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https://centerfordiscovery.com/locations/beverly-hills-outpatient/
Beverly Hills, CA (Outpatient)
Beverly Hills Outpatient Eating Disorder Program
CENTER FOR DISCOVERY
8484 Wilshire Boulevard, Ste 510
Beverly Hills, CA 90211-3213
M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm
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COVID-19 Update: Online telehealth is offered for intensive outpatient treatment as an option to patients living in California, Florida, New Jersey and Texas.
In-person intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization is also offered at this location. Residential treatment continues to be offered at our residential facilities for individuals in need of a higher level of care. Learn about all that we are doing to protect the safety and wellbeing of our patients and staff.
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Center for Discovery Beverly Hills is an outpatient eating disorder treatment center for men and women who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder. The Beverly Hills IOP/PHP treatment facility is located in Los Angeles California and serves all of Southern California. It opened in July 2014 and is conveniently located in the heart of Beverly Hills on the corner of Wilshire Blvd and La Cienaga in a beautiful historical building with views of the Hollywood Hills and surrounding areas. There is free covered guest parking beneath the building and validation is provided. Treatment modalities we offer include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
In addition to receiving evidence-based therapies, clients all have the opportunity to put "joyful" back into movement through yoga and other activities. Discovery's specialized Binge Eating Disorder (BED) program, Path to Peace, is also offered at this location.
Insurances we accept include but are not limited to Employee Health Network (EHN), Kaiser (So Cal), MCCP (Medical Cost Containment Professionals, LLC), OPTUM BH (PBH, UHC, UBH), and UNICARE – Beacon HS. Please remember that the insurances we accept change frequently. Our insurance team will verify your coverage.
Our therapists at Beverly Hills are trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), and specialize in providing therapy to clients who have a history of trauma. The team has over 15 years of combined experience working with eating disorders and provides yoga movement therapy, psychodrama instruction and incorporates the "health at every size" philosophy to all aspects of their eating disorder practice.
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Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders
Co-Occurring Disorders with Eating Disorders
Brendan Bonner, LMFT
Brendan is a graduate of Antioch University Los Angeles, where he earned a Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology, then going on to the Southern California Counseling Center where he was trained in Family Systems, EMDR and the Trauma Resiliency Model. He has worked in various eating disorder treatment centers at different levels of care. He also has a private practice in the Larchmont area of Los Angeles.
Brendan brings his passion for growth and transformation to his work where he gets to engage clients in exploring how we make meaning of our lives in relation to our world, especially examining how external forces such as social influence, familial and cultural histories might influence the stories we tell and come to identify with.
Paige Handler, RD
Paige Handler is a Registered Dietitian and Certificated Lactation Educator (CLE). She received a Bachelor of Arts in both Drama and Psychology from Vassar College and completed her Didactic Program in Dietetics at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) where she also completed her Dietetic Internship. Paige expects to complete her Master's of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences by the end of 2017. During her graduate studies, Paige created a thesis project based on increasing eating disorder knowledge amongst adolescents through theater and education. Prior to joining the team at Center for Discovery, Paige gained her clinical experience as an intern at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Paige adheres to the All Foods Fit Philosophy and enjoys helping clients find their own path to recovery by creating a healthy relationship with food. She works with both adolescent and adult clients on setting and achieving their individual goals while focusing on the principles of intuitive eating.
She is a member of the Los Angeles Dietetic Association and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Vaughn Darst, MS RD
Vaughn Darst is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in eating disorders among under-served populations, including transgender and nonbinary individuals, large-bodied individuals, and neurodivergent youth. Vaughn received his MS in Nutrition from the USC, and his BA in Critical Theory and Cultural Studies, with a concentration in Transgender Studies, from Scripps College. Prior to joining Center for Discovery, Vaughn completed two fellowships at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, gaining clinical experience in adolescent medicine and family-centered care for children with neurodevelopmental delay. Vaughn also served as a Health Educator in the Cal State System for over a decade before moving into eating disorder treatment.
Vaughn's main areas of focus are intuitive eating, Health at Every Size®, and body liberation advocacy. He seeks to work collaboratively with clients to establish a nourishing relationship to food and their body. Vaughn owns a private practice in Los Angeles, serving primarily queer, transgender and gender diverse clients with disordered eating and body image concerns. His TEDx Talk, "In a World That is Wrong About Us," addresses the unique concerns of clients for whom their eating disorder exists at the intersection of gender, fatness, food, and identity.
Whitney Kirk
Whitney trained as a dancer from age four and began training in aerial arts in 2007, after graduating UCLA with a Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics major. Yoga was the perfect complement for the huge physical and mental toll that aerial and dance took on Whitney's body, and she wanted to share the amazing benefits of yoga with everyone in the community.
Now she is certified in Bikram, Hot Fusion yoga, aerial fitness, aerial yoga and has her 200RYT for Vinyasa. She has taught yoga at COACHELLA (and most recently Desert Trip) for six years. She also leads AIR Aerial Yoga Teacher Trainings and Retreats nationwide. Join Whitney for her yoga class and you will be sure to stretch and smile. Your soul will thank you.
This location provides free in person eating disorder support groups on Thursdays 7:00PM. We also have a handful of free online support groups. Find out more about how to join our free support groups.
West Coast Supervisor of Outpatient Dietary Services
Kacy Grossman, MS, RD, CPT
Kacy earned her bachelor's of science in Clinical Nutrition and minor in Psychology from the University of New Jersey, Davis and went on to earn her master's of science in Family and Consumer Sciences, Nutrition from New Jersey State University Northridge. To complement her education in nutrition, Kacy obtained a certificate in personal training from the American Council on Exercise.
Essentially by accident Kacy found a way to combine all her areas of interest and education when she began working as a Diet Tech in 2009 at A New Journey Eating Disorder Center. Once Kacy completed her dietetic internship through CSUN, she became a Registered Dietitian at ANJ and worked with adults and adolescents at the intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial day treatment (PDT) levels of care. In Early 2014 Kacy began working Center for Discovery where she now finds fulfilment working in adolescent residential and adult Outpatient eating disorder treatment. Kacy also maintains a private practice, The Shameless Eater, in Westwood, Ca and is serving as secretary of Behavioral Health and Nutrition dietetic practice group for the 2014-2016 term.
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I was sent to [Center for Discovery], an all women's eating disorder treatment facility, and I was terrified to go. I was told I would be there for a month and would return home after that. I ended staying there for almost 3 months, and I can honestly say I am beyond thankful for my time there. I learned so much and they helped me find myself and get over my traumas and learn to cope with issues that I was having. All the staff was super helpful and had my best interest at heart. I may have not liked all of them, but I knew they wanted what was best for me. Even after my insurance run out, the therapist I was working with arranged for me to go to another center to continue my treatment because I was not ready to come home. I highly recommend getting help with Center for Discovery. They truly care!
I was at [Center for Discovery] for 6 weeks. I'm from Ohio and being so far away from home was hard. The staff made me feel super comfortable and cared for, making my stay much more manageable. The program was very individualized. They worked hard to make sure my specific needs were met and that my specific behaviors were addressed. This is a top notch facility with incredibly caring staff. Not only were the house staff wonderful, but everyone from admissions to the medical director worked hard to make sure I knew what was going on. This is a wonderful company who are true to what they say. They gave me my life back. I'm someone who has been in and out of treatment for my eating disorder and this program was by far the best. I feel so optimistic about my future. The progress I made there was life changing and I will be forever grateful. I recommend this program to anyone who is serious, willing, and ready to get better.
Natalie F
I was surprised by my parents with the option of going to get help for my eating disorder and overall unhealthy lifestyle. I so badly wanted to get help, but was too ashamed. After talking to my mom I agreed to at least talk to someone from Center for Discoveryabout what program I would be in and what it would be like. The gal was super helpful, kind, and did not make me feel like I was the only person who suffered from what I did. She was very patient with me and overall helped out our family with the process of insurance and costs and what not. As for the actual facility I stayed at, it was a great experience.
We had our son in an acute care hospital and the social worker recommended the Center for Discovery. Before our son was discharged, my wife and I met with the staff and toured the facility. We were impressed by the staff and how the program was structured. Our son was there 6 weeks. It was a game changer and now we feel our son left with a good base of skills that he has continued to use. We now feel our son can leave a normal type life and not have to worry that he may need to live in a group home setting as an adult. We can't say enough for the help and support we received from the entire staff at the Center for Discovery. When we were considering the facility we did some reviews on line. Some weren't overly positive, but most were and we feel that it was a very positive experience for our son and our family. Even our son now admits that he learned some great skills and that his time at Center for Discovery turned his life around.
John W
Parent of Alumni
I completely recommend this outpatient program for the treatment of eating disorders. The program is tailored to each individual and my daughter was able to attend school while attending. The staff is caring, knowledgeable and fully committed to the treatment process for the patient and family. My family now better understands eating disorders and we are able to support our daughter through her recovery. 5 stars all the way!!


