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  • 13. Embodying Archetypal Masculinity and Femininity

    13. Embodying Archetypal Masculinity and Femininity
    2024/09/24

    In this episode, Daniel and Krista explore the concept of embodying archetypal masculinity and femininity. They discuss the difference between societal labels of gender and the timeless truth of archetypal energies. They explain that archetypes are universal energies that exist within all individuals, and that embodying these energies can lead to greater wholeness. They also discuss the shadow side of these archetypal energies, such as toxic masculinity and disempowered femininity. They emphasize the importance of integrating both masculine and feminine energies for balance and personal growth. In this conversation, Krista and Daniel discuss the integration and embodiment of masculine and feminine energies. They explore the importance of understanding and balancing these energies in our lives and relationships. They discuss the role of stories and archetypes in this process, using examples like King Arthur and Sleeping Beauty. They also suggest various practices for integrating and embodying these energies, such as mindfulness, dream work, creativity, exercise, attuning to the natural world, and somatic work. They emphasize the transformative power of this work and invite listeners to explore and share their experiences.


    Takeaways

    Archetypes are universal energies that exist within all individuals.

    Embodying archetypal energies can lead to greater wholeness.

    Toxic masculinity and disempowered femininity are the shadow side of these archetypal energies.

    Integrating both masculine and feminine energies is important for balance and personal growth. Understanding and balancing masculine and feminine energies is important for personal growth and healthy relationships.

    Stories and archetypes can provide insights into these energies and help us understand ourselves better.

    Practices like mindfulness, dream work, creativity, exercise, and somatic work can aid in integrating and embodying these energies.

    The integration of masculine and feminine energies can lead to deeper connections, personal transformation, and a more balanced and fulfilling life.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction: Embodying Archetypal Masculinity and Femininity

    01:27 Defining Masculine and Feminine Energies

    05:02 The Shadow Side: Toxic Masculinity and Disempowered Femininity

    10:44 Integration and Balance for Personal and Collective Growth

    17:35 Exploring Archetypal Masculinity and Femininity in Stories and Myths

    35:06 Exploring the archetypal representations in stories

    38:22 Integrating and embodying archetypal energies

    39:02 Practices for integration and embodiment

    43:48 Dream work and the collective unconscious

    48:16 Developing mindfulness and awareness

    51:06 Creativity and embodiment through music and art

    53:32 Rituals and attunement to the natural world

    01:01:03 The transformative impact of integration and embodiment

    01:03:28 Closing thoughts and invitation for exploration


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    Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Fertile Dark Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@fertiledark.com


    Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery!


    Disclaimer:

    The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.
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  • 12. Sacred Passages: Death Doulas Round Table part 2

    12. Sacred Passages: Death Doulas Round Table part 2
    2024/09/17

    In this roundtable discussion, the hosts and guests explore the topics of caring for others in the space of death and dying, the role of humor in the grieving process, and how to navigate relationships with dying loved ones. They emphasize the importance of meeting the dying person where they are and respecting their wishes, whether they are open to discussing death or not. They also discuss the healing power of laughter and finding points of connection with dying loved ones. The guests share personal experiences and offer insights on how to approach these sensitive situations with curiosity and authenticity. The conversation explores the themes of acceptance, rebranding death, and practicing grief and loss. The speakers discuss the importance of accepting death as a natural part of life and embracing the unknown. They share personal experiences and practices that help them cultivate acceptance and navigate the fear and anxiety associated with death. They also emphasize the need for love, kindness, and connection in the face of death. The conversation concludes with each speaker sharing a practice or perspective that can help individuals come to a place of acceptance.


    Takeaways

    Meet the dying person where they are and respect their wishes

    Humor can be a powerful tool in the grieving process

    Find points of connection with dying loved ones

    Approach difficult conversations with curiosity and authenticity Accepting death as a natural part of life can help alleviate fear and anxiety.

    Rebranding death as a counselor or a friend can shift our perspective and make it more approachable.

    Practicing grief and loss in daily life can help us come to a place of acceptance without shutting ourselves down.

    Visualizing the end of life and working backwards can help us identify our sacred purpose and live a meaningful life.

