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Talking about Elixir and the Erlang VM with José Valim
November 30, 2013 pdincau Leave a comment
Hello! CodeMesh 2013 is coming and if you are planning to attend this wonderful event you may have the chance of learning more about Elixir from his creator: José Valim. For those of you who will not be able to be in London the 4th, 5th December I prepared this interview to José. In the interview we talked about Elixir, its roots in the Erlang VM and the future of this newborn language. Enjoy! 😀
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Paolo – Hello José! It is a great thing to have you here in my blog for an interview. Would you like to introduce yourself in few words?
José – Hello Paolo! In few words, I am co-founder of Plataformatec, a consultancy based in Brazil and the creator of the Elixir programming language!
Paolo – José, you were previously known for you work in the Ruby on Rails Core Team. What was you experience with Erlang before writing Elixir? Why did you decide to write a new language and for what reason did
you choose the Erlang VM?
José – Before writing Elixir, I already had a good knowledge of the Erlang language and the Erlang VM. At the time, I was unhappy with the tools available to solve the concurrency issues in the Ruby ecosystem and the fantastic Seven Languages in Seven Weeks book helped me lay out the options out there. After reading the book, it solidified my opinion that the Erlang VM is one of the best environments to build and deploy robust concurrent software (my goals at the time).
After digging deeper into the Erlang language, I missed some of the flexibility and constructs that I find important in my toolbox, like meta-programming and polymorphism, as well as a better unicode support and other things, which led me to write Elixir.
Paolo – Elixir is based on the Erlang VM but has a syntax close to Ruby: for what reasons an Erlang developer should learn Elixir? What about Ruby developers?
José – Erlang developers know quite well syntax is often one of the first things that come up when discussing a new language. So while the syntax is similar to Ruby, the semantics are mostly from the Erlang VM. So leaving syntax out, an Erlang developer would find appeal in Elixir if he/she misses the same tools I missed when I started it. For example, we provide a macro system which gives developers the ability to meta-program, i.e. to write code that generates code. Another example is polymorphism, where Elixir provides something called protocols, heavily inspired by Clojure's protocols, which allows developers to provide well-defined extension points in their libraries.
It is hard to explain such features in broad terms, so let me try to give some examples. Erlang developers are familiar with typespecs. In Elixir, we also have typespecs, except they were all implemented in Elixir itself using macros. There is no language extension because macros give users the ability to access and modify existing code. Another good example of macros is how we embed the unicode database into Elixir, at compilation time, which allows us to speed up many Elixir string operations by avoiding work at runtime.
Elixir also aims to provide a tidier standard library. For example, we provide an Enum module that is able to enumerate (i.e. map, fold, take, etc) all the collections in the language and such module is powered by protocols: Elixir knows how to enumerate your collection as long as you implement a protocol. After all, it is preferable to have a small set of functions that work well with a handful of collections than a completely different set of APIs for each data structure.
For any other developer, be a Ruby, Java, Python or Javascript programmer, learning Elixir means learning the semantics in the Erlang VM and all the amazing tooling existent for building robust, concurrent, fault-tolerant applications and that is more than enough reason for giving it a go.
Paolo – I have read the enthusiastic blog post "A week with Elixir" by Joe Armstrong. I also know that you are giving several talks around the world about Elixir. What kind of feedback do you receive from the Erlang community?
José – In general the feedback is quite good as the community agrees that the power lies on the Erlang VM and, while Elixir offers a slightly different perspective on it, the more developers using the Erlang VM translates into more knowledge, tools and enthusiasm in the ecosystem altogether.
Paolo – Some of our readers maybe want to contribute to some open source project based on Elixir. Do you want to suggest some projects in particular?
José – The community is still very young so the best suggestion right now is to try to solve a problem and see if there are any tools available and, if not, wright your own! We see some efforts converging though, we already have an "official" monad library, another for talking to postgresql, other to work with data and time, and so on.
Also I want to point out that Elixir is mostly written in Elixir, with the exception of a dozen of macros that we call "special forms". This makes it very easy to contribute to Elixir itself, once you start learning the language!
Paolo – The 4th and 5th December you will give a talk at Code Mesh 2013. The talk title is: "Ecto: A language integrated query for Elixir". Can you give to our readers some insights on you talk?
José – Besides the keynote about programming and Elixir, which I will give with Dave Thomas, I will also talk about Ecto.
