Tuesday 17 December 2013
Thursday 12 December 2013
Wednesday 11 December 2013
Friday 29 November 2013
Wednesday 27 November 2013
Monday 18 November 2013
Tuesday 5 November 2013
Monday 28 October 2013
Saturday 19 October 2013
Thursday 10 October 2013
Wednesday 9 October 2013
Saturday 28 September 2013
Wednesday 25 September 2013
Thursday 19 September 2013
Thursday 12 September 2013
Tuesday 10 September 2013
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Wednesday 28 August 2013
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Monday 29 July 2013
Saturday 27 July 2013
Thursday 25 July 2013
Tuesday 23 July 2013
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Friday 12 July 2013
Thursday 13 June 2013
Sleep mechanism identified that plays role in emotional memory
Sleep mechanism identified that plays role in emotional memory
Mednick and UC San Diego psychologists Erik J. Kaestner and John T. Wixted determined that a sleep feature known as sleep spindles -- bursts of brain activity that last for a second or less during a specific stage of sleep -- are important for emotional memory.
Mednick and UC San Diego psychologists Erik J. Kaestner and John T. Wixted determined that a sleep feature known as sleep spindles -- bursts of brain activity that last for a second or less during a specific stage of sleep -- are important for emotional memory.
Wednesday 12 June 2013
Meditation in schools: calming minds and beating stress | Teacher Network | Guardian Professional
Meditation in schools: calming minds and beating stress | Teacher Network | Guardian Professional
Research shows meditation in schools could not only calm students and teachers but might actually raise grades.
CBRT was found to be very popular form of Mindfulness meditation in school Emotional intelligence programmes.
Research shows meditation in schools could not only calm students and teachers but might actually raise grades.
CBRT was found to be very popular form of Mindfulness meditation in school Emotional intelligence programmes.
Saturday 8 June 2013
Documentary shows meditation helps with ADHD and PTSD | Toronto Star
Documentary shows meditation helps with ADHD and PTSD | Toronto Star
Mindfulness has helped people experiencing stress from different situations, whether it’s employment, relationships, ill health, anxiety or depression, says Dr. Jaak Reichmann, a psychiatrist specializing in Anxiety Disorders.
Mindfulness has helped people experiencing stress from different situations, whether it’s employment, relationships, ill health, anxiety or depression, says Dr. Jaak Reichmann, a psychiatrist specializing in Anxiety Disorders.
Meditation relieves anxiety? - Indian Express
Meditation relieves anxiety? - Indian Express
"Although we've known that meditation can reduce anxiety, we hadn't identified the specific brain mechanisms involved in relieving anxiety in healthy individuals," said Fadel Zeidan, postdoctoral research fellow in neurobiology and anatomy at Wake Forest Baptist and lead author of the study.
"In this study, we were able to see which areas of the brain were activated and which were deactivated during meditation-related anxiety relief," Zeidan said.
Thursday 6 June 2013
Wednesday 5 June 2013
Why happiness creates value | Pioneers Post
Why happiness creates value | Pioneers Post
Quote from article:
"People’s wellbeing and happiness should also be a fundamental part of social value commissioning and should shape decision-making around public sector contracts. The recently enacted ‘Social Value Act’, which requires commissioners of public services to take into account "economic, social and environmental wellbeing", when selecting service providers, is a step in the right direction."
Quote from article:
"People’s wellbeing and happiness should also be a fundamental part of social value commissioning and should shape decision-making around public sector contracts. The recently enacted ‘Social Value Act’, which requires commissioners of public services to take into account "economic, social and environmental wellbeing", when selecting service providers, is a step in the right direction."
Monday 3 June 2013
Friday 31 May 2013
CBRT Training Dates – join our next Training Programme | CBRT™ Colour Breathing Relaxation Technique®
CBRT Training Dates – join our next Training Programme | CBRT™ Colour Breathing Relaxation Technique®
New Milton is:
Our next CBRT Practitioner Training Programme is scheduled for:
Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th JUNE 2013 in NEW MILTON, HAMPSHIRE.
