Welcome to the Mindful Sobriety Podcast, where two wellness practitioners and friends join forces to change the narrative around living alcohol free. Drawing from their professional backgrounds in psychotherapy, sobriety coaching, and yoga, Jane and Amanda provide practical tools to nurture emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. Join them as they uncover personal narratives of hope, healing and creating a life so fulfilling that alcohol is irrelevant. Whether you're on your own journey ...
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Keywords sobriety, recovery, emotional sobriety, meditation, mindfulness, addiction, personal growth, healing, coping mechanisms, support Summary In this conversation, Tanya D. shares her profound journey to sobriety, detailing her early experiences with alcohol, the turning point that led her to quit drinking, and the subsequent transformation in …
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The Real Sober Stories with Mario Bencivenga
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Jane sits down with Mario Bencivenga, a 25 year old writer from Long Island, New York. Mario shares his journey to sobriety, detailing the influences that led him to alcohol, the moment he realized he had a problem, and the support he received from family and friends. He discusses the importance of creativity in his recovery, the power of words, an…
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Alex McRobert, The Ultimate Sober Yoga Girl, on Transcending The Party Life and Manifesting a Life of Meaning and Purpose
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In this episode, Jane and Amanda sit down with their friend, Alex McRobert, found of the vibrant sober community, The Mindful Life Practice. Alex McRobert shares her unconventional path to building the life of her dreams. From living in Kuwait to finding sobriety and establishing a fulfilling life in Bali as a yoga teacher and sober coach. She disc…
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Kristi Tanner on Healing from Divorce, Postpartum Depression and Addiction to Thriving as a Single Mom of Four, Sobriety Advocate and Entrepreneur
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Postpartum depression, mommy wine culture, the darker side of social drinking, blackouts, marriage, grief and recovering from all of the above - we covered SO MANY important topics that are relevant to living and raising kids in today's high pressure culture. Jane sits down with Kristi Tanner (AKA Mocktail Mommy on Instagram) and explore Kristi's t…
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S1 E41 Early Sobriety, Transformation and Psychedelics with Annie Clark
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In this conversation, Amanda and Annie Clark discuss Annie's journey to becoming alcohol-free and her experiences in the recovery community. They explore the challenges of early sobriety, the role of therapy, and the importance of self-love and acceptance. Annie shares insights on the impact of psychedelics in healing and the transformations seen i…
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S1 E40 A Ballet Dancers Story of Surrender & Change with Eugene Barnes
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In this conversation, Amanda interviews Eugene, who is connected to The Phoenix, a sober active movement. Eugene explains that The Phoenix is a welcoming community for anyone in recovery, whether long-term or short-term, and even for allies and those who are sober curious. The Phoenix offers a variety of events and activities, from CrossFit to rock…
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S1 E39 Katie Butler, Retired Party Girl Turned Creator of Alcohol Free in Dally Inspires AF Glamour, Fitness and Fun
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Jane sits down with Katie Butler, creator of Alcohol Free in Dally and influencer of alcohol free fun in Dallas and beyond. Katie shares her transformative journey to wellbeing, detailing the challenges and triumphs of living an alcohol-free life. She emphasizes the importance of mental health, community support, and the role of fitness in her reco…
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S1 E38 Finding Soulful Clarity with Mara DeMauro
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Jane sits down with Mara DeMauro, a sober curious lifestyle coach. Mara shares her journey of redefining her relationship with alcohol and finding soulful clarity. They discuss the concept of potential and how exploring life without alcohol can open up new layers of potential. Mara also talks about her background and how she got interested in coach…
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S1 E37 Anxiety & Radical Acceptance
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In this conversation, Amanda discusses the concepts of acceptance, radical acceptance, and radical self-acceptance. She shares her personal experience with anxiety and how attachment to outcomes can cause anxiety. Amanda explains that radical acceptance involves acknowledging that everything happens as it's supposed to and accepting things without …
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S1 E36 The Real Sober Stories with Ashlee Roberts: Stepping Into Her Power Through Elective Sobriety
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Did you know that you don't have to have a problem with alcohol to quit drinking? Sobriety is available to all, from those diagnosed with alcohol use disorder to the occasional drinker and everyone in between. In this episode Jane sits down with the lovely Ashlee Roberts. Ashlee shares her journey of removing alcohol from her life and the impact it…
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S1 E35 Healing from Compulsive Behaviors