    Recording happy moments and cultivating joy can bring more fulfillment and meaning to our lives.

    Love, kindness, and connection are essential in navigating death and grief.


    Chapters

    00:00 Rituals and Humor

    02:11 The Power of Humor and Lightness

    03:25 Finding Joy in the Dying Process

    05:11 Laughter as a Coping Mechanism

    05:58 Embracing Death and the Grim Reaper

    11:34 Laughter and Healing

    25:14 The Non-Linear Dance of Accepting Death

    26:40 Befriending Death: The Glam Reaper

    28:59 Practices for Accepting Death

    42:40 Love, Kindness, Connection, and Community in Navigating Grief and Death

    45:54 Introduction and Gratitude

    46:18 Exploring Death and Grief


    Connect with us:

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thefertiledarkpodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Fertile Dark Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠fertiledark@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Connect with our guests:

    Caitlin: ⁠https://www.caitlinjemma.com⁠

    You're Going to Die: ⁠https://www.yg2d.com⁠

    Phoenix: ⁠https://www.cosmikplayground.com⁠

    Medicine We Carry Collective: ⁠https://medicinewecarry.org⁠

    Jainned: ⁠jainnedbmcdonnell@gmail.com⁠


    Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery!


    Disclaimer:

    The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.
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    47 分
  • 11.Sacred Passages: Death Doulas Round Table part 1

    11.Sacred Passages: Death Doulas Round Table part 1
    2024/09/10

    This roundtable discussion explores the themes of grief, death, and the role of community in supporting individuals through these experiences. The speakers discuss the need for rituals and spaces to process grief and loss, and the importance of being present with others in their journey. They highlight the transformative power of grief and the potential for personal growth and healing. The conversation also touches on the societal aversion to death and the potential for a more accepting and compassionate culture. Overall, the speakers emphasize the value of community in providing support, witnessing, and companionship during times of grief and loss. The conversation explores the importance of community and support in times of grief and loss. Caitlin shares a personal story about her mother finding a community after her father's death, highlighting the need for connection and companionship. Phoenix emphasizes the practical aspects of support, such as cooking meals and offering assistance with everyday tasks. The conversation also touches on the need for open conversations about grief and the different types of grief that people experience. The speakers discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for discussing death and grief, using language that is comfortable for everyone involved. They also explore the power of ritual and the role of presence in supporting those who are dying. The conversation concludes with a discussion on how to prepare for and maintain presence in situations where grief is being shared, whether at a bedside or in a public event.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Experimentation

    05:54 The Importance of Caring for Others in Grief and Dying

    07:53 Companionship and Tending in Grief

    11:17 Dealing with Logistics and Moving Towards Deeper Levels of Grief

    15:51 Grief and Love: Intertwined and Transformative

    18:31 Accepting Death: A Path to a More Meaningful Life

    22:20 The Role of Community in the Healing Process

    26:17 Creating Spaces and Communities for Honoring Loss

    34:47 The Importance of Community

    35:36 Opening Up Conversations

    36:02 The Power of Presence

    37:54 Creating Language and Spaces

    38:41 The Transformative Nature of Grief

    39:14 Rituals and Humor

    01:01:26 Engaging with The Fertile Dark


    Connect with us:

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@thefertiledarkpodcast ⁠⁠⁠

    Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠The Fertile Dark Podcast ⁠⁠⁠

    Email: ⁠⁠⁠fertiledark@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠


    Connect with our guests:

    Caitlin: https://www.caitlinjemma.com

    You're Going to Die: https://www.yg2d.com

    Phoenix: https://www.cosmikplayground.com

    Medicine We Carry Collective: https://medicinewecarry.org

    Jainned: jainnedbmcdonnell@gmail.com


    Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery!


    Disclaimer:

    The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.
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  • 10. The Spiral Path: Transforming Society through Integral Growth

    10. The Spiral Path: Transforming Society through Integral Growth
    2024/09/03

    The conversation explores the concept of Spiral Dynamics, which is a model of human development that describes different stages of consciousness and worldviews. The stages are represented by different colors, starting from beige at the lowest level of development to yellow at the highest level. The conversation discusses the characteristics and challenges of each stage, as well as the process of moving from one stage to another. It emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, curiosity, and community support in the journey of personal and collective growth.