With a Ph.D. in Clinical and School psychology from Hofstra University, Whitney began her career creating psychoeducational books and games for Childswork/Childsplay. She then took her expertise to the Girl Scout Research Institute where she authored national research studies in the youth market and reported the results in various media outlets such as television and radio. After taking time off from her professional life to be a mom, during which time she sleep trained her own children, Whitney formed SLEEP-EEZ KIDZ and SLEEP WELL/WORK WELL and has helped hundreds of children and their parents sleep soundly every night.
A native of New York, Whitney formed SLEEP-EEZ KIDZ in 2005 while living in Los Angeles. She currently lives in New York with her two children, ages 11 and 13. Dr. Roban is now devoting her time away from her two very well rested sons to help other parents and caregivers struggling with childhood sleep problems.


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Q: Clicking deep link url opens the app with red border I am doing an application which have deeplinking functionality. The deep linking will open a web-view class. If i click back, the app shows some random red colour border, when the app is been killed.The border not appears when the app is minimised.Do anyone know how to remove the red border.Thanks in advance.
I have already tried some of the solutions like disable strict mode.Its not working.I have written my code below about how i connect activity with deeplinking.
<activity android:name=".screens.PromotionsWebviewActivity">
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A: I think it is because of enabled "strict mode". The screen flashes when app is doing long operations on main thread. You can disable it from developer options on your device. Read mode about strict mode here: StrictMode

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Organs of the Hook Holiday
Posted on October 16, 2014 by SJOCwebadminNovember 28, 2014
Organ by E. & G. G. Hook, Opus 389 (1866) at South Parish Congregational Church in Augusta. The organ will be heard in a recital by noted organist Gunter Kennel of Berlin, Germany as part of "A Hook Holiday" historic organ tour on October 6 at 7 p.m. Photo by Len Levasseur. [Higher Resolution]
Organ by E. & G. G. Hook, Opus 288 (1860) at St. John's Roman Catholic Church in Bangor. The historic organ will be featured in several concerts as part of "A Hook Holiday:" Tuesday, October 5 at 8 p.m., Music for Organ and Choir with Kevin Birch, organist & Kay Byther Eames, conductor; Thursday, October 6 at 8 p.m., organist Paul Tegels from Tacoma, Washington; and Friday, October 8, at 8 p.m., organist Dana Robinson of Champaign, Illinois. Photo by Len Levasseur. [Higher Resolution]
Organ by George Stevens (1848) at First Church in Belfast. Organist George Bozeman of Deerfield, New Hampshire will be heard in recital as part of "A Hook Holiday" historic organ tour on October 6 at 1:30 p.m. Photo by Len Levasseur. [Higher Resolution]
Organ by E. & G. G. Hook, Opus 328 (1863) at Elm Street Congregational Church in Bucksport. Organist David Dahl of Tacoma, Washington will perform a concert as part of "A Hook Holiday" historic organ tour on October 6 at 11 a.m. Photo by Len Levasseur. [Higher Resolution]
Organ by Hook & Hastings, Opus 2223 (1909) at Hampden Highlands United Methodist Church in Hampden. Ann Marie Rigler of Liberty, Missouri will demonstrate the organ as part of "A Hook Holiday" historic organ tour on October 8 at 3 p.m. Photo by Len Levasseur. [Higher Resolution]
Organ by E. & G. G. Hook (1847) at the Community Church in Stockton Springs. Organists Carlton & Lorna Russell of Stockton Springs, Maine will perform a concert as part of "A Hook Holiday" historic organ tour on October 6 at 9:30 a.m. Photo by Len Levasseur. [Higher Resolution]

