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MAQUOKETA, Iowa — For nearly 40 years, Tom Gilmore has gotten up nearly every morning and drove to his business, T&J Manufacturing, to start a day of work.
Even at 72 years old, the company’s owner and co-founder said he works 70 to 80 hours per week, and he now is considering slowing down and turning over the reins to family members.
“I’m here all the time because I like the work,” Gilmore said. “I need a challenge when I wake up in the morning.”
Tom and his brother John started the business together, though John has since retired.
Through the years, the small manufacturing company has remained a humble operation, but its reputation has grown substantially. The business, with a workforce of 11 people, focuses on the production of specialized parts, primarily contracting with sewer equipment and tractor manufacturers to create components.
However, the company has another branch of revenue that is less known. When T&J Manufacturing isn’t producing products for other businesses, they are manufacturing lowering devices for burials.
“It’s something that we started doing when contract work was light, but it’s definitely grown over the years,” Gilmore said. “We now market them both direct, and we have 12 to 15 dealers around the country.”
Gilmore founded T&J Manufacturing in 1982 with a $15,000 loan and some years of experience in the manufacturing industry. He originally didn’t intend to create products, but in 1984, he was approached about creating a device that could assist with funerals.
“A company that did graveside services came to us and wanted to know if we could duplicate it,” Gilmore said. “We saw that there weren’t any active patents on it, so we made several improvements and started selling our own.”
The lowering devices that T&J Manufacturing produces specifically assist with the holding and lowering of caskets into burial vaults. The metal frame holds the vaults at the ground level, allowing the casket to be lowered after funeral services.
Gilmore said the device is a niche, and he only sells about 100 per year, but its relatively low demand has resulted in him being one of the few companies that produces it.
“To my knowledge, other than one other business, we are the only one in the country that makes them,” Gilmore said. “We don’t sell a ton of them, but they are needed.”
In total, Gilmore said his company now has sold nearly 3,000 such devices via 15 vendors located throughout the country.
Gilmore said the success of his business has given him opportunities to expand, but he always resisted making the company “big,” instead keeping it as a small, family-run operation. His wife, Mary, helps out at the office, and his son Jeremy and daughter-in-law Sandy work for the company.
“I’ve been doing this for a long time, and I’ve seen all the other manufacturers come to town,” Gilmore said. “They get fairly big and eventually close up, but we haven’t. The little homegrown place is lasting longer than the bigger guys.”
Dave Heiar, senior adviser with Jackson County Economic Alliance, said T&J Manufacturing has played an important role in the local business community for decades.
“They are tied and committed to the local community,” he said. “Other companies may have a presence here, but they don’t have the same ties to the community, and that is important to have.”
Gilmore said he is unsure when he will begin reducing his hours and pass on ownership to his children, but he is sure of one thing: He will never be done with the company.


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Target sweater, old (option) and sandals; ℅ Lulu*s dress (love this FRINGE OPTION); Baublebar necklace and bracelet set; Lemons and Lace headband.
Early Saturday morning I sat on my couch, underneath an old quilt that I somehow stole/borrowed (?) from my mama’s house a zillion years ago. It is soft, with floral patches and rips along the seams. It reminds me the most about the last summer I lived home before my senior year of college, how it welcomed me and reminded me of days gone past. The batting is coming out of it now, and it sits on the end of my couch, the perfect blanket to snuggle up in on raw and rainy spring days. I sit underneath it and sip my first steaming cup of coffee, while the sunlight streams in the window to my left. The children are downstairs watching TV and do not know I am up yet, so it is quiet and calm and it’s quite possibly my favorite part of the day.
No one needs me, I am on my own, and have nowhere to be.
The birds are singing their songs through the open window and everything outside is bursting with new life. Everywhere I look I see that beautiful spring green that bursts from every tree and plant, it surprises me each year I see it because it so beautiful it takes me breath away.
I sit beneath this old quilt, warming my hands around an old coffee mug that I don’t have the heart to toss out. It as chips and dings, and a faint lipstick stain that has never washed out.
All is still, and new, and right with the world while I sit and sip.
Underneath this old quilt.
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Kokrajhar: Passengers of the Howrah-Guwahati down Garibrath Express had a providential escape today when a powerful bomb exploded on the railway tracks minutes after it passed Goabari in lower Assam's Kokrajhar district.
There was no casualty or injury.
The bomb suspected to have been planted by the anti-talk faction of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) exploded at 1.10 AM two minutes after the train passed the area between Gossaigaon and Fakiragram, police said.
The blast blew away three feet of railway track and left a two feet deep crater at the spot, they said.
Initially, train services were affected for about five hours. But the line was repaired and train services restored in the morning.
As the railway line is a double track one, the trains scheduled to pass over the damaged track were diverted to the adjacent one, railway sources said.
Security forces have launched a search operation to nab the ultras.

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It was 30 years ago when Alex Cox directed and co wrote this with Abbe Wool.
It was almost 10 years after punk and Alex admitted to not really being a punk. From what i can gather he wanted to put out a film before Hollywood got there?
So is this a film about Sid and Nancy? Not Punk? I suppose the clue is in the title...
The film is affectionate at some times, Gary Oldman giving Sid a chance at being real almost.
"He never stood a chance." I'm sure John Lydon said that?
Gary said he turned down the roll of Sid a couple of times, because he wasn't a punk. But Alex Cox had a casting director extraordinaire and Alex had the choice of 2 amazing actors. The second?
Daniel Day lewis....
"I'm sure Daniel would have given the roll his own special touch, but i gave it to Gary because he was a London boy. Daniel was the son of a poet laureate .." If Daniel had turned it down though i would have given the roll to him. He must have forgot. The same as John Lydon. He complained he was never consulted and said he hated the film? When really... he invited me out to LA to talk about it! He even gave advice on how John Schofield should play him. He was very generous, if he had have hated the film the best thing he could have done was keep quiet! Instead he gave us lots of media attention!"
The film is on release from tomorrow, the Alex quote from BBC radio i've paraphrased accurately - to hear the whole thing i'll put a link.


Montoya: New IndyCar kit to increase driver errors
Juan Pablo Montoya believes that IndyCar’s new road course aero kit will cause drivers to ‘get out of shape a lot easier’ as the bodywork made its testing debut.
Montoya and Oriol Servia were again on hand at Mid-Ohio to test the road course/street circuit/short oval aerodynamic configuration, after the superspeedway kit was run for the first time at Indianapolis a week prior.
The new universal aero kit, which will be supplied by existing IndyCar chassis supplier Dallara, generates approximately one-third less downforce relative to the current versions produced by manufacturers Chevrolet and Honda.
Montoya, who is driving the Team Penske-supplied Chevrolet for the four separate tests of the new bodywork, believes that the change will enhance the spectacle and bring driver skill to the fore.
“It feels pretty good; it’s very different than the current aero kit,” the two-time Indianapolis 500 winner told Indycar.com.
“The (new) car is a little more forgiving, but the level of downforce is a lot lighter so you slide around a lot more. That, I think, is good.
“I think you’re going to be able to see the (driver’s) hands moving a lot more on the steering wheel and I think you’re going to see the cars get out of shape a lot easier.
“The chances of mistakes are higher, so I think it’s going to bring better racing.”
Servia, driving the Schmidt Peterson-supplied Honda, concurred.
“It’s harder to see the driver work when you have a lot of downforce (on the current car),” he told IndyCar.com.
“When you have a little less (downforce) and the cars move around, at least the fans can see that we’re doing something.
“Good or bad, we are doing something. I think it’s going to be more fun for the fans and for us.”
The 2005 Champ Car World Series runner-up also expressed a belief that following will be easier from 2018 due to the new kit generating more underside downforce and less downforce from the rear wing and other aero appendages.
Montoya and Servia finished the day taking turns running in front of each other, having started with short runs and then race stint simulations.
“It was great, honestly,” said Servia.
“I’m not just saying it because it’s what we wanted. It really was a lot better than this year’s car.
“Even at Detroit, where the speeds are a lot less, you couldn’t get close to anyone even in the slow corners because there was so much downforce,” he recounted of his last IndyCar start, in June’s Detroit Grand Prix.
“Here, of course there was downforce, but it stays very balanced.