    Takeaways

    Spiral Dynamics is a model of human development that describes different stages of consciousness and worldviews.

    Each stage is represented by a different color, starting from beige at the lowest level of development to yellow at the highest level.

    Moving from one stage to another requires self-compassion, curiosity, and community support.

    The journey of personal and collective growth involves integrating and transcending previous stages of development.

    Understanding Spiral Dynamics can help us have more compassion and curiosity towards others and ourselves.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Spiral Dynamics

    04:42 Exploring the Stages of Development

    09:56 The Shift from Individual to Collective

    14:43 The Focus on Community and Equality

    17:58 Moving Towards Integration and Multiple Perspectives

    35:29 Hierarchy and Power Dynamics

    37:33 Moving from Orange to Green

    39:43 Moving from Green to Yellow

    42:54 The Importance of Curiosity

    01:00:25 The Spiral Wizard


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    Facebook: ⁠⁠The Fertile Dark Podcast ⁠⁠

    Email: ⁠⁠fertiledark@gmail.com ⁠⁠


    Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery!


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    The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.
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    1 時間 11 分
  • 9. Journey to the Soul's Home: Finding Your Place in the World

    9. Journey to the Soul's Home: Finding Your Place in the World
    2024/08/27

    In this episode, Daniel and Krista discuss the topic of finding one's place in the world and connecting to the deepest part of oneself. They share personal experiences and challenges related to soul purpose and identity. They explore the idea of soul as life energy or essence and the importance of self-reflection, intuition, and creative expression in gaining insights about oneself. They also discuss the cultural pressure to have a single job or career defining one's purpose and the need for a more holistic and ecological view of soul and purpose. The conversation explores the importance of accessing intuition and the knowing self, which brings a sense of excitement and juiciness. It emphasizes the significance of changing our relationship with the world and others, finding healthy interactions, and generating life between and with others. The conversation also highlights the journey of self-discovery and belonging, moving from individual uniqueness to finding connection through respecting differences. It discusses the role of gatekeepers and the need to listen to their voices while also challenging their limiting beliefs. The conversation emphasizes the value of patience, side journeys, and addressing shadow material in the quest for self-development. It concludes with the reminder that belonging and connecting with the world around us are essential for embodying and expressing our soul in the world.


    Sound Bites

    "The soul's direction, the soul's journey is a great topic to explore as I'm going through this."

    "Our culture doesn't really give this idea of a flow of progression."

    "How can my conscious construct of self be a vehicle for something that is deeper?"

    "I miss that access. When I don't feel like I have access to that side of myself, that intuitive self, that knowing self, I miss it so much and I feel like it's like a little secret passageway to where I can get there more quickly."

    "It's so powerful. I love that. It's juicy, right? It's so rich."

    "I can have healthy interactions and feel like there's life generated between and with others."


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Welcoming the Co-host

    02:15 Challenges in Finding Soul Direction

    04:27 The Shift from Persona to Self

    07:00 Belonging and the Pressure to Know

    09:25 Identifying and Accepting Strengths

    10:43 The Power of Creative Expression

    13:43 The Concept of Soul and Its Ecological Nature

    17:24 Soul as a Location within a Greater Context

    21:14 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Choosing What Aligns

    24:12 Accessing Intuition and the Right Brain

    26:41 Insights through Nature and Creative Expression

    30:30 The Juiciness of the Journey and the Pandora's Box of Self-Discovery

    32:18 From Fitting In to Belonging: Finding Our Tribe

    34:42 Gatekeepers: Challenging Limiting Beliefs

    48:00 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Finding Belonging


    Connect with us:

    Instagram: ⁠@thefertiledarkpodcast ⁠

    Facebook: ⁠The Fertile Dark Podcast ⁠

    Email: ⁠fertiledark@gmail.com ⁠


    Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery!


