SPOTLIGHT FEATURE: SICK BUBBLEGUM TEXTURES- Lanai Jarrico Reporting…

Textures in Second Life are not only a big deal to builders but they play a huge role in creating the atmosphere for any location in the virtual world as well as aid in personal style. 

Everywhere we look, there are textures used to add character to any object. From detailed builds to the clothes your avatar wears, textures make it all possible.  Mauve Binder is a seasoned texture creator that has been in Second Life for over 6 years. Her creative designs are proudly displayed at her shop; Sick Bubblegum Textures. The SL Enquirer met up with Mauve to talk about her textures and what inspires her unique designs.

Interview with Mauve Binder

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Technology: Second Life (C) on Text-based Viewers – Stareyes Galaxy Reporting...

Metabolt Chat Screen

There are times when an avatar, logging on, is restricted to low-bandwidth connections. Mobile laptop connections, firewall issues, or just plain choice may be the deciding factors to switch to a non-graphic viewer. Fortunately, the Second Life third-party viewer (TPV) list includes such gems as METAbolt ® and Radegast ®.

Sometimes one has to make a choice whether to log on at all, or to use text-only viewers. One of the earliest text-only viewers was the famous AjaxLife that was developed by then 15-year-old Katharine Berry and gained wide popularity until it fell by the wayside, probably due to the demands of the upkeep. Today, the TPV list has two text-only viewers, METAbolt and Radegast.

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Introducing Style Kingdom Magazine©: A Fresh New Look into Second Life Fashion- Lanai Jarrico Reporting…

 Fashion is defined as a popular trend in the style of one’s attire and even manner.  

In the 19^th century, fashion houses began to emerge, usually created by male designers like Charles Frederick Worth who was the first designer to sew his label on garments he created. 

 In the 20^th century, most high fashion was originating from Paris and trickled into London. In the same century, Fashion magazines with photography became very popular in different countries. These publications would send their editors to Paris fashion shows. This gave rise to department stores that would purchase the latest fashions being showcased, stealing the designs, recreating and selling them at different locations. Fashion magazines were responsible for influencing the wide spread of fashion trends and effecting public taste.

Today, fashion design has become a competitive art form and is part of many of our daily lives and what sets us apart from others. It is a big deal in Second Life just as it is in the real world.  Without this form of creativity, people just like avatars would dress alike and it would be difficult for them to show their personal style. From high fashion couture, formal, casual and active to urban, beachwear, footwear, hair, accessories and fantasy garments; Second Life has a large selection of things to wear. What adds to personal style is attitude to pull off whatever we put together for a unique ensemble.

Dougie Boxen is CEO and publisher of Style Kingdom©. For a considerably new fashion publication, it currently boasts over 1000 reads so far for its latest issue.  SK is a non-profit magazine that aims to showcase the best styling talents in Second Life. August marks Style Kingdom’s 4^th issue. Each issue includes a note from the editor, gorgeous models, new faces in fashion, creative photography and descriptions of the latest trends available in Second Life.

The SL Enquirer sat down with Dougie Boxen to learn more about him and his new contribution to SL’s Fashion world.

Interview with Dougie Boxen

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Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island - August 21st

Listen to the shows at our website www.luversisland.com, on L.I.V. Stream during broadcasting times.

LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING

- 12 pm PDT| 21H CET Aminius Writer Live Performing
-  1 pm PDT| 22H CET Phoenix J. Live Performing

Or Directly on SecondLife at Pinkwater :
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Pinkwater/157/149/46

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The Paramount Players are at it again in "Aliens vs Cowboys." - August 23-24th

 

This Friday, August 23rd at Paramount Playhouse theater AND Saturday, August 24th at Seductive Dreamerz

Paramount Playhouse Theater SLURL
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Spirit%20Marina/228/176/21

 

Seductive Dreamerz

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Songbird%20Dreamz/145/65/28

Paramount Playhouse Group Invite:
secondlife:///app/group/aff49a43-7c03-4636-98eb-fd76b49ef4df/about

 

Paramount Playhouse Blog/Website:
http://paramountplayhouse.blogspot.com/

Paramount Playhouse on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Paramount-Playhouse/480138692073462

 

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Where Fantasy Meets Reality- Talking To The Creators Of The White Armory In SL ©- Colton Drechsler & Bee Dumpling – Orchids reports….

Make Fantasy Your Reality

We invite you to take a journey back to a time of the Knights...ack to a time of the Knights...

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Of Ladies and Hero's...Jousting and combat... Honor and nobility...