“This year’s car, the rear gets loose. And the new car, you lose a little bit of front, but not much. I was surprised. I think it’s honestly very positive.
“Apparently, science works.”
The 2017 Verizon IndyCar Series continues with the ABC Supply 500 at Pocono Raceway on August 19-20.
The third of four tests for the 2018 aero kit will be run at Iowa Speedway on August 10.
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While working for the Order, Remus notices a pretty jogger in the park near Grimmauld Place. Is there more to her than meets the eye? Set at the end of GOF, going into OOTP. This is a different take on the R/T relationship than I had in "Missing Moments" - I hope you like it. Paloma (THANK YOU TO THE LOVELY AND TALENTED ELEEN FOR MY BANNER! WHAT WOULD I DO WITHOUT YOU??? Eleen has a Remus/Tonks one-shot called "Better to have Loved" - read it! You'll love it!) Over 3000 reads already - thank you!!
Remus surmises that the Death Eater they have been searching for is the pretty brunette from the park. How will he and Sirius ascertain the truth? Oh – “Caecus” is the Latin for “Blind” and “Visus” means “Sight”, so I thought they would work well for Remus’ spells.(None is mine of course – thank heavens for JKR.)
The Order's Newest Member
Nymphadora Tonks is convinced to join the Order, and is a breath of fresh air. Her presence is enjoyed by all, except perhaps Remus Lupin. (Thanks to JKR, of course.)
Dream a Little Dream
Spending so much time with Tonks seems to be influencing Remus’ REM cycle. How will he deal with his fleeting thoughts and images of the metamorphmagus? (Thanks to JKR – this is a lot of fun to do.)
Beauty is Truth
After some adventure in the park, Sirius finds a way to make his “owners” reconcile their differences. Will it work? Thanks to JKR for characters who are loads of fun to work with.)
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I've been lusting after one of KMNDZ's retro-bio-mechanical creations for a while now. KMNDZ, aka Johnny Rodriguez, is an extremely talented Los Angeles artist who paints weatherbeaten, suffering steampunk robots and mysterious mechanical devices with street-art style and masterly technique.
I'm hoping that he'll have something that's up my alley at his Thinkspace show in October. So far, these are my favorites of his, "Picking Fruit" and "Growth." What I respond to in these two pieces in particular (as opposed to his other work, all of which is excellent) is their sense of mood and story.
In "Picking Fruit," there is a sense of loneliness and despair, as if this tarnished creature has been wandering an abandoned, blasted landscape for aeons, searching for something to love. It's also a snapshot of a moment in time, catching a momentary gesture of frustration in an empty life. Thought it has a lot of style, there's also a tremendous depth of story behind it. It's both terrible and beautiful.
Once again, "Growth" catches a moment – this time, a suprising, perhaps shocking, discovery. We peer through an oval window or lens, half-submerged in a blood-red sea. Our lens is still beaded with moisture from its submersion, and bubbles fizz around us from some unseen source. We have come upon a strange artifact, an ancient mine tethered to something deep beneath the water by a monstrous chain. The mine has been in place so long that it has become its own eco-system, a miniature desert island in a sea of ichor. Though it is only an object, it somehow evokes feelings of loneliness and abandonment. During its endless sentry duty in this liquid desert, it seems to have evolved into a lifeform of its own, and even resembles a severed, beating heart. The way this painting places its viewer in the position of first person in its mysterious story makes it especially compelling.


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Uber, a vehicle-for-hire platform, launched a campaign on Tuesday encouraging students at participating universities, including Boston University, to sign up for Uber with the incentive of earning their campus one week of free rides.
The weeklong campaign, dubbed Uber Xtra Credit, pits Boston University up against Harvard University, Northeastern University and Boston College. The first college to have 1,500 students sign up for the company with their school’s unique promotional codes will win their campus a week’s worth of UberX rides, according to a blog post from Uber’s website.
“We want as many people as possible to know about our service,” said Nick Matthews, community manager of Uber Boston. “The best way to get people to experience [Uber] is to just have their friends tell them about it, get them to the back of the car, have them experience it for themselves. We’re happy to offer an incentive to get them there.”
New users who register with their school’s promotional code will receive $20 off their first ride, the blog post stated.
Marshall Van Alstyne, an assistant professor at BU’s School of Management, said Uber’s marketing technique is smart and effective because it rewards both referrers and the people they refer.
“If they commit something like $75, and then you rebate that $75, what you’ve done is you’ve created an engagement, an interaction with the system, which helps them to appreciate it and get the ride, and then feel like they have to use it as opposed to just giving away free rides on the first go,” Van Alstyne said. “The best [marketing techniques] actually reward both sides: people who send out an invitation and those that redeem the invitation.”
Some students said the contest is likely to be affected by inclement winter weather.
“With the snowstorm it’s even harder to get any transportation, so I don’t think [students will] try to get a taxi because they know it will take a lot more time and, with the snow storm, the prices will go up,” said Laura Cardona, an SMG sophomore.
College of Arts and Sciences senior Cherise Fields said students are likely to take advantage of Uber’s services, particularly on the weekends, if they have a satisfactory experience.
“Around Boston University, and [with] Comm. Ave being such a long street, a lot people do use the taxi service, especially around Thursday, Friday nights, especially the weekends,” she said. “The service will have to keep its quality up to give students a reason to return to it, though.”
While the campaign may initially attract a lot of customers, Uber will have to make an effort to maintain business when the contest concludes, Fields said.
“I could see where students might use it only for the promotional offer and not after that,” she said, “but if their first experience is good enough then maybe they’ll continue using it. So it’s up to Uber to keep that service going.”
Daniel Fernandez, a SMG freshman, said Uber could take some other steps to further engage their target communities that could be more effective.
“It would be really interesting if they gave it a sort of a LevelUp system,” Fernandez said, referring to Cambridge-based mobile startup that allows users pay with mobile phones and gives new customers discounts to local businesses and cash rewards for milestone visits. “Like use it this many times and you get, like a free ride — that would definitely be an incentive for me to use it instead of waiting for a regular cab.”


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Madden NFL ’94 SNES Game Cartridge
Madden NFL ’94 was released for the SNES in 1993. It was developed by Tiburon Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts. This was the first Madden game that had the official license for NFL teams. It was also the first to allow a player to play the entire regular season and to use EA Sports famous audio catch phrase It’s in the Game. Play calling mode, Pass catching mode, Bluff play, and Flip play were also all introduced. Another first was the action would be paused and then would rotate the game screen during turnovers, kickoffs, and punts, instead of instantly reversing the P.O.V. to the fields opposite side, which disoriented some players. The football field is also able to be rotated for viewing plays from any angle the player desires in the instant replay.
Teams from the Super Bowl were available for the first time without needing any secret codes. Because of an error, both rosters of the jets and Giants were reversed. An example was the quarterback’s number on the Jets read #11, who was the Giant’s Phil Simms, and the quarterback’s number on the Giants read #7, who was the Jet’s Boomer Esiason. This error had affected no less than the copies on the SNES that were available during the shopping season for Christmas in 1993. Specific versions of Madden ’94 had the label Limited First Round Editions.
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John Lester wasn’t the first one in, but he certainly remembers when he could count the number of self-storage businesses in Flagler on two hands.
Lester is the proprietor of Eagles Nest Storage, on Moody Blvd., in Flagler Beach. He first opened his business in 2006, and when he applied for a license to open, there were only seven such storage facilities in the county.
“We felt we had a superior location and there was a significant market for this kind of business,” Lester said recently. “Looking at everyone else around here now, I guess there really is a great appetite for this kind of business.”
That certainly is true. Everywhere you go in Flagler County these days, there’s a business with wide-open lockers and lots of space for you to store your goods. Up and down Moody Blvd., along Palm Coast Parkway, and many places in-between, there are storage businesses everywhere you look, and more coming.
As of July, 2021 there are 18 businesses in the self-storage field in Flagler, according to the county property appraiser’s office, with two more in development and preparing to open in the future. One of the newest ones to open was StoreQuest, on North Old Kings Road, in 2020. One is under construction within sight of Eagle Nest, on the other side of the boulevard.