    Disclaimer:

    The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.
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    55 分
  • 8. Singing the Song of Grief w/Caitlin Jemma

    8. Singing the Song of Grief w/Caitlin Jemma
    2024/08/21
    Caitlin Jemma, a singer-songwriter and counseling psychology student, discusses the power of music as medicine and the role of vulnerability in healing. She shares her personal journey of using music to heal from childhood trauma and connect with others. Caitlin emphasizes the importance of creating safe spaces for vulnerability and the transformative nature of grief. She describes her experience of forgiveness and how it has shaped her relationships. Caitlin sees grief as an initiation point that allows for personal growth and the opportunity to hold space for others. In this conversation, Caitlin and Dan discuss the fear of losing interest in therapy and the importance of facing uncomfortable emotions. They explore the concept of disinterest as an invitation to look deeper within oneself and the connection between disconnection from oneself and avoidance of emotions. They share personal experiences of finding peace with grief and the nonlinear nature of the grieving process. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries in relationships and finding support from higher powers or spiritual figures. Caitlin shares her journey of creating art and music as a way to navigate grief and find healing. Keywords music as medicine, vulnerability, healing, childhood trauma, safe spaces, grief, forgiveness, initiation, personal growth, therapy, fear, disinterest, invitation, connection, grief, peace, boundaries, support, art, music, healing Takeaways Music can be a powerful tool for healing and connecting with others. Creating safe spaces for vulnerability is essential for personal growth and healing. Grief can be an initiation point that leads to transformation and a deeper understanding of oneself and others. Forgiveness is a powerful act that can bring peace and healing to relationships. Being present and accepting of discomfort allows for deeper connections and personal growth. Disinterest in therapy can be an invitation to look deeper within oneself and explore uncomfortable emotions. Avoiding emotions and disconnection from oneself can lead to a lack of enthusiasm and feeling disconnected from life. The grieving process is nonlinear, and it is important to allow oneself to feel and process emotions at their own pace. Setting boundaries in relationships can be necessary for self-care and healing. Art and music can be powerful tools for navigating grief and finding healing. Sound Bites "Music is medicine" "Vulnerability gives others permission to be vulnerable" "Vulnerability is a skill that can be learned" "It tends to look like disinterest when it's more like an invitation." "In looking away from the invitation, I'm actually looking away from myself." "When I allow myself to feel, my enthusiasm doubles." Chapters 00:00 Music as Medicine 05:46 The Power of Vulnerability 10:46 Creating Safe Spaces 26:04 The Journey of Forgiveness 37:13 The Perspective of Limited Time 43:08 The Fear of Losing Interest 43:42 Looking Away from the Invitation 44:18 Creating Space for Tension 45:07 Increasing Enthusiasm through Digging Deeper 50:49 Living a Fulfilled Life 01:00:38 Meeting the Need for Caregiving 01:08:43 The Birth of the Glam Reaper 01:13:29 Chasing the Light Connect with us: Check out Caitlin's work: https://www.caitlinjemma.com/ Instagram: @thefertiledarkpodcast Facebook: The Fertile Dark Podcast Email: fertiledark@gmail.com Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery! Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.
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    1 時間 17 分
  • 7. The Wisdom of Dreams: Unlocking the Depths of the Unconscious

    7. The Wisdom of Dreams: Unlocking the Depths of the Unconscious
    2024/07/16
    Dreams are windows into the unconscious and connections to the spiritual realm. They have played a significant role in various cultures and traditions throughout history. Dreams offer profound insights and wisdom, serving as mirrors reflecting the soul's landscape. They can provide guidance, healing, and transformation. Working with dreams involves keeping a dream journal, recording the details and associated feelings, and exploring the symbols and messages through personal association and amplification. Engaging with dreams allows us to uncover hidden truths, foster personal growth, and align with our true purpose. Keywords dreams, unconscious, spirituality, wisdom, cultures, traditions, guidance, healing, transformation, symbols, messages, personal growth, purpose Takeaways Dreams serve as windows into the unconscious and connections to the spiritual realm. Dreams have played a significant role in various cultures and traditions throughout history. Working with dreams involves keeping a dream journal, recording details and associated feelings, and exploring symbols and messages through personal association and amplification. Engaging with dreams allows us to uncover hidden truths, foster personal growth, and align with our true purpose. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Wisdom of Dreams 03:00 Dreams Across Cultures and Traditions 11:16 Carl Jung and the Psychological Significance of Dreams 17:58 Working with Dreams for Personal Growth and Healing 19:52 Practical Tips for Dream Work 27:08 Conclusion and Call to Action Connect with us: Instagram: @thefertiledarkpodcast Facebook: The Fertile Dark Podcast Email: fertiledark@gmail.com Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery! Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition.
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    28 分
  • 6. Creating Sacred Spaces w/Jessica Arburn: Designing Environments to Reflect and Empower Your Soul's Purpose

