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‘Modern Family’ Star Sarah Hyland Has The Best Comeback To Bodyshamers With Emotional Must-Read Message

June 28, 2017 by Power of Positivity

Sadly, our culture today seems totally infatuated by how someone looks, or even doesn’t look. If you log on to any social media outlet, you’ll likely come across cruel comments that bash someone based on their outward appearance. If the comments are directed towards someone’s weight, it’s known as bodyshaming. This is an all-too-common practice in modern society. People get brave behind a keyboard, because they don’t have to look at the person in the eye. They’re protected by the veil of anonymity. However, this doesn’t mean that the comments don’t have an effect on the person they’re directed toward.

Because there is no face-to-face encounter, people often forget that there is a real, live human being looking at these comments, having to deal with the painful sting that bullying leaves behind.

However, Sarah Hyland from ‘Modern Family’ put an end to the comments people left about her being “too skinny” by being totally open and honest about her health struggles in the past year.

Sarah’s Story

Sarah Hyland is an American actress best known for her role as Haley Dunphy on the ABC sitcom Modern Family. She’s received many nominations and accolades for her performance in the show, such as sharing four Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series with her cast members and earning a Critics’ Choice Television Award nomination of Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

She’s appeared in many other movies, shows, and even a Broadway play and commercials, but her role on Modern Family has been the highlight of her career thus far.

She was diagnosed with kidney dysplasia as a child and received a kidney transplant in April 2012. Unfortunately, she’s had to deal with health problems in the past year or so of her life, which have driven her to bedrest for months at a time. As you might expect from someone on bedrest, she lost a lot of weight, and is currently trying to gain some back. No one should have to put up with bodyshamers, but when they began to attack Sarah’s appearance, she had an amazing comeback to silence them.

‘Modern Family’ Star Sarah Hyland Has The Best Comeback To Bodyshamers With Emotional Must-Read Message

Taken from her Twitter account, this is Sarah’s emotional message to her “haters”:

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You tell em, Sarah. If you’ve ever been the victim of bodyshaming, just remember that people’s words can’t hurt you unless you allow them to. Like Sarah said, don’t allow people’s often tactless words to change the outlook you have on yourself. After all, only your opinion of yourself matters at the end of the day.

On the other side of the coin, if you have ever put someone down because of their weight, remember that your words DO affect people, even if you can’t see their reactions personally. There’s never any good reason to shame someone because of their appearance. Period.

Body shaming can happen to anyone, whether you’re in the public eye or not. If you notice people bullying someone due to their weight (or any reason), stand up for them. Why? Because you would want them to do the same for you.

We should not tolerate bullying any longer, because it can have serious consequences on the victims, including suicide.

If we all lifted one another up and supported each other, imagine how different the world could be, whether we’re trying to lose, gain, or maintain weight.

Sources:
https://twitter.com/Sarah_Hyland/status/867476483505176576

5 Traits of A Star Child

June 25, 2017 by Power of Positivity

A Star Child is a unique living person who, unlike most of us, has special perceptive abilities. This metaphysical concept of a Star Child is sometimes called a Star Seed or an Old Soul. If you think you could be a Star Child, read about these five common traits that these highly aware individuals share.

5 Common Traits of A ‘Star Child’

1. They are empathic and aware.

Often the first to reach out in empathy, a Star Child commonly sees people who are hurting emotionally and want to help. These people act like observers of others rather than participants in conversations or activities that people engage in. As an observer, they are curious about people and especially how they love. These people
are sensitive to body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice that reveal more than words do.

2. They demonstrate wisdom beyond their years.

At a young age, people may have thought you were a genius due to the significant concepts you could easily understand. This is a common trait for Star Children because they have likely incarnated as a living being before this life. They understand things beyond their physical form and the limits of Earth.

3. A Star Child feels they do not belong on Earth

Feeling that you have more in common with fantasy creatures in fictional stories than you do with human beings is a common trait for Star Children. A Star Child may feel unaccepted by others because of their unusual thoughts and behavior. A Star Child is often a person who finds spiritual inspiration in the stories of aliens, vampire stories, and science fiction novels.

