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By: Kent Bubbs Sr, Founder of Universal Outreach Foundation
At no time in history has there been so much research devoted to education. And yet, quantitative studies using sophisticated data gathering and analysis just don't reveal the whole story.
As African students sit on the edge of their seats and enthusiastically raise their hands for every question asked, one can only conclude that these kids really want to learn and deeply appreciate the opportunity to do so. Perhaps it's because 30 million of their school age peers in sub-Saharan Africa alone, don't have this opportunity. With the vast amount of the world's poor living in Africa and earning less than $1.90/day, sending a child to school isn't always a financial option.
The Education Goal Is Set - Are We Reaching it?
75 years ago, the world agreed to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which states, "Everyone has the right to education; education should be free at least at the elementary level and be mandatory." In 2015, 193 countries signed up to support the UN's seventeen 'Sustainable Development Goals' with an achievement target of 2030. Goal #4 is education, it calls for "every child in the world to be educated thru secondary school".
Are we on track? Apparently not.
According to Jeffery Sachs, economist and global leader in sustainable development, UNESCO says we need $30 billion a year to reach this goal, but the G7 said "We love education" and pledged only $3 billion/year for it.
Denying of the rights of vulnerable children can no longer be tolerated. The African economy went from a growth of 2.2% in 2019 to a contraction of 3.3% in 2020, plunging Africa into recession; forcing financially challenged countries to cut their education budgets by two thirds and the UN expects foreign aid for education will fall 12% this year.
How does this affect you?
The total fertility rate (births per woman) in sub-saharan Africa is 4.7% as of 2018, are the highest in the world according to the World Bank. Education can help turn this trend around. Failing a revolution in education resulting in a major decline in the birth rate, there will be 2.8 billion people in Africa by the turn of the century. Only educated urbanites in Africa have measurably reduced their family size, which is proof that education plays a key role, along with poverty reduction, in reducing population growth; something that effects all of us.
How do we jump-start this revolution in education to deal with this grotesque inequality in education?
Only those of us in the rich world have the capability but, we are not doing it.
Just one in five Canadians donate to charities. Their giving represents only 0.5% of their reported income and has dropped by 20% since the start of the pandemic to the lowest point in 20 years. All at a time when we are richer than any time in history.
If giving had stayed at the same level as 30 to 40 years ago, there would be over two billion dollars more donated each year by Canadians. This decline has happened when, with tax incentives, it has become less costly to give to charities.
Is there not more we can do?
It costs, on average, $8,500 a year to educate a child in a wealthy country. In Sub-Sahara Africa, the cost is only $480; about $40 a month ($1.33/day) for an elementary school education and $720 per year or $60 per month ($2/day) for secondary school.
We must work harder to convince people that sharing our wealth is not only the right thing to do, but is absolutely necessary.
"There is no better investment in this world than in a child's education"
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In this article I wanted to share with you all some important information about why law of attraction not working. If you are familiar with Law of Attraction or not, this information will shed some light into why Law of Attraction does not work for the average person today. Why this information is important not just to me, but for you is I have witnessed countless times how Law of Attraction can either do good or evil. So many people still struggle with the concept and believe that action brings about all the results. It is about time someone was honest about the good and bad, since we just passed the time period for New Year's resolutions. Like many people around the world, we try to set New Year's resolutions or dabble with Law of Attraction to create a change. The majority of people eventually gives up and fails. This can leave some people feeling as if Law of Attraction is just another money making scam or fade. With all integrity and truth, I would have to answer Yes and No. Some may say, "Well how can that be?" Well on the truthful side, so many elements and tools have been left out for anyone to truly be successful at Law of Attraction. I myself have read several different books about Law of Attraction and have still been left unsatisfied. That is why so many people can still feel like they are being left in the dark. When you read the 12 reasons why law of attraction not working for today's real world problems, you will no longer be in the dark. As one reader from my recent book put it some clearly, "I have stacks of books about manifesting and none of them explain it like you do. It's like they kept what you know a secret from everyone. I just want to throw away all this books now."- M. Richardson.
So with that said, in time you will either you learn to love Law of Attraction or hate it, you fear it or enjoy it, you talk about or you practice it, and the list can go on and on. I will be honest with you all and say when I first heard about the Secret, I did enjoy it. What I did not enjoy was all the loop holes and lack of step-by-step guidance. I mean really, if I just imagine that I am driving a fancy sports car it will magically appear? I don't think so. There are 34 important components when it comes to Law of Attraction and I have not read or heard anyone once cover all this information. I believe that is why my clients and I get so frustrated with Law of Attraction. I know a few people have figured out some of those components from trial and error, while a good majority has not. So let me enlighten you all with my broader perspective on this topic because I want to help. Below I will express the loop holes or lack of vital information that I have discovered over the past 10-years in working with clients.
Law of Attraction is very similar to meditation, hypnosis, guided imagery, and/or creative visualization. You are quieting the chattering mind, focusing your thoughts, affirming your desires, activating your emotions, and going within. The only difference with Law of Attraction is there has never been a therapeutic approach and there should be. I use Law of Attraction as a therapeutic approach all the time with my clients and here is the main reason. When all of us are born, we most likely encounter some form of negative programming about ourselves, the world, society, peers, career, money, self worth, religion, or even love. Here are some examples. We can call ourselves stupid, ugly, worthless, not good enough, or some other negative word. We say cruel and hurtful things to ourselves, but would never say those things to someone we love. Someone planted that seed of self doubt in our minds. Those negative seeds can and will prevent you from making Law of Attraction work. That is why some people need a mentor or coach to help them view their situation from a broader perspective because that person is not enmeshed or caught up in your emotional pain. We have all heard or read that we must release our resistance and what they are trying to say is we need to release our negative programming!
There is a difference between the ego/pride and the heart's desire. Currently many Law of Attraction books are focused upon feeding those lower energy vibrations such as ego desires, pride, materialism, and social status. The best way to express this fact is just buy a magazine or turn on the television. Advertisements feed off our desires and ego. What is so distressing here is the ego is never satisfied or content. You will always want more and more. The problem is the universe really only gives you what your heart desires because that is a higher energy vibration. So the point is, I really do not need a fancy sports car to feel content in life. We have all heard the saying, "Money doesn't buy happiness". Yet over the years I have seen people with a grocery list of things they want to manifest, but lack the tools, direction, means, and skills of obtaining it. It is frustrating for me at times to hear people preach Law of Attraction when they do not provide you with the tools or information you really need to be successful. So why do so many Law of Attractions book focus upon the ego/material aspects more? Well, it makes sells, it is what people want to hear, and makes money.
There is a big difference between expectations and anticipation. Time and time again, I have read in various Law of Attractions books to expect it! Well those expectations can trip us up also. We don't like it when people place high expectations upon us, so why do we continue to place high expectations on the universe?
The majority of Law of Attractions books do not tell you how to go general when you have areas of resistance such as relationships, work, family, money, body image, or health. I mean let's face it; almost everyone has issues with money and greed, or a specific family member or coworker. Therefore, you will experience some form of resistance around the subject of money or relationships. Without the understanding, guidance, and tools, you are doomed for failure and you will continue to repeat the same automatic behaviors and patterns.
Affirmations! There have been several books written about "I am" statements, affirmations, and wishful thinking, but if I do not believe what I am saying then those words are meaningless. So if I say, "I love myself" and I do not love every part of my body, my appearance, or I am hard on myself, then that "I love myself" statement holds very little value or meaning. What they should be doing is teaching you how to write an "I am" statement that speaks to you and empowers you.