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Get ready to battle with the Astral Order Starter Pack. Play the Lightseekers official Trading Card Game offline or scan with the Lightseekers video game for augmented reality effects, rewards and in-game abilities. The Starter Pack contains 1 prebuilt deck (36 cards), 1 Booster Pack (9 cards) 1 Tribute Card, 1 Deck storage box, a Playmat with Health Counter, and a Quick Start rules guide. The Astral Order is heavily influenced by the past as well as the future. What is on top of your discard pile and what is coming next from the deck is of great importance.
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Kenneth "Kenny" McCormick, voiced by Matt Stone, is one of South Park's 4 main characters. It was created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone and appeared for the first time in 1992 and 1995 in the short films "The Spirit of Christmas". Mike Judge voiced him in the feature film "South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut" and Eric Stough in the episodes "The Jeffersons", "Lice Capades" and "Mysterion Rises". Kenny is best known for having died in almost every episode in the first five seasons of South Park.
He is also easily recognizable because he almost always wears an orange parka (or only hides his face), covering most of his face and muffling his speech. In the episode "Mysterion Rises," Kenny, who turns out to be a superhero Mysterion, reveals that he has the power to never die and wakes up in bed after some time. He then claims that he is angry that his friends never say that they remember him when he died. The character was taken out of the series in the fifth season of the episode "Kenny Dies", but returned in the following season at the end of "Red Sleigh Down" and has since been a regular character; Now he dies only occasionally. In most episodes of the 10th and 11th season, he rather recedes into the background, although this tendency seems to have ended with the finale of the 11th season. Kenny did not die once during Season Twelve. Kenny died three times in Season 13 and five times in Season 14.
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Dress Like Kenny McCormick; Kenny McCormick costume consists fleece sweatshirt, Kenny McCormick cosplay hood hat, khaki pant and cashmere mittens, to complete your Kenny McCormick costume don't forget to get black sneakers and angel wings.
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Kenny wears an orange snorkel parka, orange pants and brown gloves. Almost all the time Kenny has his hood on, so only his eyes and (invisible) nose are visible. Underneath his hood, he has messy blonde hair that looks a bit like Tweek Tweak, another character in the series. Occasionally, usually when he's scared or crying, he pulls the strings on his hood to make them firmer, even though he did that once Cartman was farted in a confined space. In "South Park is Gay," Kenny wears a light violet parka with some hooded hair, black pants, and brown boots with black stripes. Later in the episode, he buys another parka, which is pink and fluffy.
It is sometimes shown that he has almost nothing under his parka, as shown in the episodes "The Tooth Fairy Tats 2000", the movie "Lil 'Crime Stoppers" and "Lice Capades", Kenny has blue eyes in the episode "Starvin 'Marvin," in which a mutant turkey pulls his eye out and in a close-up, a blue iris is visible for a moment. However, in an early draft for South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut, Kenny is described as hazel-brown. The film and "A Very Crappy Christmas" show that Kenny sleeps in his underwear, making him the only boy to do so, even though he suspects his family can not afford it (Kyle, Cartman, Stan and Butters wear it Pajamas and Tweek Tweak rare) sleeps and therefore has no pajamas, except in "Child Abduction is not funny").
In other episodes, however, he is shown asleep in his parka. It seems that his parka was made from parts of his bedroom curtains, because in the episode "Quintuplets 2000," in which Kenny plays opera, we see his curtains in the background. They are made of orange material and a large part is missing. After South Park: BLU he is unknown in several episodes. In the episode "Super Best Friends," where Stan discovers that Kenny drowned to death in the pool, he's bald because every kid in the episode shaved his head earlier, making him no different from the others ( less Cartman).
In "Margaritaville," when the boys play with squirrels, Kenny wears a portion of his "toga" (a leaf) over his face and mimics the way his parka covers his face. Other parts of his face - and his hair - are still visible, as in "W.T.F." When in wrestling outfit, he wears headgear that covers most of his face. In the same episode, he wears a mask that also covers most of his face when he plays his wrestling alter ego El Pollo Loco (a parody of Mexican wrestler Rey Mysterio). In "The Losing Edge" he wears a baseball cap covering a piece of his right eye and forehead (and a jersey number 13). He looks the same in the original Christmas short, but wears green gloves and a red scarf. His mouth is visible and his voice is understandable (it sounds a bit like Craig or Clyde).
He has only one line. A photorealistic version of Kenny's Performance was produced as a sketch by a police artist for the episode "Free Willzyx," which shows his nose.
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Q: What's the best way to store a group of constants that my program uses? I have various constants that my program uses... string's, int's,double's, etc... What is the best way to store them? I don't think I want an Enum, because the data is not all the same type, and I want to manually set each value. Should I just store them all in an empty class? Or is there a better way?

A: An empty static class is appropriate.  Consider using several classes, so that you end up with good groups of related constants, and not one giant Globals.cs file.
Additionally, for some int constants, consider the notation:
[Flags]
enum Foo
{
}

As this allows for treating the values like flags.

A: Another vote for using web.config or app.config. The config files are a good place for constants like connection strings, etc. I prefer not to have to look at the source to view or modify these types of things. A static class which reads these constants from a .config file might be a good compromise, as it will let your application access these resources as though they were defined in code, but still give you the flexibility of having them in an easily viewable/editable space.

A: I would suggest static class with static readonly. Please find the code snippet below:
  public static class CachedKeysManager
    {
        public static readonly string DistributorList = "distributorList";
    }

A: IMO using a class full of constants is fine for constants. If they will change semi-occasionally I recommend using AppSettings in your config and the ConfigurationManager class instead.
When I have "constants" that are actually pulled in from AppSettings or similar I still will always have a "constants" class that wraps the reading from configuration manager. It's always more meaningful to have Constants.SomeModule.Setting instead of having to resort directly to ConfigurationManager.AppSettings["SomeModule/Setting"] on any place that wants to consume said setting value.
Bonus points for this setup, since SomeModule would likely be a nested class inside the Constants file, you could easily use Dependency Injection to inject either SomeModule directly into classes that depend on it. You could also even extract an interface on top of SomeModule and then create a depenedency to ISomeModuleConfiguration in your consuming code, this would then allow you to decouple the dependency to the Constants files, and even potentially make testing easier, especially if these settings come from AppSettings and you change them using config transformations because the settings are environment specific.

A: What I like to do is the following (but make sure to read to the end to use the proper type of constants):
internal static class ColumnKeys
{
    internal const string Date = "Date";
    internal const string Value = "Value";
    ...
}

Read this to know why const might not be what you want. Possible type of constants are:

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*const fields. Do not use across assemblies (public or protected) if value might change in future because the value will be hardcoded at compile-time in those other assemblies. If you change the value, the old value will be used by the other assemblies until they are re-compiled.

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A: If these Constants are service references or switches that effect the application behavior I would set them up as Application user settings. That way if they need to be changed you do not have to recompile and you can still reference them through the static properties class.
Properties.Settings.Default.ServiceRef

A: You probably could have them in a static class, with static read-only properties.
public static class Routes
{
    public static string SignUp => "signup";
}

A: This is the best way IMO.  No need for properties, or readonly:
public static class Constants
{
   public const string SomeConstant = "Some value";
}

A: Yes, a static class for storing constants would be just fine, except for constants that are related to specific types.


ORLANDO, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35) - A father got fed up with the noise from the I-4 Ultimate Project, and deputies say it landed him in jail.
John Ariail, 49, spent the night in jail instead of his home, which is located on New Hampshire Street.
According to the arrest report, it was just before midnight when Ariail got into an argument with a construction worker because of the noise.
Neighbor Diane Thurbon says it was loud and late at night.
"Pound, pound, pound, pound, pound! It was bad," she said. "At times it was a 10 if you want to go from 1 to 10."
According to deputies, Ariail argued with the worker, following him to his truck.
There, they say he reached into an open window and grabbed the worker's hard hat off his head, in an attempt to take a picture of him.
The worker was not injured, but he did call deputies.
Ariail was charged with burglary and battery.
"I'm shocked that he was arrested. I think it could have been handled in a much different way. I understand. My frustration has been at a high level too," Thurbon said. "It's discouraging knowing there's no end in sight with the noise anytime soon."
Thurbon says Ariail has a wife and two young children, who were probably trying to sleep when the noise occurred.
The worker told deputies that he never gave the man permission to touch him, or enter his truck.
The Florida Department of Transportation released this statement saying: "We will discuss this with the contractor to gain a better understanding as to what led to the situation. We would further advise that if there are issues, the public should contact the proper authorities to respond, rather than taking matters into one's own hands."
An arrest has been made in the investigation into a fatal shooting outside a Downtown Orlando nightclub.
Notier Misael Gomez, who was was taken into custody in Tennessee by U.S. Marshals on Thursday, is believed to be tied to Jan. 26 fatal shooting of Keveon Smith, 22, outside Club LIT on North Orange Avenue.
The shooting happened around 2:15 a.m., following an altercation in the parking lot along Magnolia Ave. In February, the Orlando Police Department released images of three men whom investigators identified as suspects in the case.


