating and noted that the mastpipe, which contains wiring running from the elevated weatherhead to the meter center, was also dangerously hot. In addition, the employee observed new electric wires in the socket, an indication the home might have been expanded recently, resulting in a larger electric load.
While Code Enforcement officials inspect wiring inside the building and in the electric panel as part of the building permit process, they do not inspect the meter socket. Had MLGW been notified at the time of the home renovation to determine whether the existing electric service could handle the new larger electric load, this potentially dangerous overheating could have been avoided. Instead, the electric smart meter’s built-in sensors activated, alerting MLGW to a developing problem. MLGW made the necessary repairs, reinstalled the smart meter and all was well.
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Agneepath director Karan Malhotra’s epic Shamshera is gearing up for a theatrical release in a post-pandemic moment when audiences are once again flocking to theaters.
The film is set in the fictional 19th-century city of Kaza, where a warrior tribe is imprisoned, enslaved and tortured by the ruthless authoritarian General Shudh Singh (Sanjay Dutt). It tells the story of Shamshera (Ranbir Kapoor), an enslaved man who became a leader and then a legend by fighting relentlessly for the freedom and dignity of his tribe. The film will be Kapoor’s first release since 2018’s hit Sanju.
“Shamshera” marks the first action-oriented role for Kapoor, while Dutt is riding a wave of acclaim for his role as an antagonist in “KGF: Chapter 2”, one of the biggest Indian hits of 2022, alongside “RRR”. Originally filmed in the Kannada and Telugu languages respectively, these two films became huge hits in their Hindi-dubbed versions as well, with audiences reacting to their larger-than-life storytelling and heroism. Shamshera promises to be the first current generation Hindi film to capture the zeitgeist celebrated by KGF: Chapter 2 and RRR.
“I’m a huge fan of the great, great Hindi films of yesteryear. I feel like somewhere we’ve lost interest or excitement in retelling stories of this world,” Malhotra said diversity. “Not only as a filmmaker, but also as an audience, I miss this genre a lot. I just came back to this. ‘Shamshera’ is a classic Hindi cinematic experience of 2022-23.”
Malhotra commemorates Dutt missing the golden age of Bollywood heroism to the point where he started a production company to bring the genre back.
“For Sanjay Dutt, ‘Shamshera’ ticks all the boxes for him. He really missed the adrenaline rush and the hero-villain confrontation and action that used to happen in our films,” Malhotra said. “It definitely brings back the Indian hero and it also brings back the Indian villain in a big way. But it’s made so you don’t feel like you’re seeing old wine in a new bottle. ‘Shamshera’ will come across as its own genre.”
Malhotra adds that Kapoor’s image in the film is “100%” new and different. “Ranbir has never done anything like this and I feel lucky to be the first filmmaker to project him into this world, with the look he has in film, with the catharsis he follows,” said Malhotra. “Our emotions are all extreme — we’re not subtle people, we don’t believe in subtle emotions. Ranbir beautifully projected this extreme nature of our sensitivity in the film. So he’s definitely going to offer something very, very new and very, very strong to his fans and those who aren’t expecting him to be in movies like this.”
Shamshera is produced by Aditya Chopra for leading Indian studio Yash Raj Films. It will be released in India and the more than fifty international territories where Bollywood films are released daily on July 22nd. After that, a broader global rollout is planned.
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Series: My Daughter's Boyfriend
By: Daniel Hurst
Narrators: Harrie Dobby, Adam Sims, Tamsin Kennard
Publisher: Bookouture Audio
Publication Date: 11/04/2023
My Rating: 4.5 Stars (ARC)
My daughter is getting married to the man of her dreams. But will she pay for it with her life?
My beautiful daughter Ellie walks down the aisle in her full-length lace dress, beaming with happiness. As she exchanges her vows with Kyle, who looks devastatingly handsome in his smart black suit, I hope this time will be different…
As confetti settles on the shoulders of the happy couple, I reassure myself that Kyle Beaumont is a charming, successful businessman. He’s so different to her ex-boyfriend – the man who tried to hurt my Ellie.
Except, only days after the ceremony, I discover a letter that makes my heart flip when I realise what my son-in-law is hiding. Ellie’s past is about to catch up with her, and I am certain my daughter is in danger.
But I’m her mother, and I’ll stop at nothing to protect her…
An utterly gripping psychological thriller with jaw-dropping twists from the number one bestselling author of The Doctor’s Wife. If you loved Behind Closed Doors and The Night She Disappeared, you’ll be hooked by My Daughter’s Husband.
The king of domestic suspense, Daniel Hurst, returns following My Daughter's Boyfriend with the second in the series (sequel), MY DAUGHTER'S HUSBAND. Life continues for a mother-daughter duo caught up in another dangerous web of deceit con game. A killer on the loose set out for revenge in this entertaining, suspenseful popcorn psychological thriller!
Elle sure knows how to pick them! From a murderer to a con man! I think she should stay single—TOXIC relationships.
Five years after the nightmare terror of Elle's boyfriend, Daryl, and father, Harvey, from the States—Elle has moved on and is marrying Kyle. Everyone is traveling from the UK to Turkey for the wedding.
Dawn, Ellie's mother, is delighted her daughter is getting a happy ending after the nightmare of her last boyfriend, Daryl, which ended in Dawn killing him to protect her daughter from a murderer.
However, Daryl's dad, Harvey, whom we met in the first book, has been serving time in prison, confessing— and is about to be released. Harvey is obsessed with making this mother-daughter pay for his son's death. Of course, Harvey is a killer, and his son inherited those murderous tendencies.
Havey has to find a way to get into the country, and may these two pay, no matter the cost. REVENGE.
Dawn has tried to get back into the dating circle, but each time the guy finds out about the past drama and she is the killer, she can't get past Go. Her friend has someone in mind who knows the background, so it is a possibility.
In the meantime, the wedding is beautiful, and when Dawn returns, she finds a letter that makes her suspicious of Kyle. She follows him and learns there is another woman. Who is this man and what is his plan?
But little does Dawn know how dangerous and evil Kyle can be. She must get her daughter away from this man and this scheme.
However, Elle is naïve and believes his tales. She takes out a bank loan for $100K and will give him her savings to help with his business.
Will Dawn make it out (she is captured) before it is too late to save her daughter? In the meantime, Harvey is closing in. The novel follows Dawn, Elle, and Harvey as the suspense builds into an explosive ending.
Hurst always delivers a clever, twisty, highly entertaining read, engaging you with drama and suspense. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Harrie Dobby, Adam Sims, and Tamsin Kennard for an entertaining, fun performance. I listened in one sitting to see how it would turn out! I highly recommend the audio.
My Daughter's Husband can be read/listened to as a standalone; however, I recommend reading My Daughter's Boyfriend first to get the characters' backstory.
Thanks to Bookouture Audio and NetGalley for a gifted ALC in exchange for an honest review.
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Pub Date: Nov 4, 2023
My Rating: 4.5 Stars (audio)
My Daughter's Boyfriend Series
About the Author
Daniel Hurst was born in the northwest of England, a part of the world famous for its comedians, pasties and terrible weather.
He has been employed in several glamorous roles in his lifetime, including bartending, shelf stacking and procurement administration, all while based in some of the most exotic places on the planet, like Bolton, Preston and South London.
Since following his lifelong passion for writing in 2020, he has amassed a loyal and devoted set of readers, and regularly has several books in the top 100 of the Psychological Thriller Charts on Amazon. His title The Passenger became the #1 selling psychological thriller in the UK in October 2021, and his bestselling book to date is his title The Doctor’s Wife, which topped the Amazon UK Kindle Chart on February 16th 2023. He remembers that date because he stayed up all night celebrating.