Make a vision board: Again, you are taught how to create a vision board, but most people make one with several different pictures and hardly ever look at it. Then they expect that since they made it, it should be working. Well this is not always true. There could be some resistance within the images or words you selected.
I know that everyone loves a good rampage of appreciation, but has there ever been a book that teaches you HOW to create one for yourself? I have not found one yet and in my book I give you several examples in how to create a rampage.
I don't think I have read one Law of Attraction book that focuses upon just living a better life, truly being content, how to release our resistance, or why we should love our enemies. All of those things are important for our overall success and well-being in life. Since 90% of your programming is run by our subconscious mind, the average person will have some resistance that will need to be cleared when it comes to manifesting your desires. Why? Because studies have shown that less than 10% of the mind is conscious. That means that 90% of what we all do on a daily basis is run by our subconscious mind. Why so many people fail at Law of Attraction is it takes commitment, willingness and courage to change. In order to be successful you need to make changes in your subconscious mind. Therefore, it is almost impossible for any person to endure at times when you are not using your whole mind. Plus, so many people get stuck in the 10% conscious mind to act with logic and reason, while 90% of your mind runs entirely on your subconscious programming.
Many people have heard that they just have to think positive thoughts, but that can be difficult when you are face to face with an unpleasant person or circumstance. People have not been taught how to monitor their thoughts and feelings or why that is even important. Therefore every negative thought and feeling we have towards another person is a mirror reflection of something going on inside us. Yet, several Law of Attraction books do not cover this self help aspect, which is a key ingredient. We all need to learn to focus on dealing with our own issues first and soon we will begin to notice how the rest of the world changes before our eyes.
You cannot force anyone to love you, give you a raise at work, do something for you, respect you, propose marriage to you, listen to you, obey you, or even like you. Too many people try using Law of Attraction to manipulate another person's free will, instead of accepting them for who they are as a human being. We are all imperfectly perfect and we all need to embrace that fact with more love, kindness, cooperation, and understanding.
Visualization exercises are great, but not everyone is a visual learner. Now if you are a visual learner, great. Some people might add too many details and that can cause problems as well. Plus, if it is not the highest and best for you, the universe will not bring it. Then when you do not get exactly what you want, you get frustrated or believe it does not work. Then you eventually give up. More people need to learn how to fine tune their visualization exercises or discover what could be keeping them stuck.
"I want…." Many of us are taught to write out or say what we want. Now the thing many Law of Attractions books leave out is IF in the saying or writing there any past negative memories, hurt feeling, or unresolved issues associated with that "I want" statement, then you will most likely by default attract more of the I DO NOT want into your life experience. How is this possible? Well when you are saying that "I want" statement, you are remembering the things that you do not want at the same time. In my book I show you exactly how to create a rampage and statement that is resistance free.
And I did not ever cover the analytical people or the ones that are angry with the Universe or God. I could go on, but I hope you can understand WHY Law of Attraction might not work for the average person today. As you can see from the list of twelve things, there are several areas in where Law of Attraction can leave a person discouraged and questioning why it is not working. Therefore if I was baking a cake, I would most certainly be leaving out a dozen key ingredients.
Now for the good news, it has always been my heart's desire for everyone to live a better life. I have been teaching it, practicing it and living it for the past 10 years. So when I was inspired to write the book, "Affirming and Focusing upon Living a Better Life", I truly intended for everyone to benefit from the information. I was not writing the book with the intention of making lots of money or how to sell on a hot topic. I wanted to bring about clarification, understanding, compassion, and happiness in another person's life. I wanted to cover all the loop holes that I see my clients struggling with day after day. I wanted to support people in moving up the vibrational scale with ease and grace, without feeling the need to force things. Everyone loves a good story and each chapter is filled with life stories from my clients, family, friends, and me. Life stories help us relate to one another and they make us think. I have learned that life stories do have a life of their own. You can read a good book and forget about it content later. Yet a story that moves you, speaks to you or inspires you will stick like glue.
I know that Law of Attraction does work. People just need more guidance, clarification, understanding, and be able to learn the complete recipe to living a better life. I have seen and heard how many clients have created a new mold within six months. My heart desires this for everyone, not just my clients. And even if you do not want to manifest anything in your life, this book can heal your troubled mind and heart. That is why I wrote this article. I want you to live a life full of more joy, happiness, laughter, heart's desires, and contentment. Here is what some readers have to say.
"I have been searching my whole life for this information. I went to counselors and therapists. I wanted to know WHY things were they way they were and nobody could answer my questions. I finally found what was seeking and now I feel at peace." – Jacqueline Young.
You can also find the book at various websites and in different formats. The book is available in Paperback, Audio book, PDF, and E-book. The Nook, Kindle Edition or PDF format is only $9.99.
I hope you have found this information useful and if you did, please share it.


Brendan Rodgers has revealed that Liverpool worked hard in completing the signing of midfielder James Milner.
The England international left Manchester City and joined the Merseyside club on a free transfer. Lack of playing time, coupled with making him play out of his preferred position was the reason behind his decision to leave the Etihad.
Milner admitted the chance to play in the central midfield position convinced him to join Liverpool. He was impressive during the Reds' 2-1 victory over Brisbane Roar as he managed to get his name on the team sheet by scoring the winner in the 75th minute.
The former Swansea boss claims his ability to play in several positions cost him the chance to play in the centre of the park. Rodgers remains confident he can get the best out of Milner by playing him in the centre midfield.
"James Milner is a class act. We had to work very hard to get him in but we will see over the course of the season how important he is for us," Rodgers explained, as quoted by the Liverpool Echo.
"He has a wonderful personality and is a top class footballer. When you see him playing in his favourite position, all his qualities come out.
"We wanted more goals from midfield and with James that was the idea. When he plays in that central area he can really penetrate the box.
"He got in a number of times before he got his goal. He's a top class operator. Playing in this team he will probably shine even more. Players will always have a favourite position. Sometimes when you are such a great professional you can get moved about."
"It's an attribute that's good to have as a player but every player will want to play in their main position. James probably suffered a bit from being such a good footballer. He played right-back, wide left, wide right, as a striker and as a midfielder."
"Probably the best season he ever had was at Aston Villa playing as a centre midfield player. He's going to be huge for us and working close at hand with him I can see why he's regarded as such a top class professional," the Liverpool boss concluded.


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Gaining each others' location in real time – WhatsApp latest feature
Recently, various sources have reported that WhatsApp is working on its latest feature, which would allow friends to gain access to each others' location in real time. This feature will be made available so friends can meet suddenly, for sudden hangouts, without the hassle of asking each other for their locations.
However, due to many privacy concerns, the inbuilt feature in Whatsapp for real-time location tracking will remain disabled for users, until users themselves decide to turn on the feature, and users will have to enable the feature for more than 2 minutes, this also to counter to the privacy concerns. This latest feature will be made available to both android and iOS, and is currently being tested in beta version.
Other then this, there are also many other rumors suggesting that users may now be able to revisit their old WhatsApp messages, or even edit their previous chat messages. But ofcourse, it goes without saying that this will be only applicable to messages that have not been already read.
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Take a look back on the winter sports season. Stillwater's Thomas Watry was destined to be a swimmer. 15 new inductees joined the Minnesota High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Sit down with hockey legend, Willard Ikola. Go A-to-Z with STMA pitcher, Will Anderson.