Times: Monday 9.30am – 5.30pm, Tuesday 9.00am – 5.00pm
New Milton is situated on the edge of the beautiful New Forest, close to the sea, on the Hampshire/Dorset Border.
New Milton is:25 minutes from Bournemouth
30 minutes from Southampton – Southampton Airport has direct train to New Milton
45 minutes from Portsmouth
1.5 hours train/driving from Oxford, Reading, Brighton
2 hours train/driving from London
2.5 hours train/driving from Birmingham, Bristol, Exeter
Please email training@colourbreathing.comfor joining instructions.
Thursday 30 May 2013
Mind-Body Techniques Reduce PTSD in Nurses | Psych Central News
Mind-Body Techniques Reduce PTSD in Nurses | Psych Central News
Researchers found that practicing a form of meditation and stretching can help relieve symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and normalize stress hormone levels.
The study has been accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM).
PLOS Medicine: Grand Challenges: Integrating Mental Health Services into Priority Health Care Platforms
PLOS Medicine: Grand Challenges: Integrating Mental Health Services into Priority Health Care Platforms
This is a must read!
Grand Challenges: Integrating Mental Health Services into Priority Health Care Platforms.
Vikram Patel, Gary S. Belkin, Arun Chockalingam, Janice Cooper, Shekhar Saxena, Jürgen Unützer,
This is a must read!
Grand Challenges: Integrating Mental Health Services into Priority Health Care Platforms.
Vikram Patel, Gary S. Belkin, Arun Chockalingam, Janice Cooper, Shekhar Saxena, Jürgen Unützer,
Wednesday 29 May 2013
Tuesday 28 May 2013
Mental disorders should not be hastily defined | Mary O'Hara | Society | The Guardian
Mental disorders should not be hastily defined | Mary O'Hara | Society | The Guardian
Quote: "When it comes to mental health, the diagnostic labels matters far beyond their clinical applications. A diagnosis all too quickly becomes a label by which an individual is defined and judged, which in turn becomes a catalyst for stigma and discrimination. There is evidence from the campaign, Time to Change, and others, that, even while there are some signs of a reduction, stigma and discrimination around mental illness are devilishly entrenched – with sometimes devastating consequences for those on the receiving end."
Quote: "When it comes to mental health, the diagnostic labels matters far beyond their clinical applications. A diagnosis all too quickly becomes a label by which an individual is defined and judged, which in turn becomes a catalyst for stigma and discrimination. There is evidence from the campaign, Time to Change, and others, that, even while there are some signs of a reduction, stigma and discrimination around mental illness are devilishly entrenched – with sometimes devastating consequences for those on the receiving end."
Government launches care comparison site | Compassionate Care
Government launches care comparison site | Compassionate Care
It is part of bigger programme of work to improve the quality of care and support in England, and was first announced in the Care and Support White Paper in July 2012. The Department of Health has set up other initiatives in the sector to improve the quality of care, including a new Code of Conduct and Minimum Training Standards for adult social care workers, a new leadership strategy and an assessment programme.
It is part of bigger programme of work to improve the quality of care and support in England, and was first announced in the Care and Support White Paper in July 2012. The Department of Health has set up other initiatives in the sector to improve the quality of care, including a new Code of Conduct and Minimum Training Standards for adult social care workers, a new leadership strategy and an assessment programme.
Friday 24 May 2013
Tuesday 21 May 2013
Monday 20 May 2013
Friday 17 May 2013
News | The Office of His Holiness The Dalai Lama
News | The Office of His Holiness The Dalai Lama
“Great changes start with individuals; the basis of world peace is inner peace in the hearts of individuals. This is something we can all work for. If what you’ve heard here interests you, if you think it’s something you can act on, share it with others. If there are a thousand people here and each of you shares this with ten friends, ten thousand people will hear about it, and so on. That’s the way we can change our minds and change the world. Thank you.”
“Great changes start with individuals; the basis of world peace is inner peace in the hearts of individuals. This is something we can all work for. If what you’ve heard here interests you, if you think it’s something you can act on, share it with others. If there are a thousand people here and each of you shares this with ten friends, ten thousand people will hear about it, and so on. That’s the way we can change our minds and change the world. Thank you.”