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Quests and conquering... Realms and Royalty

-      The White Armory

It is not always possible in RL to live out fantasies. But being in SL gives that outlet to us all. Historical re-enactment have been practiced for millennia. The ancient Romans, Han Chinese, and medieval Europeans all enjoyed occasionally organizing events in which everyone pretended to be from an earlier age. The White Armory is a place where historical and medieval times come alive. They have been here for 5 years and now plan to bring the fantasy into real life too!

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DADDY-O'S AT SUNSET STARS ANNOUNCES THEIR GRAND OPENING- AUGUST 24th STARTING AT 4 PM SLT.

                       http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sunset%20Stars/148/25/21

                           

After months of hard work Mark and Melissa Ussy are  pleased to announce the Grand Opening of Daddy-O's at Sunset Stars on August 24th from 4-8 PM SLT.

Starting at 4 PM SLT the incomparable Weeblewolf Pinion will be DJ'ing at our outside Tiki stage area. From 6-7 PM SLT come hear one of the best live performers on SL - David Southseas Miles. Playing the piano and singing some of your favorite songs.

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Avie Poll: The People Who Make SL - Tea Couturier Reporting...

Second Life is made up of different people from around the world, who come together in SL and create a community where we live, work and socialize together. 

We also form bonds as family and friends.  Second Life is a place to create a world for ourselves where anything is possible.

I wanted to know and hear it from the people who live in SL about their views on Second Life and what made them join. First I spoke to Mr Zeke Canucci with his wife. They were looking for a new house.

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'Medium Rare' Book Signing, You're Invited!- October 29, 2013 6-8pm est- Save the Date!

Join us as Linda Lauren will be hosting a Book Signing and Party at The Algonquin Roundtable in New York City on  October 29, 2013 from 6pm-8pm

for questions and RSVP info email: info@LindaLauren.com

or call 908-518-9001 (US)

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Gaming in SL: Vegas in Second Life- Piers Diesel Reporting...

Second life as long as I can remember has had a gaming culture. There have been place where you can gamble and win Lindens and sometimes lose Lindens. That is what makes it a gamble.  Casinos are illegal in Second Life and have been banned but there are places that you can still participate in gaming that does not go against the TOS.

Whatever your views are on this activity in Second Life, to make SL a world which equals Real life in certain aspects, contests of chance where you can win money, is very popular in Second Life and will always be.

 To find out what kind of money was being played at these venues, I went down to 3 different types of gaming facilities, offering different lay outs and unique games.

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Adventures of Snake VII- Ccoursey Reporting…

            We had started our family, our clan, and things were coming together.  Kimber was awesome.  Snake showed a bit of interest in her, but Poet stepped in and stomped that…  That ended up backfiring and Kimber and Poet became a bit more than friends.  ::Sighs::  I think that was the point where Snake decided we should be more than friends.  He started getting friskier and more free with his comments.  We would take the two out hunting, shopping, or spend a bit teaching them about the club.  I was usually with Poet and Kimber with Snake.  I loved them.  I am tenderhearted anyway, but I became attached fast, because they were as excited about everything as I was.  We had very little in common, but it was the fact we were taking the journey of Second Life together and relying on each other that bonded us.  

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Phishing Scam Reported By Raffaella Genovese- 8/16/13

“THERE IS A PHISHING SCAM GOING AROUND SL WHERE THEY GO INTO GROUPS AND TELL U TO CLICK ON A LINK. IT WILL LEAD YOU TO YOUR LOG IN PAGE THEN STEAL YOUR AVATAR MONEY AND EVERYTHING ELSE PLEASE BE CAUTIOUS!  HUGS LOVE ALL OF U”

 - Raffaella Genovese

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SLE Police Report: A silent pushing mime narrowly misses a bitch slap from Lanai

On the evening of August 15,2013 , fawaaz2013, a practicing mime of sorts (without the makeup) entered the SL Enquirer media center with a suspicious backpack and what appeared to be an idle arm sticking straight up in the air. 

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From Boot Hill to the OK Corral- Jenna Odisark Reporting…

  

Throughout Second Life you’ll find many opportunities for immersing yourself into another time, place or situation… called ‘role play’. 

One of the genre’s that is quite popular is putting yourself into the Old West. When thinking of that time period one of the first places that comes to mind is Tombstone with its historic real life legends and stories. Tombstone has been the subject in an untold number of books, TV shows, movies… and even before then had been the setting for dozens and dozens of what was known as “Dime Novels” which were the comic books of early America.