Researchers studying people involved in alternative spiritualities find that as people are selective about spirituality, they create new myths. A belief in Star Children can be seen as an alternative spirituality since this concept is not common in traditional religious paths.

4. A Star Child knows they have lived several past lives

The concept of reincarnation is something a Star Child is familiar with and may feel like they have lived several previous lives. Research Psychiatrist Ian Stevenson from the University of Virginia, investigated reports of Star Children who claimed to remember past lives. In over 2500 case studies, Stevenson documented each child’s statements and then identified the deceased person the child had memories of being in a past life. In each case, he verified facts about the dead person’s life that matched what the Star Child reported.

Swedish stem cell researchers found that the average age of cells in an adult body would be between 7 and 10 years. They say “Considering this sober evidence, we can understand that as we age, our bodily cells are replaced regularly. Hence, we have a constantly changing body. However, our consciousness of who we are, remains unchanging.“ In this sense, our consciousness is immortal, which means that it could possibly travel through many changing bodies in time. The researchers say “This is the rational explanation of reincarnation.”

5. A Star Child finds love everywhere.

A Star Child is often calm, smiling, and the first to hug a stranger in a world filled with unhappiness and frustrations. Unconditional love is all around for the Star Child, because they can see beyond the negative emotions people outwardly display when hurt.

A Star Child commonly uses their loving nature to help heal others around them. They have a high degree of emotional intelligence and they spread positive emotions to those who are being outwardly negative. As a result of the unconditional love they give to others, a Star Child receives unconditional love returned to them from all of those they help.

10 Behaviors That Build Trust In A Relationship

June 24, 2017 by Power of Positivity

“Most good relationships are built on mutual trust and respect.” – Mona Sutphen

Depending on the person and situation, the word trust can take on different meanings.

For example, a person with a good heart who has never experienced betrayal is far more likely to confide in someone who’s reeling from an abusive relationship. Situationally, in a business environment, trustworthiness may be harder to earn than in a personal relationship.

Nan S Russell, an educational psychologist, sums up the word ‘trust’: “People mean different things when they use the word trust. Ask five friends and you’ll get five definitions. (There) are various kinds of trust – confidence trust, competence trust, relationship trust, basic trust, authentic trust, organizational trust, self-trust, situational trust, and leadership trust – to name just a few.”

While trust may indeed be fluid by definition, there is one near-absolute truth: certain behaviors build trust faster than others.

Here are ten behaviors that can build trust quickly:

1. Admit your mistakes

Mistakes – everyone makes them, but not everyone owns up to them. But if your objective is to create trust, admitting when you’ve screwed up is not an option. Ever heard the adage “The coverup is worse than the crime?” Well, this is especially true when you’re seeking to establish a reputation for trustworthiness.

2. DWYSYWD

Do What You Say You Will Do. Consistent, dependable and reliable behavior is one of the most expeditious ways to earn trust. If you make a promise, keep your word and follow through to the best of your ability. Most of us try, but sometimes things fall through the cracks. Minimize these mistakes and you’ll quickly build trust.

3. Give trust

Commitment and trust is a reciprocal action. Ever seen the movie Meet the Parents? Robert Deniro’s character (Jack Burns) lectures Ben Stiller (Greg) on the “Burn’s Family Circle of Trust” which he prides himself on: “I keep nothing from you and you keep nothing from me – and round and round we go.”

Trust is like that (just less funny).

4. Listen mindfully

Mindfulness is observation without judgment. For illustrative purposes, think of the people you consider to be the most trustworthy in your life. The chances are that they’re willing to listen to you no matter your state of mind. Mindful (or active) listening is rare nowadays – a fact that makes the practice invaluable for establishing trust.

5. Show interest

Demonstrating interest helps build relationships and reinforce trust. Showing interest is also critical to developing and maintaining rapport. You show interest in someone through being inquisitive and curious. If the person senses your sincerity, you’ll quickly earn their trust.

6. Be self-aware

Self-awareness is defined as “conscious knowledge of one’s own character, feelings, motives, and desires.” Renowned behavioral psychologist Nan S. Russell calls self-awareness “the missing ingredient’ for building trust. “(Too) often people don’t realize the messages that their actions send,” says Russell, “You can’t adjust your actions to communicate what you intend without self-awareness, ” and you can’t establish trust when the signals you send are the wrong ones.