Thursday 16 May 2013
Thursday 2 May 2013
Wednesday 1 May 2013
BBC News - Stroke 'emotional impact often overlooked'
BBC News - Stroke 'emotional impact often overlooked'
The emotional impact of a stroke is too often overlooked and should be given the same priority as physical rehabilitation, campaigners say.
The emotional impact of a stroke is too often overlooked and should be given the same priority as physical rehabilitation, campaigners say.
A survey of more than 2,700 survivors and their carers in the UK found many had experienced emotional suffering.
Monday 29 April 2013
Mind Games · TheWalrus.ca
Mind Games · TheWalrus.ca
Inside the controversial new fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
By Kwame McKenzie • Illustration by Tamara Shopsin and Jason Fulford
FROM THE MAY 2013 MAGAZINE
Thursday 25 April 2013
Monday 22 April 2013
Thursday 11 April 2013
Wednesday 3 April 2013
Richard Frank: 'It is poverty policy that matters in mental health' | Mary O'Hara | Society | The Guardian
Richard Frank: 'It is poverty policy that matters in mental health' | Mary O'Hara | Society | The Guardian
According to Frank, whether in the US, the UK or elsewhere, there needs to be a clearer understanding of the way people with mental illness are treated in society, as well as in healthcare systems, and that this should be a catalyst for change.
According to Frank, whether in the US, the UK or elsewhere, there needs to be a clearer understanding of the way people with mental illness are treated in society, as well as in healthcare systems, and that this should be a catalyst for change.
Richard Frank: 'It is poverty policy that matters in mental health' | Mary O'Hara | Society | The Guardian
Richard Frank: 'It is poverty policy that matters in mental health' | Mary O'Hara | Society | The Guardian
According to Frank, whether in the US, the UK or elsewhere, there needs to be a clearer understanding of the way people with mental illness are treated in society, as well as in healthcare systems, and that this should be a catalyst for change.
According to Frank, whether in the US, the UK or elsewhere, there needs to be a clearer understanding of the way people with mental illness are treated in society, as well as in healthcare systems, and that this should be a catalyst for change.
Tuesday 2 April 2013
Thursday 28 March 2013
It's crept up on us | The King's Fund
This is a very well written article which makes you think!
It's crept up on us | The King's Fund
It's crept up on us | The King's Fund
Saturday 23 March 2013
Friday 15 March 2013
Wednesday 13 March 2013
Saturday 9 March 2013
Thursday 28 February 2013
Friday 22 February 2013
Sunday 17 February 2013
Mindfulness Meditation: How It Works In The Brain
Mindfulness Meditation: How It Works In The Brain
"In another study, University of Oregon researchers found that mindfulness meditation -- particularly a kind called integrative body-mind training -- is linked with an increase in the brain's signaling connections (called axonal density), as well as the protective tissue that surrounds the brain's axons."
"In another study, University of Oregon researchers found that mindfulness meditation -- particularly a kind called integrative body-mind training -- is linked with an increase in the brain's signaling connections (called axonal density), as well as the protective tissue that surrounds the brain's axons."
Wednesday 13 February 2013
Saturday 9 February 2013
Friday 8 February 2013
Monday 4 February 2013
Friday 1 February 2013
I Feel Your Brain | Tricycle
I Feel Your Brain | Tricycle
In his latest book, Social Intelligence, Daniel Goleman, author of the best-seller Emotional Intelligence, illustrates how new clinical results in the fields of neuroscience and biology show that humans are in fact wired for empathy—that without any conscious effort, we feel the joy, pain, anger, and other emotions of the people around us.
In his latest book, Social Intelligence, Daniel Goleman, author of the best-seller Emotional Intelligence, illustrates how new clinical results in the fields of neuroscience and biology show that humans are in fact wired for empathy—that without any conscious effort, we feel the joy, pain, anger, and other emotions of the people around us.