The season of celebration - State Tournament style. A time for skating trophies around rinks. A time to get your hand raised, signifying achievement and triumph. Spectacular moments that will be remembered for a long time to come. Recaps of State Boys/Girls Hockey, Wrestling, Dance, Gymnastics and Boys Swimming.


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How to help our kids cultivate a healthy relationship with food with Rachel Rothman [Part 2], Ep #89
Navigating family mealtimes can be stressful. Everyone has their own ideas of what they want to eat. Kids can be selective, and families are often frazzled by the end of the day when dinner rolls around. Rachel Rothman helps families have less stress at mealtimes. She uses her extensive experience as a registered dietitian to work with families to alleviate food worries. Rachel and I had such an illuminating conversation that we had to split it into two parts. This is the second part of our insightful discussion. Join us to learn how to work through mealtime battles, how to handle teen food issues, how to approach vitamin deficiencies, and the answers to many more questions. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... How to work through mealtime battles [1:22] How to navigate eating well in the teenage years [8:06] What to do when kids fully refuse to eat or throw a fit [12:45] How to expand kids' palates [15:50] How to approach vitamin deficiencies in selective eaters [21:51] Teen body issues [23:48] Rachel's favorite snack options [26:19] Resources & People Mentioned That's It bars Kind Bars RX bar Connect with Rachel Rothman Nutrition In Bloom 4 Steps to Help Your Child Try New Foods @Nutrition.In.Bloom on Instagram Nutrition In Bloom on Facebook Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Sign up for 14 free days! Subscribe to The Balanced Life
88: How to help our kids cultivate a healthy relationship with food with Rachel Rothman
We all want to help our kids cultivate a healthy relationship with food, but this can be easier said than done. Many of us are still repairing our own negative relationship with food. Add in changing nutrition data, emotional elements, and comments and advice from family and friends and this topic can become a minefield. To help us navigate this difficult, complex topic I've invited Rachel Rothman to share her expertise. Rachel is a registered dietitian and childhood nutrition expert with a background in food science. Our conversation isn't solely focused on what to feed your kids (although we do touch on that), it encompasses navigating the challenges and stresses regarding picky eaters, mealtimes, and sugary snacks and desserts. Since it is such an expansive topic, we split the episode into two parts so that you can take time to reflect on what you learn. Make sure that you're subscribed to the podcast so that you'll know when the next episode publishes. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... What led her to do what she is doing today [5:22] What is a food scientist [8:38] How to talk about food with kids to cultivate a healthy relationship [11:40] How to deal with the sweets and treats [19:20] Dinnertime questions [28:34] Do you have to finish dinner if you want dessert? [36:00] Resources & People Mentioned Ellen Satter Connect with Rachel Rothman Nutrition in Bloom Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK
87: How to make goal setting work for you
As we wrap up another year around the sun, many of us become reflective of the year that has passed while also looking forward to what lies ahead. Setting goals may be something that you are intuitively drawn to, or maybe it's something that has you running the other way. Regardless of how you feel about goal setting, I encourage you to have a listen to see if you glean any actionable tips. In this episode, you'll learn how to achieve a thriving mindset, how to set goals for each part of your life, how to break goals down into actionable steps, and how to keep your goals realistic and achievable. If you walk away with even one tip on how to make goal setting work for you then this episode will be a success. Resources & People Mentioned Power Sheets Journal BOOK - Atomic Habits by James Clear Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK
86: Redefining happiness with Stephanie Harrison
So many of us are on the happiness treadmill. We believe we'll be happy once we achieve our next goal since the traditional way of thinking about happiness is wrapped up in our accomplishments. This means we don't make room for happiness while we're on the journey of life or we get caught up in the day-to-day whirlwind of feelings and emotions. Stephanie Harrison from The New Happy has made it her life's work to study the science of happiness and has created a new science-backed philosophy of happiness. Today she'll share the difference between the emotion of happiness and creating a truly happy life, how caregivers can achieve happiness for themselves, and how she redefined happiness. This episode hit me at the right moment and I'm sure it will do the same for you. Press play to begin to reconsider your thoughts on happiness. Resources & People Mentioned BOOK - Daily Rituals by Mason Currey Adaptogens Connect with Stephanie Harrison The New Happy The New Happy podcast @NewHappyCo on Instagram Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK
85: 5 moments from The Balanced Life podcast that opened my mind
The Balanced Life podcast is a place for honest conversations on health, wellness, self-care, work/life balance, and everything in between. My goal is to provide inspiration, resources, and practical tips to help you create a balanced life and become the healthiest version of yourself both inside and out. Today we have a special episode that spans 5 conversations that I have had on the podcast throughout the years that have opened my mind and led me to improve my health, understand my body and mind on a deeper level, or live with more intention and gratitude. This power-packed episode has fantastic tips and insights that will help you become the healthiest version of yourself. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Recognizing where we feel emotions [1:22] How our thinking habits impact our lives every day [4:10] Understanding adrenal fatigue [9:51] What happens when we experience pain [23:25] Leaning into different seasons of parenting [35:36] Resources & People Mentioned Episode 79 - Using breathwork as a path to wellness with Kiesha Yokers Episode 74 - Are your habits helping or hurting you? with Sandra Chuma Episode 71 - The Hidden Hormone Epidemic: A conversation with Dr. Aviva Romm Episode 66 - The Healing and Restorative Power of Pilates with Lindy Royer Episode 16 - Dorena Williamson: leaning into seasons of change, pursuing solitude, and always learning Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Start your free Lindywell 14 day trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life
84: Creating community around the dinner table with Christine Bailey
You may have heard about the benefits of having a family meal time, but the reality of living in the modern world can make it a challenge to create that space. Mealtimes are not only for nourishing our bodies, but they are also times to cultivate connections with family and friends. On this episode of The Balanced Life, Christine Bailey joins me to discuss tips to help you slow down periodically to create a special time to enjoy family and friends around the table Christine Bailey is a writer, social entrepreneur, and regenerative farmer who cultivates a life of nourishment and community and inspires others to do the same. Listen to our conversation as we chat about her journey to farming life, building connections around meals, and the transformation that takes place when people consciously slow down to eat together. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Christine's journey from the music industry to the farm table [1:22] How Christine is involved with Lindywell [7:53] Creating meaningful family meal times [13:00] The communal experience of Kindred dinners [22:08] How people transform when they slow down to eat together [24:39] Fun rapid-fire questions [34:48] Resources & People Mentioned Food, Inc. documentary Shawna Niequist Connect with Christine Bailey The Kindred Farm BOOK - The Kindred Life by Christine Marie Bailey Kindred Life Podcast @organicstine Christine on Instagram @thekindredfarm The Kindred Farm on Instagram Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Start your 14-day free trial! Subscribe to The Balanced Life
83: How 30 days of gratitude can change your life
Many people choose the month of November to reflect on all that they are thankful for, but practicing gratitude doesn't have to be limited to one month per year. In this episode, you'll hear how evidence shows that a regular gratitude practice has an impact on your brain, health, and well-being. And make sure to listen until the end to hear easy ways to develop a daily gratitude practice. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... What happened when I decided to focus on gratitude every day for 30 days [2:12] What studies on gratitude reveal [3:25] Joining me for 30 days of intentional gratitude [7:35] Resources & People Mentioned Amen Clinics article - 7 Ways to Remain Grateful All Year Long Episode 65 - Self Love Guided Meditation 30 Days of Gratitude Printable Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Sign Up for 14 Free Days! Subscribe to The Balanced Life
82: The connection between our moods and food with Micah Siva, R.D.