7. Be prompt

Chronic poor time management should be considered personally inexcusable. It’s also certainly viewed as a sign of disrespect by others. The odds are that if you don’t hold yourself accountable, then someone else will. In the meantime, you’ll initiate a sense if doubt in others, which will call into question anything you do or say – no matter how well-intended.

8. Communicate openly

Sometimes being open and honest can be a bit uncomfortable. This is especially true if you’re conflict-avoidant, which many people are – and that’s okay. Open communication is easier when you define your intentions during the onset, act politely, and listen intently. Effective communication may be the most important aspect of developing trust.

9. Resolve conflict swiftly

Conflict, in any form and to any degree, is counterproductive to establishing trust. Thus, it’s incredibly important to quash any conflicts as they arise and to do so quickly and efficiently. It is not necessary to approach conflict with a “conflict-like” mindset. Here’s an experiment: the next time someone gets angry with you – it doesn’t matter if it’s in traffic or at the office – smile politely and nod. You’ll be astonished at some of the responses you get (most will be positive!)

10. Be exemplary

There’s no better way to establish a culture of trust in a relationship than to exemplify the behavior. If this sounds like a “blanket solution” for reciprocating trust, that’s because it is. Quite simply, making the conscious decision always to tell the truth, be sincere, be responsible, refrain from gossip, and so forth will communicate to others that they can trust you. In return, you may find it’s much easier to trust them. Indeed, it is a “Circle of Trust.”

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References:
Russell, N.S. (2013, October 23). The Missing Ingredient for Building Trust at Work. Retrieved June 22, 2017, from https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/trust-the-new-workplace-currency/201310/the-missing-ingredient-building-trust-work
http://4h.missouri.edu/showmecharacter/trustcc
https://leadingwithtrust.com/2013/09/01/five-ways-to-rapidly-increase-trust-in-your-relationships/
https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/building-trust-team.htm

The 10 Most Destructive Human Behaviors (And How to Avoid Them)

June 24, 2017 by Power of Positivity

“If you don’t find some way to discuss what’s going on inside you, it can come out in other ways that are self-destructive.” – Viggo Mortensen

Human beings often engage in behaviors that aren’t entirely beneficial, either to ourselves or to those around us. There’s a host of reasons that this occurs: socialization, societal pressure, stress, to name a few.

Destructive behaviors can also be learned through a home environment, or by formative interactions with other people. There are many signs of a destructive person, and if you recognize them in yourself, there are ways to change your behavior and make your life more positive, fulfilling and healthy.

THE 10 MOST DESTRUCTIVE HUMAN BEHAVIORS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM

1. LYING

People lie for a variety of reasons. Sometimes the lies are little white lies and done for good reasons. Other times, people will lie to boost their own self-esteem, and tend to lie more often when they feel that other people’s perception of them is not as flattering as they would like it to be. The best way to combat the need to lie is to ask yourself what you are gaining, and whether the consequences for when the truth comes out are worth the risk. Connecting with people on a genuine and truthful level will garner longer lasting relationships than ones built on lies.

2. VIOLENCE

Researchers believe that a need for violence has evolved with human beings’ need for survival. However, we are no longer hunters and gatherers, and our ability to dispute calmly has evolved with our ability to engage in language and social interactions on a more intimate level. Neuroplasticity is a powerful tool for rewiring the brain from receiving dopamine in response to an aggressive situation or event. Allowing yourself not to engage or take pleasure in violence such as fights or harassment will do wonders for your disposition.

3. STEALING

While theft can often be a desperate person’s act of survival, human beings also engage in stealing for purely selfish reasons. Some people do it to get a high or excitement. If you find yourself tempted to steal for any reason when you don’t have to, you may be indulging in a self-destructive behavior. Analyze where the need comes from, and ask yourself if the consequences are worth the thrill.

4. CHEATING

If you are in an unhappy relationship, or find yourself no longer engaged with your partner or spouse, you may feel yourself tempted to stray from the relationship. While the act at the time may seem justified, you will only be hurting both your partner and yourself by destroying the trust that they had in you and the relationship you built together. Open and honest communication can help heal any rifts you may be feeling without the need to become unfaithful.