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Nearly one-half of Americans are challenged by low financial well-being. Compared to emotional/mental, job/career, social, physical, and financial, it’s this last lens on personal health that gets the lowest ratings for the largest number of Americans. The second most worrying factor diminishing well-being is a tie between physical health and social health.
Welcome to The uncomfortable reality of financial wellbeing, a report on the 2017 Financial Mindset Study Highlights from Alight Solutions, an HR services company.
The first chart arrays the well-being rankings across the five factors, showing that just over one-half of Americans have more positive views on their emotional and mental health. Still, one-third of people say their emotional/mental status ranks on the low end, just below job/career wellness.
The so-called “uncomfortable reality” of well-being is also lower among women than men.
Finances are also a taboo-topic about which 3 in 4 people are uncomfortable discussing with people they know well. Only sex ranks lower in terms of discussion-comfort (at 20%, 1 in 5 people feeling comfortable discussing with people they know well).
Given the fact that health care costs are the top pocketbook issues for U.S. families, it’s concerning that Americans “have two wallets:” one for health care and one for retirement, Alight learned.
The second chart illustrates a relatively low level of saving for health care expenses not paid by insurance. Nearly one-half of people aren’t saving anything for out-of-pocket health care expenses, shown on the bottom line of “Nothing.” Only two in five workers are saving up to their annual health care deductible; thus, 3 in 5 people are at significant financial risk in the event of an unexpected health event.
Even when armed with a health savings account (HSA), most employees aren’t taking advantage of them to save for medical expenses. One-third of workers have an HSA, but only 1 in 5 figure out how much they need to save into their account. One in five save the maximum amount allowed, one in five figure out what they can afford and put that away, and 1 in five don’t have a plan and “decide as they go along,” Alight discovered.
“Retirement is the ultimate intersection of financial security and healthy aging,” according to the 2017 Aegon Retirement Ready Survey on Healthy Aging and Financial Security, published this month, found a direct relationship between consumers mindful of the need to financially plan for retirement and save connected with positive health status. People less likely to save and be aware of those savings, and lack a written plan for retirement, are more likely to be in poor or fair health, shown in the third chart.
Globally, traditional views of retirement are changing, Aegon found, as more people plan to work to age 60 or older, or never retire. People are re-defining healthy aging is an active stage of life where they want to stay socially connected and community-involved; and, 57% envision working in some way.
While active aging is a globally-shared vision among people in wealthy countries, a new report from The Commonwealth Fund learned that the health of older Americans ranks relatively low compared with older peers living in developed nations.
The headline of this study is that U.S. seniors are more likely to be sick and have trouble affording care than those in peer nations.
U.S. seniors are sicker, more economically vulnerable, and deal with greater financial barriers to health and social care than older people living in other wealthy countries, as the fourth chart shows. One in 3 American elders also has three or more chronic conditions, the highest proportion among the eleven nations studied.
One in 3 older Americans who is considered at high-need for medical care faces greater cost barriers to receiving health services, again the highest percentage found across the comparative nations.
Health Populi’s Hot Points: As US tax reform efforts come to a vote in the coming days, Congressional legislators should be mindful of the direct correlation between financial wellness and overall health – both individual health at the taxpayer level and through the macro public health lens. An analysis from The Commonwealth Fund published today notes that By Reducing the Income of Poorer Americans, the Senate Tax Bill May Worsen Health Outcomes. The worsening of health outcomes would be the result of repealing the ACA’s individual mandate and reducing the income of the poor, which the CBO calculated in their scoring of the Senate bill as detailed in the last chart.
It is useful to note that the countries providing a stronger social safety net, coupled with resilient primary care backbone, drive better outcomes for their health citizens. As Congress debates cuts to the social safety net coupled with health care access erosion, the risks to individual and public health would be particularly acute for people already in high-need scenarios with multiple chronic conditions. These are largely older people, whom AARP calculated would bear much greater health care costs under the Senate tax proposal.
That’s a recipe for eroding financial wellness for the oldest health citizens of America.


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For the first time, the City of Zamboanga provided cash aid to persons with disabilities.
Senator Lito Lapid has filed a bill seeking to provide a P2,000 monthly pension to persons with disabilities (PWDs) who don’t have work or receive support from their relatives.
Senator Cynthia Villar has suggested making toilets allotted for persons with disability (PWD) open to transgender individuals to avoid discrimination when they go to either the men’s or women’s restrooms.
Iminungkahi ni Senadora Cynthia Villar na habang hindi pa nareresolba kung dapat ba na ipagamit ang CR ng babae o sa mga bakla at CR ng lalaki sa mga tomboy o miyembro ng LGBT pansamantala munang ipagamit ang CR ng PWDs sa kanila matapos ang insidente ng pagkakaaresto sa LGBT dahil sa pagpupumilit na gamitin ang CR ng babae.
Sen. Sonny Angara on Sunday said the education of children with special needs and disabilities should be integrated in regular classes and be made free in public schools nationwide.