Each year STAR aims to run week long residential courses. The first course targets students at the pre-fieldwork level and the second is aimed at those are at a fairly advanced stage of writing up.
The pre-fieldwork course runs over four days and involves 6 half-day sessions, each combining a plenary workshop with smaller break-out groups. One distinguished UK anthropologist will be invited to attend the entire course, and will open the programme with a formal lecture, on a subject of his/her choice. Workshop topics include: writing fieldnotes; politics and ethics; working in a second language; visual methodologies; archival research; and material methodologies including issues of property and ownership.
The advanced (post-fieldwork) course includes plenary workshops, with break-out groups to address key topics in the building of research careers, both within and outside the academy and a series of parallel master-classes lead by distinguished international guests, allowing students to present their work and receive feedback from some of the most exciting innovators in world anthropology. Each day will close with a plenary lecture from one of the international visitors, drawing on their current research-in-progress.
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Columbia è un supercomputer prodotto dalla Silicon Graphics per la NASA. Il sistema è stato installato presso il NASA Advanced Supercomputing facility nel 2004. È stato per alcuni mesi il più potente sistema di calcolo del pianeta, fino a quando un'espansione del sistema Blue Gene/L non lo ha scalzato dalla prima posizione. Secondo la TOP500 del giugno 2006, questo è il quarto più potente computer del pianeta con 51,87 TeraFLOPS.

Il sistema è composto da venti SGI Altix 3000. Ogni unità ha 512 processori Intel Itanium 2 per un totale di 10.240 processori. Il nome è stato scelto in onore dell'equipaggio dello Space Shuttle Columbia. La piattaforma SGI Altrix è stata scelta dopo la positiva esperienza del sistema Kalpana formato da un singolo Altrix con 512 processori che è stato integrato del sistema Columbia. I nodi sono collegati tramite Voltaire InfiniBand ISR 9288, swith a 288 porte con velocità di trasferimento di 10 Gbit.

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Thought leaders, are aware of the "questions" that their customers/consumers are asking. In order to truly garish the desired outcome's a leader or business must identify those questions and prioritize them. Thought Leaders/leadership is about becoming the authority on relevant topics by having the answers to those important questions, if you don't know the questions how can you give answers?
Thought leaders are a unique breed that possess a unique distinguishable voice that sets them apart from other leaders. That uniqueness is their brand, as a result the audience knows exactly what he thought leader or organization stands for. There is no ambiguity about their mission and goal. Also thought leaders are not "wishy-washy" they declare their brand with pride and never stray from the course.
Thought leaders inspire and empower those that they lead, that is to say through their leadership they serve as role models to others. They share their experience and knowledge, and shape the next generation of though leaders. As experts in their fields they are aware of the importance of having a sphere of influence, and shaping and encouraging those around them. What they don't do is lead for the sake of power and dictate and repress.
Please contact us for more insights into thought leadership and specific strategies for your business situation.


Shiatsu is a healing art originating in Japan; literally the word means «finger (shi) pressure (atsu)». Shiatsu is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, rooted in the concept of Ki (vital energy), and uses the same meridian system (energy lines) as in acupuncture. Throughout this massage, the patient lies clothed on a padded floor mat. The therapist uses thumbs, fingers, palms, elbows, forearms, knees, and/or feet to apply pressure to specific meridians and acupoints to balance the flow of Ki. Meridian stretches and joint mobilizations are also included. Shiatsu promotes the body's natural ability to balance and heal itself; it can be helpful in preventing and treating acute/chronic musculoskeletal pain and internal medicine conditions. Zen Shiatsu is a specific style that follows the philosophical ideas and teachings of Shizuto Masunaga. It focuses on an immediate and direct feeling for the distribution of Ki in the meridians, diagnostic palpation of the Hara (abdomen), and the psycho-emotional correlations to the meridians. Zen Shiatsu is an holistic healing art, an experience that touches the patient's physical body, emotions, mind, and spirit.
Thai-Yoga Massage has its roots in the Ayurvedic traditions of ancient India, and more recently developed into its present form in Thailand. Originating from a yogic background, the aim of this massage is to balance the flow of prana (vital-energy) by stimulating the body's sen (energy lines) through pressure with thumbs, palms, elbows, knees, and/or feet as well as joint mobilizations. The characteristic of Thai-Yoga Massage is the inclusion of deep stretches similar to hatha yoga asanas. Thai-Yoga Massage is a deeply relaxing yet dynamic form of bodywork throughout which the therapist moves in a rhythmical dance manner around the patient who lies clothed on a padded floor mat.
This relaxing, full-body oil massage uses the traditional methods of kneading and stroking. Swedish Massage techniques focus on enhancing the blood circulation in the muscles and tissues, thus speeding up the elimination of toxins in the body. Nurturing and rejuvenating, this massage helps to relieve general stress and tension. Aromatheray essential oils may be added for an enhanced relaxing or uplifting effect.
Prenatal Massage is a comforting experience that can nurture the new life growing within the expectant mother.
Receiving touch is helpful to the expectant mother's physical and emotional well-being as she adapts to her new body image.
In Prenatal Zen Shiatsu, the expectant mother lies clothed on a padded floor mat. Additional props such as blankets, bolsters, chairs, and backjacks offer the mother support for maximum comfort whether in supine, side-lying, or seated positions. Techniques include palming or thumbing meridians and acupoints, joint mobilizations, and gentle stretches. Prenatal Zen Shiatsu is a great complement to Prenatal Acupuncture treatments.
In Prenatal Thai-Yoga Massage, the expectant mother lies clothed on a padded floor mat. Additional props such as blankets, bolsters, chairs, and backjacks offer the mother support for maximum comfort. Prenatal Thai-Yoga Massage is a deeply relaxing yet dynamic form of bodywork which includes palming or thumbing sen lines, joint mobilizations, and skilfull deeper stretches. Prenatal Thai-Yoga Massage is a great complement to an expectant mother's Prenatal Yoga practice.
In Prenatal Swedish Massage, the expectant mother lies on a pregnancy bolster system adapted to a massage table. The pregnancy bolsters are designed to position expectant mothers in the most ergonomically correct way possible for maximum comfort and to safely relieve pressure on the abdomen and breast tissue. This relaxing oil massage uses techniques of kneading and stroking to offer a nurturing and rejuvenating experience.