Have you ever felt hangry? Do you notice when your moods fluctuate throughout the day? Food might have something to do with it. There is often a connection between food and our moods and this episode of The Balanced Life podcast will help you improve that connection. Registered dietician (RD), Micah Siva, joins me today to discuss how food can help you boost your mood. Micah is one of the primary dieticians who works to create the RD-approved recipes found in the Lindywell membership. Micah helps us nourish our bodies in realistic, practical, delicious ways. In this episode, we'll discuss what led her to start her career in nutrition, how foods affect our moods, the best foods for brain health, and which foods can improve inflammation. Make sure to stick around until the end to hear which kitchen tools Micah thinks are the best to have for the at-home cook. Resources & People Mentioned Episode 71 - The Hidden Hormone Epidemic: A conversation with Dr. Aviva Romm Episode 40 - How I Overcame Paralyzing Anxiety Connect with Micah Siva, R.D. Nosh with Micah Micah on Instagram Micah on LinkedIn Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK
81: The power of routines
Whether we acknowledge it or not, routines hold power over many aspects of our life. If you are not a fan of routines you may feel tempted to skip this episode, but I encourage you to listen. If you enjoy creating and optimizing your routines, then you're probably already listening. This episode is designed to help you take a closer look at your routines, both intentional and unintentional. By the end, you'll understand why what you do each day matters. Your routines affect how you feel, your relationships, your health, and even how successful you are. Press play now to hear how routines can change your life. Resources & People Mentioned Episode 57 - Are your habits providing relief or restoration? Episode 74 - Are your habits helping or hurting you? with Sandra Chuma Episode 73 - The power of routines + creating a healthy home with Clean Mama Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Join the 14-Day Mind-Body Reset! Subscribe to The Balanced Life
80: Practical tools to help you successfully navigate transitions with Elisabeth Callahan, LCSW
Life is a series of transitions. Some are more welcome than others, but whether they are expected or not, it is important to be able to make the most of life's transitions and learn how to navigate them. You may be familiar with our guest today; Elisabeth Callahan was the community coordinator here at Lindywell who left our team to start her private therapy practice. Elisabeth is here to share practical tools to help us navigate the transitions we face, both welcome and unwelcome. Life is full of transitions, so listen to this interview to ensure that you are well prepared for the next transition that is thrown your way. Connect with Elisabeth Callahan, LCSW Elisabeth Callahan Therapy Elisabeth on LinkedIn Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Try 14 days free Subscribe to The Balanced Life Audio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK
79: Using breathwork as a path to wellness with Kiesha Yokers
Using your breath can be a powerful wellness tool whose benefits have been backed by scientific research. This free, easily accessible tool can be used by anyone at any time to help regulate emotion and bring a sense of well-being to your life. Breath is at the core of Pilates and can be used for wellness both on the mat and off. Our guest today is breathwork coach, Kiesha Yokers. Kiesha is passionate about breathwork and education and is striving to bring the gift of breathwork as a path to wellness to as many people as she can. Check out this episode to hear all the ways you can benefit from using breathwork as a wellness tool. Make sure to listen until the end to hear a few breathing techniques that you (and your kids) can use right now to help you relax and enter rest and digest mode. Resources & People Mentioned Wim Hof Connect with Kiesha Yokers KieshaYokers.com @KieshaYokers on Instagram Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Try 14 days free
78: How to use breath as a tool for growth and change
Do you understand the importance and power of your breath? In Pilates, we focus on breathing intentionally, but do you know how important proper breathing is in your everyday life? You may be surprised to discover that something as simple as breathing can be used as a tool to impact both your physical and mental health. In this episode of The Balanced Life, you'll learn just how important the breath is and how proper breathing can change your body and life. If you are interested in a simple, free way to impact your health you won't want to miss this episode. Resources & People Mentioned BOOK - Breath by James Nestor BOOK - Raising Worry-Free Girls in an Anxious World by Sissy Goff Wim Hof Episode 40 - How I overcame paralyzing anxiety Follow Lindywell On Facebook On Instagram Join Lindywell Try 14 days free Subscribe to The Balanced Life Podcast
77: How to Simplify Your Routines and Stress Less
If you're like most people, having stress in your life is inevitable. If you're dealing with stress right now, know that you're not alone, and with everything that we have been through as a society these past couple years, how can we be surprised if we are experiencing stress? As a listener of The Balanced Life, you know that Robin has been working very intentionally over the past year to not only reduce stress in her own life, but also to figure out how to effectively manage it. In today's episode, we are going to dive into a practical and helpful framework that Robin uses called "The 3 D's" – which is Do, Delegate and Delete. With this framework, the goal is to simplify our routines in order to help reduce unnecessary stress in our lives, and by doing this, it can really reduce our overall load, day-to-day. We hope this episode will encourage you to take some time to pause and reflect, and to think about the things that you really want to do and be spending your time on, and the framework Robin shares will help you do just that. Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! Some stress is actually shown to be good for you, but being in a constant state of chronic stress is a recipe for disaster and will negatively impact your health Robin reveals the "3 D's" framework and how she, her team, and friends use it to simplify more and stress less Some examples of what's on Robin's "Do" list and why she is prioritizing these things in this season of her life How she thinks of delegation, and the first things that comes to mind when she's looking to take things off of her plate Asking for help is not only beneficial to you, but also to the people that you are asking for help You may be able to delete things from your life that may have once been important in a different season, because little things deleted now can equal big results and more time back in your day Links in this episode: Try Lindywell free for 14 days! Follow Lindywell on Instagram @wearelindywell Get Pilates workouts, tips, and resources delivered straight to your inbox! 73: The power of routines + creating a healthy home with Clean Mama 50: Simple Ways to Declutter and Reduce Stress Amy McCready's Website Instacart
76: Behind the scenes of our exciting new chapter
An exciting new chapter is here, and Robin and Matt are excited to bring you along today to share all the details! Today's episode is a special behind-the-scenes look at our recent company rebrand to Lindywell. You'll hear their thoughts on why this change was necessary, the excitement (and some nervousness) that came along with it, and Robin's hope for members of the community moving forward. You'll also learn the personal and special meaning behind the name Lindywell, and how this change provided us an opportunity to look at everything we were doing in the business. Tag us on our new Instagram, @wearelindywell, and let us know what you think of our new name, rebrand and what we discussed in this episode! We want to hear from you and cheer you on, and if you haven't already, we'd be so grateful if you rated, reviewed and subscribed to our podcast to help us spread our message and continue to do the work we do here! Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! Why this rebrand is happening now The reasons that the rebrand is more a "doubling down" of what we are versus a complete change The story being the name Lindywell, and why it lands with Robin so much on a personal level How this is so much more than just a name change, and the ways in which it will be an upgraded experience for members Why evolution is necessary (and can be really good for us!) Links in this episode: Try Lindywell free for 14 days! Follow Lindywell on Instagram Get Pilates workouts, tips, and resources delivered straight to your inbox!