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Better known for his new jazz outfit Truby Trio, Rainer Trueby has been putting out some interesting dance records recently on Compost (check his minimal Roy Ayers tribute "Ayers Rock"). This single might be his best thus far. Teaming up with Motor City Drum Ensemble, the duo concocts an impressive take on 90s house ("Jeck"). Think Wolf+Lamb / Soul Clap. For Compost minimal heads, check the Marcus Worgull dub version. The best might be saved for last, with "Welcome To Our World," a Roy Ayers-influenced jazz-house stomper. Recommended.
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Minister Flanagan welcomes Colombia Peace Agreement23/6/16
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan TD, has welcomed today’s historic signature of a peace agreement between the Government of Colombia and the FARC (Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias Colombianas) in Havana, Cuba.
Ireland has been a strong supporter of the Colombian Peace Process and former Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore is the EU Special Envoy for the Colombian Peace Process.
Speaking after the signing of the Agreement, Minister Flanagan stated:
“Today is an historic moment for the people of Colombia and the surrounding region.
‘The conflict in Colombia has devastated the lives of generations of people and today the more than 200,000 people who lost their lives in this horrific conflict and their loved ones are foremost in my thoughts.
“Today’s landmark agreement gives the citizens of Colombia the prospect of a brighter, more peaceful future. I congratulate President Juan Manuel Santos for his courage in pursuing peace and all the parties to the talks who have worked for nearly four years to reach this point.
“Our own history of conflict on this island gives us a particular interest in conflict resolution and this is reflected in our foreign policy priorities. Earlier this year, a mission from my Department visited Colombia to assess how Ireland could support the implementation of a peace agreement, including by drawing lessons from the peace process in Northern Ireland.
“We will continue to offer support to Colombia in the implementation of this important peace agreement, recognising that faithful implementation is critical to the success of any peace agreement.”
23 June 2016
Notes for Editors
The Agreement on a Bilateral and Final Ceasefire and Cessation of Hostilities was signed by President Santos of Colombia and FARC leader Timoleon Jimenez in Havana today. It brings to an end a 52 year conflict which has claimed more than 200,000 lives. The signing was witnessed by the Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki Moon, as well as the Presidents of Chile, Cuba and Venezuela and the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Norway, Borge Brende. The European Union’s Special Envoy for the Colombian Peace Process, former Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore, was also present.
The recommendations of the Department of Foreign affairs’ mission included support for an EU Trust Fund for Colombia and for the Government of Colombia’s 21-point plan for the implementation of the accord. This is in addition to support provided by Irish Aid for human rights organisations in Colombia.
Former Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore was appointed as the EU’s Special Envoy to the Colombia talks in November 2015. Mr Gilmore’s role is to convey the political support of the EU for the peace process, especially in the implementation phase. He is tasked with working with the Colombian Government and other stakeholders in Colombia, and with EU Member States and the European Parliament.
Ireland has also supported the Colombia talks through funding to the Institute for Integrated Transitions (IFIT) which has provided technical and policy advice to the negotiation process.
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Commentary: PSLE scores and the problem with the beloved late bloomer narrative
Some people might never bloom at all, at least according to society’s standards. But in a performance-driven society, so what? Does being “average” constitute a moral failing?
SINGAPORE: Charlie scores 198 for his primary school leaving examination (PSLE). He barely makes it into the Express stream. Two decades later, he is the creative director of a popular media agency.
The day before the PSLE results are released, he writes in a Facebook post that grades don’t define him, because look where he is now. He is successful, and hence, he says, there is hope for anyone.
His post gets 25,000 reactions, 450 comments and 7,000 shares. Netizens riff off his anecdote by sharing their PSLE results alongside their level of success now.
Many of us know a Charlie – the quintessential late bloomer whose story is a permanent and predictable fixture in the social media news cycle around the time that the results of a national examination are released.
And when the PSLE results are released on Wednesday (Nov 25), we will read another story about another Charlie.
Forgive my cynicism, there is nothing inherently wrong with the late bloomer narrative. In a depressing year like this, in fact, it could just add much-needed hope to our social media feed.
But while this innocuous narrative might intend to help some feel like they’re allowed to bloom in their own time and go against the norm, the problem arises when it ironically reinforces traditional definitions of success, from climbing the professional ladder to obtaining high social standing.
It inadvertently implies being a late bloomer is worth shouting about – if you eventually bounce back on track by achieving conventional success.
READ: Commentary: We have totally undervalued late bloomers
Take the Life Beyond Grades initiative that launched two years ago to much social media fanfare. It encapsulated the familiar late bloomer narrative by featuring working professionals, who had graduated from primary school decades ago. Many were doing relatively well in life despite having average to poor PSLE results.
The campaign aimed to remind youth and parents alike that PSLE results aren’t the be-all and end-all. After all, these people had made something of their lives.
Notwithstanding factors like family background, environment and inborn character traits, which play a part in helping someone bloom at all, albeit later in life, what underscored the campaign was the familiar, attractive idea of rising above the odds.
While several of the participants delved into the nuances of what success meant to them, and the campaign wasn’t insinuating that grades weren’t important at all, having won against the odds meant they were now considered successful – at least enough to dispense wisdom about not paying heed to the path dictated by their grades.
READ: Commentary: How to sabotage your child’s future – five dangerous notions about life, careers and education
READ: Commentary: Life Beyond Grades a worthy cause but be careful not to trivialise failure
Because of their feel-good nature and championing of the underdog, these social media posts tend to go viral, making it seem that doing well in life despite your PSLE results is a common occurrence.
In reality, that is likely the exception to the rule. Most of our journeys are far more nuanced.
For many of us, our PSLE scores – whether good, poor or average – were a blip in an adventure that might not conform to a conventional script of what economic success looks like, but nonetheless brought joy, perspective and that priceless sense of ownership of our own version of happiness.
Most of us exist on a whole other spectrum from the late bloomers and underdogs we extol, and are probably far more common.
But our comparatively ordinary lives don’t make headlines because we still don’t quite know how to divorce individual achievement from societal worth.
WHAT’S WRONG WITH BEING AVERAGE?
Underpinning the narrative about late bloomers that praises them for aligning with society’s traditional ideas of success, after not having made the mark earlier in life, is our inability to accept being average, which we now equate with mediocrity.
The new PSLE grading system might be implemented next year, but it won’t be the silver bullet to alleviate the stress our children face, if we don’t also change the narratives around what we consider success.
READ: New PSLE scoring system not silver bullet, but part of education reform: Ong Ye Kung
READ: Full subject-based banding an 'important' move to maximise students' talents: Ong Ye Kung
The stories we tell ourselves matter.
For once, I would like to see attention given to folks, who scored, for instance, 270, for PSLE, sharing that they are now working at an unimpressive job, but that their professional and social status doesn’t bother them because they don’t pin their happiness to achievement.
Hearing someone explicitly talk about falling short of their supposed potential, but still be able to find a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life, would take the pressure off many kids, parents and even adults, regardless of those three digits once upon a time.
What if being a late bloomer didn’t mean finally meeting society’s narrow definition of success, but coming into our own and carving out our own expansive definition of success, regardless of whether anyone agrees? What if it simply meant finding our own stride and living up to the person we want to be, not who others expect us to be?
Yet, being able to shape a healthier, more holistic perspective of success in the long term begins with not looking at mediocrity as a moral failing.
HOW WE JUDGE SUCCESS
Personally, it is a lesson that would have saved me a lot of grief over the last two decades since I received my PSLE results.
READ: Commentary: The fear of failure cannot help Singapore reach our best
I was never “meant” to score 253 for PSLE, nor have my name flashed on screen in my primary school’s assembly hall as one of the students who qualified for the gifted examination that would determine entrance into the gifted stream.
My teachers predicted I would score no more than 220. To date, I can still recall their look of shock when they revealed the list of top performers in my school.
My grades weren’t the most stellar, but I was supposedly on the path to success because I had far exceeded my teachers’ and parents’ expectations.
I did not realise it then, but getting a taste of conventional success at such a formative age was pivotal in shaping my high-achieving behaviour for the next two decades. Even when I opted out of the junior college route my parents and teachers had hoped for me to head into, in order to avoid the stress of cramming for a national exam within two years, there was immense pressure to excel in a polytechnic.
Not only did a teacher half-joke that I was “wasting” my potential, I could never fully escape my personal demons of needing to perform, so I could prove my PSLE score wasn’t a fluke, never mind that it had been five years since my PSLE by then.
All I wanted was to continue reaching for that same excellence and the sense of self-worth and pride that was intrinsically tied to success and achievement, even when it wore me down.
Without my surprise score, I wouldn’t have gotten the academic opportunities I did. But the flip side was that I was unable to truly embrace life in the middle without feeling like I would disappoint a parent or teacher who had high hopes for me.
A few months ago, a university student asked me how I would define career success in my industry. I don’t think I gave her the answer she was looking for, but I like to think it is the answer I needed to hear as a student.
I judge my success by whether I like myself. That is my only criteria.
Grace Yeoh is a senior journalist at CNA Insider.

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Mansfield Town under-18s return to action at RH Academy on Saturday when they face Sheffield United in the Premier League Cup (11am kick-off).
All supporters are welcome to attend the game for free at the following venue: RH Academy, Woburn Lane, Mansfield, NG19 7RT.
Last Saturday, the young Stags won a Nottinghamshire Derby contest 2-0 at home to Notts County.
Professional development phase lead coach Steve Chettle was pleased with how his side dominated the encounter.
“Our performances have been really good,” Steve said.
“Everybody wants to feel good about winning against our local rivals and we played really well. They [Notts] didn’t have a single shot on target all game.
“Our energy was really good and, for the first time this season, we took a couple of chances when we needed to.”
The ‘couple of chances’ were despatched by attacking midfielder Jakub Kruszynski as the youngster netted on 86 and 88 minutes to settle the clash.
“He [Kruszysnki] was very good,” Steve added.
“Jakub had a very good pre-season; he’s had some time in the first team as well.
“He played more of a central role against Notts County. He, technically, is very very good and his first goal was a bit of individual brilliance.
“The second one – he followed up on the rebound for a tap-in.”
On Saturday’s opponents, Sheffield United, the former Nottingham Forest defender said: “They’re a Category 2 club. They play in the Premier League 2 so it’s a new fixture for us.
“It’s another challenge for us. It’s the first time we’ll play in the Premier League Cup.
“We’re looking for as many good outcomes as we can, and we want to go and win the game. That’s the main objective for every game – to play really well and go on to win a football match.”
The professional development phase lead coach finished by offering his thoughts on the inclusion of several youngsters in the matchday squad as Stags beat Sheffield Wednesday in the Carabao Cup second round at Hillsborough on Tuesday evening.
“It was great,” he said.
“It’s a great achievement for the club to get to the third round and a great way to do it at Hillsborough.
“For the kids to be involved in it, and feel the excitement of a League Cup tie and win, it’s something they’ll remember for a very long time.
“Hopefully, it’s the first of many occasions as they get to be with the senior group.
“We were really pleased as an Academy, and with how it’s going for us, and how much the gaffer includes the players into the group.”