5. BAD HABITS

Everyone has a bad habit that they have trouble kicking. However, it becomes destructive when someone clings to the habit as an excuse or with justification that it’s just too hard to quit. Seeking outside help, or support with friends or family, can make kicking a bad habit easier. You will feel better once you do.

6. BULLYING

Children and adults both engage in bullying behaviors. It can be tempting to engage in this type of behavior, especially when others around you are encouraging you to do it, and it seems like the other person “deserves” it. But bullying is a destructive behavior for both ourselves and the people around us, and feeds on nothing but negativity. Standing up against bullying can be the first step to dismantling this particular behavior, and turning the situation around.

7. COSMETIC SURGERIES

Self-esteem issues are common among children, teenagers and adults. Society often tells us that we have to look a certain way to be attractive. In the end, it can be tempting to schedule a non-essential cosmetic surgery to fix your nose, or tighten your jawline, or get rid of wrinkles. Unfortunately, what society deems and pushes as “beautiful” often changes within a few year’s span. Learning to love yourself just as you are is the best way to combat this particular destructive behavior. Not only is it destructive for our self-esteem and mental health, but for our bodies as well.

8. STRESS

Sometimes, stressful situations happen and we can’t avoid it. However, sometimes we indulge the stress rather than taking steps to alleviate it. It can feel good in the moment to complain and go on and on about how stressed you are, and to feed into it. But once that’s over, you will be left feeling even more stressed out, and with no energy to destress. Taking the time to figure out a game plan for stress and self-care when it happens can make your life ten times easier, and nip this particular destructive behavior in the bud.

9. GOSSIP

Humans are social creatures, and connecting with one another is the main purpose of language and social interaction. The goal of gossip is often to establish the boundaries and exclusivity of a certain group. It can be a powerful bonding tool, but at the expense of other people who are singled out to be gossiped about. Don’t engage with gossip if you find yourself in a situation where others are doing so. Changing the subject, or questioning the validity of the gossip can break you out of this habit.

10. GAMBLING

People love to feel a rush, and gambling provides that rush. It can also be gravely addictive. This addiction can cause people who feed it to become self-destructive, as well as destructive to those around them by making it far more likely for the gambler to lie, cheat or steal in order to feed his addiction. If you have an addictive personality, do your best to limit your exposure to gambling, or seek help if you find it to become a problem.

A destructive person will inevitably end up surrounded only by other destructive people. Once you become aware of these behaviors in either yourself or others, you can learn how to combat them. Taking charge of your life, your social interactions, and your behaviors are the first invaluable steps to turning your life around, or helping others in the same way. It’s important to recognize the destructive behaviors that we exhibit in our daily lives, so we can work to change how we interact with people and how we treat ourselves.

25 Reasons Why You Should Eat A Whole Avocado Every Day

June 24, 2017 by Power of Positivity

Although the term “superfood” doesn’t exist medically or legally, everyone from fitness experts to doctors uses the term to describe “nutrient powerhouses that pack large doses of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals.”

“The myriad of healthy fats and nutrients found in an avocado – oleic acid, lutein, folate, vitamin E, monounsaturated fats and glutathione among them – can help protect your body from heart disease, cancer, degenerative eye diseases, and brain diseases.” – Dr. Frank Lipman

Indeed, Dr. Lipman “ranks” avocado as the #3 superfood (behind leafy greens and cruciferous veggies.)

In this article, we give you not one, not two, but 25 reasons to eat an avocado daily!

Let’s get going.

25 Reasons to Eat An Avocado Daily

#1 Avocados are nutrient-dense

Avocados are among the richest sources of vitamins and minerals; offering up nearly 20 in each serving. In a small 3.5 ounce (100 gram) serving, an avocado contains the recommended daily amount (RDA) percentages of these vitamins and minerals: vitamin K, 26%; folate, 20%; vitamin C, 17%; potassium 14%.

#2 A rich source of healthy fats

Avocados are a “fatty” food. The good news is that nearly all this fat is healthy, or monounsaturated fat.

