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It’s Writer’s Block, Dagnabbit!

"I’m an imposter. I have no value. My message is worthless. I bring nothing to the table. I am the kiss of death. I will never be on the same level as the established heroes who inspire me. I am a second-rate hack. A dark cloud always hangs over me." Sounds familiar, right? Of course, it does. It describes you, me, and the next-door neighbor, and here are eight key suggestions for beating it.

Inclusion Begins with Acceptance

Why Acceptance? About 1% of the world’s population is autistic — over 75,000,000! Autism is neither a threat to be countered nor a disease to be cured. Autistic people don’t need to be fixed. Become a patron and help sustain future episodes. Subscribe today! [https://anchor.fm/ufoteacher/subscribe]

Nonlegal Food Labels

What is the legal definition of that infamous phrase ‘all natural’? How can you have an artificial flavor when the word flavor is already implying artificiality in the first place?

Miracle: Lamp of Illumination

The next time you think you’ve witnessed a miracle, take a few steps back and ask yourself, “Did I create that?” Your mind represents the creation and expansion of the universe.

The Power Behind Your Words

The connotations, intonations, and ancient origins of proper enunciation. Haven’t you ever wondered how the word cult [https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/07/12/what-makes-a-cult-a-cult] came into existence as a members-only marketing term? Enjoy this free episode from Vanilla Spice!