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In this episode, Quentin discusses his journey with recovery dharma, a Buddhist-inspired approach to recovery from addiction. He shares his experience with substance abuse and behavioral addictions, such as compulsive spending. Quentin explains the core teachings of Buddhism and how they apply to recovery, emphasizing the importance of acting with …
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S1 E34 Breaking The Upper Limit with Sober Curious Life Coach Renee Adams
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Jane sits down with Renée Adams, former division I athlete, powerlifter, wife, sister, daughter and soon to be certified sober-curious, life coach who specializes in helping high performing women re-define their relationship with alcohol to uncover their deeper purpose, follow their bliss, and achieve success. She quit her corporate job of 7 years …
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S1 E33 Sober Stories: An Addiction that was Fueled by Secrecy and Shame
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Amanda Elliott shares her journey of overcoming addiction and finding self-compassion. She works in recovery coaching and emphasizes the importance of mental and behavioral health. Amanda grew up in a strict religious community, which led to feelings of self-condemnation and confusion when she encountered different beliefs and lifestyles. She turne…
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S1 E32 Soaking Up Joy and Making Waves in Ireland with Grey Area Drinker Olivia Farrelly
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Olivia Farrelly, a gray area drinker from Ireland, shares her journey of giving up alcohol and becoming an Alcohol Free Lifestyle mentor and podcaster. She discusses the challenges of navigating a society that is alcohol-centric and the shame and stigma associated with problematic drinking. Olivia emphasizes the importance of recognizing the gray a…
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S1 E31 Championing Wellness for Women Who Do It All | Hint: Less is More
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Jane is sitting down with the incredible Megan Swan, the CEO of Megan Swan Wellness, about her journey to sobriety and her work in making wellness a way of life. Megan shares her experience of quitting drinking six years ago and how it has transformed her life. She discusses the turning point that led her to quit and the challenges she faced along …
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S1 E30 The Power of Recovering Out Loud with Dawn Gardner
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Dawn shares her childhood experiences of moving frequently and the challenges of building connections. She discusses her early experiences with substance use, starting with cigarettes and then alcohol. Dawn reflects on the consequences of her actions and the impact on her family. She talks about her journey to recovery, including the pivotal moment…
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S1 E29 Healing Binge Behaviors and Emotional Eating with Coach Colleen Clifford of Pure Potential
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In this episode, Jane Ballard interviews Colleen Clifford, a passionate health coach and alcohol-free lifestyle advocate, dedicated to empowering women to reclaim their health and well-being, especially in the patterns of emotional eating and/or binge drinking. IN THIS EPISODE Binge behavior and emotional eating can be coping mechanisms for dealing…
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S1 E28 Plant Medicine & Finding What Works For You
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Dusty Burrows, a licensed professional counselor and man in recovery, shares his journey from addiction to sobriety and his involvement with Recovery Dharma and plant medicine. He emphasizes the importance of exploring different pathways to recovery and the benefits of integrating plant medicine, such as ketamine and psilocybin, into treatment. Dus…
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S1 E27 Breaking Free From Ambivalence: An Exercise In Merging the Subconscious and Conscious Parts of the Mind
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In this episode of the Mindful Sobriety The Podcast, Jane and Amanda discuss the concept of ambivalence and how it can affect our decision-making and relationships. They explore the conflicting feelings and thoughts that can arise when we are considering making changes or ending a relationship. Through a guided exercise, they help listeners identif…
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S1 E26 The Ripple Effect of Ditching Alcohol with Best Selling Author, Karolina Rzadkowolska
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In this episode, Jane Ballard interviews Karolina Rzadkowolska, a master mindset coach and author of 'Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You.' IN THIS EPISODE: Ditching alcohol can lead to discovering deeper purpose and achieving bigger dreams. Reevaluating alcohol is the fastest way to achieve your goals and dreams. Surroun…
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Amanda reflects on the different chapters of her life as a mother and the upcoming transition as her son graduates and goes to college. She discusses the importance of acceptance and living as her future self. Amanda also explores the impact of labels and the need to release relationships that don't align with her growth. She shares insights from h…
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S1 E24 The Alcohol Paradox: Practical Tools for Cultivating Authentic Connection in Sobriety
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Summary In this episode, Jane explores the concept of connection and how it relates to changing one's relationship with alcohol. She discusses the reasons why people drink and the desire for connection that often underlies it. Jane share's Brene Brown's definition of connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, an…