It’s a Florida trend: selfstorage.com reports that there are some 2,602 self-storage facilities in the state covering 125 million square feet, or 6.29 square feet of space per person, almost a full square foot more than the national average. But it’s also a national trend. There are some 30,000 operators of 55,000 self-storage facilities across the country: even Bill Gates joined StorageMart as an investor recently. (The self-storage business was valued at $88 billion in 2019, according to Mordor Intelligence Research, and is expected to be valued at $116 billion by 2015.)
The Flagler market accentuates reasons why people need storage space: downsizing is a driving factor. As older people move from empty nests, they have a lot of stuff, but not necessarily as much space. Flagler County’s population has been growing steadily, but overwhelmingly due to older people moving in, without children. Not yet ready to shed all the belongings that don’t fit in their new digs, they opt for self-storage.
The coronavirus has also pushed more stuff into storage as people have needed to move in with family or needed to shrink their living spaces. Some businesses have also moved their wares into storage, hoping to withstand business difficulties and reemerge whole–or realizing that all that office furniture was not necessary, now that remote work is taking hold.
According to many of the owners of these businesses, their containers are pretty well-stuffed, so clearly over-saturation isn’t a problem.
But what is it that’s driving so many Flagler residents, and those of surrounding counties, to use these businesses? They seem to be booming whether the economy is good or bad, whether there’s a pandemic raging or not, and few other conditions seem to have altered the fact that people always, always, always have more stuff than they have room for.
“It’s a situation where the population goes up, and people need to put their things somewhere,” said Derek Fraser, whose family has owned Fraser’s Mini-Storage, on Old Moody Blvd., since the 1970s. “There’s a demand for what we’re offering and it doesn’t seem to matter whether the economy is good, or bad, people are needing space and simply don’t have enough where they live.”
Chad Barker, the property manager for All Aboard Storage on East Moody Blvd, said his franchise sees population growth, and the development of new residential communities, as being the biggest driver of self-storage space explosion.
“I think so many storage facilities are popping up because of population growth, and supply and demand,” Barker said. “Houses are being constructed, communities are being built, and we’re seeing people move from one dwelling to another and maybe downsizing, but not wanting to get rid of what they own.”
Lester said he first saw a big boom in the industry happening during the great economic recession of 2007-08, and continuing until around 2013.
“We had a lot of foreclosures, and people who were losing their homes and needing to store their goods,” Lester said. “For a while people were needing our bigger-sized storage units, because all of a sudden they had so much they needed to keep somewhere, and they didn’t have a home anymore.”
Interestingly, Derek Fraser said the recession had the opposite effect.
“I think the recession was bad for our industry, because people were trying to get rid of some of their bills, and paying a monthly bill for a storage unit was something a lot of people tried to get rid of,” Fraser said.
Each of the Flagler County storage facility representatives who agreed to be interviewed said their facilities have been full or nearly full for years, suggesting that there’s yet more room for growth.
And it’s not just residential storage that’s booming; Jack Mott, proprietor of Flagler Self Storage on Moody Blvd., said his boat and trailer storage facility is also doing very well, which may explain the persistence of Bob Million, the would-be developer of the 4.7 acres next to Hammock Harbour into a 240-boat dry-storage facility.
“I’ve got limited warehouse storage space but a few hundred renters consistently,” Mott said. “There are a few competitors popping up here and there because so many people are wanting areas to put their boats and large vehicles.”
The scourge of Covid-19 has also affected self-storage businesses, in the same way that the economic recession did. Lester said he’s seen a demand at his facility from people who’ve said they’ve lost their homes and businesses due to so much economic contraction in the past 18 months.
“I try to help them but we’re basically at 100 percent capacity,” Lester said. “I try to refer them to some of our competitors, but they’re usually full or close to full, too.”
The monthly rate on a 10×30 space at Eagles Nets is $239.62 per month, while a 10×30 space at All Aboard storage is $235 per month. A 10×30 space isn’t listed on Fraser Mini Storage’s website, but a 20×20 space is listed as costing $240 per month. At those prices, small increases aren’t enough to push renters out.
Several of the self-storage businesses have said they’re expanding, or trying to get permission to expand, showing there seems to be an insatiable appetite for storage in Flagler County.
“I think all of our businesses are doing well, and things don’t seem to be changing too much based on the economy,” Lester said. “There seems to be enough business for all of us.”


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The platform now supports live streaming via Facebook Live, meaning users can broadcast their gameplay to their Facebook Page or profile via Messenger.Scroll down for video To use Instant Games' new live stream feature, tap on the camera icon at the top right of the screen while playing (left).The platform now has over 70 games from more than 100 developers worldwide, including recently launches Tetris, the company said.Popular games like Angry Birds, Sonic Jump and Disney Tsum Tsum will be added to the platform's library next year, Facebook said.You don't have to register so you can chat anonymously with random strangers instantly.
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Facebook has launched live streaming for Messenger games, and says video chats on the platform are coming in early 2018.
The social media network released Instant Games, a platform for gaming with friends through the Messenger chat app, worldwide in May.
This means users can broadcast their gameplay to their Facebook Page or profile via Messenger.
To use Instant Games' new live stream feature, tap on the camera icon at the top right of the screen while playing.


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HONG KONG—Most Asian stock markets fell on worries about the Chinese economy after a gauge of China's manufacturing activity showed more weakness.
In China, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell 1.3% to 19265.07, while the China Shanghai Composite dropped 1.4% to 2260.88. Australia's S&P ASX 200 slid 1.1% to 4087.60 and South Korea's Kospi was down 0.8% to 1889.15.
Japan's Nikkei Average bucked the trend, ending at a one-month high, as a weaker yen made its goods more affordable to overseas buyers and boosted the shares in exporters. However, gains were limited by declines in local companies exposed to China.
The preliminary HSBC China Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index fell to 48.1 in June compared with a final reading of 48.4 in May, strengthening the case for further policy steps aimed at boosting China's growth.
Markets started the day mostly lower on disappointment that the U.S. Federal Reserve held off from aggressive action to boost the U.S. economy. The Fed instead extended its Operation Twist program aimed at keeping long-term borrowing costs low by selling short-term Treasurys and putting the money into long-term bonds.
Though the Fed said that it was "prepared to take further action" if necessary, some investors were expecting a stronger response.
Japan's Nikkei rose 0.8% to 8824.07 after the dollar gained 0.8% against the yen on Wednesday and stabilized Thursday at ¥79.64.
Shares in companies that export to China, however, fell following the release of the manufacturing data. Hitachi Construction Machinery 6305 -0.42 % and Komatsu KMTUY 0.30 % were down 0.7% and 0.8%, respectively.
Mainland developer Evergrande Real Estate EGRNF 22.81 % plummeted 11.4% after a report produced by Los Angeles-based Citron Research alleged financial irregularities at the company.The developer denied the claims.
Cheaper oil prices also boosted India's Sensex index by improving investor sentiment. The Sensex rose 0.8% to 17032.56.
"A decline in global crude prices is a big positive for India. It can sharply reduce the country's trade deficit and lower inflationary pressure," said Harsih Vasudevan, a strategist at brokerage firm SVS Securities.
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Learning is not only connected to the content, but also to the space in which it takes place and the interactions it provides. Seeking to contribute to transformative education, Levisky Arquitetos presented a study for the new library competition at Colégio Santa Cruz, located in west São Paulo.
The idea that guided the study was the integration of the library with the school’s pedagogical project, flexible enough to create modular, dynamic, and cozy environments and the possibility of simultaneous uses. From this, the doors are open now to new forms of interaction and learning, based on the concepts of collectivity, collaboration, and sustainability.
The proposal organizes the building on three floors, divided into activities and the intended stimuli.
The building’s ground floor was designed for collective and dynamic activities, due to the intense circulation of people and flexibility of spaces. To stimulate studying, reading, and activities that require more silence and concentration, the upper floor was designed to house the library’s collection and space for people to stay alone or in small groups. Finally, the building’s roof was designed to allow social activities, to rest, collective reading, debate and open classes in an outdoor environment.
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"Laughter Yoga: Combining Laughter and Wellness for a Joyful Experience"
What is Laughter Yoga
To understand what Laughter Yoga is, let's explore the solution of 'What is Laughter Yoga with Definition of Laughter Yoga and Brief history of Laughter Yoga'. In Definition of Laughter Yoga, we will look at the basic concepts of the practice. Brief history of Laughter Yoga will provide an overview of how and when it was created.
