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What Dying Taught Me About Living by Scott Drummond With Sandy Ponton Amazon.com Graciescott.org What Dying Taught Me About Living I was dead for 20 minutes…this is what I saw. -Scott Drummond Check out my video on YouTube by scanning the QR code below. It has been named, “Most Watched Near Death Experience of All Time,” with over 21 million views. The glory of the Lord appeared in the cloud. (Exodus 16:10) It was like the twinkling of an eye. Suddenly, I was standing in an open field of waist-high grass. It was unique in that the field didn’t behave like a normal field of grass. It didn’t blow with the wind. In fact, there was no wind to blow the grass, not even a breeze. Instead, it was as if each separate blade was its own entity with its own personality or soul that chose to flow toward me. I remember reaching my arms out to my sides, running my hands along the tops of the grass, and feeling something so special. It was like each gold-tipped blade was…full of love. I could feel the love coming from the grass. While standing in the field, the guide who had taken me there admonished me to never look back. It was okay to look to the left and to the right, but I couldn’t look back. The view in front of me was panoramic. I could see far to the left and far to the right, but the things in front of me were close as if I was standing inside a panoramic photograph. On my far left were trees-giant pillars with huge trunks that seemed to lead me toward what was in front of me. There were no branches going up the trunk, but I could see lots of leaves at the top, beautiful leaves. They were in brilliant greens, reds, and yellows. Each leaf had a sort of iridescent gold underside. And the trunk wasn’t the sort of dirty brown we see here either. It was a beautiful brown color edged in gold. Between me and the forest were tall wildflowers. Normally, to see each bloom of a rose bush, you’d need to walk around it, but in this case, each colorful flower-and its leaves-faced toward me. The flowers came up to about my waist, and their faces followed me as I progressed through the field. I have never experienced love come from flowers, plants, or trees. But I felt like all of it was alive! Alive with love. And it gave me so much peace. It was like each individual living thing imparted energy charged with unconditional love, support, and encouragement. Directly in front of me were clouds against a vibrant blue sky. When I saw bioluminescence for the first time, I felt it was the closest thing to what I saw. Then leading me up to the clouds was a sort of mist or fog, just like stairs leading to the stoop of a house. None of the clouds moved, as there wasn’t any wind. Directly in front of me was a huge, beautiful cloud that was unique to the rest. Rays from behind the cloud shot toward me, just like the grass and flowers. The cloud itself was a pearly iridescent color that I can only describe as…pure and extremely bright. In this place, there was no fear, no judgment, and no pain. Only love. Pure, unconditional love. My life before this was fraught with selfishness, greed, and a relentless drive for success in business. What I learned most from my experience is to not look back. Don’t look back at what you’ve done in your life. Take a good look at your life as it is today, right now. And start looking toward the future. We can change if we want to. If you want to make a difference, just be kind to somebody, be kind to a friend, a fellow worker, or a neighbor. Discover the reaction you get by being kind to them. Most people are very defensive, but there’s something about love that calms people down. This life isn’t about how much we make. It isn’t about prestige or power. It’s about the One. It’s about each life we can affect with love.

6 Jun 43min

The MARPE Advantage: Your Essential FAQ Guide to Skeletal Expansion, Airway Health, and Increasing your Clinical Value Kindle Edition by Dr. Jeremy Manuele Amazon.com Vegasorthodoc.com The One Book Every Airway-Focused Provider Needs to Read—Before Offering MARPE! Are you ready to confidently treat narrow arches, airway issues, and skeletal discrepancies—without surgery? The MARPE Advantage is your go-to FAQ guide for mastering Mini-Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE), one of the most powerful non-surgical tools in modern orthodontics. Whether you’re a general dentist, orthodontist, oral surgeon, periodontist, pediatric dentist, or airway-focused provider, this book gives you a clear roadmap to offer skeletal expansion with clinical clarity, greater predictability, and life-changing outcomes. Written in an easy-to-follow FAQ format by board certified orthodontist and airway advocate Dr. Jeremy Manuele, this guide answers the real questions providers face when considering MARPE—from how it works and who it’s for to how to avoid complications and build team alignment. You’ll discover: · The science behind MARPE and how it compares to traditional RPE and jaw surgery · How to identify ideal candidates using CBCT imaging and skeletal maturity · The biggest myths that hold providers back—and the facts that set you free · How to communicate the benefits to your team and your patients · Real case examples, clinical troubleshooting tips, and workflow strategies for success Whether you’re just learning about MARPE or ready to elevate your treatment protocols, this book provides the knowledge and confidence to make skeletal expansion a valuable part of your airway-focused care model.

6 Jun 35min

Private Affluence and Public Squalor: Social Injustice and Economic Misery in America Paul L Nevins Privateaffluenceandpublicsqualor.com Amazon.com Are the values that Americans collectively hold destroying the American Dream? The answer to that question depends upon the answers to some very specific questions. What do we as citizens of the United States believe we owe to one another as citizens? What is the purpose of government? What is of the role of the private enterprise? What is the meaning of equal opportunity? To what extent should purely economic concerns be regulated in the public interest? The answers to these questions reveal our values and define the role that each of us chooses to play as a participant in our country’s political and economic affairs. As the role of government in the economic life of the nation has become increasingly diminished, the effort to create a market economy that is unfettered by public oversight and regulation has emerged triumphant—to the detriment of the values that we should share as citizens.