Mary Amelia Novak Bold, 92, passed away peacefully at Peace Hospice in Great Falls on October 16, 2018 from natural causes. A Vigil service was held at St. Margaret Mary's Church in Big Sandy on October 21, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Her Funeral Mass was celebrated on October 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a luncheon. Interment was held at the Riverside Cemetery in Fort Benton at 3:30 p.m., followed by visiting with family at the Grand Union Hotel in Fort Benton. Memorials can be made in Mary's name to St. Margaret Mary's Catholic Church, Big Sandy Medical Center, Big Sandy FFA Scholarship, or the Big Sandy Historical Society Museum. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with services and arrangements. Please visit Mary's online memorial page at http://www.hollandbonine.com to leave a message of condolence for her family.
Mary was born on July 19, 1926 in East Helena, Montana, the second of four children born to Frank and Emma (Smith) Novak. During the Great Depression, Mary moved with her family to Rataz, Austria, where her family spent three and a half years. After returning to the United States, Mary was raised just outside of Sun River, Montana. There she and her brother, Frank, raised bum lambs, chickens, and irrigated hay as well as milking the cows on the family farm. In 1945, Mary graduated from Simms High School. The summer following graduation, she attended summer classes at Great Falls College in order to become an elementary teacher, which led to teaching jobs at Salem Rural School and Simms. In May of 1947, her friend, Cecelia Bold, introduced Mary to her brother Albert. Mary fell in love with Albert and the prairie west of Big Sandy, which became her home for the next 70 plus years following their marriage on December 29, 1947.
In addition to raising seven children, she loved raising her large garden. She was extremely generous with its produce, sharing its bounty with her family, her neighbors, her friends, and for many years she donated and peeled all the potatoes for parish dinners at the Catholic Church. She cooked delicious meals for her children, father-in-law (Reinhard Bold), hired men, salesmen and mechanics who came to the farm. Everyone loved her hospitality, and they would often return just before noon hoping for a meal invitation. One of Mary's favorite activities in life was harvest-whether in the garden, grain field, or corral. Mary actively participated in 70 grain harvests, either by providing hot meals and lunches when the children were small, to later driving truck and finally to "the best job on the whole place", a grain cart driver.
In April of 1989, Albert passed away unexpectedly. They had planned to travel during their retirement. Accepting that this was not to be, Mary enjoyed countless bus tours to many corners of the country with her "lady friends". Mary loved area history and was an active participant in the Big Sandy Historical Society. Her deep love of God and her Catholic faith was evidenced by her involvement in St. Margaret Mary's Catholic Church's Altar Society and as a religious education teacher.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Emma Novak; husband, Albert; daughter, Marianne; sisters, Emma Toman and Bernice Schaner Conway; and brother, Frank Novak.


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New Jersey Opens Major Expansion of Medical Marijuana Program
by Thomas EdwardJul 16, 2019News0 comments
On Monday, New Jersey's Department of Health announced plans to accept applications for individuals and entities interested in opening operational and cultivation facilities. The agency said that it is seeking applicants to operate as many as 24 Alternative Treatment Centers, with the aim to place eight in the northern part of the state, eight in the central region and seven in the south. An additional facility will be placed in a yet-to-be-determined region, the department said.
Moreover, the department said it intends to grant licenses for an additional 15 dispensaries, five cultivation centers and four "vertically integrated permits," which would involve a combination of cultivation, manufacturing and dispensary. The applications, which were made available on Monday, are due on August 22; it costs $20,000 to apply, though failed applicants will receive a reimbursement of $18,000.
All applicants "must submit a security plan and an environmental impact statement," and demonstrate "experience in cultivating, manufacturing or retailing marijuana and provide quality control and assurance plans," according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
The permit expansion was put in motion earlier this month when New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, a Democrat, signed a bill to grant an additional 24 licenses. It's part of an ongoing effort by Murphy to dramatically expand access to medical marijuana in the state.
Medical cannabis has been legal in New Jersey since early 2010, when outgoing Democratic Gov. Jon Corzine signed the measure into law on his final day in office. But for years, the program suffered from low enrollment due to the law's strict requirements. Former Republican Gov. Chris Christie, who succeeded Corzine, was a vocal opponent to medical marijuana, calling it a "front for legalization."
"What there's a huge demand for is marijuana. Not medical marijuana," Christie said in the summer of 2014. "Because when we run a medically based program, you don't see the demand."
But under Murphy, who was elected governor in 2017, the state has made an effort to expand the medical cannabis program, with growing calls to also legalize recreational use. Earlier this month, Murphy signed bill A20, also known as "Jake's Law" after seven-year-old Jake Honig who died last year from brain cancer. The law brings a number of changes and expansions to the medical marijuana program, including raising the monthly limit for patients from two ounces to three ounces, and allowing edibles to be prescribed to adults (previously, they were only available to minors).
"I am proud to stand with my legislative partners as we break down barriers to ensure this life-changing medical treatment is affordable and accessible for those who need it most," Murphy said at the signing ceremony.
But the effort to legalize recreational marijuana, which Murphy also supports, collapsed in the New Jersey legislature earlier this year. After that legislation fizzled, Murphy vowed that the fight was not over.
"History is rarely made at the first attempt," he said in March. "But eventually barriers do fall to those who are committed to breaking them down. Certainly I am disappointed, but we are not defeated."
The post New Jersey Opens Major Expansion of Medical Marijuana Program appeared first on High Times.
Source: High Times News


How can I see a property from the inside?
Bakersfield applicant(s) must check out a key to view the property before an application can be submitted. If an advertised unit is tenant occupied, applications can be submitted prior to viewing.
We require a key deposit of $20.00 cash and we will make a copy of your I.D. Up to 3 keys can be checked out at one time. The key(s) must be returned to the office at least 1/2 hour before closing.
After your pro-rated month, rent is always due on the 1st and late on the 5th of every month. If the 5th falls on a weekend, holiday, or another day we might be closed, you can drop you rent through our dropbox. If your rent is in our office by 9:00 am of the next business day after a day we are closed, you rent will not be counted as late.
Do I need to give a notice if I plan on moving out?
Yes. You must give a 30-Day Notice if you plan on moving. This notice must be given in writing. You can fill out a notice at our office or send your own signed notice. You are responsible for 30 of rent from the day we receive your notice. Example: If we receive your notice on March 8th, you are then responsible for rent until April 8th. If at anytime you change your plans and would like to stay at the property or need to extend your notice for a later date, please call us and let us know so we can work together.
How can I make a service request for maintenance?
You can call either the Bakersfield or Lake Isabella maintenance dispatch line or submit a maintenance request online through your tenant portal. The dispatch lines are monitored Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm, afterhours, on weekends and holidays.


