This document summarizes a conversation between Ari and Ben about Ben's career path and productivity methods. Ben became interested in fitness from a young age and pursued various qualifications in exercise science and nutrition over many years. He now runs his own business providing fitness advice and content. Ben is highly productive due to having daily "buckets" for specific tasks, which helps him focus and avoid distractions. He also uses email filtering rules to efficiently manage communications. Ben homeschools his twin boys using a curriculum combined with hands-on local activities that relate to their lessons.
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will let you know why I started and what kind
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New Directions in Targeted Therapeutic Approaches for Older Adults With Mantl...i3 Health
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This slide deck presented by Dr. Kami Maddocks, Professor-Clinical in the Division of Hematology and
Associate Division Director for Ambulatory Operations
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, will provide insight into new directions in targeted therapeutic approaches for older adults with mantle cell lymphoma.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) accounting for 5% to 7% of all lymphomas. Its prognosis ranges from indolent disease that does not require treatment for years to very aggressive disease, which is associated with poor survival (Silkenstedt et al, 2021). Typically, MCL is diagnosed at advanced stage and in older patients who cannot tolerate intensive therapy (NCCN, 2022). Although recent advances have slightly increased remission rates, recurrence and relapse remain very common, leading to a median overall survival between 3 and 6 years (LLS, 2021). Though there are several effective options, progress is still needed towards establishing an accepted frontline approach for MCL (Castellino et al, 2022). Treatment selection and management of MCL are complicated by the heterogeneity of prognosis, advanced age and comorbidities of patients, and lack of an established standard approach for treatment, making it vital that clinicians be familiar with the latest research and advances in this area. In this activity chaired by Michael Wang, MD, Professor in the Department of Lymphoma & Myeloma at MD Anderson Cancer Center, expert faculty will discuss prognostic factors informing treatment, the promising results of recent trials in new therapeutic approaches, and the implications of treatment resistance in therapeutic selection for MCL.
Target Audience
Hematology/oncology fellows, attending faculty, and other health care professionals involved in the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL).
Learning Objectives
1.) Identify clinical and biological prognostic factors that can guide treatment decision making for older adults with MCL
2.) Evaluate emerging data on targeted therapeutic approaches for treatment-naive and relapsed/refractory MCL and their applicability to older adults
3.) Assess mechanisms of resistance to targeted therapies for MCL and their implications for treatment selection
Title: Sense of Smell
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
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These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
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Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journey
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1. Recording begins
Ari: …wealth and knowledge when it comes to fitness and wellness. He's an author; he's done a great
app in the App Store and he is one hell of a triathlete. Hey, Ben.
Ben: Hey, what's up Ari?
Ari: Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. So, first of all, how did you... I know I've heard lots
and lots of interviews and there's a long interesting story to kind of how you got here, but can you
just give us sort of a couple minute overview of how you became this guru of fitness?
Ben: Alright. Really, there is no overnight pack to success. This is something that I'm always telling
people, you put in the work and you learn. I think really, Ari, like when it comes to becoming
successful in whatever niche that you want to become successful in, part of it is just not straying
from the sector in which you find your passion. Like I've always been passionate about health
and fitness from the time I was like 13 years old and discovered that lifting 10 pound dumbbells
helped me to be a better tennis player. And from that point on, all I've ever known is health and
fitness and nutrition and studying it and I never really experimented or dabbled in other sectors.
So for me, I've been learning about fitness, health, nutrition, biohacking, getting the most out of
the human body, or whatever, since I was a teenager and it’s just been a gradual journey. I went
to university and I got my Master’s degree in exercise science and did a self-directed in human
nutrition and biomechanics. Went on from there and tacked on some personal training degrees
and strength conditioning certifications. Did a lot of work in wellness sector; I worked as a
wellness consultant. I worked in surgical sales a little bit, managed a bunch of gyms, opened my
own personal training studio. I started to turn out books and blogs and podcasts and stuff like
that but it’s just one big journey and I have no clue what the hell I'm doing. I just kind of make it
up as I go. I figure that as long as I continue to follow my passion for helping people, you know,
achieve amazing feats of physical performance, I'm happy. So, it’s just been kind of a gradual
journey ever since I was a kid, really. Hello?
Ari: Hello?
Ben: Hey, I lost ya.