In a nutshell, Ecto is a language integrated query to talk to relational databases in Elixir, heavily inspired by LINQ (from .NET). The goal of the talk is to introduce Ecto but, more importantly, also show how features provided by Elixir made the implementation of Ecto in the first place!
Paolo – Looking at the future: what should we expect from the new Elixir releases? In which part of the language will you focus the most?
José – In the short-term, we want to integrate with maps (when Erlang R17 comes out) while we work on a solid logging system to be shipped with the language, that builds on Erlang's logger. Once that is done, we will release Elixir v1.0.
After Elixir v1.0 is out, we have many options to explore and the interesting thing is that we can explore those outside of the language, because macros give us all support we need. Some plans include providing better comprehensions, improving how we work with nested data structures, support to discriminated unions and more!
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This coming Wednesday at The New School, German artist Christian Jankowski will give a talk on his career and work at 6:30pm in the Tishman Auditorium. (Students get in for free, so be sure to bring your student IDs!) Jankowski works in a variety of media, including video, installation, photography, performance, and sculpture, often engaging aspects of his personal life as his subject matter. In 1997, for a piece called Let's get physical/digital, Jankowski and his girlfriend Una, he in Stockholm and she in Milan, set up a chat room on the web where they met daily. These instant-message exchanges were then translated into German and Swedish, and given to seven pairs of actors, who played out the two roles in a series of vignettes that were videotaped, subtitled in English, and broadcast on the Web. Exhibiting the playful humor more typical of Jankowski's pieces is Telemistica (1999), created for the 1999 Venice Biennale and now on view in the exhibition Broadcast at Pratt Manhattan Gallery. For this piece, the artist phoned Italian psychics on their live television shows and asked them questions about his artwork, such as how it would fare at the Biennale. Jankowski's stilted and awkward conversations with psychics in his non-native Italian jokingly mock artistic inspiration and success. Jankowski's work is also currently on view at the Doris C. Freedman Plaza in Central Park, where a trio of life-sized, bronze figures, titled Living Sculptures: Caesar, Dali Woman, El Che are positioned just outside the Park's entrance. The figures are modeled after three professional street performers the artist observed in Barcelona presenting themselves as the likenesses of Rome's Caesar, the revolutionary leader Che Guevara, and a woman inspired by Salvador Dali's figure known as "The Anthropomorphic Cabinet Woman." At Central Park, the sculptures are placed in such a way as to suggest that an invisible triangle connects them; they seem to converse quietly with one another, making them less like static bronze statues and more lifelike and animated, similar to the street performers who often position themselves on the island across the street and pose as famous icons such as the Statue of Liberty.
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Google chairman Eric Schmidt seems to have trolled a lot of people.
Earlier Thursday, at a conference in India, he was asked if Google Now, Google's predictive search product, would be coming to the iPhone.
His answer: "You'll need to discuss that with Apple. Apple has a policy of approving or disapproving apps in its store. Some of the apps we make they approve and some of them they don't."
That sure makes it seem like Google submitted an app to Apple, but it's stuck in Apple's app approval limbo.
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Despite the fact that Apple has approved almost a million iOS apps, there's this persistent notion that it has impossible standards for the App Store and it arbitrarily screws over developers. Google, on the other hand, is seen as having an open app store where all apps are welcome. While Google's Play store is quite open, the truth is Apple's App Store isn't all that closed.


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Your confined-to-home (or assisted living or nursing home) parent, just wants to have fun! You are focused on their safety, finances, medical treatment, medications, privacy, nutrition and therapy. You busy yourself with monitoring their progress (or decline) and doing everything in your power to keep them comfortable. You worry about their reduced energy level, increasing fatigue, physical weakness and variable mental status. But do you know how important it is for them to just have fun? To laugh deeply, live in the moment, to briefly not be just old and frail, to forget pain?
OK, so what can you do? I know that you are thinking, well, they can't do that much, but you might be surprised at all the options. Too often thoughtful families accommodate so much to their senior's weakening state that they overlook how much they can do and enjoy! While it's good to try to bring the world to them with visits, letters, phone calls and email, it's also important and possible to keep bringing them out in the world. Of course, it may involve more work for you — transporting walker or wheelchair, assisting in/out of cars and doors, walking slowly, negotiating steps carefully, finding bathrooms, keeping him/her dry, warm (or cool) — so be prepared for a different pace and smaller goals. And some cajoling might be needed to just get going.