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Another launch abort.
We experienced an automated abort because a sensor reported a fault. Automated Safety System operated as intended. Bird and payload are safe and unharmed. Engine ROFI ignitors were not fired. Turbo pumps were not spun up. Mission safety first...
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During Sounds Good we meet LowerTown Paducah artist BiLan Liao and Murray State's Dr. Marcie Hinton who is assisting her finishing a book of the experiences of her family's journey through the Chinese Cultural Revolution. An exhibition of Liao's work chronicling her family's experience opens tomorrow at Maiden Alley Cinema.
Murray State’s College of Education Human Development and Leadership Program brings author/educator Cathy Bao Bean to campus tomorrow for a community presentation at 5:30 p.m. in the second floor auditorium, Room 240 of Alexander Hall. Bao Bean has made a life work of learning and laughing about cultural differences. Bean spoke with Kate Lochte for Sounds Good.


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This oddly-shaped, small country stretches along the west coast of South America, reaching from the middle of the continent to its southern end. Add to that a couple of islands, and you’ll understand why Chile’s nature is so diversified. It’s a great place to go, whether you’re an adventure-seeker dreaming of shrouded in mystery, remote areas, a fan of cultural anthropology in search of bizarre discoveries, or you want nothing else but original, exciting holidays. To make the research easier, here’s a list of some of the best places to visit in Chile.
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Easter Island is the best place to visit in Chile
The Easter Island is isolated, mysterious and far from everything. Even between the island and Chile, there’s a distance of 3700 kilometers. It feels like the end of the world, or even more, a fantastic fairy-tale setting out of the Earth. The island’s energy is one of a kind, created by the eerie landscapes and enigmatic Moai figures. Moai is a world-known highlight of the Easter Island, they stand proudly upon ceremonial platforms and make a truly mesmerizing impression.
Anthropologists aren’t sure about their meaning, but since their eyes face villages, not the ocean, scientists suppose the Moai were watching over the people. Only one figure looks at the sea, to help travelers to reach the island. The statues not only symbolized power and authority, but they were also believed to have it within them in the form of mana, a magical, spiritual essence. Besides of this curious piece of magic, the island offers such attractions like trekking, snorkeling, and surfing or simply enjoying the white sand, crystal-blue water and breathtaking beauty of its gorgeous beaches. Easter Island is not only one of the best places to visit in Chile, but it’s also among the most peculiar and enchanting places to visit in the whole world.
Lauca National Park
Because of the altiplano and mountains, large volcanoes, blue lagoons and sparkling lakes, the Lauca is like heaven for all nature-lovers. It’s also a home for a variety of wildlife, including adorable llamas and alpacas, vicuñas, vizcachas and over 140 bird species. The park’s most incredible treasure is the Lago Chungará, an incredibly high lake, with picturesque Volcán Parinacota and its twin brother Volcán Pomerape overlooking it. Some lovely villages can be found in the highlands, such as the Parinacota with its old, white church.
Do you fancy some climbing, hiking, riding or jumping off of something? All possible kinds of sports activities can be done in Pucon. This small tourist town is a favorite destination of crazy adventurers, sports addicts and those who need to let out their unbearable hyperactivity. It’s not a place for meditating, breathing quietly and escaping the humanity, but it is a perfect spot for travelers seeking active holidays and spectacular adventures. Luckily, there’s also something for those who get a bit tired after climbing the majestic Volcan Villarrica or trekking all day. You can always lie down on the black-sand beach or take a relaxing bath in the thermal springs.
San Pedro de Atacama
This small town attracts numbers of tourists with deep, warm colors of picturesque sceneries and unique attractions. The city’s features include a lovely church and a cozy plaza, lots of hostels and guest-houses. As for the outlying sights, there are so many of them you might have difficulties deciding what to do when you wake up in the morning. You can start with visiting the Salar de Atacama, a giant flat salt flat offering a cosmic landscape dominated by striking volcanoes. You can also go to the pastel Chaxas Lagoon, a part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve, and make friends among pink, graceful flamingos. Try not to miss the Laguna Miscanti (a brackish water lake) and Valle de la Luna (the name not without reason means Valley of the Moon, the scenery is moon-like indeed).
If you’re one of those who believes penguins are the most charming animals of all, you’ll be more than happy on the Magdalena Island, having a possibility to see these lovable, waddling birds with your own eyes. Los Pingüinos Natural Monument, located on this tiny island, shelters over 120,000 Magellanic penguins. The island is currently uninhabited by humans and entirely ruled by the penguins.
The Laguna San Rafael National Park
The fact that San Rafael Glacier is not easily reachable doesn’t at all make it less of attraction. The best places to visit in Chile are sometimes the most secluded, and so it is in the case of the Laguna San Rafael National Park. Even though getting there isn’t simple, it can be incredibly spectacular. If you decide to take a boat, you might see the channels, lakes, and fjords of the Aysén Region.
A part of the park is covered by ice, but there also mountains, rivers, fauna, and flora. Southern beech coigüe, coniferous mañío macho and tepy, various vines, shrubs, and mosses grow in the lush rainforest that is also a home for several forest-dwelling animals. Sea-birds, such as penguins, albatrosses, and gulls, reside around the shoreline.