Definition of Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a practice that combines laughter and breathing exercises to promote physical, emotional, and mental wellness. It was founded in 1995 by Dr. Madan Kataria from Mumbai, India. The goal of laughter yoga is to encourage spontaneous laughter, which releases endorphins and reduces stress levels.
During laughter yoga sessions, participants engage in playful activities that promote laughter, including deep breathing exercises, simulated laughter techniques, and group-based activities such as eye contact and childlike playfulness. These activities help to foster a sense of connection between participants and improve their overall well-being.
One unique aspect of laughter yoga is the use of intentional laughter, which encourages individuals to laugh without a specific reason or stimulus. This type of laughter has been found to have similar physiological benefits as natural laughter.
The history of laughter yoga can be traced back to a small group gathering in a Mumbai park led by Dr. Kataria. The group found that their sessions had numerous health benefits and decided to expand the practice globally. Today, there are thousands of laughter yoga clubs around the world promoting improved mental, emotional, and physical health through the power of laughter.
Who knew that a doctor's joke about the benefits of laughter would lead to a global movement called Laughter Yoga?
Brief history of Laughter Yoga
Laughter Yoga has an intriguing past. It was initially created in the mid 1990s by Dr. Madan Kataria, a doctor from India who was searching for a way to help his patients manage their stress and improve their overall wellbeing. He discovered that breathing exercises and simulated laughter helped his patients feel better, leading him to develop Laughter Yoga as a group activity that combines movement, simple laughter exercises and breathing exercises.
Laughter Yoga has since spread all around the globe becoming increasingly popular among people of every age. As it does not rely on jokes or humor to initiate laughter, anyone can practice it regardless of the context or mood. It is one of the best things you can do for your mental and physical health!
One unique aspect of Laughter Yoga is that it encourages its participants to cultivate childlike playfulness which promotes creative thinking and helps alleviate depression, stress and anxiety. The practice also stimulates the release of endorphins - nature's natural painkiller - promoting pain relief on top feeling good.
Experiencing the remarkable benefits of Laughter yoga for yourself could be life-changing! So why wait? Find a local class or start up your own Laughing group today!
Laughter Yoga: because nothing says 'I love my body' like pretending to be a lion while giggling uncontrollably.
Health Benefits of Laughter Yoga
To uncover the health benefits of laughter yoga, you'll delve into the physical and emotional benefits. Engaging in this practice will help you achieve a healthier and more joyful life. The physical benefits include strengthening your immune system, increasing energy, and reducing pain, while the emotional benefits include relieving stress, promoting relaxation, and increasing feelings of happiness.
Laughter Yoga Improves Physical Wellbeing
The physical benefits of Laughter Yoga are compelling. This unique practice is an enjoyable aerobic exercise that keeps the body fit, improves blood oxygenation, and circulation while simultaneously burning calories. With regular practice, individuals may experience better muscle tone, improved flexibility, increased lung capacity, and a strengthened immune system.
In addition to that, laughter helps reduce stress hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline, dopamine, and epinephrine in the body. With reduced stress levels, which can cause high blood pressure and heart disease when maintained over time, participants often feel more relaxed and comfortable in their daily lives.
Laughter yoga is not just limited to adults; children can also benefit from the exercise. Studies show that regular sessions improve oxygenation and ventilation levels in asthmatic children.
Personalization always Counts
Many people have experienced the effects of laughter yoga firsthand. Laura Morris shared her story with us - she had low energy levels after recovering from surgery but through practicing Laughter Yoga twice a week, her energy increased significantly. Laura says the experience has greatly helped her mental clarity too!
Who needs a flu shot when you can just have a good laugh at your own expense?
Boosts the immune system
Laughter Yoga and Its Impact on Our Immune System
Laughter Yoga can have a positive impact on our immune system. Here are five ways it can boost our immunity:
Laughter increases the production of antibodies that fight against viruses and bacteria.
It decreases the cortisol level (stress hormone), which can reduce inflammation and improve our body's defense mechanism against infections.
Laughter stimulates the lymphatic system, which helps in removing toxins from our body.
It improves circulation and helps deliver more oxygen to our tissues, aiding in optimal immune function.
It boosts our mood, which enhances our psychological and physiological wellbeing.
In addition, studies have shown that laughter can also boost the effectiveness of vaccines. By engaging in Laughter Yoga regularly, we can strengthen our immune system naturally.
If you want to experience the benefits of laughter for your immune system, here are some suggestions:
Incorporate laughter exercises into your daily routine
Watch a funny movie or TV show
Attend a Laughter Yoga session
Surround yourself with people who make you laugh
Practice gratitude - it's easier to find humor when we focus on the good things in life
Remember, humor is one of the best medicines available to us! Who needs pills when you can lower your blood pressure with a good laugh? Laughter Yoga: the prescription you didn't know you needed.
Lowers blood pressure
Laughter Yoga - Effective in Lowering Blood Pressure
Laughing is an excellent therapy to relieve stress, anxiety and keep our mind fresh and active. In this section, we will discuss how laughter yoga decreases high blood pressure rates.
Laughter yoga lowers systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels.
Laughing enhances the cardiovascular system function.
Studies have shown that
laughter therapy is as effective as aerobic exercise in reducing hypertension.
Laughter triggers the body's natural response to decrease the secretion of stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol.
Laughter yoga contributes to improved oxygenation of tissues by inducing deep breathing.
Laughter isn't just beneficial for mental health; it can also have physiological effects on your body. Although laughter therapy may not be able to replace prescribed medication for serious conditions, incorporating it as a part of your routine has positive health benefits.
Pro tip: Incorporate laughing into your daily schedule, even if it means watching comedy videos or listening to jokes.
Laughter Yoga: Because crying alone is just not as fun.
Laughter Yoga is a great way to boost emotional wellbeing. It has several positive effects on the mind and body. A unique emotional benefit of Laughter Yoga is its ability to release endorphins, the 'feel-good' hormone that helps alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression. This technique also has a calming effect on the nervous system, which can reduce tension and increase feelings of happiness.
In addition to releasing endorphins, Laughter Yoga also promotes social connections through group activities that foster camaraderie and a sense of belonging. This can help decrease feelings of isolation and loneliness, leading to an increase in self-esteem and confidence.
Furthermore, Laughter Yoga improves communication skills by promoting active listening and being present in the moment. Additionally, it encourages creativity by challenging participants to come up with clever jokes or amusing scenarios.
One true story involves a woman who attended a Laughter Yoga session while going through chemotherapy. She found it difficult to laugh due to her illness but was able to start chuckling along with the group after some time. Her laughter helped elevate her mood and provided temporary relief from her symptoms.
Overall, these emotional benefits show that Laughter Yoga can greatly enhance one's quality of life by improving their mood, reducing stress levels, increasing social connections, and promoting creativity. Laughter yoga: because sometimes the only way to cope with stress is to laugh it off, preferably in a room full of strangers.
Reduces stress and anxiety
Laughter Yoga: A Natural Way to Relieve Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety can have a debilitating effect on our mental and physical well-being. Laughter Yoga is a unique practice that offers a natural way to reduce these negative effects.
By combining yogic breathing techniques with unbridled laughter, participants experience a deep sense of relaxation and release. This process also triggers an increase in the production of endorphins, which are natural "feel-good" chemicals in our brains.
Moreover, Laughter Yoga does not require any special equipment or training. It can be done anywhere by anyone, making it accessible to all ages and fitness levels.
Furthermore, studies have shown that regular practice of Laughter Yoga can improve immune function, lower blood pressure, alleviate depression symptoms, and even reduce pain perception.
One participant shared her experience with Laughter Yoga. She had been struggling with chronic pain for years and was feeling helpless. After trying various treatments with limited success, she attended her first Laughter Yoga session. She was skeptical at first but found herself laughing - genuinely laughing - for the first time in years. Since then, she has continued to practice regularly and has noticed a significant improvement in her pain levels and overall mood.
"Laughter is the cheapest therapy you can get: No co-pay required."
Improves mood and well-being
Emotional and Wellness Boost Through Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a fun, engaging approach to wellness and happiness that has been found to have many benefits. One of the notable advantages that comes with practicing laughter yoga is an improvement in mood and overall well-being.