Ari: Sorry. I think that’s a really great example or a great explanation. A lot of people talk about
following their passion but a lot of people don’t end up doing it so it’s nice to see an example of
somebody not ignoring it and sort of making it happen. I actually have a bunch of questions
written down but I'm realizing that I want to kind of attack this a little bit in reverse. So, you live in
Spokane, right?
Ben: Umm hmm.
Ari: Is that were you grew up?
Ben: No, I grew up pretty close to here; North Idaho, eastern Washington. It’s all just one big blur of
rednecks and trees but yeah I grew up Lewiston, Idaho, which is like 2 hours from here in North
Idaho. And then I went to school in Moscow, Idaho, which is like an hour and a half from here.
Then I moved to Post Falls, Idaho, which is like 20 minutes from here and then finally I wound up
2. slightly across the border in Spokane, where I am building the house where I'm hoping to die.
So, there you go.
Ari: So, is this just uncovering one more similarity with us, actually; we’ll uncover a few more
throughout this talk. Three weeks ago, my wife and I moved into a home that we built, that we
also hope to die in. We have our three kids and we live in Bridgehampton, New York, which is in
the eastern end of Long Island. What I sort of found – and it’s not that surprising but – you look at
people like Mark Sisson and Dave Asprey and you and me and none of us are living in big cities
and I think that sort of like being connected to nature is really keeping with health and wellness,
honestly.
Ben: I think that’s part of it; I think part of it too is not getting distracted by all of the opportunities that
are present in big cities. Like, I have a lot of friends, for example, who live in LA and they're
always doing masterminds and meetups and get-togethers. Like, there's value in that stuff – don’t
get me wrong – but I think that sometimes it can get so distracting. Like, for me, here in
Spokane, Washington, it’s usually about once a week that I'm off meeting with a local friend or
coffee shop or maybe meeting with a local businessman or woman or something like that but it’s
really kind of few and far between because there's almost like fewer opportunities to get
distracted. I mean, honestly, if I really wanted to, here, I could sit in my house for like 4 days and
just kind of get stuff done and buckle down and do what I do; write books and stuff like that. And
just not get distracted by people calling me to come hang out because we just don’t do a lot of
that here.
Ari: I totally get that. I was worried when we were moving out here because we moved out here from
New York, from the city. I was concerned that I would be less productive out here but the truth is
that I'm about 15 times more productive because, as you said, my good friends aren’t being like,
hey, man, I'm around the corner, meet me for coffee. Then, either you go or you feel bad about
not going. So, I've been able to use that to my advantage; I just thought that was worth pointing
out. We’re going to get to wellness, of course, but I want to talk about productivity first. So, you
are clearly a very productive person. You're podcasting, you're writing books, and not to mention
you're training for Iron Man triathlon. When I did Iron Man, France, I was doing 20 to 25 hours a
week of training before I started to learn that you could do it in less. So, what's your sort of
overall productivity attack method for getting all this stuff done and being a father?
Ben: Man, I've got a lot of methods; I love methods and systems. I actually was just teaching a
webinar yesterday about 10 different methods that I use for kind of keeping my email inbox at
zero inbox. But as far as like the overarching method, probably the most important thing that I do
is I have each day and a bucket assigned to each day. So, I use Evernote for this. So Monday
has an Evernote doc and Tuesday has an Evernote doc and Wednesday has one, and so on
down, and in each day is a collecting bucket for each tasks. So for example, Wednesday is
podcast day, Tuesdays and Thursdays are days on which I do consults, Fridays, Saturdays, and
Sundays are writing days, Saturdays and Sundays specifically are days in which I review files
from clients. That means like I'm reviewing their workouts and nutrition logs, thing like that
because I do some one on one work with clients. Mondays are my catch all day; those shiny
pennies that I want or explore articles that I want to read, new websites and new tools that I want
to experiment with – Mondays are my day for that. So by setting up each of these buckets, what I
found is that I'm able to keep myself less distracted and keep a more clear mind because if
something comes across my radar that is say, someone purchases a phone consult with me.
Automatically, that gets scheduled in iCal for Tuesday or Thursday between 9 and noon.