51 minutes | Jul 6, 2022
75: The Life-Changing Benefits of Play with Kaita, Becca + Sheri
Today's episode is fun, playful, and one that will boost your mood! Every month in our membership community we dive deep into one area of wellness that takes place off the mat, and every July we focus on play. However, in today's busy world, how do we make time for play, and what does it even look like? Joining Robin today to help answer these questions are Kaita, Becca and Sheri, three of our incredible Pilates instructors who have put their passion into helping women move and embrace the playful side of life. The wisdom that they've gained by intentionally adding play into their daily lives, and how you can incorporate it too, can truly be life-changing. If you haven't yet listened to Episode 68 with Kaita, Becca and Sheri, you'll want to tune into that one, and on our app you can find workouts from all three of these amazing instructors! Tag us on Instagram, @thebalancelife, and let us know what you are doing for play this week. We want to hear from you and cheer you on, and if you haven't already, we'd be so grateful if you rated, reviewed and subscribed to our podcast to help us spread our message and continue to do the work we do here! Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! A look at whether play comes naturally, and why it's so often easily forgotten Play really does look different for everyone, and Kaita, Becca, Sheri and Robin share in their own words would it looks like in each of their lives There are so many benefits to play that we often don't truly consider, including how it can positively impact the relationships we have with our partner Play can be incorporated into your Pilates practice, and all three reveal easy ways that you can start doing this right now There are key life lessons that can be learned by playing, and the magic really happens when you can understand and appreciate what play can teach you Injuries can be a barrier to moving for adults, but there are practical ways to minimize and avoid them so that you can keep progressing One thing that they will be committing to these week in order to integrate play into their lives, and a special challenge for listeners to do the same Links in this episode: Episode 68 with Kaita, Becca + Sherri Sheri's Spotify Playlist Kaita's Spotify Playlist The Balanced Life Sisterhood The Balanced Life on Instagram Sign up for The Balanced Life Newsletter
74: Are your habits helping or hurting you? with Sandra Chuma
The truth is that habits are more than just what we do. They're also what we think, how we respond to certain situations, how we solve the problems that we face and how we care, or don't care, for ourselves. In this episode, we talk all about the habits that we want to create or may want to get rid of, and all that is entailed in this process. To help explain what habits really are, today Robin is joined by her friend and fellow entrepreneur and business owner Sandra Chuma, a habits coach who helps women know their worth, create lives that they love and really live life to the fullest, which is what we want for you here at The Balanced Life and what we do with our community, app, and the content we create for you. There are so many great strategies, tips and mindset shifts in this conversation with Sandra, and it's definitely an episode that you may have to listen to a few times (with pen and paper in hand to take notes!) to really grasp all the wisdom that she shares. Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! Sandra had a big "A HA" moment that really taught her the importance of habits in our life and led to her getting certified as a habits coach. Habits can come from repetition over a long period of time, and they can be also be formed and anchored instantly. Motivation and willpower is great for getting you started on a new habit, but it's not dependable to do this long-term. Consistently taking small steps is where we really make progress with our habits. When you feel successful, you're more likely to repeat the behavior. Creating your habits is as easy as the "ABC" formula that Sandra shares, but don't forget to always celebrate along the way. People give meaning to tracking their habits, but tracking itself is just feedback and shouldn't be used to feel bad about what you did or didn't do. A major lesson Sandra got from a mentor is that it's ok to be a work in progress and be a work of art at the same time. Robin LOVES this statement and it sums how we support you at The Balanced Life – embrace YOU! Our brains love predictability and will often self-sabotage us, but Sandra has an exercise she uses to help raise your awareness and overcome this. The "3 E's" where our beliefs come from, and 4 questions you can ask right now to get past the beliefs that aren't serving you. Robin also shares a limiting belief that held her back in the past, and how she learned that it just wasn't true. Meditation isn't for everyone. Don't feel bad if it isn't working for you, and there are lots of other effective tools to help you become more aware of your thoughts and habits. Links in this episode: Sandra's Website & Instagram IAmWorthy.com Sandra's First Appearance on The Balanced Life Podcast Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything by BJ Fogg The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courageby Mel Robbins The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz How We Change: (And Ten Reasons Why We Don't) by Ross D. Ellenhorn Sign Up for The Free Workshop The Balanced Life Sisterhood The Balanced Life on Instagram Sign up for The Balanced Life Newsletter
58 minutes | Jun 8, 2022
73: The power of routines + creating a healthy home with Clean Mama
If you've been following along on Instagram or Facebook, or are a member of The Balanced Life Sisterhood, you've heard Robin talking about what it means to create a healthy home environment. Often when we think of health and well-being, we think about the foods we're eating or how much we're exercising, but how often do we think about our environments and how they are supporting us? Today's episode is with Becky, aka "Clean Mama", and she is the perfect person to be talking about this topic. Becky is a long-time member of The Balanced Life Sisterhood and she is an expert on what it takes to have a clean and healthy home. Becky has created systems and processes that take the stress and overwhelm out of housekeeping, and her work has changed the lives of so many people! We hope you come away from this episode feeling encouraged and empowered to create a healthier home and to keep it with a bit more order, without feeling overwhelmed. Be sure to follow Clean Mama on Instagram, @cleanmama, and if this episode was helpful to you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. If you think someone else would enjoy it and it could help them improve their environment and health, please share it with them! Lastly, you can join our free workshop to learn tips to help you build consistency in your fitness routine and boost your ability to create and sustain a healthy lifestyle, even when you're short on time and energy like so many of us are. You can sign up now at https://www.thebalancedlifeonline.com/creating-healthy-routines-webinar. Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! Safety in the home with the products Becky uses has always been important, especially since a scary incident years ago with her oldest child and a product she came into contact with If you feel you're too busy to clean, you'll never get a handle on it. Becky shares her 4-part routine, starting with simple daily tasks that will actually give you back your time. Studies show that more clutter leads to more stress, but just cleaning off a table or removing items from one small area can make a huge reduction in the amount of stress that you're feeling. Showing versus just telling or teaching your kids what to do will work so much better, and remember to break it into small, manageable tasks when getting them involved! There are certain things you can do if you and your roommate(s) have different cleaning habits, but it's important to set the ground rules before moving in together. Becky shares her thought process when developing her own DIY recipes for cleaning solutions that are quick and easy to make. There is one area of the house that is worse than the others for toxins, which is why she recommends starting there. Becky and Robin share a lot of the same philosophies on life, and she's a big believer in grace over guilt when balancing life and maintaining a clean and healthy home. Links in this episode: Becky's Website, Instagram & Facebook Her Shop All of Becky's Books Sign up for the free Creating Healthy Routines Webinar The Balanced Life Sisterhood The Balanced Life on Instagram Sign up for The Balanced Life Newsletter
72: What every woman should know about hormones with Dr. Aviva Romm [Part 2]