4 Jun 39min

Stoicism For Dummies by Tom Morris, Gregory Bassham Tomvmorris.com Amazon.com The philosophy that will help you become more resilient in the face of life’s challenges Stoicism For Dummies will teach you the basic principles of stoic philosophy and show you how it can help you navigate the ups and downs of life. We all face challenges and setbacks, and, if we have the right mindset, we can sail through them with ease. This book offers a comprehensive look at Stoic philosophy, uncovering its strengths and attractions and shedding light on its limitations, both in the ancient world where it was developed, and in our world today. Learn how you can apply stoic principles for personal growth and better living, and how you can adapt this philosophical outlook to your unique circumstances. Written in terms anyone can understand, this friendly Dummies guide helps you understand stoicism, and also apply it in your life. Understand the basics of stoic philosophy, including virtues and practices Learn how to keep calm and carry on when life throws you curveballs Apply stoic principles to improve your relationships and quality of life Discover the history of stoicism and how its principles can apply to today’s world This book is great for anyone who wants to learn more about stoicism and its benefits.

3 Jun 50min

Mark the Bully Shark by Paula Ruth Jones Paularuthjones.com Amazon.com Mark is the toughest shark in the coral reef, chasing sea creatures and taking what he wants. But when he gets stuck in a hole with no one willing to help, he realizes his bullying has left him all alone. Desperate to escape, Mark makes a promise to change—but will the other sea animals believe him? This heartwarming children’s book teaches the power of kindness, friendship, and second chances. With fun underwater adventures and colorful illustrations, “Mark the Bully Shark” helps young readers understand the importance of treating others with respect. Perfect for kids who love ocean stories and valuable life lessons! The full-page illustrations really make the underwater world really come to life. It’s a great way to help kids understand the emotions in the story without needing to explain it all in words. – The Moving Words Review

3 Jun 25min

Manage Your Gaps: Reclaiming the Awesomeness of Management by Matthew D. Ley Amazon.com Ipnadvisors.com Manageyourgaps.com Management gets a bad rap. You don’t normally find social media posts of people professing “everyone can be a manager” and lauding their virtues. We save that stuff for the real heroes: the leaders and the doers. But what if we’ve gotten it wrong? What if we forgot something crucial? What if we’ve lost the ability to understand that management is awesome? In Manage Your Gaps: Reclaiming the Awesomeness of Management, author Matt Ley explores the three places most organizations get management wrong and describes how to bridge the gaps. In these pages you’ll learn: Management is not the junior varsity squad of leadership It is not a gold star for tenured or outstanding contributors The power of managers is their ability to be zero value add, non-leaders The answer to the question “If teamwork makes the dream work, what makes the team work?” The power of the EP!C Management™ model And many more examples of how managers and management bring sustainable value. Get ready to improve your profits and unleash the power of your people. Get ready to reclaim the awesomeness of management.

1 Jun 31min

Shattered to Mosaic: All the While Trusting God and walking with Jesus by Cynthia Kaitfors-Smith Amazon.com Newlifeinjoy.com I found after leaning on the Lord through grief and loss there truly is JOY after the storm. There is so much in life to celebrate through the word of God, the Joys and the Rainbows of our lives. I am a Christian gal, with the gift to gab, wonderful imagination, and a creative spirit. I would daydream my way through the school day. I was born and raised in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, I earned my BA in Psychology and MS in Marriage Family Therapy and a credential in School Counseling. Through my education, strong faith, trust in God, I healed from betrayal and divorce. As I grew in my personal relationship with Jesus Christ, I realized the importance of being more than a luke-warm Christian.

1 Jun 50min

Version 1.0.0 Supply Chain Ups and Downs by Kerim Kfuri Supplychainupsanddowns.com Amazon.com You’re a college student studying SCM or a supply chain management professional wanting more knowledge. This book is an essential guide to cross-border trade and supply chain management. Whether you’re just starting in the field or seeking to refresh your knowledge, this comprehensive book covers everything from A to Z, ensuring you’re equipped with the expertise needed for success. From prototyping to sustainability, explore every aspect of the supply chain journey, gaining insights that will elevate your understanding and impact. Focused on practical applications and real-world scenarios, this definitive guide is your go-to resource for mastering all facets of this dynamic, ever-changing industry. The journey begins with 20-year veteran Kfuri’s philosophy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of logistical components while spotlighting the delicate balance between suppliers and customers, akin to a lever’s dynamic ups and downs. For the first time, Kfuri reveals his three-pillar quality control management system, PPI Pyramid diagrams, and innovative Supply Chain Socio-Economics theory, each designed to explain and mitigate risks in mass production and SCM. About the author As a global entrepreneur, I am ever-curious, ever-growing, and ever-learning. Throughout my career, I have spearheaded numerous ventures that have significantly impacted the supply chain industry, all committed to innovation and excellence. I’m passionate about sharing my knowledge of this complex industry in classrooms with students studying supply chain management, at corporations and industry conferences.

1 Jun 32min