What’s most important to sustaining human life? Arguably it’s water. In fact, the United Nations recognized the human right “to safe and clean drinking water” through a resolution in 2010.
California law recognizes the right, too—sort of. The state requires water systems to provide a “reliable and adequate supply of pure, wholesome, potable, and healthy water,” but some residents of rural areas in the San Joaquin Valley, where high poverty rates abound, must pay up to 20 percent of their income for drinkable water. In the unincorporated town of Lanare, for example, residents pay $54 per month for tap water that is contaminated with nitrates (which have been linked to cancer and blue-baby syndrome), arsenic, and other toxic substances, forcing them—at least those who can pay—to spend an additional $35 per month for bottled water. In contrast, the residents of nearby Riverdale, a larger town, will build a new $5.4 million arsenic water treatment plant after passing a bond issue and obtaining a $500,000 grant from the state.
The struggle for safe water isn’t limited to California. Although the federal Safe Water Drinking Act requires most water providers to meet drinking water standards, funding realities dictate that access to safe drinking water too often depends on a community’s wealth . Most states have taken over enforcement of the Safe Drinking Water Act but, unlike under the Clean Water Act, which deals primarily with discharge of pollutants into surface water, states don’t get much federal funding to help meet drinking water standards. This lack of funding at every level complicates enforcement efforts.
This reality may be shifting in California, where California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA), using a combination of litigation and legislative advocacy, has changed the legal landscape when it comes to low-income residents’ access to safe water.
California implements the federal Safe Drinking Water Act through its Health & Safety Code, which requires the Department of Public Health to develop a Safe Drinking Water Plan every five years. In recognition of gaps in the knowledge and enforcement capacity of the state’s myriad small water systems, the plan focuses on analyzing the water quality and service of water systems with fewer than 10,000 connections. But it’s been nearly 20 years since the Department obeyed the statutory mandate and submitted a plan—decades during which many rural Californians have been drinking water laced with arsenic.
CRLA sued on behalf of residents of the San Joaquin Valley and a grassroots organization, La Asociación de Gente Unida por el Agua (the AGUA Coalition), asking the court to order the California Department of Public Health to prepare the required plan. After an appellate court reversed a dismissal of the suit (Newton-Enloe v. Horton) in April, the parties settled the case in November. The department will submit a Safe Drinking Water Plan—a detailed five-year implementation plan—within three years of the settlement. And, most important to CRLA, the department must comply with the state statute and investigate the water quality and service of water systems throughout the state with fewer than 10,000 service connections. In doing so, the department must report on and take into consideration, and attach as an appendix to the plan, any data that CRLA collects on small water systems.
On the legislative front, CRLA and other advocates helped achieve passage of a package of seven drinking water bills that, among other things, provide grants to small communities to upgrade their water systems and create a revolving fund to make “severely disadvantaged communities” (median household income less than 60 percent of the statewide average) eligible for grants covering the full costs of water treatment projects.
This advocacy dovetails with the earlier visit of Caterina de Albuquerque, the Special Rapporteur on the human right to safe drinking water and sanitation, at the invitation of the U.S. government. Between February 22 and March 4, de Albuquerque undertook a fact-finding mission with stops in Washington, Boston, Sacramento, and to the Winnemem Wintu in northern California; she issued a formal report in August contending that “States’ obligation with regard to the right to safe drinking water and sanitation requires that water and sanitation be available, accessible, affordable, acceptable and of good quality for everyone without discrimination.” She noted that “existing federal laws generally focus on maintaining water quality rather than ensuring access for all citizens.”
While federal progress toward a right to water seems unlikely at the moment, as CRLA has shown, changes may be possible at the state level. For more on CRLA’s fight to give low-income residents access to safe drinking water, see Furthering the Fight to Make Clean Water a Right in California, in Clearinghouse Review’s September-October 2011 issue, Human Rights: A New (and Old) Way to Secure Justice.
For more information on homelessness and the right to water and sanitation see, Toward a Human Rights Framework in Homelessness Advocacy: Bringing Clients Face-to-Face with the United Nations, by Mona Tawatao and Colin Bailey and Opening the Door to the Human Right to Housing: The Universal Periodic Review and Strategic Federal Advocacy for a Rights-Based Approach to Housing, by Eric Tars and Déononné Bhattarai in the same publication.
This blog post was coauthored by Kathleen Donahue McNally.