Today we are diving into Part 2 of Robin's conversation with Dr. Aviva Romm, and if you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, you are going to want to do that right now)! It is full of so much good information related to hormones through all stages of life and the hidden hormone epidemic that exists among women. In Part 2, Dr. Romm reveals the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy, simple ways to bring more balance to your hormones, a very practical and realistic way to improve brain fog, and tips for navigating your hormones on the journey to menopause. Dr. Romm also answers your questions on everything from sex drive, to birth control, to supplements to consider for healthy hormones, and so much more. If this two-part conversation with Dr. Romm was helpful for you, we'd love it if you could share it with your friends, family, and anyone that would benefit by listening. The more women we can empower with this knowledge, the better! Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! Perimenopause isn't being talked about enough, but there are botanicals and herbs that can help restore the adrenal stress response associated with it She gives her thoughts on going the synthetic hormones versus natural route, and what you can do to feel more empowered about your options There is hype surrounding the marketing of certain synthetic hormones, but don't believe everything you see being promoted Our mind is powerful, so be careful how you think of menopause! Certain studies prove that our thoughts around the subject will impact the symptoms we experience. If you have brain fog, often hydration is the issue and drinking more water is where to start with alleviating it. Sex drive is way more complicated that being just about our hormones, so try to unpack what is really going on in your life and impacting it. The birth control pill depletes you, but there are things you can do and take to reduce how it affects you. If you write down your questions before visiting the doctor, bring an advocate with you and wait to put your gown on at the office, you will be in a much better position to advocate for your health once there. Links in this episode: Dr. Romm's Website & Instagram Her Podcast & Episode on Adrenal Fatigue Her Latest Book, Hormone Intelligence: The Complete Guide to Calming Hormone Chaos and Restoring Your Body's Natural Blueprint for Well-Being & Other Works Dr. Romm's Articles on The Pill & Personal Empowerment Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. Article on UK Study, 'Listen to women': UK doctors issued with first guidance on endometriosis The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) Join the Free 5-Day Pilates Strong Challenge The Balanced Life Sisterhood The Balanced Life on Instagram Sign up for The Balanced Life Newsletter
71: The Hidden Hormone Epidemic: A conversation with Dr. Aviva Romm [Part 1]
Are you ready to talk about hormone health? This is the episode that Robin has literally been counting down the days to, with her special guest Dr. Aviva Romm! Today they dive deep into all things hormone health that we experience in our everyday life, as well as through the various stages and seasons we move through. Robin also asks Dr. Romm the questions that you submitted by social media and email to have answered, and the information she shared was so fascinating to hear. As you know, Robin has been on a journey this past year with her own hormonal health, sharing with you as much as possible along the way. Bringing Dr. Romm on the podcast today is a tremendous opportunity to get an expert perspective on these important topics, and hopefully it empowers you on your journey to advocate for your health and to feel your very best. You're not going to want to miss Part 2 of this special conversation next time on the podcast. We'll see you then! Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! There is a hidden hormone epidemic that exists, with several levels to why it's hidden and so often normalized in society. Romm made a big realization after starting college years ago, and she considered herself a "trojan horse" when she went back to Yale decades later to get her MD. Hormone health is a critical vital sign of our overall health in a variety of ways, every day and not just during certain times of the month. We're getting better as moms at admitting when something is off, but historically women have just kept going and tried to push through burnout. We often forget about the non-physical symptoms of burnout, but there are subtle signs to watch for and to be aware of. The right types of foods, including carbohydrates, healthy fats and quality proteins, are absolutely critical for supporting our nervous system. Smart devices can be our worst enemy at bed time. Dr. Romm shares how to approach a sleep routine in the most optimal way. Links in this episode: Dr. Romm's Website & Instagram Her Podcast & Episode on Adrenal Fatigue Her Latest Book, Hormone Intelligence: The Complete Guide to Calming Hormone Chaos and Restoring Your Body's Natural Blueprint for Well-Being & Other Works Dr. Romm's Articles on The Pill & Personal Empowerment Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. Article on UK Study, 'Listen to women': UK doctors issued with first guidance on endometriosis The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) Join the Free 5-Day Pilates Strong Challenge The Balanced Life Sisterhood The Balanced Life on Instagram Sign up for The Balanced Life Newsletter
70: Q&A: how I de-stress, the weekly task I don't enjoy, and tips to stay active
Today we're diving into an "Ask Me Anything" episode, where Robins answers your most asked questions from Instagram. The questions Robin answers today are the ones that she thinks will have the most impact, and hopefully help as many people as possible. Some are informative and specific to Pilates and exercising, and some are more personal as Robin reveals how she balances being a mom of 4, a wife, while running a business. You'll also get a look at the new and exciting things that are coming to The Balanced Life this year! Show highlights: what you can look forward to in this episode! By loving her career and being a mom so much, it gives Robin the ability to balance things as she moves through different seasons in her professional and personal life Robin doesn't necessarily enjoy meal planning, but the real value in meal planning comes from reducing decision fatigue. How Robin and Matt are teaching balanced living to their children. Find time in your day to find at least one thing that you do daily to de-stress. Robin gives specific questions you can ask yourself to determine when is the best time to work out for you. Movement can be medicine, and look at your health as an investment! Robin shares how to jumpstart your fitness routine if you don't feel like you have the time or energy, or you're dealing with chronic pain. Having a negative relationship with exercise actually led Robin to what she does today, and everything changed for her when she found Pilates. You don't have to be perfect when it comes to your exercise routine, and give yourself grace, especially if you're also raising children. Make small changes, and those small steps will add up to big results. Links in this episode: Try Pilates for free with the 5-day Pilates Strong Challenge The Balanced Life Sisterhood The Balanced Life on Instagram Episode 19: Q&A with my husband: marriage, health & family balance Raising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World by Sissy Goff Therasage 360 Portable Sauna (use code BalancedLife for a 10% discount) Episode 34: Common Misconceptions about Pilates Sign up for The Balanced Life Newsletter Magnetic Meal Planner


I do deClaire: Goody Bag Giveaway!
I've seen a few pinterest outfits and blogger with sweaters or cardigans tucked in to skirts (like here and here). They've pulled it off so well, I had to try for myself. I like the overall look of the outfit and subdued tones, but I think next time I won't be layering with chambray. This is actually one instance where it was too bulky and added pounds on. Next time I will try it sans button up or a lighter weight layer. But at least I got one more wear from my leather skirt before spring! Because the forecast is looking it's no tights, all ankle pants, and sandals from here on out (well hopefully anyway).
Today I have a goody bag type giveaway to include an owl necklace, clover necklace, bracelet, notecards, notepad, and two metallic markers. Good luck!
And don't forget to enter the giveaways for a $25 giftcard to Catch Bliss, Statement Necklace from Benevolent Jewels, and $25 giftcard to Oakleigh Rose!
Let's see I love the necklace, skirt, booties and tights. And your hair - such a cute look (E-Mail me on how you did it, hmm Thanks). While I do like this Outfit a lot, I do think without the button-down might look slightly better.
This outfit doesn't make you mid area look big. A trick a learn to not make you button up shirt look so bulky is layer a cami over it.
Yay for trying something new! Even if it doesn't work out the first time, it's nice to get some other ideas from trying it. I love your patterned tights!
Those tights are so fun :) I also like the way you braided your bangs - I totally used to do that all the time when I had long hair! It was my favorite way to keep the hair out of my face!
I love your leather skirt!
I think the tucked cardigan works well - it's always fun to have new ways to wear pieces!
I LOVE this outfit Laura..so gorgeous!!
you definitely pulled it off!!


Duckdown is back in the house! Video is sick as hell, Charlie is a dog, I'd interview that dude ANY time. The track is FIRE. We talked about this video with Buck back in Episode #60.
Support the underground, make sure you cop that "The Formula" album dropping 4/29. What up Noah!?


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1 March — Montreal HC wins the Canadian Amateur Hockey League (CAHL) championship and challenges Winnipeg
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The Daily Star – Fox Judgment Is Bad for New Yorkers
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Asbestos Proven to Cause Judicial Insanity
By: Michael Seinberg We all know that exposure to asbestos can cause all sorts of nasty health problems, but a new ruling by a New York Supreme Court justice now shows that even talking about the substance can have serious mental repercussions. It seems one Ronald Dummitt and his very talented lawyer sued Crane Co. [...]