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S1 E23 Finding Your Flow with Gabrielle Kinser
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Gabrielle Kinser's mission has evolved from spreading the word of yoga to focusing on healing the nervous system. She emphasizes the importance of healing on a deeper level than just physicality and highlights the role of the nervous system in finding answers and achieving overall well-being. She acknowledges that healing is not a quick fix and req…
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S1 E22 The Real Sober Stories with Emily: From Vineyards and Boardrooms to Thriving Alcohol Free
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In this conversation, Jane Ballard interviews Emily Jacobsen, an alcohol-free coach, about her journey to sobriety and her decision to help others in their own alcohol-free journeys. Emily shares that her interest in coaching was inspired by her own 10-year process of working on her relationship with alcohol. She discusses how her need for certaint…
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S1 E21 The Real Sober Stories with Lisa
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Lisa shares her journey of growing up in a traumatic household, dealing with loneliness and low self-esteem, and finding solace in alcohol. She recounts her experiences of binge drinking in college, trying to find validation through relationships, and the impact of trauma on her mental health. Lisa discusses her career as a police officer, her batt…
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S1 E20 Uncovering Subconscious Messages: The Key to Disconnecting from Alcohol
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Alli Eldridge shares her journey of becoming alcohol-free and the doors that have opened since making that choice. She grew up in Florida with a loving family and had a happy childhood. Her relationship with alcohol began in high school and continued into her twenties and thirties. She noticed the negative consequences of drinking, including anxiet…
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S1 E19 Repairing Your Relationship with Food and Your Body with Intuitive Eating
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In this episode, Jane Ballard discusses the topic of body image and disordered eating. She explains that body image is a fluid concept that fluctuates throughout life and stages of development. Ballard emphasizes the importance of aiming for body neutrality, where one doesn't necessarily love their body but also doesn't hate it. She explores the or…
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S1 E18 Finding Hope and Purpose In Recovery
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Jonathan Boyd, a recovery coach, shares his journey from growing up in an alcoholic home to finding sobriety and purpose in life. He discusses the importance of empathy and introspection in recovery and the role of humor in coping with difficult truths. Jonathan emphasizes that addiction is a chronic health condition and that recovery is possible f…
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S1 E17 Childhood Best Friends Recover Out Loud
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Jane, Amanda and Renn discuss Renn's childhood and the journey she went through to find her identity. Renn grew up in a close-knit family and had a strong sense of belonging. However, in middle school, she started questioning her identity and wanted to discover who she truly was. This led her down a path of trying to find belonging and meaning thro…
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In this conversation, Amanda and Jane discuss the concept of getting out of robot mode and chasing after dreams. They talk about how sobriety and self-reflection can help individuals rediscover their dreams and find meaning in everyday life. They also discuss the importance of being present in the moment and not constantly striving for the next thi…
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Rory Kinsella, a Vedic meditation teacher and sober coach, shares his personal journey of quitting alcohol and finding meditation. Growing up in England and Australia, both known for their drinking cultures, Rory started drinking at a young age and continued heavily into his 30s. He found that alcohol helped him feel more extroverted and less stres…
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S1 E 14 Alicias story of becoming free on the inside
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In this conversation, Alicia Mills shares her journey from struggling with alcohol addiction to finding sobriety and purpose in life. She discusses the challenges of moving to Texas, dealing with stress, and how her drinking escalated after the tragic loss of her youngest son. Alicia emphasizes the importance of self-discovery, embracing healthy ha…
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S1 E13 How Sweta Sansara Broke Barriers: From Nepal to Hollywood, Marine Corps Service, and Mental Health Advocacy
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Summary Sweta, a Hollywood actress and the first female Marine from Nepal, shares her journey of overcoming childhood trauma and addiction to embrace sobriety. She emphasizes the importance of building a community of sober people and finding support through therapy and 12-step programs. Sweta highlights the role of social media in creating an inclu…
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S1 E12 Name It To Tame It: Cindy's Story Of Healing From Grief In Sobriety
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In this episode, hosts Jane and Amanda interview Cindy, a licensed therapist, yoga instructor and alcohol free advocate. Cindy shares her experiences, struggles, and pivotal moments that led her to embrace a sober lifestyle. In sharing her story, Cindy hopes to inspire others on their own paths towards sobriety and self-discovery. Through vulnerabi…