3. Something comes across my desk that is related to an announcement I need to make on my
podcast that automatically goes into the Wednesday bucket. Somebody sends me an article of
45 different social media tools and software that you can use to enhance your business or
whatever, that goes into Mondays bucket so that I can explore that on Monday when I have a lot
of that free time. So, from a work standpoint, each day has a bucket; and the same thing from a
workout standpoint. I know that Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays are my swim day and I
have specific plans set up for those days. Wednesday is my weight training day, I have a specific
plan set up for that. So, that’s the way that I work; I have to have each day categorized and then
that way I never have this long running list of to-do tasks. That’s what I used to do; I used to have
one long list of things to do. I would go through as many things as I could and then kind of
collapse, exhausted at the end of the day having completed as many things checked off of that
to-do list as I possibly could and then start the to-do list back up the next day. Whereas now it’s
just you finish whatever happens to be in the bucket for that day and boom, you're done and you
can go play. Sometimes things take longer than others. Some days I'm working til 9pm; some
days I'm working to 3pm. It kind of depends on what i happen to have to accomplish for that day
and how heavy the tasks for that particular day are for that week. So, that’s kind of how I do it;
that’s my system.
Ari: I think that’s great. that goes along with a lot of what I tell people which is that you sort of batch
like hack together for the simple reason we really can’t multitask, I think actually you kind of
mentioned a study about that on your last podcast but people think they can multitask but they
really cant. So, if you can sort of give yourself a little bit of tunnel vision; just focus on one thing
for a little bit of time, that’s really what it takes. What I also like about your bucket method is that
you're really, it seems like you're pretty much maintaining a clear mind at all times until you have
to do something.
Ben: Yeah, exactly. Anytime anything comes across your radar whether it’s an email or a task, it’s
either something that you're addressing right then, meaning that I try not to use the flag function
in my email inbox too much. It’s like if I'm checking email, that’s my time to check email. So for
me it’s typically like a noon, 5 and 9pm scenario or a 9, noon, and 5pm scenario for checking
email and I limit myself to about three times a day. Now I know that when I'm checking my email
I am actually checking my email. So, I set up a good 30 to 60 minute time slot to be able to get
down to zero inbox, respond to anything that needs to be responded to and never look at any
email more than one time. The same can be set for articles. I'm either going to read that article
right then or else it’s going to get shoved into the bucket for the day on which that article belongs.
Everything though is accomplished with the idea that it’s going to go into your head, get
processed, and get out quickly. So, it’s always one of those things where you're keeping a clear
head and that’s just the way you live life and it’s tremendous.
Ari: One of the important things that I want to reiterate there what you said, for those listening, and
something that I've written about before is that part of being able to deal with this stuff, with
anything that comes your way – an email is a good example. It’s not just having systems in place
or having somebody prescreen your emails or your calls, it’s really knowing how you're going to
route things that come in. Whether it’s sending it to a virtual assistant or automatically forwarding
it to this service or sending it to be put into a Tuesday bucket, just having those pathways at your
disposal is what's really important about how you kind of manage the things that come your way.
Ben: Yeah, exactly. Related to that, I use a lot of folders; I use a lot of rules in my email inbox. I have,
gosh, probably like 50 different rules set up so that every single email that comes in, I use
4. AppleMail just because I like to have my emails on my computer not in a cloud so that I can
access stuff because I do a lot of travel on airplanes and I find myself o beaches, working
different places where I don’t have internet access. So I keep everything on my computer but I
use AppleMail, I have a ton of rules set up. Each email goes into a specific folder. For example,
I'm working on crowd sourcing the design for my next book right now, 399 designs. That means
that over the past couple of days, I've had to do a lot of communication with graphic designers
from 99 signs and in many cases, I need to check my email to see if a message has come in from
different individuals who are working on the book cover. Well, I created 99 designs folder and set
up a rule in AppleMail that every email that comes in that has any word in the body, 99 designs, is
going to go into that folder. Now, if I check my email more than my allotted three times during the
day to kind of be communicating with these designers who are working on a project, I'm not
distracted by emails from other people because I can just, when I check my email, only be
checking that 99 designs folder and nothing else. So, I'm not distracted by anything else. That’s
something that I use quite frequently when I'm working on tasks for which I know I'm going to
need to check email more often is all a check but then I’ll only make sure I'm only checking that
one folder where I'm looking for that important message to come in that I have a rule set up for to
send the email to that folder.
Ari: Right. So, filtering out that noise.
Ben: Yeah, exactly.