Mini-field trips
The first trip to a small local department store just before Christmas involved a little arm twisting. But once there, lights, perfume, soft velvety fashions and just ahead a decorated Christmas tree, worked their magic. She wheeled ahead, touching, smelling, exclaiming. Onward through silky lingerie, cute children's clothes and glittering jewelry. At about the hour mark, like Cinderella, she was done. She relived it all week.
Recently she and I went to a small jewelry store 10 minutes from her home – she had favorite rings that needed resizing. Instead of just taking them for her, I invited her to come along. For the first time in a long time she became the customer, the center of attention. Soon she asked for a chair, her shopping done. But for her it was a big accomplishment, an errand, like in the old days she so misses.
My father-in-law loved an afternoon drive looking at properties we were considering purchasing. He was curious about these houses we described, their yards, their roofs, the neighborhoods. Since we didn't even bring his wheelchair or get out of the car, it was like a guided tour. "I've been in that house" he'd say. "This was always a good neighborhood" he'd remember. "Let's see what they are building on that hill." Other mini trips for him were to the cemetery where his wife was buried, their first house in that area and a volunteer organization they founded. He remembered being a neighbor, a businessman, a father and a contributer to the community.
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OCD in Elderly for Caregivers
By Cheryl Ellis, Staff Writer @ caregiver.com
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is defined in part by the Merck Manual as "anxiety provoking thoughts and urges." While the publication (a staple in the medical field for years) notes that symptoms are not often prominent in the elderly, caregivers may disagree.
Early stage Alzheimer's patients may obsess about minor issues, such as the garbage being taken out. In some cases, it may become a "chicken or the egg" question as to which came first, the OCD or Alzheimer's.
Since part of OCD involves performing repetitive tasks that balance the anxiety (using hand sanitizer repeatedly to avoid germs), it may not be immediately visible that there is an obsessive component to the elder's thought process. Grandma may spend twenty minutes wiping out the bathroom sink after she has gone to the bathroom. Part of her extended cleaning out of the sink may be due to poor vision, or remembering something from a past not known by current family.
Elder folks who can identify "habits" begin to disassemble the cycle of worry that accompanies OCD. Dorothy, who is well into her seventies and a former nurse, mentions that she has several "habits" that have cropped up since her husband passed away. "I'll just go right to the refrigerator in the middle of the night, not turning on the light. That's a HABIT." She's noted others, such as waking up several times in the middle of the night. During family visits, she wakes hardly at all, and concludes she's conditioned herself to associating being alone with needing to wake up.
A bright woman who applied much rational thought and association in her nursing career, she is still able to do so today. Dorothy emphasizes that recognizing a habit is one thing. "Doing something about it, well that's another!"
It's evident that the key to her dealing with these habits is making a connection; but more importantly, she has removed the anxiety component. Acceptance of these behaviors and the knowledge that she will break them when she chooses give her a sense of autonomy.
Caregivers can work toward helping their older family members retain a sense of self-control by remaining calm when "habit" strikes. When Grandma spends 20 minutes cleaning the sink, she can be asked "What makes you do such a good job?" This will open the door for her to make her own connection as to why. The caregiver may learn about the past ("My grandfather was in the military and we had to make sure it was clean and sparkling"). Or they may learn about a contemporary occurrence ("I heard my son say the place is a mess. I don't want him to think I'm a burden").
In either case, an artful question combined with a compliment may draw out information. It also allows caregivers to begin the process of reassurance which can decrease anxiety.
OCD is designated as an anxiety disorder, and any type of stress reduction technique that is agreeable to the person and caregiver can help tremendously. Aromatherapy, guided meditation, relaxing music and changes in diet (like reducing caffeine) are alternative methods of stress reduction that may have some impact.
Howard Hughes, famous eccentric billionaire, suffered from OCD. Those who have seen the movie "The Aviator" or who remember accounts from decades before have an idea of how bizarre this individual became. While most people live undocumented lives, we can look at the experiences of individuals in public power to relate to.
The Anxiety Disorders Association of America (http://www.adaa.org/) has a great deal of information to educate the layperson on anxiety in OCD, as well as other types of anxiety. Caregivers may find themselves developing a generalized anxiety disorder in response to the OCD disorder for those they are caring for.
Remember that when elders switch locations (moving in with a child, or to assisted living), they are going "out of the box" and stress factors increase. This increase in stress may turn Mom's "habit" of cleaning when she is a little nervous into a full blown obsession over time. Work on the root cause, always.