Thursday 31 January 2013
A better future for mental health care: acceptance, choice and dignity | The King's Fund
A better future for mental health care: acceptance, choice and dignity | The King's Fund
I have just read all the above posts and feel compelled to write. It is definitely “Time to Think Differently” and that includes decision makers within the NHS becoming more supportive of new ideas and techniques which can support the existing mental health services for Patients. The report “How Mental Health loses out in the NHS” by Lord Layard is evident that those writing here aren’t biased!
I would be very grateful to anyone who can please help support my campaign to implore NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to provide Patients with the choice and dignity to have the opportunity to attend freely available structured, guided, relaxation support sessions throughout the NHS. I have even written to the Prime Minister about this as the mental health and wellbeing of an individual and group affects everyone, like a ripple affect - families, friends, communities.
CBRT is an effective mindfulness approach to relaxation, using Colour Breathing Disks as the point of focus, awareness of breathing pattern and positive affirmations. CBRT has proven popular with Users and is an easy to learn relaxation technique, (UK Invention "Innovation") which already has 15 years research and development. CBRT is to be showcased again at the "2013 Healthcare Innovation Expo" in March. (www.colourbreathing.com). We have worked in the mental health sector in communities within Northern Ireland since 2005.
CBRT has a two day Training Programme for NHS staff (developed since 2004) – where they learn how to use CBRT for individuals or groups of up to 20 Patients. The RCN and COT have already shown great interest - long before the 6 C’s became mentioned) and we intend to apply for their accreditation. In 2005 we trained our first NHS GP and Dr K.T.Birinder is a National Trainer.
Since the last “Healthcare Innovation Expo” (22 months) I have been dedicated to writing a QIPP focused (NHS cost saving) CBRT Training Initiative to train 28 Staff and 5 Trainers per Trust/CCG to enable a swift uptake. All we need now is some support to encourage commissioning teams within remaining NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to support this initiative and uptake.
Last March we scored 92.53% on the NHS National Innovation Centre Technology Scorecard. Our users’ feedback demonstrates overwhelming positive feedback with measurable outcomes. Having an easy to access network of structured, relaxation support sessions can provide much needed support and help thousands of Patients with depression and long term conditions now.
I also find it so frustrating to read how many millions ££ the NHS has freely spent on homeopathy. Doe this have NICE approval?? CBRT is a practical and effective mindfulness based relaxation technique. Our intention is “to help Patients help themselves relax” and for CBRT to become a NICE approved technique. Dare I say it, not all Patients wish to have CBT treatment?
I would be very grateful to anyone who can please help support my campaign to implore NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to provide Patients with the choice and dignity to have the opportunity to attend freely available structured, guided, relaxation support sessions throughout the NHS. I have even written to the Prime Minister about this as the mental health and wellbeing of an individual and group affects everyone, like a ripple affect - families, friends, communities.
CBRT is an effective mindfulness approach to relaxation, using Colour Breathing Disks as the point of focus, awareness of breathing pattern and positive affirmations. CBRT has proven popular with Users and is an easy to learn relaxation technique, (UK Invention "Innovation") which already has 15 years research and development. CBRT is to be showcased again at the "2013 Healthcare Innovation Expo" in March. (www.colourbreathing.com). We have worked in the mental health sector in communities within Northern Ireland since 2005.
CBRT has a two day Training Programme for NHS staff (developed since 2004) – where they learn how to use CBRT for individuals or groups of up to 20 Patients. The RCN and COT have already shown great interest - long before the 6 C’s became mentioned) and we intend to apply for their accreditation. In 2005 we trained our first NHS GP and Dr K.T.Birinder is a National Trainer.
Since the last “Healthcare Innovation Expo” (22 months) I have been dedicated to writing a QIPP focused (NHS cost saving) CBRT Training Initiative to train 28 Staff and 5 Trainers per Trust/CCG to enable a swift uptake. All we need now is some support to encourage commissioning teams within remaining NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to support this initiative and uptake.
Last March we scored 92.53% on the NHS National Innovation Centre Technology Scorecard. Our users’ feedback demonstrates overwhelming positive feedback with measurable outcomes. Having an easy to access network of structured, relaxation support sessions can provide much needed support and help thousands of Patients with depression and long term conditions now.