Ari: Differentiating from the essential and the optional; I love that. So, you're clearly producing a lot of
content and I know that having that clear mind is one of the things that makes you able to do that
and having all these methodologies in place but when you're doing the podcast and the writing
but like me, you're also a father and a husband. I know you have twins, just like I do, right?
Ben: That’s right, twin power.
Ari: Twin power and they are... you have two boys, right?
Ben: Yeah, my boys are five and I homeschool/unschool them.
Ari: Right. So that’s the next thing on my list. Just for those listening, I have two 5month olds that are
twins and a 21 month old named Ben, actually. So, three boys and you got your two boys; it’s an
interesting experience in the household. I recently have been thinking that I need to change my
job title to penis detailer because I think that pretty much all I do all day is clean penises. I don’t
know if I could bleep that out, but...
Ben: I don’t know if you could bleep that out either but just on the side, totally random thought that
probably no podcast listener would thought they'd be hearing us speak about but are they
circumcised?
Ari: Yes, they are.
Ben: Okay and you're still cleaning penises? Amazing.
Ari: Well, you know, the poop goes everywhere….so.
5. Ben: Yeah, yeah, that’s true.
Ari: I got your favorite topic…
Ben: There you go; we've worked in circumcision and penises already.
Ari: And poop. First, on the Less Doing podcast.
Ben: Yes.
Ari: So, homeschooling, how the hell do you fit in homeschooling?
Ben: We use a curriculum called, Five in a Row, and we combine that with utilizing a lot of local field
trips and local sporting opportunities and teams for our kids. Today will be a perfect example,
actually. So, I do math and Thursday is our math day. What that means is that with our Five in a
Row curriculum that we use, what that means is that we have one story that we read to the kids
every day for five days in a row, each week. The story this week is, A Pair of Red Clogs, which is
a story that takes place in Japan. So, we've been teaching our kids about Japanese culture all
week. For example, Monday night, they helped mom make sushi. We had a traditional Japanese
dinner sitting cross-legged in the living room doing miso soup and sushi, listening to Japanese’s
music. Another thing they did that day was they worked with Japanese calligraphy and found
Japan on the globe and worked with Japan geography, stuff like so each day you're focusing on
aspects from that story. Anyways, to focus on today, there's a point in the story where the little
Japanese’s girl goes to the market and she is there looking at shoes seeing the price of shoes
and seeing these red clogs. So, for today our math lesson the boys are going to be setting up a
market. Now I like to take things to the next level in my homeschooling. So, what I’ll be doing is
we’re going to set up a market. Each of them are going to get to choose five toys that they own
and they're going to get to price those toys. They need to select toys of varying value and they're
going to learn how pricing works; basically how you place a different value on an item based off of
how important that item might be to you or to someone else. Then, we’ll take photographs of
each of the five items that they choose with my iPhone and then I’ll teach them how to list each of
those items on craigslist and eBay. They’ll sell them; they’ll get money and they’ll learn pricing.
They’ll learn math, they’ll learn value, they’ll learn market and it’s all tied into this book that we’re
reading during the week. That entire process will take us about an hour this afternoon to do, in
terms of them setting up the toys, us taking photographs and then putting them online and that’s
their homeschooling. That’s my portion of the homeschooling. Now, mom today will be working
on them a little bit with handwriting, a little bit with art so, there will be some other portions but
generally for me it comes out to about an hour to an hour and a half. There will be another half
hour that I will spend with them before bed where I’ll be teaching them some ethical lessons from
the story and we’re going to be talking about telling the truth because that’s another big
component. I usually work on more kind of like a moral lesson later on in the evening before bed.
Tomorrow, for example, what we’ll be doing is learning more about where Japan is specifically
that it is an eastern country. We’ll be learning about the direction east; I'm going to teach them
how to use a compass.
Ari: Wow.
Ben: Go up to our land and I'm going to set up a few little pieces of candy at various points out in the
forest and teach them how to orientate their way to those points. So, it’s a combination of
6. traditional kind of schooling learning methods, combined with storytelling and story learning,
combined with just getting out there and doing stuff. So, that’s the way I do it. I find it fun. I find
it motivating. For me, the commitment is about an hour or an hour and a half each day and I can
do that. That’s a doable chunk of time for me.
Ari: Time or not, I think that’s an amazing commitment that you’ve made. So, are they going to
continue homeschool throughout or you think they’ll go through a normal school at some point?
Ben: I was personally homeschooled, k-12…
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