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Opium Tincture, USP (Deodorized), is for oral administration. It is freed from unpleasant odor or nauseating substances by “denarcotization” with a petroleum distillate. Opium tincture is a clear, reddish-brown hydroalcoholic solution.
Each 100 mL contains 1 g of anhydrous morphine (represents the equivalent of 10 g of Powdered Opium, USP), alcohol, 19%, and water.
Opium has a very characteristic odor and a very bitter taste. The opiates are the most effective and prompt-acting nonspecific antidiarrheal agents.
The opiates act by enhancing tone in the long segments of longitudinal muscle and by inhibiting propulsive contraction of both circular and longitudinal muscles.
Clinical evidence indicates that the analgesic activity of opium preparations is due to their morphine content. Relatively small doses that do not produce significant analgesia are effective in controlling diarrhea. The papaverine content of the mixed alkaloids is too small to have demonstrable spasmolytic activity.
Following oral administration, morphine is well absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. It is rapidly metabolized following oral administration, however, and plasma levels of unconjugated morphine are lower than those achieved after parenteral administration. Like other narcotic analgesics, opium preparations are metabolized in the liver. Morphine undergoes conjugation with glucuronic acid at the 3-hydroxyl group. Secondary conjugation may also occur at the 6-hydroxyl group to form the 3,6-diglucuronide. Morphine is excreted in the urine mainly as morphine-3-glucuronide and smaller amounts of morphine-3,6-diglucuronide and unchanged drug. Approximately 75% of a dose of morphine is excreted in the urine within 48 hours.
Opium tincture is useful for the treatment of diarrhea.
This preparation is not recommended for use in children. It should not be used in diarrhea caused by poisoning until the toxic material is eliminated from the gastrointestinal tract.
Addiction can result from opium usage. Opium preparations should be given in the smallest effective dose and as infrequently as possible to minimize the development of tolerance and physical dependence.
General – Opium should be used with caution in the elderly, in debilitated individuals, and in patients with increased intracranial pressure, cerebral arteriosclerosis, hepatic cirrhosis or liver insufficiency, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, myxedema, emphysema, and bronchial asthma.
Drug Interactions – When preparations containing opium are administered in combination with other drugs, the cautions applicable to each ingredient should be borne in mind. Reduced dosage is indicated in poor-risk patients, in the very young or very old patient, and in those who are receiving other central-nervous system depressants.
Usage in Pregnancy - Pregnancy Category C – Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Opium Tincture USP (Deodorized). It is also not known whether Opium Tincture, USP (Deodorized), can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Opium Tincture, USP (Deodorized), should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
Nursing Mothers – Caution should be exercised when Opium Tincture, USP (Deodorized), is administered to a nursing woman.
Usage in Children – Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established. See CONTRAINDICATIONS.
Constipation, nausea, and vomiting may occur in some patients. Pruritus and urticaria have been observed.
Controlled Substance – Opium Tincture, USP (Deodorized), is a Schedule II drug. See WARNINGS.
Signs and Symptoms – Symptoms of toxicity are those of morphine and alcohol, such as nausea, vomiting, miosis, cool and clammy skin, respiratory and CNS depression, bradycardia, hypotension, and skeletal muscle flaccidity. Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema may develop after opioid overdose and monitoring of heart filling pressure may be helpful. Ethanol has been demonstrated to cause hypoglycemia in children or adults with limited glycogen stores. In severe overdosage, apnea, circulatory collapse, cardiac arrest, and death may occur.
Treatment – To obtain up-to-date information about the treatment of overdose, a good resource is your certified Regional Poison Control Center. Telephone numbers of certified poison control centers are listed in the Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDR). In managing overdosage, consider the possibility of multiple drug overdoses, interaction among drugs, and unusual drug kinetics in your patient.
Initial management of opioid overdose should emphasize establishment of a secure airway and support of ventilation and perfusion. Meticulously monitor and maintain, within acceptable limits, the patient’s vital signs, blood gases, serum electrolytes, blood glucose, etc. Naloxone antagonizes most effects of opioids. Protect the airway as naloxone may induce vomiting. Since naloxone has a shorter duration of action than opioids, repeated doses may be needed. In patients who abuse opioids chronically, a withdrawal syndrome may be manifest on administration of naloxone. This may include yawning, tearing, restlessness, sweating, dilated pupils, piloerection, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. This syndrome usually abates quickly as the effect of naloxone dissipates.
Absorption of drugs from the gastrointestinal tract may be decreased by giving activated charcoal, which, in many cases, is more effective than emesis or lavage; consider charcoal instead of or in addition to gastric emptying. Repeated doses of charcoal over time may hasten elimination of some drugs that have been absorbed. Since opium tincture can delay gastric emptying, evacuation of the stomach may be beneficial. Safeguard the patient’s airway when employing gastric emptying or charcoal. Monitor for and treat hypoglycemia.
The use of forced diuresis, peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis or charcoal hemoperfusion has not been established to be beneficial.
Usual Adult Dose – 0.6 mL orally 4 times a day.
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Have you ever had a dream about falling asleep while driving? But what does this dream really mean? Is it a good or bad omen? In this blog post with Impeccable Nest, we will delve into the symbolic meaning of falling asleep while driving in dreams and explore the positive and negative interpretations. We will also discuss common variations of this dream and what to do after having such a dream.
The Symbolic Meaning of Falling Asleep While Driving
Dreams are often seen as a reflection of our subconscious thoughts and emotions. They can reveal hidden desires, fears, and conflicts that we may not be aware of in our waking life. So what does it mean when we dream about falling asleep while driving?
At its core, this dream symbolizes a loss of control. Driving is a symbol of moving forward in life and being in control of our own destiny. However, falling asleep at the wheel represents a lack of control and a fear of losing direction in life. It could also indicate feelings of exhaustion and burnout, both physically and emotionally.
Another interpretation of this dream is that it reflects a sense of powerlessness. Falling asleep while driving can represent a feeling of being overwhelmed and unable to keep up with the demands of life. This could be related to work, relationships, or personal goals. It’s a sign that you may need to slow down and take a break before you crash and burn.
The Connection to Real Life Experiences
Sometimes, our dreams can be directly linked to our real-life experiences. If you have recently been driving long distances or have a fear of falling asleep at the wheel, this dream may simply be a reflection of those thoughts and concerns. It’s your mind’s way of processing these experiences and emotions while you sleep.
On the other hand, if you have not had any recent experiences related to driving or falling asleep, this dream may be a metaphor for something else in your life. It’s important to pay attention to the details of the dream and how it makes you feel in order to uncover its true meaning.
Is Dreaming About Falling Asleep While Driving Good or Bad?
The answer to this question is not so straightforward. Like most dreams, there is no one-size-fits-all interpretation for dreaming about falling asleep while driving. It ultimately depends on the context of the dream and the emotions associated with it.
On one hand, this dream could be a warning sign to slow down and take care of ourselves. It may be a reminder to prioritize our well-being and not push ourselves too hard. In this sense, it can be seen as a positive message from our subconscious.
On the other hand, this dream could also represent our fears and anxieties. It may be a reflection of our insecurities and doubts, which can have a negative impact on our mental health. If we constantly dream about falling asleep while driving, it may be a sign that we need to address these underlying issues.
Positive Meanings of Dreaming of Falling Asleep While Driving
While this dream may seem scary or unsettling, there are some positive interpretations that we can take away from it. Here are a few possible meanings of dreaming about falling asleep while driving:
A Need for Rest and Relaxation
As mentioned earlier, this dream could be a reminder to slow down and take care of ourselves. We may be pushing ourselves too hard and neglecting our need for rest and relaxation. This dream could be a signal to take a break and recharge our batteries.
Letting Go of Control
Falling asleep while driving is a symbol of losing control, but it could also represent our fear of letting go. We may feel like we need to be in control of everything in our lives, but this dream could be telling us to loosen our grip and trust in the process.
This dream could also be a metaphor for change and transformation. Just like how we must let go of the steering wheel when we fall asleep, we may need to let go of old habits and patterns in order to grow and evolve.
Negative Meanings of Dreaming of Falling Asleep While Driving
While there are positive interpretations of this dream, there are also some negative connotations that we should be aware of. Here are a few possible meanings of dreaming about falling asleep while driving:
Fear of Failure
As mentioned earlier, this dream could represent our fear of making mistakes or failing. We may feel like we are not in control of our lives and that one wrong move could lead to disaster. This fear can hold us back from taking risks and pursuing our dreams.
Overwhelming Stress and Anxiety
Falling asleep while driving can also be a sign of burnout and overwhelming stress. We may be pushing ourselves too hard and ignoring the signs of exhaustion. This dream could be a wake-up call to slow down and take care of our mental health.
Lack of Direction
This dream could also symbolize our feelings of being lost and directionless. We may not know where we are headed in life and feel like we are just going through the motions. It could be a sign that we need to reevaluate our goals and find a sense of purpose.
Common Falling Asleep While Driving Dreams and Their Meanings
Dreams about falling asleep while driving can take on many different forms. Here are some common variations of this dream and their possible meanings.
Falling Asleep at the Wheel
This is the most common version of this dream, where you are driving a car and suddenly fall asleep at the wheel. This dream often represents a fear of losing control or feeling overwhelmed in your waking life. It could also be a sign that you need to slow down and take a break before you burn out.
Passenger Falling Asleep While Driving
In this dream, you are a passenger in a car and the driver falls asleep at the wheel. This could symbolize a lack of trust in someone else’s ability to lead or make decisions. It could also represent a feeling of being carried along by someone else’s plans and not having a say in your own life.
Falling Asleep While Driving Off a Cliff
This variation of the dream is more intense and can be quite frightening. It typically represents a fear of failure or making a wrong decision that will have serious consequences. It could also indicate a fear of taking risks and stepping out of your comfort zone.
What to Do After a Dream About Falling Asleep While Driving?
After having a dream about falling asleep while driving, it’s important to reflect on its meaning and how it relates to your current life situation. Here are some steps you can take to gain a better understanding of the dream and its significance.
- Write down the details of the dream: As soon as you wake up, try to recall as many details of the dream as possible. Write them down in a journal or notebook so you can refer back to them later.
- Reflect on your emotions: How did the dream make you feel? Were you scared, anxious, or relieved? Your emotions can provide valuable insights into the meaning of the dream.
- Consider your current life situation: Is there anything going on in your life that could be related to the dream? Are you feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or lacking direction? Reflect on any possible connections between the dream and your waking life.
- Seek guidance from a professional: If you are struggling to make sense of the dream or it is causing you significant distress, consider speaking to a therapist or dream interpreter. They can help you uncover the deeper meaning of the dream and provide guidance on how to address any underlying issues.
Dreaming about falling asleep while driving can be a scary and confusing experience. However, it’s important to remember that dreams are not always literal and can have multiple interpretations. By exploring the symbolism and meanings behind this dream, we can gain valuable insights into our subconscious thoughts and emotions. Whether positive or negative, these dreams can serve as a wake-up call to reassess our priorities and make positive changes in our lives. So the next time you have a dream about falling asleep while driving, don’t panic. Instead, take some time to reflect on its meaning and use it as an opportunity for self-discovery and growth.
Hey there! I am Salena Snyde, a dream psychologist with over 10 years of experience. I am the primary author of the Dream Meanings section on Impeccable Nest, where I not only share in-depth knowledge about the nature, function, and significance of dreams but also connect with readers through profound articles and quality information. With passion and a diverse knowledge of dreams, I have established strong connections with dream experts worldwide by reading articles and studying leading books on the subject. I believe that the combination of personal insights and sharing from the dream expert community can provide the most profound and comprehensive understanding for everyone.

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Join us aboard our double-decker river trip boats and watch the sunset on the Norfolk Broads.
The Broads is known as Britains Magical Waterland – as the sun gets lower on the horizon, you’ll certainly see why.
You’ll discover the Norfolk Broads during the evening on this 2-hour trip. Relax with refreshment served from our onboard bar whilst you enjoy the exciting commentary from one of our experienced skipper’s who will ensure you don’t miss a thing. They’ll explain the origins of the Broads, identify points of interest along the way and showing you the abundance of local wildlife we’ll be likely to spot along the way. There is no better way to discover the Broads whilst taking in the beautiful scenery all around you.