The profile of five battles fought by Australians in the Great War (1914-1918) was traced over the past century using the frequency by which they were cited in the popular media. The pattern of these frequencies appeared to remain much the same from 1915 until the 1990s with battles involving very large numbers of casualties at Pozières and Passchendaele having a higher media frequency than smaller battles at Fromelles and Villers-Bretonneux. Gallipoli's status as Australia's best known battlefield has been consistent from 1915 until the present day. Over the past decade however, the media frequencies suggest that there has been a re-prioritization in the importance of these five battles. The discovery of lost graves at Fromelles and the introduction of a Dawn Service at Villers-Bretonneux has elevated the importance of these two sites, with the result that tourist visitation to them has also increased. © The Author(s) 2016.


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Nic Claxton: 'I should be in the talk for the Defensive Player of the Year'
By Net Income Dec 17, 2022, 4:59pm EST
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Nic Claxton is on fire of late. Saturday night was his ninth double-double of the season and he blocked six Raptors shots, a career high.
Asked about how he's been able to play at such a high level, Claxton told Meghan Triplett of YES Network he believes he deserves more respect, including being in the so-called conversation for Defensive Player of the Year...
Nic Claxton discusses the emotions and excitement he felt after tonight's win over Toronto. #NETSonYES pic.twitter.com/LFPp7nkTwX
— YES Network (@YESNetwork) December 17, 2022
"It's just me being me," Claxton told Triplett. "Honestly, I feel that I am one of the best defenders in the league. I feel I should be in the talk for the Defensive Player of the Year. I feel like I wasn't getting the respect I deserve. We're winning, my numbers are good protecting the rim, guarding 1 through 5.
"So, it's just me being me, bringing energy and it's great for the team," he added.
Setting his sights on the DPOY may seem a bit far-fetched to some, but the near 7-foot, 23-year-old is second in the league in blocks at 2.3 per game behind Brook Lopez. He's now averaging nearly nine rebounds to go along with his nearly 12 points.
He's growing more consistent as well.
Over the last 10 games the Nets have played (Claxton missed two), he's averaging 2.8 blocks as well as 12.3 points and 9.4 rebounds. He's had four double-doubles, a game of 9 and 14 and another of 15 and 9. In four games, he had three or more blocks.
The field for DPOY, of course, is always tough with wings and points often succumbing to bigs. Ask Ben Simmons who finished behind only Rudy Gobert two years ago. Perennial favorites Marcus Smart, Mikal Bridges, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo and Gobert are all back, too.
Of course, not everyone has disrespected his game. Zach Lowe of ESPN wrote this last week about the Nets:
[T]he unsung hero is Nicolas Claxton. Claxton has been dynamic enough on offense to inspire some faith in Claxton-Simmons lineups — the Nets only road map to viable defense and rebounding. Claxton can corral guards on switches or barricade the rim in conservative schemes; opponents are shooting just 53% at the basket with Claxton nearby. He's not strong enough to plug Brooklyn's rebounding leakage, but he is snaring defensive boards at a career-best rate...
On offense, Claxton is a solid rim-runner and lob-catcher with a knack for cutting at the right time. He's a canny screener, mixing hard hits and darting slips that force switches.
Indeed, Claxton leads the NBA in shooting percentage (74.1%) as well as effective percentage (74.4%). He's also made improvements, if up and down, in his free throw shooting. He hit two when they counted Friday night and was 5-of-8 for the game.
And Kyrie Irving, the hero of Friday night, took time post-game to praise Claxton:
Kyrie Irving talks about Nic Claxton's defensive effort tonight, totaling a career-high 6 blocks vs. the Raptors:
"When Nic's telling me to get out of the way so he could get blocks, I know we're in for a good active night from him" pic.twitter.com/ZXB10ZyzlN
— Nets Videos (@SNYNets) December 17, 2022
When Sean Marks signed Claxton to a two-year, $20 million — including performance incentives, there was some griping in the fanbase about whether he would be worth it (although most fans were then more focused on Kevin Durant's trade request.) There were indeed questions: after all, Claxton had missed more games than he played in his first three years. So far, though, the investment looks like a smart one.
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Below you will find a brief overview of interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS) and urinary tract infections (UTIs), which covers the definition, incidence in the UK, and risk factors associated with interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome and UTIs.
A defect in your bladder tissue, which may allow irritating substances in the urine to pass through your bladder.
Something in the urine that damages your bladder.
Changes in the nerves that carry bladder sensations, so pain is caused by events that are not normally painful (such as your bladder filling with urine).
A type of allergic reaction.
Please click the links below to leave iAluRil.co.uk and find out more information about interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome and urinary tract infections.


This section is a collection of articles that are for people who insist on doing wiring on engine swaps and need a little help. Please DO NOT call with questions about this section. We do not have a 1-900 number to accomodate everyones questions. If you have a questions please use the E-mail button or schedule an appointment to bring your project car in and have it wired by us.
Honda Prelude H22 / H23 / USDM to JDM Distributor wiring.
1. Change to an OBDII Oil Pump, Mount Crank Sensors on JDM engine and use all USDM Timing Gears and Crankshaft pulleys.
When swapping in a JDM H22 with a distributor that has an internal coil a couple wiring changes must be made to the harness. On US versions of the H22 the TDC and CKP signals are read off the crank in the timing belt casing. In order to rewire these signals into the JDM Distributor follow these steps and it will work without a problem.
2. Cut the plug off and connect the solid Yellow wire to the Black/Yellow wire using solder or crimp connector. Tape this connection good. ( It is the power for the ignition system ) Cut the green wire back and tape off the end. This will not be used.
3. Locate the 2 Distribitor plugs on the USDM engine harness. ( One is 4 pin, other is 2 Pin. ) Cut or De-pin all the wires in the 4 pin connector. Cut the wires that go into the 2 Pin Connector. Cut the green wire back as it will not be used.
4. Locate the FEMALE JDM distributor plug off of the JDM harness you received with the motor set.
5. Insert the pins or connect the wires (USDM hanres) for the yel/grn, black and Yellow wire into their coresponding sports on the diagram / picture.
7. Cut the wiring that goes into the timing case on the USDM H22 Engine for the TDC signal and CKP Signal. You should have 4 wires that plug in near the alternator. The 4 wire colors are green, red, blue and white. Extend all of these wires about 12inches so that they will reach over to the JDM distributor plug. Using the same color wire will make this much less confusing.
8. Connect the 4 wires that origionally ran into the timing case for the TDC and CKP signals to the FEMALE JDM Distributor plug as shown in the diagram / picture. (Green, Red, Blue & White Wires) Some of the JDM harnesses will have the exact wire colors already coming out of the plug for this.
9. After everything is wired up the distributor female plug should be from the JDM harness and look like this in the picture. Plug it into the distributor and you are done. ** Please note, the wires coming directly out of the JDM distributor casing will not match the colors of the wirng that is in the pictures below.
Picture 2 - JDM Distributor plug wired with all signals wired.
When installing a Apexi Power FC D-Jetro into an SR20DET powered car you will need to wire in a IAT ( Intake Air Temp ) sensor into the factory ECU's wiring harness. We are posting this because with a lot of these ECU's being purchased second hand, the manual sometimes does not come with it.
The Apexi IAT sensor harness has 2 wires. 1 Red and 1 Brown.
Run the BROWN wire into a ground coming from the ECU ( any solid black wire in the ECU loom ) or ground it to the chassis.
The RED wire from the IAT sensor should be wired into PIN#26 on the pinout above. In some cases you will need to add a pin to this location. If there is a wire here, cut it and splice your red wire into the ECU.
*Be sure you are reading the pinout correctly. Pin#3 should have a Yellow/Red wire coming from it. Pin#16 and #20 should have White Wires coming from it.


