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  Pet Health: - Veterinary Insight...

  Laura Reeves, Dr. Marty Greer

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  Pet Health: Veterinary Insight on Common Ailments, is a series of audio books specifically focused on canine health. It's designed to give listeners concrete, fact-based answers to common questions about their pets. The series will cover everything from contagious diseases to injuries; from emergencies to managing long term conditions; from cancer to behavior; and, from puppies to seniors. We hope you enjoy these deep dive conversations with Marty and Laura, as well as with Laura and other veterinary experts. If you still have questions, shoot us an e-mail at info@martyandlaurashow.com. We will answer them on the podcast in a mailbag episode.

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  Deep sleep meditation Gentle...

  Sara Dylan

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  In this audio listening experience, Sara Dylan will be leading you gently into a quiet meditation while listening to gentle rainfall. You are sheltering from the rain and looking about as the rain falls. 
  You can choose what you see in your mind’s eye; you can look out at the rain as it falls or past the rain into the landscape; you can turn your head and look around and along the street or road. 
  "Rain is predictable, calming, stable, and non-threatening," says Dr Shelby Harris, a behavioural sleep-medicine specialist. According to Harris, steady rainfall noises help lull the brain into falling asleep, block outside noises, and frequently induce a more meditative state that brings on relaxation. 
  Gentle meditative music has been added to enhance your experience. 
   
  This deep sleep meditation has been designed as a sitting meditation to be used at any time of the day, but it works just as well when you are lying down. 
  Enjoy

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  Finishing Nature - A History of...

  Richard White

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  Behind the headline catastrophes of wildfires and floods lies California’s history of bending nature to human purpose. 
  The immense waters of Tulare Lake were repurposed long ago for irrigation of industrial farms, leaving a dry expanse. But wet years conjure the ghost of the lake, and recent atmospheric rivers have flooded nearly 100,000 acres of rich farmland. The Eaton fire, the Oroville Dam failure, depleted aquifers, land subsidence, megadroughts that bring contaminated wells—all are legacies of California’s attempts to reengineer nature. With global warming, the state’s immense infrastructure, built across centuries to remedy its natural deficiencies and dangers, has itself become a threat. 
   
  Finishing nature was originally a Jeffersonian idea of improvement adopted by a California horticulturists. But with industrial growth, improvement became control as the attempt to reorganize nature exploded in scale and ambition. From a leading historian, Finishing Nature is a story of hubris, Gilded Age corruption, good intentions gone awry, and a California that has become the victim of its own success.

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  Essay: A Beauty Worth Admiring...

  Joshua Dixon

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  What does self-care look like when struggling to make ends meet, living with a disability, or navigating intersectional marginalization? How can you prioritize well-being while divesting from systems built to destroy you? The answer: Hood Wellness, a groundbreaking exploration that challenges the oppressive systems deeply rooted in health and wellness industries in the United States. 
  In a world where self-care is critical to survival, Gordon offers a revolutionary perspective that celebrates individuals' unique privileges, challenges, and desires. By defying the norms of multi-billion-dollar industries, Hood Wellness illuminates the possibilities... 
  Joshua Dixon's essay, "A Beauty Worth Admiring," is a deeply personal narrative recounting his journey of survival, resilience, and self-discovery following a traumatic pit bull attack that left him with severe injuries at the age of eight. He describes the intense physical and emotional pain he endured during his recovery, including multiple surgeries and the challenges of navigating a world that often treated him with cruelty due to his appearance. 
  Despite these hardships, Joshua finds solace and strength in his family, especially his mother, who supported him unwaveringly. He shares how his passion for art and photography became a therapeutic outlet, allowing him to express the pain he couldn’t articulate with words and ultimately helping him reclaim his identity and confidence. 
  Joshua also reflects on the racism and ableism he encountered throughout his life, particularly during his time in school. He describes how these experiences, along with the ongoing struggle with body dysmorphia and mental health challenges, have shaped his commitment to promoting wellness and kindness through his platform, Admire Wear. The essay highlights his growth from a victim to a survivor who uses his story and art to inspire and uplift others.

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  Work of my mother’s hands the -...

  Dr. Kiplee Bell

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  "The Work of My Mother's Hands: A Caregiver's Journey" is a poignant memoir that illuminates the intimate bond between mother and daughter as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. Dr. Kiplee Bell, an esteemed author and healthcare professional, shares her deeply personal story alongside her mother, Gloria Bell, a retired registered nurse who once cared for others and now finds herself in need of care. 
  In this heartfelt narrative, Dr. Bell candidly chronicles the complexities, joys, and struggles of becoming her mother's caregiver. Through tender anecdotes and reflective insights, she reveals the profound impact of their shared experiences and the resilience that sustains their bond. From moments of vulnerability to instances of profound strength, their journey is a testament to the enduring power of love and family. 
  More than a memoir, "The Work of My Mother's Hands" serves as a guiding light for those embarking on the caregiver path. Dr. Bell offers invaluable insights and practical tools to empower and support caregivers, drawing from her own experiences to provide guidance and encouragement. Moreover, she underscores the importance for clinicians to recognize the legacy of compassion and dedication embodied by patients like Gloria Bell, enriching their practice with empathy and understanding. 
  Through their story, Dr. Bell and her mother extend a hand of solidarity to caregivers everywhere, reminding them that they are not alone in their journey. With warmth, wisdom, and grace, "The Work of My Mother's Hands" is a testament to the transformative power of caregiving and a celebration of the enduring strength of the human spirit.

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  Spirals in Time - The Secret...

  Helen Scales

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  Seashells, stretching from the deep past into the present day, are touchstones leading into fascinating realms of the natural world and cutting-edge science. In Spirals in Time, marine biologist Helen Scales shows how seashells have been sculpted by the fundamental rules of mathematics and evolution; how they gave us color, gems, food, and new medicines. 
   
   
   
  Members of the phylum Mollusca are among the most ancient animals on the planet. Their shells provide homes for other animals, and across the ages, people have used shells not only as trinkets but also as a form of money, and as powerful symbols of sex and death, prestige and war. 
   
   
   
  The science and natural history of shells are woven into a compelling narrative, revealing their cultural importance and the ways they have been used by humans over the millennia. After surviving multiple mass extinctions millions of years ago, mollusks and their shells still face an onslaught of anthropocentric challenges, including climate change and corrosive oceans. But rather than dwelling on all that is lost, Scales emphasizes that seashells offer an accessible way to reconnect people with nature, helping to bridge the gap between ourselves and the living world. Spirals in Time shows why nature matters and reveals the hidden wonders that you can hold in the palm of your hand.

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