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Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island - August 17th

Listen to the shows at our website www.luversisland.com, on L.I.V. Stream during broadcasting times.

LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING

- 1 pm PDT| 22H CET Phoenix J. Live Performing
- 2 pm PDT| 23H CET Picker Apogee Live Performing

Or Directly on SecondLife at Pinkwater :
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Pinkwater/157/149/46

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RA YA Designs is Taking Mesh to the Next Level- Piers Diesel Reporting...

In Second Life mesh has come leaps and bounds from clothing, shoes and hair to furniture houses and accessories.

However, there is something I discovered which uses mesh in another format that is very clever; mesh avatar models!

 You may have seen them around the grid. They can be in the shape of an avatar on the floor, draped over chairs or objects. Their appearance is very realistic and attention to detail has definitely not been spared. To me this has taken mesh out of the norm and to a whole new level.

To find out a bit more about the creator of RA YA Designs, I contacted Ryan3D Resident to tell me a bit about these mesh models and also about himself.

Interview with Ryan3D Resident

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Farewell Bliss Couture - Tea Couturier Reporting...

Bliss Couture is sadly closing its doors after 6 years of being one of the Second Life’s  top fashion houses.

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Paramount Playhouse Presents Aliens vs Cowboys on Friday August 16, 2013 @ 6 pm slt

The Paramount Players take their newest show on the road to Seductive Dreamerz. Come join us for an evening of classy but sassy entertainment as we perform our latest burlesque show "Aliens VS Cowboys" at 6 pm SL this Friday, August 16th. 

We bring you strippers from outer space and cowpokes down on the range! From Star Trek to Ghost Riders, from Dr Who to Saving horses, our show has it all. Come to enjoy the music, the acts, the humor, the stripping and skin. Lots of Very Talented Skin to make you smile. Watch our troupe dance for your entertainment and enjoyment!

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Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island - August 14th

Listen to the shows at our website www.luversisland.com, on L.I.V. Stream during broadcasting times.

LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING

- 3 pm PDT| 00H CET Maximillion Kleene Live Performing Acoustic Guitar 

Or Directly on SecondLife at Pinkwater :
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Pinkwater/157/149/46

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DEXLER CLUB CLOSES ON SECOND LIFE Nomads Aries Reporting…

July 25th, 2013 was a very sad day for some Second Life residents. It was the day the Dexler Club closed its doors. In SL, clubs come and go frequently and many venues fall by the wayside. A club's closing is not uncommon.

 Dexler was a well established and long running club. If you have been in SL for some time, no doubt you have heard of the Dexler Club.

The Dexler club was owned by Karina Dexler and began in 2009. It wasn't long after that, Dexler took its place as one of the strongest, most professional clubs in the virtual world of SL. The club had a regular spot in the Destinations Guide; their traffic was “real traffic”, never padded by bots. Their music was varied; their djs and hosts were international and always professional. The staff treated everyone and each other with respect, politeness and kindness. Dexler ran like a well oiled machine 24 hours a day, 7 days a week until July 25^th 2013.

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Sunburst Premier Entertainment- The 5th Anniversary of Sunburst Blazin1.FM Caribbean Carnival- August 28-31st

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Shon Larsson, Owner/CEO

Sunday, August 11, 2013

Plans Underway for The 5^th Anniversary Sunburst Blazin1.FM Caribbean Carnival

Sunburst Premier Grid Entertainment in conjunction with TheBlazin1.fm radio hosts its annual Caribbean carnival, and celebrating the 5^th year anniversary of producing this event for the Second Life residents.  The events begin on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 and conclude with the main Caribbean carnival on Saturday, August 31, 2013 at multiple locations.

The Sunburst Caribbean carnivals began in 2008 when I noticed there were hardly any celebrations during the weeks of carnival in Second Life.  Since that time for the next 4 consecutive years, the staff of Sunburst Premier Ent. with the support of some of the most thoughtful and generous sponsors on the grid, have produced a day long full Caribbean carnival to the enjoyment of hundreds of SL residents to date.   Oohlala Sassoon, Owner of Ooh-La-La Skins responded when asked why does she want to sponsor this event: "Blazin' 1 FM has done so much over the years to contribute to bring Caribbean cultural awareness to Second Life, and it just makes sense to sponsor an organization that has shown this much longevity. I salute Shon's work and it just made sense to participate."

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EGOISME: A Revolution in Men's Fashion

The Overall are created to showcase the amazing additional details that Molten Mesh can bring to an outfit.