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Compulsive hoarding or collecting may have developed from not having enough basic supplies during younger years. The cliché "salad days" may literally have meant that there were only vegetables from the garden to eat. A parent who always made sure there was plenty of food in the house may now not only have 65 cans of green beans (bought at scratch and dent warehouses), but stacks of newspaper coupons that are beyond the expiration date.
Instead of cleaning house in one fell swoop, try getting the elder to focus on the abundant stores they have, and how they can help others who are less fortunate. Some caregivers may have tremendous stress when it comes to dealing with the situation. At that point, calling in the "cavalry" of friends and associates who offer vague help is in order.
"I need you to help by going through Dad's canned goods to find out which ones are expired or near expiration. Can you go with us to donate them to the local shelter?"
Any problems with compulsive hoarding require help. The Obsessive Compulsive Foundation has a website (http://www.ocfoundation.org/hoarding/) designed to guide caregivers. Support groups and other information can be found there. From that point, work on recruiting friends and family to help you with this issue. In the case of animal hoarding, the local Humane Society may be of help. Never, ever give any pet (hoarded or just a small excess) to anyone you do not know, or to any shelter that you do not know.
Even caregivers can have some obsessive compulsive traits develop with the day-to-day caregiving of an OCD elder. Look through information to see where you may have borderline events, too. By working through your own, smaller issues, you may silently be helping your loved one.
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Careful In The Kitchen
By Jennifer Bradley, Staff Writer
The best place to be as a child was in Grandma's kitchen, especially when she's taking a fresh tray of cookies out of the oven. Sneaking a bite of cookie dough was a must for any youngster. Grandma may have thought nothing of it then, but today, the risks of eating raw eggs are well known. For seniors, these stakes are even higher. A caregiver may be today's gateway to good health for their loved one, starting at the basic knowledge of food safety.
My, how times have changed
It's safe to say that the way the world "goes round" in 2010 is much more advanced than it was 10 years ago, at the turn of the century. A decade can make a big difference. In 2000, the Internet was just taking shape. Today, it's a necessity for almost all people's daily lives. So, if a decade can change things, what about four, or five, even more? Some loved ones may be reaching into their 80s or 90s, and in the 1950s or 60s, when they were raising their families, doing most of their own baking and cooking, life was a lot different.
The way food is produced, harvested, distributed and prepared has evolved hand-in-hand with technology. Scientific advances have shown that new and dangerous bacteria and viruses can be found in foods; these microorganisms were not even known years ago. Food modification, mass production and mass distribution have led people away from homegrown, fresh vegetables and meat, leading almost all to rely on others, even those long distances away, to provide for their daily nutritional needs.
Science has identified illnesses that can come from food, as well as ways people in the later years of life are more susceptible to contracting foodborne health issues. A caregiver has the responsibility to know and respect the way a loved one used to live, while teaching and helping them understand the way they must live to be healthy today.
Special Risks for Seniors
Foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning, can be serious, even fatal. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every year 76 million people fall ill, 325,000 are hospitalized, and 5,000 die from food-related infections and illness in the United States. Many of these victims are very young, very old, or have weakened immune systems, unable to fight infection normally.
Seniors have always been grouped with the "women and children" crowd. This has been for good reason; they are able to catch germs easier and also hold onto them longer. Age causes changes in a body, slowing the food digestion process. The stomach and intestinal tract process foods slower, and a loved one's liver and kidneys are slower to rid their body of toxins. This even alters a person's sense of taste and smell. Added to the natural effects of aging, all chronic illnesses, and medications, and the unwelcome addition of food poisoning can become very serious very fast. Vigilance when handling, preparing and consuming foods is important for a loved one to have. For caregivers, awareness and education are crucial.
Are You Sick?
Teaching a loved one when to recognize they are experiencing a negative reaction to food will help identify the problem after the fact. First, caregivers must understand that there is a wide range of time that can pass between eating food with harmful bacteria and the onset of symptoms.
Usually, foodborne illness takes one to three days to develop. The common assumption is that it's caused by a person's last meal. This may be true, but not necessarily. There are many factors to consider, including the type of bacteria which was in the affected food. The range of time could be from 20 minutes to 6 weeks, at extreme circumstances. Even then, it's possibly a different illness. Some common symptoms of food poisoning are feeling sick to the stomach, vomiting or diarrhea. Others could be flu-like, including a fever as well as head and body aches. Professionals suggest a caregiver check with their loved one's doctor if they suspect food is to blame for an illness.