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By: Michael Seinberg Last summer saw the official demise of Blitz USA, until then, the largest maker of gas cans in the US. The company claims that they were forced to declare bankruptcy as a result of lawsuits by people injured after misusing Blitz products in a variety of shockingly dangerous ways. Plaintiffs' lawyers claim [...]
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By: Michael Seinberg For those of you keeping score, Manhattan trial lawyers have hit it out of the park and into orbit. According to the City of New York, the city government will spend $735 million this year to settle lawsuits and pay out awards for suits that claim negligence, police abuse, property damage, improper [...]
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Reflecting on Cairo's International Festival for Contemporary and Experimental Theatre: Interview with Dina Amin
by Savas Patsalidis*
Dina Amin
Cairo's International Festival for Contemporary and Experimental Theatre (CIFCET) is a noncompetitive annual festival funded by the Ministry of Culture of the Arab Republic of Egypt. As stated on its website, its mission is "to create a forum for communication and dialogue among diverse populations and communities by means of the various forms of theatre and performance. It aims to introduce the latest developments in the international theatre scene to Egyptian and Arab audiences, while also serving as a platform for local and regional theatre productions for the benefit of specialists and interested festivals from all over the world."
The logo of Cairo's International Festival for Contemporary and Experimental Theatre. Photo: From the Festival's Facebook site
It is considered one of the most important festivals established in the Arab world. It was launched in 1988 and, according to the Minister of Culture of those days, Farouk Hosni, its aim from the start was "to deepen the idea of dialogue and of accepting the other and to create a space that [would allow] for the free play of passions and the imagination."
Following the collapse of the Mubarak regime, the Festival ceased to operate, just like many other state institutions. Five years later, and after long and heated discussions, the Festival came back to life, this time carrying the word "contemporary" on its title to differentiate itself from its earlier association with the Mubarak regime and, at the same time, to indicate its new course which, in the words of its new protagonists, was "to broaden the space for mutual understanding" and to "introduce the latest developments in the international theatre scene to Egyptian and Arab audiences."
The first edition of the revised Festival was announced in 2015 and launched in 2016. The Festival now hosts about 20-25 productions in each edition. One third comes from Egypt and the rest from the Arab and the Western world.
Dina Amin, its artistic director, was on the Festival's first five-member executive committee, established in 2014.
President of CIFCET, Sameh Mahran, addressing the guests of the Festival's opening night 2018. Photo: Adel Sabri, courtesy of the Festival
Dina is also a stage director and an Associate Professor of Drama and Performance at Cairo University's English Department, Faculty of Arts. She is the author of Alfred Farag and Egyptian Theatre (2008), co-editor of Salaam: Anthology of Middle-Eastern-American Drama (2009) and From Orientalists to Arabists: The Shifts in Arabic Literary Studies, Journal of Arabic Literature (2010). Dina holds a PhD in Dramatic Literature from the University of Pennsylvania and an MFA in Directing from Carnegie Mellon University. She is the recipient of the West Coast Drama Clan Award (in honor of William Ball) for best director at CMU for her production of Ibsen's A Lady from the Sea. She directs in both the U.S. and Egypt, in Arabic and English. Her most recent production in Cairo is Al-Farafir (Flip Flop and His Master, 2017), Arden (an Egyptian adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream, 2016), Matsanafneesh (Don't Label Me, 2015), and Segn al-Nisaa (Women's Prison) by FatHeyyah al-`Assa (2013).
I first met Dina in Thessaloniki (Greece), as a guest of Dimitria Festival (Oct. 5-10, 2018). It was then that the idea of this interview occurred
Founded in Paris in 1972 by Andres Bossard, Floriana Frassetto and Bernie Schürch, MUMMENSCHANZ has become one of the leading groups in Mime-Masque Theatre. Their production You and Me was part of the official opening ceremony of the 25th edition of the Festival (2018)
Dina, this is your fifth year as the artistic director of Cairo International Festival for Contemporary and Experimental Theatre and, as far as I know, the largest and most visible theatre event in Egypt. Do you feel any pressure? How demanding is this post, especially after the Festival's restart in 2014? What is your vision?
The first year was hard labor as we all needed to search, collect and restructure the Festival's lost database. Gradually, things started picking up momentum. It's a very demanding post because it is year-round. I'm a university professor, stage director and mother—you can imagine the amount of joggling I have to do.
We work as an executive board, so we all build the Festival's vision together. As a collective vision, we all would like to see the Festival growing as inclusive as possible, with as many nations as possible and, in particular, with nations of the global south.
Swiss dramaturge and writer Erik Altorfer was invited by the Cairo International Festival for Contemporary and Experimental Theatre to participate in its 2018 programme with a writing workshop for young theatre writers. In addition to the workshop, Altorfer also gave a public talk about "The History of Swiss Theatre," moderated by Dina Amin. Photo: Courtesy of the Festival
Among the goals of the Festival is to create a forum for communication and dialogue among diverse populations and communities by means of the various forms of theatre and performance. Dο you think that this goal has been achieved after 25 editions?
This has always been the mission of the Festival and, every year, we try to expand the scope of dialogue and inclusion as best as we can. Can we do more? Certainly! The world changes constantly and the need for artistic dialogue changes too; we try to represent the moment and deepen our dialogue with it. Therefore, what we are currently trying to do is keep this dialogue going all year round, not only in September. This is reflected in our new approach of covering the proceedings of most of the festivals in the Arab World on our webpage. This way, CIFCET encompasses theatrical movements in the entire region and helps disseminate them.
Hadra Hurra is a Syrian-German dance production funded by the German Foreign Ministry. Cairo International Festival, 2018. Photo: Adel Sabri, courtesy of the Festival.
The title of the "revised" Festival now contains the words "contemporary" and "experimental." How close are these words to the philosophy and practice of the Festival? Do you see any difference between the philosophy and the strategies of the old Festival (prior to 2010) and the one running in the last four years?
Changing the title of the festival to now include "contemporary" as well as "experimental" is meant to make the choice of plays broader and more inclusive of genres, styles and periods. Thirty years ago, the founders of the Festival felt the need to popularize the avant-garde in its larger context, which is great because they have enabled us to build on this solid base. Today, we include both text-based as well as non-textual performances; works based on physical movement and works ingrained in the mimetic; musicals, documentaries, biographies. There is no limit.
Wonder, by the Fingers Theatre of Georgia, presented examples of a variety of ethnic dances performed by appropriately dressed fingers. Photo: Adel Sabri, courtesy of the Festival
Regarding the participation procedure, you seem to follow a different strategy. Instead of inviting artists to come to the Festival, you ask them to apply and, then, choose whom to include. Do you think this policy pays off? Does it bring to your Festival what you really want to have in terms of quality, contemporaneity, etc.?
As you know, we are a state festival, which means that we are financially under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture. This translates into two things: first, we receive a budget from the government, and, second, our work is perceived as public service. Therefore, we do not generate any income from the Festival; rather, we work with a tight budget as all performances, workshops and symposia participation are all free admission. These parameters make us very selective in the way we spend. So, all things considered, yes, it does allow us to bring high quality works and artists.
I know that you have a screening committee for play selection. What are the criteria for the final selection? Any politics involved?
Purely artistic, no political or country representation considerations at all.
Qahwa Sada (Black Coffee), directed by Khaled Galal, was staged at the National Theatre and got full house during the Festival. Photo: Bassam Al Zoghby
Just wondering: What is the impact of the Festival on local theatre life? Is there any dialogue between local and international theatre people, in terms of exchanges, collaborations, joined workshops, etc?