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TV Chef Sara Moulton to Headline 30th WSRE Wine & Food Classic
Pensacola, Fla., May 30, 2018 — The traditional anniversary gift for celebrating 30 years is the pearl, so it is fitting that the theme for WSRE's 30th Wine & Food Classic is "Pirates, Pinot & Pearls." Celebrity television chef Sara Moulton will headline the weekend-long event, which will also spotlight local chefs and restaurants during the annual walkabout tasting on Friday, Oct. 19 and a dinner event on Saturday, Oct. 20 at the Hilton Pensacola Beach.
So Gourmet & Kitchenry is presenting sponsor of the WSRE Wine & Food Classic and will host a book signing featuring Moulton and her latest cookbook, "Home Cooking 101: How to Make Everything Taste Better," on Sunday, Oct. 21.
Moulton's TV career began as a young protégée of Julia Child on the set of "Julia Child & More Company" on PBS and later on "Good Morning America," where she in time became food editor. She was a central personality on the Food Network during its first decade, and is now herself a star on PBS, having launched a new season of "Sara's Weeknight Meals" in September 2017.
The "Pirates, Pinot & Pearls" theme is also a nod to WSRE's licensee since 1967, as Pensacola State College sports teams and fans are known as the Pirates.
Go to wsre.org/wineandfood or call 850-484-1054 for event and sponsorship information.
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Regular aerobic exercise boosts memory area of brain in older women
Twice weekly routine may help to slow down advance of dementia, say researchers
Regular aerobic exercise seems to boost the size of the area of the brain (hippocampus) involved in verbal memory and learning among women whose intellectual capacity has been affected by age, indicates a small study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
The hippocampus has become a focus of interest in dementia research because it is the area of the brain involved in verbal memory and learning, but it is very sensitive to the effects of ageing and neurological damage.
The researchers tested the impact of different types of exercise on the hippocampal volume of 86 women who said they had mild memory problems, known as mild cognitive impairment - and a common risk factor for dementia.
All the women were aged between 70 and 80 years old and were living independently at home.
Roughly equal numbers of them were assigned to either twice weekly hour long sessions of aerobic training (brisk walking); or resistance training, such as lunges, squats, and weights; or balance and muscle toning exercises, for a period of six months.
The size of their hippocampus was assessed at the start and the end of the six month period by means of an MRI scan, and their verbal memory and learning capacity was assessed before and afterward using a validated test (RAVLT).
Only 29 of the women had before and after MRI scans, but the results showed that the total volume of the hippocampus in the group who had completed the full six months of aerobic training was significantly larger than that of those who had lasted the course doing balance and muscle toning exercises.
No such difference in hippocampal volume was seen in those doing resistance training compared with the balance and muscle toning group.
However, despite an earlier finding in the same sample of women that aerobic exercise improved verbal memory, there was some evidence to suggest that an increase in hippocampal volume was associated with poorer verbal memory.
This suggests that the relationship between brain volume and cognitive performance is complex, and requires further research, say the authors.
But at the very least, aerobic exercise seems to be able to slow the shrinkage of the hippocampus and maintain the volume in a group of women who are at risk of developing dementia, they say.
And they recommend regular aerobic exercise to stave off mild cognitive decline, which is especially important, given the mounting evidence showing that regular exercise is good for cognitive function and overall brain health, and the rising toll of dementia.
Worldwide, one new case of dementia is diagnosed every four seconds, with the number of those afflicted set to rise to more than 115 million by 2050, they point out.
[Aerobic exercise increases hippocampal volume in older women with probable mid cognitive impairment: a 6 month randomised controlled trial Online First doi 10.1136/bjsports-2013-093184]
Stephanie Burns
sburns@bmj.com


