Max Benson

Wow. Max Benson trial March 3rd, after more than four years.(These are the kind of timelines, that I'm used to for work. Truth wins in the end, and it's important to treat these cases, and life, like you're training for a marathon. Those who are corrupt, use a myriad of tactics to exhaust the innocent parties who speak up for accountability & reform. Self-care, fortitude, and stamina, are important.)

When I read this, I immediately signed the petition. You can too, in support.
CHANGE.org CAMPAIGN (sign here) https://lnkd.in/eWZqb9QJ

I know the truth, is always more than what is published. The CBS article, seems reasonable, as does TIME.
CBS NEWS https://lnkd.in/e-K4iGeA
TIME MAGAZINE https://lnkd.in/eQJi8iuj

I am outdated on ABA. I do know that when I was in it, for a year and a half, the students, they were moderately-severe, and it was 1-1. There was no restraining. In the boy I was the ABA Therapist to, he only escalated twice in that time, and NO violence. It is shocking to read about the Teachers in Max Benson's case, and the Nurse.

I know about El Dorado, and this case is interesting to me as well because it occurred there. I went to El Dorado in 2017, to handle a false DMV Citizen's Claim, that was thrown out of court, twice. In 2009 it was dropped; and in 2017, it was illegally put back on the docket (one cannot file beyond the 1 year statute), and dismissed a second time. That is one example, of corruption at play. In 2017, the Attorney who was "defending" actually told me she worked with children, and it was her game of "chess" to get them stricter sentences than they deserved, especially the innocent ones. I recorded the conversation, and reported her. She no longer practices in California, and can no longer abuse her position & hurt California juveniles.

That Attorney though, told me she knew who I was, and that she was connected to a Teacher who worked with Disabled Kids, who I had reported to the police for violence against Laura, his student. That man, told me he got off on manipulating and hurting his disabled kids, and that it was the perfect crime, because they could not express themselves to others in any way that would invalidate the teacher.

That Attorney & that Teacher, are typical Narcissists: Glib, Charming. You have to know what to look for + see details to observe that they're wolves in sheep's clothing. There must be better due diligence, and these archetypes must be removed from positions in teaching, healthcare, leadership.

One more thing about El Dorado. The city I went to in that County, the Town Square had a statue of a black man being hung. I was shocked. I asked a local about it, and they smiled, proud of it. NO THANK YOU. That is wrong. I wish that statue would be removed. I want Max's family to get the results that are most beneficial.

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Building Responsiveness into the understructure & meaning of communication

Building Responsiveness into the understructure & meaning of communication, creating implicit and evocative response.

Shifting from the Informative Channel as an Expert, into the Evocative Channel to produce rapport & response (change work).

This style, creates connection, and ultimately, empowerment.

2022 Labor Trafficking

Nearly a year ago, I reported Labor Trafficking & Tax Fraud to the Government as a journalist who was traveling. The numbers, are theft of $500,000 in one instance; $750,000 in another; $250,000 in a third. My first interview regarding these crimes, I was treated poorly, and I believe that government employee, committed fraud, after I read her report which intentionally changed my statements. I reported the fraud, AND KEPT GOING. By Q4 2022, I felt like I was being treated with respect, and "on the same side", as the investigators. There were many hearings, many twists and turns, as well as much harassment from perpetrators along the way.

There were several reports published. Some, accurate. Some, my data had been changed, and I had to fight for that too. "The Sun" seems to be shining now, as current updates, ARE verifying the fraud, which is a good thing. My part, I believe, is over. It was an exhausting "win". It did feel meaningful & worthwhile. It also showed me the inner workings of corrupt behavior, as I documented, photographed, and did forensics, on what was happening throughout the hearing process.

At first it felt like I was just doing the right thing. Then it felt "big", but important. When I spoke to an attorney about fraud laws, then it felt "huge" and nearly overwhelming. I chose to stick my nose to the paper, focus on audit & exhibits. I began my career in 2000 for a Wealth Management firm, and we reported to families, government, and court. Current battle was a different ball game, but when I ran into obstacles, I did my best to shift back into the old knowledge of court reporting. I wouldn't have realized the extent of the fraud, if the criminals didn't react the way they did. That was more than telling.

All healthy companies, follow the law. From my perspective. They pay for Tax Planning, set-up their accounting in advance to be in alignment with tax law. They account and report correctly. Good companies also treat people with respect, and value their human assets. Even companies that feel that laws need to be changed, in my experience, do it legally. Yes, with their pockets and connections, lobbying, etc. But it's all in the plan, and they do make change.

It's dishonest companies, that operate more like organized crime, or at least it seems that way, from what I've been seeing over the last couple of years (where of course my stance has to do with specific work, and should not be generalized, without more data).

The companies in my hearings, it was employees who asked for my help, after learning about my press portfolio. They were scared. They drew me in. The companies, were racketeering. Their "primary business" wasn't where their profits were coming from. Their "primary business", was committing fraud. It would be obvious, to anyone who knew about corporate financial management.

Unleash your untapped potential; auto-suggestion from Dr. Milton Erickson by Dr. Zeig

Unleash your untapped potential; auto-suggestion from Dr. Milton Erickson by Dr. Zeig.

2009-10 I was Financial Controller for Joby Energy, which merged with Google. I exited the company. I went on retreat in New York to meditate under Roshi David, then returned to San Francisco and started a Master's program under Dr. Marlene Mulder & Randal Churchill. I chose this, for multiple reasons, many not listed here.

(i) One had to do with travel, as planes made me nervous before. That pseudo "phobia" got resolved in 2010, and Q4 2022, I found out specifically why I'd had that reaction in the past, from events in 1985.
(ii) I wanted to feel more free in the kitchen, before I launched the start-up I'd invested in, a cooking school. That was wildly successful; turning 40K into multiple million.
(iii) I wanted to anchor the accumulation of therapy certificates I'd earned over the years, into a Master's. I achieved that, and became a member of The American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (which is currently expired).

These experiences, also clarified things for me. I was into hypnosis, for me. I AM into meditation, for me, and everyone who likes it too. I AM hooked, on Neuro-Linguistics. That was the direction, that I kept on growing with. (My NLPP certifications & membership, is current.)

(iv) I did NOT know that my subconscious desires related to Story Telling. Learning from Dr. Mulder, unlocked many profound things, to me, and transformed certain aspects of my work, from 2010 forward.

Every day, I daydream about making real stories relatable & transformative. Every month, I work on producing at least one presentation. (Most work to date, has been case work, so not generally available to the public.)

Dr. Milton Erickson, is a Psychiatrist, who achieved better results in change work, than many of his esteemed peers. He did this, due to several notable aspects, including:

• RAPPORT. He matches and mirrors, and meets the other person, where they currently are.
• AWARENESS. He sees them clearly, for who they are, and how they're showing up. (In contrast, some practitioners, are concerned with their agenda, and making the client fit into their box. This, is always wrong, in my book.)
• LISTENING. He listens to the person. REALLY listens. They give him the details, and the answers, about what is happening, and what is inside of them. Because he listens, and feeds it back to them, he gives them recognition, and helps build a bridge, for the journey they're about to take.
• UTILIZATION. He builds the other person up, including strengths & tools, they already have, already possess, are already inside. There are many ways to get to a goal, or new plateau. He works WITH the person with what is relatable and useful, instead of trying to change them.

Erickson's tools, are super fun, and I find them, exceptionally valuable. He & Dr. Bandler, utilize neuro-linguistics, a practical tool, that assists in improving people & outcomes.