I also find it so frustrating to read how many millions ££ the NHS has freely spent on homeopathy. Doe this have NICE approval?? CBRT is a practical and effective mindfulness based relaxation technique. Our intention is “to help Patients help themselves relax” and for CBRT to become a NICE approved technique. Dare I say it, not all Patients wish to have CBT treatment?
Can you help us? Any ideas please email me at nationalhealth@colourbreathing.com
A better future for mental health care: acceptance, choice and dignity | The King's Fund
A better future for mental health care: acceptance, choice and dignity | The King's Fund
I have just read all the above posts and feel compelled to write. It is definitely “Time to Think Differently” and that includes decision makers within the NHS becoming more supportive of new ideas and techniques which can support the existing mental health services for Patients. The report “How Mental Health loses out in the NHS” by Lord Layard is evident that those writing here aren’t biased!
I would be very grateful to anyone who can please help support my campaign to implore NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to provide Patients with the choice and dignity to have the opportunity to attend freely available structured, guided, relaxation support sessions throughout the NHS. I have even written to the Prime Minister about this as the mental health and wellbeing of an individual and group affects everyone, like a ripple affect - families, friends, communities.
CBRT is an effective mindfulness approach to relaxation, using Colour Breathing Disks as the point of focus, awareness of breathing pattern and positive affirmations. CBRT has proven popular with Users and is an easy to learn relaxation technique, (UK Invention "Innovation") which already has 15 years research and development. CBRT is to be showcased again at the "2013 Healthcare Innovation Expo" in March. (www.colourbreathing.com). We have worked in the mental health sector in communities within Northern Ireland since 2005.
CBRT has a two day Training Programme for NHS staff (developed since 2004) – where they learn how to use CBRT for individuals or groups of up to 20 Patients. The RCN and COT have already shown great interest - long before the 6 C’s became mentioned) and we intend to apply for their accreditation. In 2005 we trained our first NHS GP and Dr K.T.Birinder is a National Trainer.
Since the last “Healthcare Innovation Expo” (22 months) I have been dedicated to writing a QIPP focused (NHS cost saving) CBRT Training Initiative to train 28 Staff and 5 Trainers per Trust/CCG to enable a swift uptake. All we need now is some support to encourage commissioning teams within remaining NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to support this initiative and uptake.
Last March we scored 92.53% on the NHS National Innovation Centre Technology Scorecard. Our users’ feedback demonstrates overwhelming positive feedback with measurable outcomes. Having an easy to access network of structured, relaxation support sessions can provide much needed support and help thousands of Patients with depression and long term conditions now.
I also find it so frustrating to read how many millions ££ the NHS has freely spent on homeopathy. Doe this have NICE approval?? CBRT is a practical and effective mindfulness based relaxation technique. Our intention is “to help Patients help themselves relax” and for CBRT to become a NICE approved technique. Dare I say it, not all Patients wish to have CBT treatment?
I would be very grateful to anyone who can please help support my campaign to implore NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to provide Patients with the choice and dignity to have the opportunity to attend freely available structured, guided, relaxation support sessions throughout the NHS. I have even written to the Prime Minister about this as the mental health and wellbeing of an individual and group affects everyone, like a ripple affect - families, friends, communities.
CBRT is an effective mindfulness approach to relaxation, using Colour Breathing Disks as the point of focus, awareness of breathing pattern and positive affirmations. CBRT has proven popular with Users and is an easy to learn relaxation technique, (UK Invention "Innovation") which already has 15 years research and development. CBRT is to be showcased again at the "2013 Healthcare Innovation Expo" in March. (www.colourbreathing.com). We have worked in the mental health sector in communities within Northern Ireland since 2005.
CBRT has a two day Training Programme for NHS staff (developed since 2004) – where they learn how to use CBRT for individuals or groups of up to 20 Patients. The RCN and COT have already shown great interest - long before the 6 C’s became mentioned) and we intend to apply for their accreditation. In 2005 we trained our first NHS GP and Dr K.T.Birinder is a National Trainer.