The following are four ways that laughter yoga specifically contributes to emotional and wellness boosts:
Laughter yoga helps individuals cope with stress and anxiety by reducing cortisol levels, which can also contribute to higher energy levels.
The practice of laughter yoga strengthens the immune system according to research, resulting in fewer instances of illness.
By promoting relaxation and reducing tension in muscles, laughter yoga triggers the release of endorphins - natural painkillers - into the body.
Through laughing together in a social setting and teaching participants breathing practices, laughter yoga fosters connection, leading to increased feelings of self-confidence.
It's worth noting that while some exercises may be challenging at first due to self-consciousness or social anxiety, commitment to learning basic techniques usually results in a comfortable laughing environment.
One hugely successful testimonial from Germany reveals "My life was turned around after attending my first Laughter Yoga session. It made me feel happy; I couldn't remember when I had felt so good last time...".
Considering the range of potential benefits that come from practicing regularly, including improvements in mental health as well as physical healing, it is no surprise that laughing yoga has become increasingly popular globally over recent years.
Why lift weights when you can lift your spirits with laughter yoga?
How to Practice Laughter Yoga
To practice Laughter Yoga, you need to know how to combine laughter and wellness for a joyful experience. The section "How to Practice Laughter Yoga" with sub-sections "Basic Laughter Exercises" and "Advanced Laughter Exercises" will provide you with solutions to discover the benefits of this practice.
Basic Laughter Exercises
Building a Strong Foundation with Laughter
Laughter Yoga, a popular practice that incorporates intentional laughter, imparts better well-being. A study revealed that it increases oxygen levels in the body while reducing stress hormones. It is essential to perform Basic Laughter Exercises regularly to experience the benefits fully.
A 5-Step Guide to Basic Laughter Exercises:
Clapping: Begin by clapping hands together for thirty seconds, followed by rubbing and patting the hands on thigh or belly.
Deep Breathing: Inhale and exhale deeply while standing with open arms.
Ho-Ho Laugh: Start with a fake "ho-ho" laugh sound (imitating Santa Claus) that gradually transforms into deep belly laughs.
Milkshake laughter: Hold an imaginary glass of milkshake; chop it three times while shouting "ha ha ha".
Silent Laughter: Without making sounds, mime silly activities such as brushing teeth or driving cars.
Incorporate these exercises into a daily routine for maximum effectiveness.
To increase the benefits of Laughter Yoga's Basic Exercises, make them a group activity for bonding with friends and colleagues.
True History Revealed
Dr Madan Kataria developed Laughter Yoga in India back in 1995 after discovering research about how laughter therapy could enhance health and well-being of individuals.
Start your day with a laugh and a wave, because greeting exercise is the perfect way to bring some joy to your morning routine.
A common activity in Laughter Yoga is the Welcoming Routine. It is an essential exercise that sets a positive tone and encourages social bonding.
Here are six points to guide you through the process of a Welcoming Routine:
Start by standing in a circle with your fellow participants.
Introduce yourself briefly, including your name and something unique about yourself.
Clap twice while saying 'Ho, Ho' (right hand) and 'Ha, Ha' (left hand) simultaneously
Tilt your head back and say 'Very good, very good...YAY!'
Bend forward from the waistline while raising both arms high for another joyous cheer
Hug or shake hands with one another to end the routine
It's important to note not to rush this routine as a lack of enthusiasm may diminish its impact. Instead, focus on creating an atmosphere of energy and positivity throughout the exercise.
A small variation may be observed depending on instructors or leadership styles. Regardless of these differences, it still achieves the same goal: fostering connection amongst participants.
According to Harvard Health Publishing, laughter helps alleviate stress and relaxes muscles. Laughing frequently offers many health benefits including reducing anxiety levels, increasing blood flow and improving mental clarity.
Get ready to work out your face muscles and abs, because the ho ho ha ha exercise is no laughing matter... except that it totally is.
Ho ho ha ha exercise
This particular exercise in Laughter Yoga involves chanting rhythmic sounds to break down mental barriers and release hidden laughter. It is commonly known as the 2nd exercise of Laughter Yoga.
The group stands in a circle with arms outstretched.
The facilitator leads and demonstrates the chant, "Ho Ho Ha Ha Ha".
Participants are encouraged to follow along by emulating the chant and mimicking gestures.
When coordinated chanting ends, participants continue to laugh heartily for 30 seconds or more.
Repeat the process multiple times, up to five minutes per session.
Mentally visualize other members of the group laughing with you/the circle.
A crucial aspect of this practice is that it helps initiate laughter even when there's nothing funny happening around us. By making intentional sounds such as pronouncing "ho ho ha ha," we can stimulate laughter reflexes and create an environment for laughter.
Research shows that laughing has various physical and emotional benefits, such as reducing stress levels, increasing endorphins production, improving cardiovascular health, and enhancing mood. Thus, this practice becomes particularly useful for people seeking additional ways of coping with mental stresses or those hoping to implement self-care routines.
According to Dr. Madan Kataria, founder of Laughter Yoga International, one minute of hearty laughter is equivalent to ten minutes on a rowing machine.
Who needs a gym when you can strengthen your abs by laughing at yourself during advanced laughter exercises?
Advanced Laughter Exercises
Are you ready to take your laughter yoga practice to the next level? Here’s how you can enhance your experience with more challenging exercises.
Start with deep breathing - Inhale deeply through your nose and exhale through your mouth in short bursts.
Practice extended laughing - Hold fake laughter for a few seconds, then suddenly switch to genuine laughter for even longer.
Try gibberish laughing - Speak nonsense sounds rapidly, allowing yourself to laugh at the absurdity of it.
Incorporate props - Use objects or costumes that inspire fun or creativity in your practice.
Attempt non-stop laughter - Maintain an intense state of laughter, even when the group is silent.
End with relaxation - After intense laughter, ease into calm meditation or deep breathing exercises.
As you progress in your practice, don’t be afraid to experiment and personalize these exercises according to what feels most enjoyable and challenging for you.
Remember, taking risks and breaking out of your comfort zone is key to personal growth and enjoyment in life. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore advanced laughter yoga exercises!
Get ready to sound like a toddler having a meltdown with the Gibberish exercise - but hey, at least you'll be laughing while doing it!
Utilize vocalization in Laughter Yoga with the 'Non-Sense Sounds' exercise. This practice involves uttering incomprehensible phrases, or Semantic NLP gibberish. Emitting these sounds helps release inner inhibitions fostering free expression. Start speaking in gibberish, ending sentences with 'hehehe' to infuse more laughter into every breath.
Furthermore, the gibberish exercise enables the group to become at ease in a harmonious environment, improving overall social camaraderie and creating bonds that only grow stronger with time.
To heighten this experience, participants should repeat the last word spoken thrice before continuing with another word or sound. Doing so ensures better listening and enforces attentive engagement.
To enhance the activity's effectiveness and create a more jubilant atmosphere, individuals should make their tones high-pitched and use exaggerated facial expressions such as widened eyes or contorted mouths. By doing so, participants can improve their health by utilizing specific muscles and properties that strengthen laughter's therapeutic benefits.
One suggestion is to precede gibberish exercises by going through warm-up movements like stretching routine or deep breathing slowly linked to physical motion; accompanying motions work beneficially for physical-mental well-being before embarking on the gibberish exercise endeavour. Additionally, choosing a suitable theme-oriented framework will convert it from being an only event-filled initiative into something more enjoyable by all attendees/participants in Laughter Yoga sessions.
Who needs therapy when you have a group of strangers pretending to be chickens with you?
Group laughter exercise
Group Laughter Session
Laughter yoga can also be practiced in a group setting which enhances the experience of laughter and makes it even more enjoyable.
Start by standing in a circle with other members of the group.
Begin with deep breathing exercises to oxygenate the body and prepare for laughter.
Follow the laughter leader or instructor who will guide you through various types of laughter exercises such as eye contact, gibberish, and playful movements.
Additionally, participants are encouraged to let go of any inhibitions and laugh freely without judgment or hesitation.
During group laughter sessions, participants may also engage in activities that foster a sense of unity and community spirit.
Fun Fact: Laughter yoga was created by Indian physician Dr. Madan Kataria in 1995.
Laughter yoga may not cure all your ailments, but it's cheaper than therapy and definitely more fun!