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S1 E11 The Sober Curious Movement and Why Labels Aren't Always Helpful
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In this conversation, Amanda and Jane discuss the impact of labels and the sober curious movement. They explore the negative effects of labeling oneself and others, such as shame and self-limiting beliefs. They emphasize the importance of reframing labels and practicing non-judgmental awareness. The conversation also touches on the power of seeking…
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S1 E10 The Real Sober Stories With Anne
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Summary In this conversation, Anne Nicely shares her personal journey of growing up in a small town, dealing with childhood anxiety, and finding healing and redemption. She discusses her experiences with her father's addiction and his transformation while in prison. Anne also emphasizes the importance of naming and understanding emotions as a cruci…
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S1 E9 Myths, Truths and Fascinating Facts About Shamanism with Laura Martinez, LPC
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In this conversation, Laura Martinez, licensed therapist, spiritual healer, and meditation guide, shares her journey and the integration of neuroscience, therapy, and shamanism in her work. She discusses the influence of her grandmother and the cultural background of shamanism. Laura explains the definition of shamanism and how it focuses on the be…
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S1 E8 How to Change Your Relationship with Anxiety: Simple Evidence Based Strategies for Reframing Negative Thoughts
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In this conversation, Jane and Amanda discuss anxiety and its relationship with alcohol. They explore the role of emotions in drinking and the common experience of using alcohol to manage anxiety. They emphasize the importance of changing our relationship with anxiety and offer tools for coping with anxious thoughts. They also address the fear of b…
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The Real Sober Stories with Kati
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In this conversation, Kati shares her journey with alcohol, starting from her early days of drinking in high school and college. She discusses the social consequences and the role alcohol played in her relationships. Kati also talks about her experiences with anxiety and depression and how drinking made things worse. She shares how she attempted to…
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S1 E6 Healing from Shame, Taking Up Space and Embracing Sober Sex with Therapist + Coach, Allison Guilbault
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In this conversation, Allison, a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, and sex and intimacy, discusses the impact of alcohol on women's self-talk, relationships, and intimacy. She shares her personal journey of realizing the negative effects of alcohol and the lack of education on its impact. Allison emphasizes the importance of trust…
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S1 E5 Alcohol and Marriage: What first led to connection ultimately led to disconnection (and how an alcohol free path brings hope, healing and authentic connection
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This episode of Mindful Sobriety The Podcast explores the topic of marriage and sobriety. Jane and Amanda explore the role of alcohol in relationships and the challenges that arise when one partner decides to quit drinking. They emphasize the importance of personal growth, setting boundaries, and being authentic in order to navigate these changes. …
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S1 E4 Simple MIndfulness Strategies for an Alcohol Free Life
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In this episode, Jane and Amanda discuss the concept of mindfulness and its role in sobriety. They explore the practice of using the five senses to bring awareness to the present moment and how active listening can improve communication. They also differentiate between mindfulness and meditation, highlighting the benefits of both. The hosts share t…
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S1 E3 Jane's Story of Spontaneous Sobriety
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In this conversation, Jane Ballard shares her personal journey with alcohol and her decision to live an alcohol free life. She discusses her early drinking experiences, the turning point that led her to explore sobriety, and the tools she used to support her journey. Jane also talks about her inspiration to lead a retreat in Bali for women interest…
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Amanda's Mindful Life S1 E2 of Mindful Sobriety
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Summary In this conversation, Amanda shares her journey of living alcohol-free. She discusses the impact of alcohol on her relationships, the pressure to drink in social settings, and the comparison and feelings of inadequacy that often accompanied her drinking. Amanda also highlights the power of releasing alcohol and the positive changes it broug…
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S1 E2 Amanda's Mindful Life Sneak Peak
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This conversation explores the journey of two individuals who met through the Mindful Life Practice and bonded over their shared interest in yoga and sobriety. They discuss the transformative power of living an alcohol-free lifestyle and the importance of embracing all emotions. The conversation highlights the role of meditation and mindfulness in …
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