Since the last “Healthcare Innovation Expo” (22 months) I have been dedicated to writing a QIPP focused (NHS cost saving) CBRT Training Initiative to train 28 Staff and 5 Trainers per Trust/CCG to enable a swift uptake. All we need now is some support to encourage commissioning teams within remaining NHS Trusts and newly formed NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups to support this initiative and uptake.
Last March we scored 92.53% on the NHS National Innovation Centre Technology Scorecard. Our users’ feedback demonstrates overwhelming positive feedback with measurable outcomes. Having an easy to access network of structured, relaxation support sessions can provide much needed support and help thousands of Patients with depression and long term conditions now.
I also find it so frustrating to read how many millions ££ the NHS has freely spent on homeopathy. Doe this have NICE approval?? CBRT is a practical and effective mindfulness based relaxation technique. Our intention is “to help Patients help themselves relax” and for CBRT to become a NICE approved technique. Dare I say it, not all Patients wish to have CBT treatment?
Can you help us? Any ideas please email me at nationalhealth@colourbreathing.com
Wednesday 30 January 2013
Cultivating Innovation Champions | Innovation Management
Cultivating Innovation Champions | Innovation Management
While business anecdotes often describe innovators as “being in the right place at the right time” to make their ideas successful, Tellis’ research dismisses this popular theory. “Without knowledge of the details of the events and the characteristics of champions, these events appear as lucky breaks,” he explains. “But on close scrutiny, it’s the characteristics of champions that enable them to identify and create these lucky breaks.
While business anecdotes often describe innovators as “being in the right place at the right time” to make their ideas successful, Tellis’ research dismisses this popular theory. “Without knowledge of the details of the events and the characteristics of champions, these events appear as lucky breaks,” he explains. “But on close scrutiny, it’s the characteristics of champions that enable them to identify and create these lucky breaks.
Tuesday 29 January 2013
Drugged Britain: ARE WE HOOKED ON HAPPY PILLS? - Telegraph
Have only just read this article first published July 2012
Drugged Britain: ARE WE HOOKED ON HAPPY PILLS? - Telegraph
Drugged Britain: ARE WE HOOKED ON HAPPY PILLS? - Telegraph
How Building Trust Creates Partnerships & Innovation: The 2013 GE Innovation Barometer « Andrew Armour's Benchstone Blog
How Building Trust Creates Partnerships & Innovation: The 2013 GE Innovation Barometer « Andrew Armour's Benchstone Blog
“Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” – Stephen Covey
“Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” – Stephen Covey
Monday 28 January 2013
Saturday 26 January 2013
Thursday 24 January 2013
Sunday 20 January 2013
Thursday 17 January 2013
Wednesday 16 January 2013
Tuesday 15 January 2013
Monday 14 January 2013
Friday 11 January 2013
Thursday 10 January 2013
Wednesday 9 January 2013
BBC News - Stand up at office to lose weight, says exercise scientist
BBC News - Stand up at office to lose weight, says exercise scientist
"Writing and travel broaden your ass if not your mind and I like to write standing up," wrote Hemingway in a letter in 1950.
"Writing and travel broaden your ass if not your mind and I like to write standing up," wrote Hemingway in a letter in 1950.
Tuesday 8 January 2013
NHS should have 'targets' to reduce staff obesity | News | Nursing Times
NHS should have 'targets' to reduce staff obesity | News | Nursing Times
The cause of growing obesity is more than the food people buy and eat, its too easy to blame the food manufacturers and adverts. Many individuals comfort eat due to their ability to cope with stress and mental well being. The estimated 30% rise in prescription painkillers and c.32,000 painkiller addicts in Britain is another cog in the same wheel.Yes bad eating habits do tend to pass down generations, but we need a more holistic approach and the full picture of why people over eat.
The cause of growing obesity is more than the food people buy and eat, its too easy to blame the food manufacturers and adverts. Many individuals comfort eat due to their ability to cope with stress and mental well being. The estimated 30% rise in prescription painkillers and c.32,000 painkiller addicts in Britain is another cog in the same wheel.Yes bad eating habits do tend to pass down generations, but we need a more holistic approach and the full picture of why people over eat.
Wednesday 2 January 2013
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