Actually, all the above constitute the festival's impact. Apart from the apparent benefit of presenting international performances to Egyptian and Arab audiences, the workshops open local artists to international trends and theatre makers, and, indeed, many collaborations have led to projects as a result. Furthermore, the symposium allows for intellectual exchanges and debates, which brings about joint research and translation possibilities. Not to mention, of course, that the daily gatherings before and after performances allow for the development of new friendships and real face-to-face conversations across the board.
China's National Theatre presented Synopsis of the Prince of Lanling at Ballon Theatre, as part of the Festival's 25th edition, 2018. Photo: Adel Sabri, courtesy of the Festival
Are you satisfied with the audience attendance? What feedback do you get? How receptive are they to the new and the experimental?
You must understand that the Festival is very well attended by Egyptians as well as Arab audiences. Each participating troupe gets to perform twice, and, often, audiences request more shows, but we are bound by the schedule of course. Also, admission is free of charge for, as I mentioned before, the festival is public service; this fact brings more viewers to theatres as well. So, yes, we are very satisfied with our audience attendance.
The festival is public service and this brings about more viewers. Photo: Adel Sabri, Courtesy of the Festival
What is the situation of theatre in Egypt right now? Has the "Arab Spring" changed anything in theatre's policies?
The five years after the revolution were quite rocky for theatre and the arts, in general. However, during the last four years there has been a steady comeback to theatre productions, whether subsidized by the government or produced privately. Many festivals such as CIFCET are back in Cairo, and a number of regional ones have been founded lately.
As a follow-up to my previous question: How close is theatre to local sociopolitical life?
Theatre and politics are sort of intertwined, so, of course, there are always political overtones in all performances. However, what has been on the rise lately is the aesthetics of physical (and non-verbal) and dance theatre. We've also seen several documentary pieces.
How similar or dissimilar is Egyptian theatre compared to Western theatre? I know, this is a huge topic that requires space and time to answer. Just very briefly, I would like to hear your view.
Yes, indeed, this is question that requires a very long answer, but the short one could be this: the audience is the differentiating factor. Egyptian audiences like to be active participants in performances, so the European fourth wall took longer to set in in Egypt than in other places.
In the last few years, and especially during the "Arab Spring" movement, we have been hearing and reading things about the position of women in Egyptian society. What is the situation of female playwrights now in Egypt? Do they have the same exposure and the same opportunities as male playwrights?
Women have a very strong presence in Egyptian theatre as actors, directors and critics; however, we still need more plays written by women. There are more novels, short stories and poetry by women than there are plays; perhaps, the reason for this lack is the nature of theatre itself. It requires long and late hours of work, and, very generally speaking, we are a conservative society.
I understand. Who do you think are the most prominent women playwrights in Egypt right now? What is the focus of their work?
I can think of two right away, Rasha Abdel Moneim and Nora Amin, both concerned with social and philosophical issues.
Expedition Pacific was performed at the small Hall of the Cairo Opera House during the 25th Cairo International Festival for Contemporary and Experimental Theatre. Photo: Adel Sabri, courtesy of the Festival
And what about most frequently staged playwrights, foreign as well as Egyptian?
Most frequently staged, in terms of Egyptian playwrights, would be Sameh Mahran, President of CIFCET, Lenin al-Ramly, Abu Al-Ela Al-Salamouni and texts from the 1960s, which is considered the golden age of Arab drama. Regarding foreign playwrights, there are lots on the repertoire of Egyptian artists, most important of whom is Shakespeare, as well as writers that belong to the so-called tradition of the theatre of the absurd.
How do you explain their popularity?
It stems from the timelessness of their themes as well as from the philosophical/existential questions they raise.
And what about directors? Whom do you consider as the most representative of contemporary, experimental theatre in Egypt now?
Essam el-Sayyed, Coordinator of CIFCET, is one of Egypt's prominent directors. There is a number of important directors and I don't want to miss mentioning their names, but the ones who come immediately to mind are: Khaled Galal, Hassan el-Geretly, Abeer Ali and Ahmad al-Attar.
The Minister of Culture presenting award-winner David Henry Hwang the statue of Thoth, the god of penmanship, to honor his lifetime achievements, 2018. Photo: Courtesy of the Festival
Let me shift our discussion to money. Theatre is a very expensive art. In a world where money talks, do you think Egyptian theatre can survive without state funding?
It can and it does. In the 1990s, a movement called "free theatre" emerged specifically for that. It was to counter the impact of State-run theatre and to create opportunities for young independent artists. Today, there are several independent companies that not only produce their own work, but also curate their own festivals.
This is very encouraging to hear. I assume it is the exception rather than the rule. What I find worrisome is the gradual reduction of state funding for theatre. The Arts, in general, are not so appealing to the gurus of global economy. At least that's my impression. I hope I am wrong. Just let me ask you this: You travel a lot to various festivals held in Arab countries. Do you think there are things that make you feel optimistic regarding the future of Arab theatre?
There are many things that make me optimistic. I find that fellow Arab artists are as keen on producing good and important theatrical works as any other in the world. Theatre artists here in Egypt, in the Arab World, across the world all endure difficulties whether in the form of war, censorship, budget cuts, lack of support or inclusion, yet all forge on to keep bringing about meaningful works. Don't you think this is a cause for optimism?
On its silver jubilee (2018) the Festival has honored seven main theatrical figures whose contributions have widened the horizons of performance and enriched the world of theatre. Among the 7 honorees was Dr. Gabriel Brandstetter, Professor of theatre and dance study at Freie Universität Berlin. Photo: Courtesy of the Festival
Yes, it is. Theatre's survival kit has kept it going for well over 25 centuries now. I hope it continues to fight for a better world. In Europe, as you know, two major political issues dominate: the rise of extreme right-wing parties and the refugee problem. Both issues are reflected in most new works now produced. I would like to ask how does Egyptian theatre reflect on these issues? I mean, do they have any impact on the plays written or staged?
Historically, the radical right and refugee problems (don't forget Palestine) have always been central issues that Arab theatre has had to deal with. Today, it affects Europe too, and we welcome plays that discuss it.
Closing of the Cairo International Festival for Contemporary and
Experimental Theatre, 2018. Photo: Courtesy of the Festival
Here is my last question, sort of personal one. You are also involved with teaching. What are your plans from here onwards?
Time permitting, I would like to focus again on directing as well as do more translation.
Whatever you choose to do, I wish you the best.
*Savas Patsalidis is Professor of theatre and performance history and theory in the School of English (Aristotle University, Thessaloniki), the Hellenic Open University and the Drama Academy of the National Theatre of Northern Greece. He is also a regular lecturer on the Graduate Programme of the Theatre Department at Aristotle University. He is the author of thirteen books on theatre and performance criticism/theory and co-editor of another thirteen. His two-volume study, Theatre, Society, Nation (2010), was awarded first prize for best theatre study of the year. His latest book-length study Theatre & Theory II: About Topoi, Utopias and Heterotopias was published in 2019 by University Studio Press. In addition to his academic activities, he works as a theatre reviewer for the journals lavart, parallaxi and the greekplay project. Ηe is currently the president of the Hellenic Association of Theatre and Performing Arts Critics, member of the curators' team of Demitria Festival and the editor-in-chief of Critical Stages/Scènes critiques, the journal of the International Association of Theatre Critics.
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I figured out how to make the native APIs available on my NS Angular project using this link:
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