#3 Helps maintain a healthy weight

Avocados, despite being “high in fat” may actually promote and help maintain a healthy weight. One reason is the fruit is high in fiber, which promotes feelings of satiety (fullness).

#4 Fights inflammation

As avocado is high in oleic acid – a fatty acid that reduces the inflammatory response – the fruit is effective at fighting off inflammation.

#5 Promotes eye health

Avocados contain the nutrients lutein and zeaxanthin, two nutrients that fight macular degeneration.

#6 Prevents diabetes

Studies show that people who eat half an avocado with lunch stabilize blood sugar levels.

#7 Increases nutrient absorption

Eating a lot of minerals, nutrients and vitamins is all well and good, but your body needs to absorb them too! Avocados help with this, as well.

#8 Lowers bad cholesterol levels

Research shows that avocados reduce total cholesterol, blood triglycerides, and LDL (bad) cholesterol.

#9 Promotes hair and skin health

Everyone wants fabulous hair and skin health. A combination of the fruit’s high vitamin E and healthy fat content can help create more youthful-looking skin and hair.

#10 An effective pain reliever

Much of the pain we experience is due to inflammation. As mentioned, avocados suppress the inflammatory response. This, of course, helps to mitigate pain caused by inflammation.

#11 Strengthens your bones

Avocados contain good amounts of copper, folate and vitamin K – all important nutrients for bone strengthening.

#12 May help fight off cancer

The cancer-fighting properties of avocados are still being researched. However, some research has been promising; this includes the slowing of cancerous prostate cells.

#13 Improves digestive health

Fiber is a critical nutrient for ensuring proper digestive health. Fortunately, avocados have plenty of this nutrient to spare!

#14 Regulates blood pressure

Potassium sources serve an important role in regulating blood pressure, and one avocado contains 28% of the RDA of potassium.

#15 Helps ensure a healthy newborn

Vitamins B6 and C, and folate and potassium are some of the most important nutrients of expecting mothers. Avocados, of course, are rich in all four.

#16 Enhances your state of mind

Potassium and folate are known “brain foods.” Lack of both nutrients has been linked to depression and like-symptoms. As mentioned, avocados are rich in both.

#17 Provides an energy boost

This is an oft-overlooked benefit of avocado. Of all macronutrients (carbs, fat, and protein), fat is the most concentrated for boosting energy – this is particularly true of healthy fats. Thus, an avocado provides a slow but steady supply of energy that can last a full workday.

#18 Fires up the immune system

C vitamins, along with B and E, are all natural immune boosters. An avocado provides plenty of all three.

#19 Helps brain power

Copper is a brain stimulant that is often disregarded. It is no surprise, then, that many people have a copper deficiency. An avocado contains 20% RDA of copper, which may help with your cognitive functions.

#20 Is an incredibly versatile fruit

There are so many ways to enjoy an avocado. You can slice, peel, mix, or dice it; it can be added as an ingredient or a side dish. As you probably know, that tasty guacamole (which can be made healthily) is almost all ‘cado.

#21 Can be enjoyed in many ways

It’s worth mentioning again the different ways an avocado can be eaten. Here are some more creative avocado dishes: banana and avocado bread, pineapple/avocado smoothie, avocado hummus, avocado pesto, avocado/tomato bruschetta, and chilled cucumber & avocado soup.

#22 Protection benefits are wide-ranging

Eye, skin and hair, brain, immune and arthritis protection are just a few protective benefits of avocado. For such a delicious fruit, the multiple protective benefits are astonishing.

#23 More potassium than bananas

Yeah, this one is quite surprising. Most people’s primary potassium source is a fresh banana. One avocado has more than twice the amount of potassium than a banana (975 milligrams). Even a few slices will probably beat the Minion’s favorite fruit in potassium count.

#24 Very heart healthy

As avocado consumption is linked to lower blood triglycerides and LDL measurements, has potent anti-inflammatory properties, and helps normalize blood pressure; it’s one of the most heart-healthy foods around.

#25 Regular avocado eaters are healthier

According to an analysis of over 17,500 people, regular avocado eaters were found to be much healthier than others. More specifically, the former group had lower rates of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.