Did you know that 70% of Americans would prefer to be self-employed?
And digital products…such as ebooks are a way to do that.
Today more than ever people are wanting to get away from the day-to-day grind, the hustle and bustle of the 9-5 life. They want to work from the comfort of their own home…to have more freedom. But how do you make ends meet?
Have you ever wondered that? How in the world are people making money online working from home?
There are certainly tons of different ways to make money online, but creating and selling your own ebooks is the ONLY surefire way of making a passive income with the highest return.
You could do affiliate marketing, but even a good return would be only around 50% of your sales.
Then of course there is ecommerce and drop shipping, where your return may be 25-30%.
And let's not forget about all those website hustles…you know websites that pay you $5-$20 per day to fill out forms and surveys.
Maybe some of those sound good to you and that's fine. But with ebooks you get 100% of your profits. And you only need to do the work once. You create your book, put it out there, and start earning a passive income.
…and now is actually the very best time to create and sell ebooks.
According to Statista revenue in the eBooks segment is predicted to grow to $12,754 million in 2019 and $14,125 million by 2023. Not only that, but the number of ebook users is on a steady rise as well with estimated growth to 850 million by 2023.
E-book reading is a big deal and it's going to continue to be even bigger," said James L. McQuivey, a digital media analyst at Forrester Research.
…it's a good time to be an ebook author!
Never have ebooks been so widely accepted and enjoyed by such a large and vast range of people.
In part this is due to the growth of digital devices, such as tablets, laptops, and mobile phones…all of which are portable making it extremely easy to read ebooks.
And we certainly cannot forget the influence and popularity of the Kindle ebook reader.
Did you know that Amazon has sold more digital books than hard copy books since 2010 thanks to Kindle? And these appeal to a huge audience that include: commuters, students, retirees, and stay-at-home moms just to name a few.
Currently, there are over 4.3 million ebooks available in the US through Amazon and this number is increasing all the time.
Whether you work 9-5 in a corporate job or are a stay-at-home mom, there's a book in you!
Think about your hobbies, passions, interests and knowledge that you already have.
Still not sure. Start with a topic that you've always wanted to learn more about. Then write about what you have learned.
If ebooks are so great what's the problem?
Shouldn't we all just start writing ebooks and wait for the passive income to roll in…wouldn't it be great if it was just that easy?
Well the truth is that most writers when they are first starting out they tend to idealize ebook writing or just writing in general. They write only when inspired, rather than to a schedule with tight timelines. They see it as more of a creative art, rather than a business. Don't get me wrong inspiration is important and of course writing is a creative art, but it weighs just as heavily as the business side.
And then theirs the problem of writing about a topic that you know nothing about. Oh…and did I mention assuming that there is an audience for what you are writing. This is a huge mistake and one that can be very costly. Without doing the proper market research you may be wasting a lot of time and effort with little to no return.
Coming up with great ideas for ebooks can also be extremely challenging making it easy to keep putting it off until tomorrow. And well we all know how that ends…tomorrow just never comes.
…and what about marketing and design?
Maybe you have already written your book. Maybe writing is not your problem at all. But what do you do when you are finished the writing?
You see when it comes to creating ebooks there are three moving parts: the writing, the designing, and the marketing. And with most people one or two of these areas holds them back. What about you? Which area is holding you back?
What's stopping you? Does any of this sound familiar?
Let me ask you this…do you see yourself in any of the points below?
If you answered 'yes' to two or more of these then you are absolutely in the right place.
You need a system. One that you can replicate over and over again that keeps giving you results.
Thankfully, we have created a step-by-step course that will take you from topic generation to selling your ebooks. And finally making that passive income you have always dreamed about.
eBook Masterclass is an online course that takes you through all of the steps needed to create and market an ebook. It's developed by the team at eBooksTraffic who specialize in helping authors, entrepreneurs, and small businesses leverage ebooks to grow their revenue.
In this course, you'll learn how to create and sell your ebook even if you do not want to write a single word yourself. You'll learn about design and how to create an eye catching cover that will stand out from the masses. Plus, well cover the importance of picking the right title that peaks the interest of potential buyers.
Most importantly, you'll learn about marketing your ebook for maximum conversions and sales while tapping into your largest possible audience. And lastly, we'll explore the benefits of converting your book to physical print to sell even more.
This course is delivered in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step format that even a newbie can follow. And because the whole process is systematized, there's nothing to stop you from repeating the steps again and again to exponentially increase your income!
So whether you are looking to make a bit of money on the side, wanting to become a known author, or maybe even build a full fledged publishing business…eBook Masterclass is where you start!
Who is eBook Masterclass For?
Anyone who is looking to earn passive income or wanting to grow their existing business with an additional stream of income.
Take care of the design and marketing yourself.
Get more traffic by sharing ebooks on social media.
Create lead magnets to build your mailing list.
Turn your projects into ebooks to get more contacts.
Leverage your business online to get more customers.
Build your client base with stunning ebooks.
Turn your lesson plans into ebooks to help your students.
Create ebooks from your show notes and increase subscribers.
Delivered in a private members area. Access 24/7 so you can learn at your own pace.
You get the 'How to Make Money With eBooks' training guide that walks you through the entire process step-by-step. With over 16 thousand words of actionable content you will learn exactly what you need to do to create a profitable ebook.
Accelerate your learning by following along with the over-the-shoulder video tutorials. Instant access to 10 studio quality videos recorded in high definition. These videos show you the tools, techniques, and strategies for writing, outsourcing and selling your ebook.
You also get a checklist that you can use to make sure that you do not forget any of the steps. Additional, information has been included in this guide to help you further maximize your profits and to ensure that you are getting the most out of your ebook. Plus, we've included a helpful mindmap that serves as a roadmap for your project.
This course is self paced. Learn on your own time and work through the lessons until you feel comfortable implementing them.
How to get over the writer's block and finally write your ebook from start to finish.
Where to outsource your ebook creation if you don't want to write it yourself.
How to choose an ebook title that appeals to your market so you can make even more sales.
How to design a cover that sells or where to outsource your cover design.
How to price your ebook. Get this wrong and … the difference between having a business or a hobby.
How to format and edit your ebook. We've even included Kindle guidelines.
Where to market your ebook for maximum sales.
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I tear up small square pieces of paper. Let's not be overly ambitious and begin a project we're unlikely to finish.
Small art, here we come. I get out the watercolour Brilliants. The set of 12 and the set of 24.
Let's each start on one piece of paper with the common theme of CIRCLE. Let's paint for ten minutes, then pass it on. Ruby, Jennie and I begin. We do a round-robin.
Paint, pass it on. Paint, pass it on until each paper morsel contains the contribution of each person, then returns to the originator for finishing off.
Let's repeat the process. What will our theme be? The SQUARE. Ooo that's a challenge for a circle-spiral-swerve-curve artist such as myself. But hey – the Pass it On process is ripe with challenge already.
What if you want to spend longer than your ten minutes on each piece?
What if you don't like to be rushed with your art?
What if the person before you has filled up the space and there's no room to add anything?
What if you dislike what someone else has done to your original piece?
Somehow, each of us runs with the exuberant or painstaking rhythm of individual yet collective art. Somehow, each of us accommodates to the challenges.
Somehow, in this contained collaborative creative endeavour, each of us finds a measure of delight and inventiveness.
And look what we've made together!
Including one fairytale window with its own flower-torch light source. A little bit of bloomin art.
three art hearts are better than one.
Here's a link to Mental Health Month, by the way.
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Thank you, Gallivanta. It's always a treat to read your comments. Art-making together can be simple and accessible. This is what I find: It's generally easier to NOT do it and to keep reproducing existing patterns of relating, then when you do make the effort for a bit of creative connection, it repays you in spades. Provides fresh air. What do you think? (not that my relationship with my niece or sister needs freshening, but hopefully you know what I mean).
Sally M, dear fabulous creative woman, that is the BEST story. On many levels. One level: finding the courage and the entry points to facing the Scary Blank Canvas monster. Another level: finding creative approaches to engage both your mum and your dad together in a positive, expressive experience – facilitating connection amongst the three of you in gentle yet powerful yet playful ways. Oh. My. Goddess. Clever, inspired one – keep up the good play. And don't underestimate the beauty and strength in what you offer.


Imagine having one pair of trousers to last you until the end of time. That's more or less the position I found myself in recently. Moving up north wasn't an option.
Lowe Alpine used to make a garment they called powerstretch tights, sold in outdoorsy-type shops. The big advantages they had over their cycling equivalent were they were stretchy but not shiny, they didn't conform to every bulge and hollow, and they had pockets. They were my work clothes for the bike. My last pair has lasted over a decade of often daily use. They're still going, but have a constellation of holes in the knees, and more alarmingly, the saddle area is gossamer thin.
Anyway, they're discontinued except for a bastardised model that comes up when you google. For a while now I've been wondering what to do when mine finally give out, aside from hide behind the nearest hedge. To prepare for this I started wearing regular trousers on my rides. Hardly ideal, but I've been here before. Cycling shorts* just don't do it for me. I don't need or want padding, and don't care to be hugged by my clothes.
This story has a reasonably happy ending. It turns out my wife had a pair she never wore much and which were therefore in excellent condition. I accidentally put them on one day as they were drapped next to mine over a chair we use as a closet. Not a great fit, she's got lovely long legs it won't do to go on about here; however, after securing transfer of title, close enough to prompt me to call a tailor in London.
I felt a bit ridiculous carrying my powerstretch past the wedding taffetta in the window, but Arias – after my fitting I feel close enough to be on a first name basis – didn't bat an eyelid. A few days later I had my bespoke tights (the American in me has to be forcibly restrained from calling them 'pants'), and hopefully at least another ten years before I have to worry about this again.