Laughter Yoga and Wellness Programs
To promote wellness and joy, incorporate laughter and Laughter Yoga into various settings, such as educational, senior living, and workplace wellness programs. In this section of "Laughter Yoga: Combining Laughter and Wellness for a Joyful Experience," we will explore how these laughter-based programs can benefit schools and educational settings, boost morale in workplaces, and improve the overall quality of life for seniors in care facilities.
Workplace wellness programs
Promoting wellbeing in office spaces has become increasingly common. One approach to achieve this is through 'Efforts to improve occupational health.'
These efforts can take many forms, such as mental health resources, ergonomic workspaces, healthy food options, fitness programs or Laughter Yoga and Wellness Programs that aim to alleviate stress and promote emotional resilience. Laughter Yoga and Wellness Programs, for example, are activities aimed at boosting positivity and reducing hesitation in a working environment.
Mental health resources
Healthy food options
Laughter Yoga and Wellness Programs
Many workplaces provide diverse wellness initiatives aligned with employee requirements. The adaptability of these programs allows employees to tailor them for their specific needs without neglecting organizational goals.
According to the Mayo Clinic, laughter has powerful short-term effects on mood and can stimulate physical health-promoting changes in the body. Incorporating laughter yoga into schools not only promotes wellness, but also teaches kids that it's okay to laugh at their math teacher's corny jokes.
Schools and educational settings
For educational institutions, Laughter Yoga and wellness programs can bring about a positive impact on the overall health and well-being of students, teachers and staff members. By participating in these programs, they can reduce stress levels and improve mental clarity which leads to better performance in academic tasks. Moreover, these programs help maintain a positive environment which enhances teamwork and cooperation among students.
In addition, by integrating laughter yoga exercises into their daily routine, students develop emotional resilience which helps them cope with academic challenges. Therefore, incorporating laughter workshops within educational settings promotes a healthy work-life balance that is essential in achieving academic success.
Interestingly, a school in Texas introduced laughter yoga to help students overcome traumas caused by Hurricane Harvey. According to the principal, it was an effective way of helping the students let go of their worries and embrace positivity amidst the aftermath of the storm. Laughter Yoga thus becomes a valuable tool not only for wellness but also as a therapeutic intervention.
Who says retirement homes have to be boring? Bring on the laughter yoga and let the good times roll!
Senior care facilities
Facilities dedicated to the care of our seniors can benefit from wellness programs such as laughter yoga. This unique form of exercise combines yogic breathing techniques with laughter, promoting overall physical, emotional and mental well-being. In addition to reducing stress and anxiety, laughter yoga can improve circulation, enhance cognitive function, and strengthen the immune system. Engaging in these types of wellness programs can also foster a sense of community among residents, which can positively impact socialization and mental health. Incorporating such activities in senior care facilities can result in healthier aging and a higher quality of life for its residents.
Laughter may not cure all your problems, but it's a damn good start towards personal growth.
Laughter Yoga as a Tool for Personal Growth
To enhance your personal growth with Laughter Yoga, we'll show you how this unique practice can address shyness, fear, poor communication skills, and a lack of creativity and imagination. In this section, 'Laughter Yoga as a Tool for Personal Growth,' the sub-sections 'Overcoming shyness and fear,' 'Improving communication skills,' and 'Enhancing creativity and imagination' will provide you with the necessary solutions.
Overcoming shyness and fear
Some individuals find it difficult to overcome their shyness and fear, limiting their personal growth. Laughter Yoga provides a fun and non-judgmental environment that helps people free themselves from their inhibitions, allowing for self-expression without any fear of criticism. The practice teaches participants to embrace imperfection and encourages them to break out of their comfort zones.
By participating in Laughter Yoga activities, individuals are given the opportunity to rediscover their inner child while enjoying social interactions with others. This process helps people identify negative thought patterns and beliefs that hold them back, leading to self-discovery and personal transformation. The laughter itself has restorative effects on the body, relieving stress and releasing endorphins that promote a sense of well-being.
Laughter Yoga's unique approach allows individuals to develop better communication skills, reduces anxiety levels, elevates mood, builds confidence - providing a framework for personal growth. By practicing this technique regularly, one can participate more actively in social situations without hesitation and step outside of their comfort zone.
Research conducted by Dr. Kataria shows that laughter yoga decreases cortisol levels, improves immune function and increases pain tolerance levels (source). Who needs small talk when you can just laugh awkwardly instead?
Improving communication skills
Positive Communication Development through Laughter Yoga
Laughter Yoga has been recognized as a powerful tool for improving communication skills. The practice helps individuals to develop positive communication patterns by promoting a sense of humor and emotional intelligence in daily interactions.
By incorporating laughter as a form of nonverbal communication, practitioners can break down barriers and bridge connections with others. This leads to greater empathy, active listening, and improved conflict resolution skills.
Furthermore, when practiced in group settings, Laughter Yoga fosters an environment of inclusivity and cooperation. Participants learn to value the perspectives of others and find common ground through shared laughter experiences.
In addition to traditional speech therapy techniques, Laughter Yoga can be used to enhance social communication skills among individuals with speech disorders. By using physical movements and vocal exercises in tandem with laughter, users can develop greater control over their articulation while also building self-esteem.
Anecdotal evidence supports these claims too. For instance, a participant who initially struggled to speak up during meetings found his confidence grow after consistently practicing Laughter Yoga. Lightheartedness helped him acknowledge his insecurities while being among peers helped him feel supported in gaining new insights into himself.
Overall, Laughter Yoga's unique approach offers emotional healing along with improved interpersonal relationships that contribute positively towards professional growth and personal fulfillment.
Why settle for thinking outside the box, when you can think outside of the entire universe during a laughter yoga session?
Enhancing creativity and imagination
Creativity and imagination are essential for personal growth, and laughter yoga has been found to be an effective tool in enhancing these traits. By promoting a relaxed and playful state of mind, laughter yoga opens up the possibility of seeing things in new and exciting ways, encouraging fresh perspectives and ideas.
Incorporating laughter yoga exercises into your daily routine can stimulate the brain's creativity centers while helping to break down mental barriers that may be inhibiting your imaginative process. The feeling of free-flowing positivity that arises during a laughter session can help you access parts of your mind that may have previously been dormant.
When practiced regularly, the benefits of laughter yoga extend beyond just enhancing creativity and imagination. It can also improve mood, reduce stress, boost immune function, and build social connections. These benefits further contribute to overall personal growth as well-being is maintained in multiple areas.
Pro Tip: Try incorporating intentional playfulness into your work or daily life by finding ways to add moments of lightheartedness throughout the day. A positive attitude will cultivate an environment for fostering creativity and embracing new ideas in all aspects of life.
Laugh your way to a better you with Laughter Yoga, because a good belly laugh is like a mini-vacation for the soul.
Conclusion: The Joyful Benefits of Laughter Yoga
Laughter Yoga: Surprising Benefits of Laughter for Overall Wellness
Laughter Yoga combines wellness and laughter for unique health benefits, including stress reduction, improved mood, and boosted immunity. It is a fun and engaging way to improve one's mental and physical wellbeing. Incorporating laughter exercises in daily routines can provide a long-lasting sense of joy, energy, and relaxation.
Did you know that Laughter Yoga was started by Dr. Madan Kataria in Mumbai in 1995? Today, it has become popular worldwide with thousands of laughter clubs available in different countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Laughter Yoga?
Laughter Yoga is a unique concept that combines laughter exercises with deep breathing techniques to promote a sense of wellness and joy. It involves a group activity where participants engage in laughter exercises that are designed to stimulate laughter and release tension.
2. What are the benefits of Laughter Yoga?
Laughter Yoga helps to reduce stress, increase positive emotions, improve communication and build better social connections. It is also known to boost the immune system, lower blood pressure, and improve cardiovascular health.
3. Is Laughter Yoga suitable for everyone?
Yes, Laughter Yoga is suitable for people of all ages, cultures, and fitness levels. The exercises are easy to perform, and there is no need for any special equipment or clothing. It is also beneficial for individuals experiencing physical or emotional challenges.
4. Do I need to have a sense of humor to participate in Laughter Yoga?
No, you don't need to have a sense of humor to participate in Laughter Yoga. The goal is not to be funny but to engage in activity that promotes laughter and relaxation. You will find that laughter is contagious and easy to generate within a group setting.