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References:
Gunnars, K. (2017, June 04). 12 Proven Health Benefits of Avocado. Retrieved June 23, 2017, from https://authoritynutrition.com/12-proven-benefits-of-avocado/
Leonard, J. (2015, October 26). 20 Reasons Why You Should Eat An Entire Avocado Every Day. Retrieved June 23, 2017, from http://www.naturallivingideas.com/avocado-benefits/
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Teacher Punishes Entire Class, But Never Expected The 11-Year-Old Girl’s Response That Followed

June 24, 2017 by Power of Positivity

“No protected person may be punished for an offence he or she has not personally committed. Collective penalties and likewise all measures of intimidation or of terrorism are prohibited.” – Geneva Convention (IV) relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War. Article 33: ‘Individual Responsibility, Collective Penalties, Pillage, Reprisals’

The Geneva Conventions and an 11-year old’s words to her teacher

You are probably wondering what the heck the Geneva Conventions has to do with an 11-year old girl, right?

Sit tight. It’s a kicker.

Per Cornell University’s School of Law, the Geneva Conventions “is a body of Public International Law, also known as the Humanitarian Law of Armed Conflicts, whose purpose is to provide minimum protections, standards of humane treatment, and fundamental guarantees of respect to individuals who become victims of armed conflicts.”

Well, a smart 11-year old girl believes Article 33 of the Fourth Geneva Conventions applies to a classroom of young kids as well. Come to think of it, would a parent want their child to be punished for something another kid did? (Tell us your thoughts).

Young Ava Goes Viral

When a teacher gives their students a survey, it’s probably wise for them to refrain from using collective punishment as a disciplinary technique. Mason Cross, an acclaimed and award-winning author, posted a snippet of the survey on Twitter. Here it is, verbatim (grammar errors gladly overlooked):

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Source: Mason Cross/Twitter

Mason Cross @MasonCrossBooks

“My daughter actually submitted this feedback at school. Not sure if I should ground her or buy her ice cream…”

(Survey) Things my teacher(s) can do better.

Ava Cross: “Not use collective punishment as it is not fair on the many people who did nothing and under the 1949 Genva (sic) Conventions it is a war crime.”

Replies: 8,500

Retweets: 122,000

Loves: 398,000

Creativity and Smarts: Plenty

Ice cream…a lot of it

As for Mr. Cross’ predicament over grounding or buying young Ava some ice cream, the public was quite clear. Here were some (G-rated) responses:

“The ice cream. For sure.” (@KiranManral)

“I’m game to crowdfund her entire year’s ice cream needs tbh.” (@PedestrianPoet)

“Buy her ice cream for the full school year…” (@calamur)

“That is BRILLIANT. Buy her ice cream. Biggest one in the shop.” (@katehelencarter)

“Ice cream and a framed copy of the convention mate.” (@NW6Penguin)

“I say bonus points for her creative thinking and excellent example. I say ice cream sundae, which she deserves.” (@loverofmusic9)

“Why would you ground her for speaking her mind – and frankly I agree.” (@ron_miller)

“Serious question – why would you ground her? Teacher asked for feedback, she gave it. Can’t see even theoretically what’s punishable here?” (@karinjr)

And the whipped cream with a cherry on top – pun intended:

“Ava for Prime Minister!” (@GenStans)

It didn’t end on Twitter

Let’s look at the following media outlets that featured a story on young Ava:

– BBC (yeah, that BBC!)

– Mashable

– Teen Vogue (which she was apparently really proud of, being as she’s not a teen)

– UK Mail Online

– Independent News

– Huffington Post UK

– ABC (Australia)

– Business Insider

– Miami Herald

– New York Daily News

Ava, ever the class act, adamantly explained that she loves her teacher – but is not a fan of group punishment. Duly noted.

Mr. Cross’ Reply

“I thought [the online response] was really funny and absolutely typical of Ava, who I haven’t managed to beat in an argument since she turned six.”

Cross, a writer who’d just received widespread acclaim for his series of books, later pictured Ava holding two large ice cream cones. The caption? “The people have spoken.”

The fact that the 11-year old is absolutely adorable probably helps.

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