With or without top tank option, they fit your shape and expose your perfect body. Ten different High Quality Resolution fabrics are the touch to complete this new great release by Egoisme.

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A Baker’s Dozen of Stareryes Galaxy’s Articles

A baker’s dozen is said to be twelve of today’s bakeries and one of yesterdays. This time, as Stareyes looks back on the dozen articles she has written before today’s one, it’s the other way ‘round.

I am just an ordinary girl, out there on Second Life © (SL) on my own. I have always relied on the kindness of strangers, and luckily, I have been able to stay out of trouble. Idling away just isn’t my style, and I have always been eager to find purpose in my ventures in SL.

It took a little over three years on SL for me to find a job that matched my abilities. In the beginning, I had just a few modeling gigs after which my funds were dwindling slowly but steadily. Soon, I felt that doing hunts and scouting for freebies was not the best way to go about Second Life. I started writing in the beginning of May 2013 when the Editor of SLE, Lanai Jarrico hired me on a free-lance basis. Since the first article was published, I have not looked back – until today.

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Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island - August 10th

Listen to the shows at our website www.luversisland.com, on L.I.V. Stream during broadcasting times.

LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING

- 1 pm PDT| 22H CET Sassy-Nitely Live Performing
- 2 pm PDT| 23H CET Rock Doghouse Live Performing
- 3 pm PDT| 00H CET Phillip Moura Live Performing Acoustic Guitar 

Or Directly on SecondLife at Pinkwater :
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Pinkwater/157/149/46

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BOSL'S August 2013 Issue is Out!

THE BEST OF SL MAGAZINE AUGUST 2013 ISSUE

●Erik Bayn: Mr.VW13 is friendly. fun and fabulous!

●Oceania Breedables: dive into a new breedable.

●Skin Deep: luxe leather fashion/

●Donna Flora: BOSL salutes the queen of vintage.

●Area 54: art and clubbing collide and more!

Check it out!

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SL Newser: SOPA Proposal to Declare Unauthorized Streaming a Felony is Back

Some bad news for Second Life radio. About two years since originally being shot down with SOPA, a proposal to make a felony the streaming of copyrighted works without the expressed permission of those holding the copyright is back.

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Paramount Playhouse Presents Aliens Vs. Cowboys- Friday, August 9th 6pm SLT

Come join us for an evening of classy but sassy entertainment as we at Paramount Playhouse dance in our newest show "Aliens vs Cowboys" at  6 pm SL this Friday, August 9th. 

We bring you strippers from out space and cowpokes down on the range! From Star Trek to Ghost Riders, from Dr Who to Saving horses, our show has it all. Come to enjoy the music, the acts, the stripping and skin. Watch our troup dance for your entertainment and enjoyment!

http://slurl.com/secondlife/Spirit%20Marina/228/176/21

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Spotlight on TRESOR COUTURE; the Re-invention of Affordable Elegance for the Fashion Diva in Second life on August 16 ©- Orchids Reporting…

“The phoenix must burn to emerge.”

-       Janet Fitch(White Oleander)

The word "couture" immediately conjures up the image of a highly exclusive designer and clientele whose capacity for creation is considered highly unique and off the beaten track. Couture fashion in the real world and in second life to a great extent comes at an interesting decline in the pocket contents. Few people can really afford clothing at such prices. Fashion and taste is not an exclusive to any group. A fashionista may be lurking in the heart of that waitress making ends meet. SL is fantastic in its concept that anyone can be the diva which their heart sees for a fraction of the cost of real life. Here at Tresor Couture their main goal is to make high end quality fashion at affordable prices for the second life of the fashion diva. They have been here a long time and now it’s a time for re-invention.

Interview with Karensunshine Renierd (karensunshine.emerald) and Julya Lykin-Bishop (julya.lykin)

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Touring Educational Museum’s in Second Life- Tea Couturier Reporting...

In SL I decided to take in a bit of culture and see what SL has to offer on an educational aspect. I was pleasantly surprised to find places that I found fascinating and also interesting.

My first stop was the Andy Warhol Exhibition at University of Delaware.

Andy Warhol is perhaps most readily associated with silkscreened visages of celebrities ranging from Marilyn Monroe to Chairman Mao. But these represent only a small part of Warhol’s prolific oeuvre. Born in 1928 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Andrew Warhol studied design at the Carnegie Institute of Technology (today, Carnegie Mellon University). When he graduated, he went to New York City, where he launched a successful career as a commercial artist and shortened his name to Warhol.