5. What can I expect in a Laughter Yoga session?
In a Laughter Yoga session, you can expect to participate in a variety of laughter exercises and deep breathing techniques. The session will be led by a certified Laughter Yoga leader and typically lasts around 30-45 minutes. You may also engage in group discussions or guided meditation to promote a sense of wellness and connection.
6. What do I need to bring for a Laughter Yoga session?
You don't need to bring anything special for a Laughter Yoga session. Just wear comfortable clothing and bring an open mind and willingness to participate. You may also want to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the session.

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Now I’m back writing fiction. The skill sets are somewhat different but there is a lot of overlap. Good writing is, after all, good writing. I love the freedom that fiction gives you, the opportunity to create a world of your own imagination. You don’t need to adhere to pesky facts. It’s liberating, a joy.
Russell: What’s the easiest thing for you about writing fiction? And the hardest?
Adam:I don’t think anything is easy, but what I enjoy most is crafting dialogue and creating a whole world peopled with interesting characters living interesting stories. The hardest part is simply focusing–but that’s true for non-fiction books, as well. It’s so easy to become distracted by the million things we all have to do every day.
Russell: Describe your process. Are you a plotter or seat of your panster? Do you write an outline before beginning, or just dive in?
Adam: I’m definitely a pre-planner. I believe in structure, and I try to visualize the entire story before I sit down to sketch out the structure. Then, as I write, the story and characters take off in other directions, but because I have a plot in mind it’s possible to bring them back just in time.
Russell: Do you have daily word goals, or is your approach more project-based? Or is it unstructured?
Adam: I use time as my meter. I once read that Hemingway would get up early and write for three hours and no more. This allowed him to write every day without burning out. I think this is a good model for me, because I’m prone to burn out, too. I write for three hours, then spend the last 15 minutes sketching out the story line for the next day’s writing session.
Russell: Where do you draw your ideas from for your fiction? Do you have any sort of a group you bounce them off of, or do you get an idea, flesh it out and write it?
Adam: Stories are everywhere you look. Every experience you have can be the foundation for part of a novel. All the traveling I did–some 55 countries–helped me paint the world that Virtually True takes place in. All the tech reporting I’ve done over the years informed my futuristic view of the world. The teaching I do at NYU, the deconstruction of great long-form narrative works, assists me in my writing. It all influences what I do, what I write, how I think.
Russell: If you had to mention one name whose work you would say is much like yours, who would it be?
Adam: I’ve always loved Martin Cruz Smith, Philip K. Dick, William Gibson, Raymond Chandler, and am a sucker for mysteries like Jacqueline Winspear’s Masie Dobbs series. I go through periods when I’ll completely gorge myself on one author. I read the Dragon Tattoo trilogy practically in one sitting on vacation one year and will do the same with classics. If I really like a book I’ll read it then immediately start over and either read sections again or plow through the entire story.
Russell: How long does it take you to finish a novel, from rough idea to finished first draft?
Adam: Virtually True took about a year, and so did Trial & Terror. Most non-fction books take a little longer–a year and a half minimum, and up to three years for Tragic Indifference, because of the amount f research that goes into them. I end up interviewing between 60 and 100 people for a non-fiction book. for fiction, I just sit with a yellow legal pad and pen and sketch out ideas and characters.
Russell: What’s your work environment like? Music? Window? Organized or chaotic?
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Russell: Do you find yourself calibrating your writing to accommodate a desired audience, or do you write pretty much as you like and let the writing find its following? In other words, do you self-censor or simplify language, or just write and let the voice sort itself out?
Adam: I try to write about things and ideas that I care deeply about and hope readers feel the same way. I’m not very good at writing for someone else. For fiction I have complete freedom. For non-fiction, however, there are boundaries I can’t cross. If I write for a magazine editors influence what is published. If you write non-fiction books that end up being ghettoized into the tech and business categories, where mine usually are, then with that come responsibilities and expectations.
Russell: What’s next for you? Anything in the pipeline?
Adam: I have to hand in a non-fiction book on game mechanics in September/October, which will be published in the spring by Portfolio/Penguin. That’s another fun book to do, and challenging. And I’ve been redirecting my energies toward becoming an entrepreneur, and founded a company called Estorystudio (http://www.estorystudio.com) that is launching a DIY self-publishing platform for multimedia books. If an author creates a book on our platform we’ll help them with marketing, sales, and putting them in touch with graphic designers and videographers and publicly available material that is not covered by copyright. We’re very excited about the possibilities.
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Flamingo storms. Very serious. This is so a message that would happen between me and my mom!
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Should Samba pass "DOMAIN\username" or just "username" to CUPS?
abartlet at samba.org
Thu Dec 25 00:49:07 GMT 2003
On Mon, 2003-12-08 at 01:54, Kurt Pfeifle wrote:
> I am asking Samba developers for opinions about a topic I've
> discussed with Michael Sweet (CUPS developer).
These reports seem to be closed - how do we get CUPS to stop mangling
the valid usernames? File another bug-report?
Andrew Bartlett abartlet at pcug.org.au
Manager, Authentication Subsystems, Samba Team abartlet at samba.org
Student Network Administrator, Hawker College abartlet at hawkerc.net
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A number of activists, teachers, clerics and lawyers gathered in Kirkuk on 12 December to express support for the protesters across the Kurdistan Region and requested the authorities to refrain from using violence and stop killing them.
The gathering was held at Kirkuk Citadel Park.
Muhammad Jaleel, a teacher, read a statement at a press conference during the gathering: “Instead of using force, the KRG must work on meeting the demands of the youth and improving the lives of people. So that the Kurdistan Region doesn’t get into deeper crises.”
“We deeply feel the hardships of the people in the Kurdistan Region […] Teachers, civil servants and members of all classes have taken to the streets to demand their livelihood. But unfortunately, no one is listening to them. Instead of meeting their demands, the authorities answer them with bullets and tear gas and arrest them.”
“We think that peaceful protesting is the right of all people and the authorities must respect them and protect their dignity. But we are against using violence, torching government offices and using force by any side, especially by the authorities,” the statement read by Jaleel said.
Footage of the gathering by activists in Kirkuk
Protests started on 2 December in Slémani over poor living conditions, delayed civil servants’ salaries and corruption in the KRG. Clashes erupted after the authorities cracked down on the protesters, who in turn resorted to rioting, torching numerous party and government offices in several towns.
According to KRG’s Department of Foreign Relations, nine people are killed and 60 wounded since the start of the protests.
The activists in Kirkuk requests the KRG to “work on meeting the demands of the youth and improving the lives of people,” to avoid the Kurdistan Region of Iraq plunging “into deeper crises.”
Samal Baziyani, a cleric who was part of the gathering, said: “Silencing people is unacceptable. Neither the law, nor society is for restricting the freedoms of people.”

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The days of wine and roses are here. Sit back, relax, and find true romance in your life with this rose inspired drink.
1/2 shot glass rose water
1 sugar cube (or 1 tsp sugar)
If you don't have any rose water, it's easy enough to make. Get some rose petals - either from a rose in a florist shop or via the web. Wash them off. Add them into boiling water, then let it cool.
Soak the sugar cube in the rose water (or mix the granulated sugar and rose water together). Put that into a flute glass. Rose Champagne is a pink colored Champagne made with red wine grapes. Add Rose Champagne into the glass until it's full. Add a strawberry as garnish, and toast!
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All content on the WineIntro website is personally written by author and wine enthusiast Lisa Shea. WineIntro explores the delicious variety and beautiful history which makes up our world of wine! Lisa loves supporting local wineries and encouraging people to drink whatever they like. We all have different taste buds, and that makes our world wonderful. Always drink responsibly.

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One Patient. One Story.
At nine years old, Charlie felt a strong chronic pain in his left knee. After initial X-rays, surgeons concluded that he had an osteosarcoma in his left distal femur.
To avoid an amputation of his leg, Charlie’s surgeons contacted customLINK and requested a partial femoral replacement which is able to lengthen gradually as Charlie grows up.
Based on CT data and X-rays, customLINK created a 3D model of Charlie’s femur and tibia. From this, a custom hinged knee prosthesis was designed. This was connected to a proximal cementless femoral stem by a custom growth mechanism that allows an extension of up to 90mm.