    6. Creating Sacred Spaces w/Jessica Arburn: Designing Environments to Reflect and Empower Your Soul's Purpose
    2024/06/25
    In this episode, Daniel and Jess Arburn discuss the importance of intentional space design and creating sacred spaces. They explore the intersection of human design and the intentional creation of space, emphasizing the need for spaces that reflect and support one's authentic self. Jess explains how human design can be used to understand oneself and make decisions about space design. They also discuss the transformation from performative design to transformative design, where spaces become sanctuaries that nurture the spirit and elevate the soul. Creating sacred space is a transformative process that allows us to tap into our true selves and find our purpose. It involves understanding our needs and desires, and intentionally designing our environment to reflect and support them. By starting small and focusing on a specific corner or area, we can begin to create a sanctuary that brings us joy, inspiration, and a sense of safety. This practice can extend to our relationships and community, as we invite others into our sacred space and honor the sacredness of their spaces as well. Ultimately, creating sacred space is a way to connect with our purpose and live a more intentional and fulfilling life. Disclaimer The content provided in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition. Keywords sacred spaces, intentional space design, human design, authentic self, transformation, sanctuary spaces, sacred space, transformative, purpose, needs, desires, intentional design, sanctuary, joy, inspiration, safety, relationships, community, connection, intentional living Takeaways Intentional space design involves curating and creating spaces with purpose and intention, considering how the space will be used and who will be using it. Human design can be used to understand oneself and make decisions about space design, taking into account energy type, aura, decision-making process, and cosmic imprint. Transformative design goes beyond aesthetics and focuses on creating spaces that reflect and support one's authentic self, allowing for personal growth and transformation. Creating a sanctuary space involves translating feelings and needs into physical design elements, and incorporating intention and ritual into the design process. Creating sacred space is a transformative process that allows us to tap into our true selves and find our purpose. Start small and focus on a specific corner or area to create a sanctuary that brings joy, inspiration, and a sense of safety. Extend the practice of creating sacred space to our relationships and community, honoring the sacredness of others' spaces. Creating sacred space is a way to connect with our purpose and live a more intentional and fulfilling life. Sound Bites "Intentional design is to really go a little bit deeper, think about how you're using the space, what it's for, and the meaning for every individual that's going to be in it." "Human design is to understand yourself from a perspective of your strategies, your energy type, your aura, how you receive your environment, how you make decisions, how you show up in the world." "Creating a sanctuary space is about creating a safe space that reflects and supports your authentic self, allowing for personal growth and transformation." "If we're not operating in a heart space when we're talking about your space, then we're not going to hit what we need." "What makes me feel safe, inspired, expansive?" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Importance of Creating Sacred Spaces 01:27 Understanding Intentional Space Design 08:52 From Performative to Transformative Design 14:32 Transitioning from Performative to Transformative Design 22:04 Creating Timeless Spaces 25:51 The Felt Sense of a Transformative Space 28:21 The Sacredness of Space and the Role of Ritual 31:21 Designing Spaces that Reflect and Support Authenticity 32:13 The Power of Sacred Spaces 39:59 Moving from the Headspace to the Heartspace 45:40 Giving Purpose Some Space 53:55 Creating a Ripple Effect of Sacredness Connect with us: Om Your Life Design: @omyourlife_design Instagram: @thefertiledarkpodcast Facebook: The Fertile Dark Podcast Email: fertiledark@gmail.com Subscribe, rate, and review The Fertile Dark on your favorite podcast platform. Share your thoughts and questions with us for future episodes. Let's continue exploring ways to enrich our lives on the journey of personal transformation and self-discovery!
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