Eating In
It used to be all foods were grown at home. Today's younger generations are trying to return to a semblance of that lifestyle; but for most, climate and convenience will never leave them completely independent for all food. Many elderly loved ones will remember the days gone by when they ate the same potato they dug the hole in the ground for and planted months prior. There was no need to worry about exactly where food came from. Because of this, a loved one may have a greater trust for food than the rest of society, or greater distrust.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration offers some guidelines for proper food prep at home. First, "clean." Wash hands and surfaces often and well. Bacteria can be found throughout a kitchen, including on utensils, cutting boards, sponges and countertops. Use warm water and soap for all washing of hands and cooking supplies. When cutting boards develop worn and hard to clean surfaces, they should be replaced. A loved one may consider paper towels just extra waste, but they are very good at preventing bacteria buildup.
Next, "separate." Cross-contamination is how bacteria is spread, especially when handling raw meat, poultry and seafood. Separate these foods from other foods in a shopping cart and also in the refrigerator. Use different cutting boards for them as well. Wash utensils and other dishes after coming in contact with raw meat, poultry, seafood, eggs and unwashed fresh produce. A big
"no-no" is putting cooked food on the same plate the raw was on previously. Bacterial residue on the plate could contaminate the cooked food.
After separating, "cook" foods to proper temperatures. The FDA explains that foods are cooked safely when heated for a long enough time and at a high enough temperature to kill the harmful bacteria. There are many guidelines available for temperatures to watch for when cooking a variety of foods. Visitwww.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/Seniors/ucm182679.htm for more information.
Finally, the FDA advises seniors to "chill," and not in the way a teenager would mean! While stored at room temperature, bacteria in food may double every 20 minutes. Caregivers should teach a loved one to refrigerate foods quickly to keep bacteria at bay. Many people believe it's not good to put hot food in a refrigerator, but the FDA says it keeps a person safe to do so.
With some simple guidelines, a caregiver can show their loved one how to eat safely at home and avoid problems down the road.
Eating Out
The McDonald's trend hit the United States in the late 1950s, and has grown into a full-blown way of life since then. No longer is eating out a "treat" for a special occasion, such as a birthday, anniversary or first date. Sure, people may still dine at a fancier restaurant for those times, but grabbing a sandwich or salad is a regular habit. Today, nearly 50 percent of the money spent on food goes toward meals that other people prepare.
It can be easy to simply trust that the food served at a restaurant is suitable for consumption. Each person should learn to be their own advocate and a senior loved one is no exception. They may be experiencing an age-related dulling of the senses, minimizing their ability to recognize an unsafe situation. As at home, don't eat raw or undercooked food. Make sure hot meals are hot and if the food is not cooked properly, encourage a loved one to speak up and send it back. It's better to be safe than worry about "hurting someone's feelings."
The trend in restaurants today is leaning toward large meal portions. Many seniors end up packing the leftovers to take home. The FDA advises that if the leftover food will not be refrigerated within two hours of leaving the restaurant, it's safer to leave it there. Some senior centers across the country won't even allow food to be taken home because they know of the dangers when food is left sitting out too long.
Foods to Avoid
The FDA offers a list of foods seniors are advised to avoid:
- Raw fin fish and shellfish, including oysters, clams, mussels, and scallops;
- Hot dogs and luncheon meats, unless they are reheated until steaming hot;
- Raw or unpasteurized milk or soft cheeses (such as Feta, Brie, Camembert, blue-veined, and Mexican-style cheese) unless they are labeled as made with pasteurized milk;
- Refrigerated pates or meat spreads; (Canned or shelf-stable pates and meat spreads may be eaten.)
- Refrigerated smoked seafood unless it is contained in a cooked dish, such as a casserole; (Canned or shelf-stable smoked seafood may be eaten.)
- Raw or lightly cooked egg or egg products containing raw eggs such as salad dressings, cookie or cake batter, sauces, and beverages such as eggnog; (Foods made from commercially pasteurized eggs are safe to eat.)
- Raw meat or poultry;
- Raw sprouts (alfalfa, clover, and radish); and
- Unpasteurized or untreated fruit or vegetable juice.