AM General LLC was awarded a contract modification to procure an additional 60 vehicles for the M1167 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles Recapitalization program for the U.S. Army National Guard.
The modification, worth around $12 million, was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) located in Warren, Michigan. Fiscal 2017 other procurement (Army) funds for the amount were obligated at the time of the award.
Work will be performed in Mishawaka, Indiana, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2018.
The M1167 is an Expanded Capacity TOW or Armament Carrier HMMWV. The M1167 provides superior protection for crew, weapons components and ammunition.
Along with the TOW missile launcher, the M1167 provides for the ring-mounting and firing of various weapons systems with a 360-degree arc of fire.
The M1167 is able to stow a minimum of six missiles mounted in the cargo area and is available with a Manual Traversing Unit and a TOW Gunners Protection Kit.
High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), commonly known as the Humvee, is a four-wheel drive military light truck produced by AM General.
It has largely supplanted the roles previously performed by the original jeep, and others such as the Vietnam War-era M151 jeep, the M561 “Gama Goat”, their M718A1 and M792 ambulance versions, the Commercial Utility Cargo Vehicle (CUCV), and other light trucks.
Primarily used by the United States military, it is also used by numerous other countries and organizations and even in civilian adaptations. The Humvee’s widespread use in the Gulf War of 1991, where it negotiated the treacherous desert terrain, helped inspire civilian Hummer versions.
After going through a replacement process, the Oshkosh Defense Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) was chosen as its successor.


After the Blue Theme, Yaar Mila Tha has got to be my favorite track from Blue. It’s one of the strongest compositions—no wonder Rahman chooses two very gifted singers—Madhushree and Udit Narayan—for this song. Ujjayinee Roy, Shi Millhouse, and Raven Millhouse are credited with backing vocals. Abbas Tyrewala really excels in providing fun “roothaa-roothi” “chhedd-chaad” lyrics. Just take a look at these lines:
Raah takti thi toh khafaa ho gayi thi tu yaa bewafaa?
Ke panghat pe ghoonghat ke binaa,
Jaa baithi kaise tu woh bhi mere binaa?!
Ussi panghat pe jaahaan jhat se pehli baar thaami thi maine teri kalaayi, harjaayi!
Jaahan dhoop se hum bache the, jaahaan nache the apne kadam,
Aur besharam, woh kalayi,
Tu thamaa ke aayi,
Haathon mein naa jaane kis khotte ke, kis potte ke, mere hote se par sote se!
Par tu ne hi toh usse bhejaa naa?
Ke meraa pyaar piyaa ko de jaanaa.
When I heard Udit Narayan sing the word "khote" I couldn't help but giggle. The song is just so sweet and playful naa yaar! The electronic shehnaai sound is really fun to listen to and so are the “taa teenaa teen teen teenaa” chorus vocals. The percussion arrangements are perfect. Both Madhushree and Udit Narayan really get into the song, which is nice since these days most singers sing without any feel.http://www.planetbollywood.com/displayReview.php?id=m091009071505


How are songs composed? How do those different ragas, tunes and beats fall in perfect harmony? Making Of A Song explores the vocals, visuals, lyrics and other features that define a musical creation.
Rex Vijayan says he cannot re-listen to his compositions. “Not a single one of them unless it’s for work,” he admits. “I keep finding mistakes. Every time I hand over a completed song to the director, I feel a sense of discontentment because I know it could have been better. All those songs are incomplete one way or the other.”
The composer, multi-instrumentalist, and occasional vocalist has been around for over two decades now. He rose to national fame as the lead guitarist of Avial, the immensely popular Malayali alternative rock band. He made his debut in mainstream film music in 2009, through Bridge, a segment directed by Anwar Rasheed in Malayalam anthology film, Kerala Cafe. In ten years, the soft-spoken musician has done just a handful of films. In the second half of 2017 and early 2018, the most prolific period in his career, he delivered three stunning albums – Parava (September, 2017), Maayanadhi (December, 2017) and Sudani From Nigeria (March, 2018). The immersive soundtrack of Maayanadhi comprises of three songs and a bunch of theme pieces that sound truly exotic. In a telephonic conversation with Silverscreen, the composer talks about Uyirin Nadhiye, one of the tracks from the film which he has also sung with Neha S Nair.
“Aashiq wanted a slow-paced soothing number in a techno-trance mode. Something that sounds like a conversation or recital of a poem,” says Rex about Uyirin Nadhiye. The song appears in a flashback sequence, charting the past of the protagonists when they were in love.
“I first composed the guitar portion in the middle, and then added the tune, base line and beat to it. I wanted to use Dilruba (an Indian string instrument). Arun Suradhaa, the Chennai-based musician who played it, was initially hesitant since he hadn’t played the instrument in a long while. I managed to convince him. The Dilruba piece in the beginning adds a lot of soul to the song,” says the composer.
“Aashiq knew exactly what he wanted in the visuals, and had cut a rough montage. It helped me get a better idea of how the song should be. And meanwhile, I had started working in Parava. One day, Aashiq rang me up and said he wanted the completed version immediately, and Sekhar Menon, who was assisting me in Parava, and I got down to work. In one night, we recorded the vocals, and wrapped it up.”
The lyrics, written by Vinayak Sasikumar, talks about the dreamy stage of love when everything appears ethereal and forever. “There were some initial conflicts about the lines. But I don’t usually worry about the lyrics. I leave it entirely to the lyricist,” he says. “I don’t write. Not a writer, not a reader, not a man of many words,” he laughs.
This isn’t the kind of song I listen to when I have nothing to do, says Rex. “For a fact, I don’t listen to a lot of film music. I deliver according to the briefs I get from the director. I feel a film song operates within a limited range. It’s inseparable from the film’s plot and the characters featured in the song visuals. For this reason, independent music is what I prefer because there is more room for imagination,” he says. “I like learning about the background of songs – the journey of the artistes, how the song was born… One of the artistes I have been listening to a lot recently is Tony Misch, a guitarist from United Kingdom. Also, the works of the English rock band, Bring Me The Horizon.”
Listen to Uyirin Nadhiye:
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‘Crimson Peak’ is from director Guillermo del Toro and stars Mia Wasikowska, Tom Hiddleston and Jessica Chastain.
‘Crimson Peak’ tells the story of Edith Cushing, the mayor’s daughter, who has a desire of becoming a writer, but when businessman Sir Thomas Sharpe pitches an invention to finance, he soon has his heart set on Edith.
‘Crimson Peak’ is being polarized by mixed reviews, people either like it or don’t, and while ‘Crimson Peak’ does provide a creepy tone, its scares aren’t inventive, despite some impressive visual effects.
The film is less of a horror, and more of a romance thriller, deceived by the film’s marketing. However, it isn’t until the film’s final fifteen minutes, when it actually starts to be frightening and acts like a horror film, but by then, you are mostly checked out, and wish the last fifteen minutes was like that for the overall picture.
However, there are elements that are quite effective and inventive, however thanks to an uneven story and tone, the moments of brilliance is small, e.g. the ghosts, and at times the film feels rushed, e.g. the romance between Edith and Thomas.
For those who want to check it out, give it a look, but overall ‘Crimson Peak’ was a bit of a disappointment.
“Beware of Crimson Peak”.


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SURAT: The campaign has been started in surat which is Knock the Door. This is started to create awareness about the second dose of the Covid vaccine. The Municipal corporation of surat has started this. This has been done because of the low rate of the second dose taken in the city.
It has been seen that the second dose participate are very less in comparison to the first dose. In this campaign, they send msg and call the second dose participants and even they visit their homes to tell them about the importance of the second dose and tell them about the nearest vaccination centre and the availability of the vaccines.
The goal behind the campaign is to get done of the second dose as fast as we can . Around 86,000 people the second dose is left. That’s why the campaign has been started.
Dr Ashish Naik, Deputy Municipal Commissioner, has spoken to the ANI about it. He said 33.52 lakh people are aged above 18 years. The first dose has been given to 26.83 lakhs and the second dose has been given to around 9 lakhs. 80 % vaccination drive has been completed.