At the University of Delaware Andy Warhol: Behind the Camera is the first of several smaller exhibitions in the West Gallery that will examine specific facets of the University Museums collections. It gives you the opportunity to see his collection if you’re a lover of art when you may have never been able to.

A good place to have a day out.

http://slurl.com/secondlife/University%20of%20Delaware/66/198/29

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Music in SL: Interview with Leo McLaglen and the Bands of Alts - Piers Diesel Reporting...

In Second Life we are a world within a virtual world. 

People from across the globe, log into this virtual platform every day.  Others come here due to what they have seen in the news, heard in the media or are invited by friends.  Many people also come here to make money or just to socialize with people from all over the world that they may have never had the opportunity to meet in Real Life.

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Tune In to a Live Stream Broadcast by Luver's Island - August 7th

Listen to the shows at our website www.luversisland.com, on L.I.V. Stream during broadcasting times.

LIVE EVENTS HAPPENING

- 01 pm PDT | 22H CET Tukso Okey Live Performing

- 02 pm PDT | 23H CET Dennis Deveaux Live Performing

Or Directly on SecondLife at Pinkwater :
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Pinkwater/157/149/46

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A Rock Star in SL and RL: Meet Wayne Davis- Tea Couturier Reporting...

In SL it is neat when you can find an artist who has performed in RL with other well-known performers. Whiles looking around for something to do in Second Life (c)  I came across Wayne Davis.  After his concert in SL, I decided to have a chat with him about who he was, not only in SL, but also in RL and also to learn more about his life in both worlds

Interview with Wayne Davis

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BREAKING NEWS! There is a sloppy BOB THE BUILDER Griefer on the Loose!

SLE POLICE REPORT -Lucifer Skizm- 8/6/13

It has been reported to the SL Enquirer that a Bob the Builder type of griefer escaped from a local  SL quarantine  recently and has been running amuck across the grid. Witnesses say they saw what allegedly appears to be a local clown, Lucifer Skizm defacing property belonging to Glossom Jonesford. 

Apparently Mr. Lucifer decided it was cool to take his shovel and start excavating land around a home that did not belong to him as well as board up windows and drop random objects and a  flea infested bed around like a slob.

The victim is shaken up and can’t imagine the atrocities that took place on that, in her quiet humble home. It appears this griefer used her residence to do his dirty deeds and leave his mark. Hazmat has been called to the scene.

Please be on high alert. Lucifer might be traveling with two goon accomplices; Annice coba and Demerol Texan. If anyone has any information on the whereabouts of this griefer, please don’t get to close.  Call your local pest control unit or take matters into your own hands by muting and banning this festering clown.

Got a griefer to report? Contact Lanai Jarrico

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Vintage Fashion Finds a Home- Jenna Odisark Reporting…

For those into role play or portraying different historical eras you will be excited to find out that there is a new vintage and retro. One of the most difficult areas of doing role play in a vintage time period is to find the proper fashion to wear.

 This new endeavor is a partnership with Old Time Prims and 1920's Berlin. Frau Jo Yardley and Mila Edelman have teamed up and are opened a new sim for supplying the retro and role play communities. The name is Old Time Prims.  It is a simple, basic straight to the point name, and one that is known as a place for vintage fashion for some time in Second Life. The new sim is striving to be the ultimate place to shop for vintage and retro clothes and items. They cover pretty much everything between the Victorian era and the 1960s.

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Depression And Suicide In SL Part 4 - Road to Recovery – Talking to Voice Restless © - Orchids Reports…

        Talking to the Two sides of … the Same Voice. Shadow and light are two sides of the same coin. One cannot exist without the other…

-Princess Zelda

There are two sides to all of us. We let the world see one side and one we don’t. Even the most open and honest one definitely has something … yes … something that you do not let the world see. You don’t lie but you do hide. The one who treats us, the physician, is also fallible. The person who rises out of those fallacies and sets out to help and the others, is one who has understood the true meaning of life. This is for all of you there who are doing so.

Professional Voice:

Orchids: Voice Restless in RL…

Voice: I'm a Clinical Neuropsychologist in training, hoping to get my degree somewhere in the coming year. I have always been fascinated by what is 'normal' and what is considered to be a 'psychiatric disorder', Where do you draw the line, when approximately 80% of the population comes into contact with a psychiatrist at least once in their lives? When are psychological problems 'normal' and when are they 'clinical'? And, more importantly, how can you help people when they suffer from psychological problems?

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