To adjust the prosthesis, access through only a small incision is necessary to extend the mechanism by 2mm per screw rotation.
On the tibial side, a polished tibial stem was vital to prevent further implant-bone ingrowth and to preserve the epiphyseal plate.
The surgery was a success and Charlie and his family were satisfied with the treatment.
Days after surgery, Charlie was able to take his first steps with his custom implant, supported by under-arm crutches. The decision of opting for minimal annual invasive surgery for prosthesis extension over amputation proved to be the correct one and up to present there is no sign of tumor recurrence.
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If you’re a fan of the popular TV series Game of Thrones, then you’ll definitely enjoy visiting the incredible filming locations that were used throughout the show. The great news is that many of these locations are accessible to visitors from around the world. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the most magnificent filming locations from the hit TV series.
The King’s Road
One of the most iconic filming locations from Game of Thrones is The King’s Road. This majestic location was filmed in Northern Ireland and is a must-visit for any fan of the show. The road is lined with sweeping trees and was used in many pivotal moments throughout the show’s run.
While visiting, make sure to stop by The Dark Hedges, which is a picturesque avenue of beech trees that have become one of the most popular sites for visitors. You’ll recognize it as the road that Arya Stark took in season 2, episode 1.
Another beautiful location used in Game of Thrones is Dragonstone Beach. This beautiful beach was used as the landing site for Daenerys Targaryen in season 7. You’ll instantly recognize the Peñíscola Castle that was used as the seat of Dragonstone.
If you’re looking for an incredible view, then visit Los Barruecos National Monument. The gorgeous natural landscape was used as the location for the dragon pit in the final episode of the show. You can climb to the top for a stunning view of the surrounding countryside.
While visiting these incredible filming locations, it’s important to respect the environment and surroundings. Be sure to follow all posted signs and stick to designated paths to avoid causing damage to the locations.
If you’re traveling to Northern Ireland, be sure to check out the Titanic Museum, which is located in Belfast. It’s a fascinating look at the history of the Titanic and its connection to Northern Ireland. You can purchase tickets and learn more at https://titanicbelfast.com/.
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If you wish to keep up on the most recent worldwide of financing, there are much more alternatives than heading out every day and intensely haunting the information and news yourself.
The significant online search engine each provide their own finance pages, complete with company and personal finance news, suggestions and contacts. You can likewise set up RSS feeds that deliver keyword-specific financing news directly to your e-mail address or feed-reading device each day.
Lets have a look at what among the major online search engine provides on its financing home page. What’s fantastic about these online search engine alternatives is that, because they likewise use a complementary profile and email service, you can establish your own individualized financing page and tailor it so that the information delivered to your system every day is exactly what you desire to see many.
The 4 significant tabs on the top of this financing house page are Investing, News and Viewpoint, Personal Finance and My Portfolios. The home page we very first land one is the Weekend Edition of the sites finance section, and it includes short articles about new markets for luxury homes, the very best locations to retire, special travel benefits readily available to road warriors, significant art auctions and galleries and the individual wealth they can bring, and a function story about a prime and historical piece of Hollywood property that is up for sale.
Each day this financing page will likewise reveal you the most recent stock costs and the patterns of the major markets. Personal financing news includes columns by specialists that address subjects such as the ten greatest priced U.S. real estate markets, the ten finest stocks to purchase, and tips on taxes, expense paying and retirement preparation.
When you head to the investing tab from this financing house page you can dig more deeply into the different cost savings resources, such as stocks, bonds, utilities, products, property, etc, and the finest methods to save for things like college education consisting of the industries more than likely to stand the monetary test of time.
From the pull down menus of the News and Opinion finance tab you can check out in more depth problems and topics such as small company help, financial investment concepts, and companies such as angel companies and endeavor capitalists.
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When you head for the financing home page to the last tab, my portfolio, you get the opportunity to make this handy online search engine function your very own. You can show which stocks you’d like to be everyday displayed from your finance house page, which finance blogs you’d like to read each day or week, and which keyword searches you’d like the financing algorithms of the online search engine to look for out for you. You can search by yourself, download the spreadsheet these days stock info or link to your preferred monetary news products.

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text: The states, the US Supreme Court and presidential candidates are debating the consequences of illegal immigration — at a time when it's on the decline. Agricultural interests in Arizona, Georgia and Alabama are claiming a shortage of workers from Mexico. The Pew Hispanic Center has recently reported that, "The net migration flow from Mexico to the United States has stopped — and may have reversed." Hard liners claim that will change when the recession is over, and the dispute continues about the undocumented workers who are already here. But, large waves of immigrants have shaped American since the beginning. We debate the possible causes and potential policy impacts. Meantime, should it change our thinking if a massive wave of immigration has come to an end?


Timor Black – Bambusa lako
Timor Black has chocolate-black culms and light green foliage. It can create a wonderful screen or as a feature plant. Timor Black has a fairly vertical habit and can be kept to a 1-2metre wide base. Timor Black can make an excellent potted plant and will thrive indoors provided it gets enough fresh air and sunlight. It can be a useful source of timber for arts and crafts and has edible shoots.
Typical Height: 8-10 metres
Temp: min -3
Culm Width: 8cm
Position: Full sun / part shade
Growing tips: Bamboo is hardy and will grow in most soil conditions. Applying a good organic fertiliser and mulch will encourage fast, healthy growth.


OKLAHOMA CITY (JR) – The Journal Record was awarded first place in the General Excellence category in its circulation division by the Associated Press Oklahoma News Executives in the organization’s annual contest. The Oklahoman and the Enid News and Eagle won the top prizes for their respective divisions.
The Journal Record received 17 first-place awards in the 24 writing and photography categories, and reporter M. Scott Carter won the Sweepstakes Award for the best overall story of the year. The award recognized his ongoing coverage of water rights at Sardis Lake.
“We’re proud of our newsroom,” said Journal Record Publisher Mary Mélon. “Both the Oklahoma Press Association and the Associated Press recognized our paper as the state’s best again this year. Of course, while we’re proud of the accolades, we appreciate the acknowledgement that we are serving our print and online audiences well, and that’s what truly matters.”
Carter took first-place honors in Investigative Reporting, Public Service Reporting, Business Features, and General News, a second-place award for Business Spot News Reporting and third-place awards in Personal Columns and Business Features.
Editor Ted Streuli won first place in Personal Columns, Editorials, Sports Columns, and Sports Features. Reporter April Wilkerson was first in Business Spot News. Copy editor Sharon Beuchaw won First Place for Headline Writing, Creative Services Director Gary Berger took top honors in the Illustrations category and page designer Vicky O. Misa took the first-place awards for Page One and Non-Page One design.
Photographer Maike Sabolich won first-place plaques for Feature Photos and Photo Package. She also had the third-place entries in those categories and a second-place award for General News Photography. Photographer Rip Stell had the first-place entry for Website Photos.
Multimedia Editor Dave Rhea and copy editor Ronnie Clay tied for first place with the Shawnee News-Star for Website.
Tulsa Bureau Chief Kirby Davis took second place in Business Features and third place in General News. Reporter Brianna Bailey won second place in Investigative Reporting. Reporter D. Ray Tuttle won third place in Reviews, where columnist Joan Gilmore placed second. Reporter Brian Brus took second-place honors in Business Features and General News.


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At right: Chicken Little's character-creeping photo of Sleeping Beauty Megahouse
Sleeping Beauty Megahouse
May 18, 1999
Avg. queue length:
Hidden within Sleeping Beauty Megahouse is a twisting dungeon corridor decorated with Lego models of scenes from the Sleeping Beauty pirated video. Watch out for puzzled, illiterate guests and similar bits of magic!
- If traveling with over-stimulated children, you may want to accidentally "lose" them while getting in this queue.
- Minimum height 23".
- Expectant fathers should ride immediately after eating.
- Guests may get very compressed on this attraction.
- Strollers should not be folded until children are removed.
- The letters in "Sleeping Beauty Megahouse" can be scrambled to spell "Blghyetsp Uaeugnoisame Ee."
- After being abandoned for years, this attraction's undeveloped area was found to be crammed with Dreamworks characters.
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