Fresh from its most recent model update, the 5th generation Toyota RAV4, the original compact crossover, gains the new energized Hybrid system with the more balanced approach to fuel efficiency and driving enjoyment for our market. Unlike with the previous Hybrid systems experienced with the Prius, Corolla Altis Hybrid, and Corolla Cross Hybrid in our Philippine market based on the ubiquitous 1.8-liter 2ZR-FXE engine drivetrain that dates back to 2009, the new Toyota RAV LTD Hybrid shares its significantly more potent 2.5-liter A25A-FXS engine (first used in 2017) with the award-winning Toyota Camry Hybrid, Lexus ES300h, and Lexus NX350h.
In most other markets that do offer the new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid; all-wheel-drive with electrified propulsion for the rear with 3kW more power from the two electric motors, an even more potent 302 bhp Prime Plug-In hybrid variant with a 18.1-kWh lithium-ion battery pack and three electric motors for very strong acceleration (0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds) combined with a claimed all-EV range of 75 kilometers, stronger JBL audio systems, larger brakes on both ends, larger infotainment screens up to 9-inches, and so much more are offered but it is important to appreciate that Toyota Motor Philippines is not holding back these more expensive features without good reason, but are in fact striving to offer the very best possible packaging that our Philippine consumers can financially handle at a larger scale with the least amount of compromises.
The balancing act of Toyota Motor Philippines has resulted with what you see here with the RAV4 LTD Hybrid in White Pearl Crystal Shine (paint that costs an additional P15,000.00) which is the current top-of the range model with front wheel drive only but it has the 18-inch alloys (XLE model has 17-inch alloys), automatic rain-sensing wipers, load-bearing roof rails, more expansive ambient lighting compared to the XLE variant, powered trunk has the kick sensor for touchless operation, panoramic moonroof, leather seating with a powered driver’s seat (XLE gets cloth interior), 7-inch Multi-Information Display (XLE gets a 4.2-inch screen), in addition to the standard Toyota Safety Sense system it has a Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and a 360-degree Panoramic View Monitor (XLE gets rear camera only), in two unique to the variant colors of Attitude Black Mica and Urban Khaki (there are 8 colors in total to choose from).
Both the XLE and LTD models have the same perky hybrid powertrains, the same 7-inch central infotainment system using 6-speakers with Apple Carplay & Android Auto connectivity, cruise control, both have wireless phone chargers, dual exhaust systems, the same fully independent suspension, front and rear parking sonar, rear climate control vents, equal number of USB ports and 12V accessory outlets, and the same full-LED signature lighting that include LED front fog lamps.
Compared to its direct competition, the Toyota RAV4 is slightly larger than the more refined but non-electrified Mazda CX-5 but feels about the same inside. The panoramic roof helps create the illusion of more interior space. It is incredibly fuel efficient without being plebian and boring to drive. Even with the single electric motor assisting the 2.5-liter gasoline engine, the RAV4 LTD accelerates from 0-100 km/h consistently under 8 seconds which is plenty quick for most people. At the moment, only the overachieving Mazda CX-5 2.5T AWD is quicker and more dynamic for less money than the RAV4 LTD Hybrid but it will definitely drink more fuel. The RAV4 Hybrid is so efficient that considering its fairly healthy dynamic performance ability, its fuel efficiency rating is very close to the smaller but incredible all-new Nissan Kicks e-Power, though it does cost significantly more for the extra pace, kit and cabin space.
The RAV4 Hybrid’s cabin is well built and tastefully outfitted, particularly the climate control knobs that are straightforward and perfect to use. There are generous amounts of storage cubbies and bins. The tilt and telescopic steering wheel is leather wrapped with good feel and plenty of remote controls at your fingertips. The 1.6-kWh battery is located under the rear seat so it does not reduce trunk space and improves weight balance. The brakes may look modestly sized but they are appropriately strong. The Toyota RAV4 LTD Hybrid is the largest, most feature-rich, most plush, best performing and most matured RAV4 model ever sold in the Philippines.
Specification – 2022 Toyota RAV4 LTD Hybrid
Location: Front, Transverse
Displacement: 2487 cc
Cylinder block: Cast Aluminum
Cylinder head: Cast Aluminum, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, Dual VVT-iE.
Fuel Injection: Direct and Port Injection, Atkinson-cycle, 118 hp (88 kW) /149 lb-ft (640V electric), 215 bhp (total power combined), Permanent-magnet synchronous AC motor, 1.6-kWh Nickel Metal Hydride (6.5Ah 244.8V NiMH) battery pack. Normal, Eco, Full-EV and Sport drive modes.
Max power: 176 hp @ 5700 rpm
Max torque: 163 lb-ft @ 3600-5200 rpm
Transmission: eCVT, Front Wheel Drive
Front suspension: Independent MacPherson Strut with Gas-Pressurized dampers and anti-roll bar.
Rear suspension: Independent Double Wishbone, coil springs with Gas-Pressurized dampers and anti-roll bar.
Fuel Capacity: 55 liters (14.5 gallons)
Ground Clearance: 206 mm
Angle of approach (degrees): 19
Angle of departure (degrees): 21
Load Capacity: 580 liters with second row fixed, 1048 liters with second row folded.
L x W x H: 4600 mm x 1855 mm x 1685 mm
Wheelbase: 2690 mm
Brakes: Front 12-inch (305 mm) ventilated discs with single-piston calipers / Rear 11.1-inch (282 mm) solid discs with single-piston calipers, ABS, VSC Traction & Stability Controls, Regenerative, HSA, IEB, Toyota Safety Sense.
Wheels: 18”x 7.5J Multi-spoke Bright Gun Metal Aluminum Alloys
Tires: P225/60R18 100H Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33
Weight: (kerb) 1700 kg. (3740 lbs.)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 7.7 seconds
Top Speed (mph): 192 km/h (120 mph) Governed
Fuel Mileage: 4.7 L / 100 km Overall
Price as tested: PhP 2,515,000.00 (White Pearl Crystal Shine) (XLE Starts at PhP 2,157,000.00)
C! RATING 9/10
+The finest RAV4 ever. Very efficient and comfortable with good packaging. Versatile and brisk. Standard Toyota Safety Sense.
–Price. No AWD. 9 and 11-speaker JBL audio systems not options in our market. XLE model is a more compelling variant with a better cost to reward ratio.


Police charge 2nd suspect with slaying of British soldier
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LONDON—British police have charged a second suspect with the murder of a soldier who was run down by a car and hacked to death in a London street.
The Metropolitan Police says 28-year-old Michael Adebolajo was charged Saturday with the murder of Lee Rigby.
He also is accused of attempting to murder two police officers, and possession of a firearm.
Adebolajo was released from a hospital Friday after treatment for injuries suffered in the May 22 attack.
Another man, 22-year-old Michael Adebowale, also has been charged with Rigby’s murder.
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The "flower gang", led by Terrence Bowler, 40 of Kingston-upon-Thames, had shipped at least £62 million of "skunk" from Holland hidden in boxes of flowers, making a £20 million profit.
Another leading figure, Peter Moran, 37 — a second cousin of Labour MP Siobhain McDonagh — was jailed for 14 years. Ms McDonagh, MP for Mitcham and Morden, had sent a letter to the judge on Moran's behalf describing the"great shock" to her family when the severity of his crimes emerged in court.
In all the gang's 12 members received a total of more than 91 years in prison at Southwark crown court.
The gang brought the drugs in through Harwich and Hull and stored them in warehouses in Chatham, Kent and Leeds. The cannabis was then taken to lock-up garages in Kingston, Worcester Park, Epsom and Ashtead.
One shipment in July 2006 contained 224kg of skunk cannabis worth more than £750,000.
Much of the gang's money was laundered at an east London bureau de change, the World Currency Exchange, where gang members took holdalls stuffed with up to £20,000.
A money counting machine recovered from the bureau de change had processed 520,000 notes - the equivalent of £10 million in £20 bills.
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