Be a Better Shopper
Reading labels is becoming more and more essential for all age groups. Many people have adverse affects from the ingredient MSG, especially those in the senior community. The other labels to look for are the open dates on raw foods such as meats, eggs and dairy products. Most important are the "sell by," "best if used by," and "use by" dates. Caregivers can teach their loved one how to read these labels and also check refrigerators to ensure food has not gone bad and poses a problem for bacteria growth.
Raw meat, poultry and seafood should also be placed in a separate plastic bag, so the juices do not leak onto other groceries. Buy only pasteurized milk, cheese and other dairy products. Teach a loved one to buy only eggs from the refrigerated section of the store, and check canned goods for dents, cracks or bulging lids.
With a few small tricks and tips, a caregiver can encourage a loved one to eat good, nutritious meals safely.
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What is an Aging Life Care Professional ™?
We are still the same, but our name has changed to better reflect what we do and who we are. Our national association, formerly known as National Association of Professional Care Managers (NAPGCM), is now the Aging Life Care Association™ (ALCA) and care managers are now refered to as Aging Life Care Experts™.
Conflicting demands on your heart, time, and energy can make it hard to care for an aging relative. If this sounds familiar, you could benefit from the services of an aging life care expert.
An aging life care expert provides relief. They work with you and your family member to develop a realistic care plan. The goal of the plan is to maximize your loved one's independence, safety, and quality of life. A solid care plan addresses family resources. This includes making sure you are not called upon to do more than you are able.
An aging life care expert is a guide and an advocate. These experts are typically trained in the health professions or social work. Many have specialties in elder care. They bring to their role an understanding of the
- local healthcare system;
- emotional and physical challenges of aging and/or disability;
- difficulties of adult children juggling work and family;
- common legal and financial issues that arise in later life;
- local housing options and other senior or disabled services.
Aging life care experts use a holistic approach. They begin with a thorough assessment of needs and capabilities. They can often resolve uncertainties and dispel family disagreements. Their emotional support may help your loved one come to terms with this new phase of life.
An aging life care expert's input may save you time and money. After looking at money and other family resources, they can recommend appropriate housing situations. They can identify veteran assistance and other benefits. They can avoid duplication of medical services and potentially catch problems before a crisis blooms. They can also monitor the quality of care.
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Caregiver Burnout
By Dr. M. Ross Seligson
Being able to cope with the strains and stresses of being a Caregiver is part of the art of Caregiving In order to remain healthy so that we can continue to be Caregivers, we must be able to see our own limitations and learn to care for ourselves as well as others.
It is important for all of us to make the effort to recognize the signs of burnout, In order to do this we must be honest and willing to hear feedback from those around us. This is especially important for those caring for family or friends. Too often Caregivers who are not closely associated with the healthcare profession get overlooked and lost in the commotion of medical emergencies and procedures. Otherwise close friends begin to grow distant, and eventually the Caregiver is alone without a support structure. We must allow those who do care for us, who are interested enough to say something, to tell us about our behavior, a noticed decrease in energy or mood changes.
Burnout isn't like a cold. You don't always notice it when you are in its clutches. Very much like Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, the symptoms of burnout can begin surfacing months after a traumatic episode. The following are symptoms we might notice in ourselves, or others might say they see in us. Think about what is being said, and consider the possibility of burnout.
- Feelings of depression.
- A sense of ongoing and constant fatigue.
- Decreasing interest in work.
- Decrease in work production.
- Withdrawal from social contacts.
- Increase in use of stimulants and alcohol.
- Increasing fear of death.
- Change in eating patterns.
- Feelings of helplessness.
Strategies to ward off or cope with burnout are important. To counteract burnout, the following specific strategies are recommended
- Participate in a support network.
- Consult with professionals to explore burnout issues.
- Attend a support group to receive feedback and coping strategies.
- Vary the focus of caregiving responsibilities if possible (rotate responsibilities with family members).
- Exercise daily and maintain a healthy diet.
- Establish "quiet time" for meditation.
- Get a weekly massage
- Stay involved in hobbies.
By acknowledging the reality that being a Caregiver is filled with stress and anxiety, and understanding the potential for burnout, Caregivers can be forewarned and guard against this debilitating condition. As much as it is said, it can still not be said too often, the best way to be an effective Caregiver is to take care of yourself.
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Caregiver Burnout
By Dr. M. Ross Seligson
Being able to cope with the strains and stresses of being a Caregiver is part of the art of Caregiving In order to remain healthy so that we can continue to be Caregivers, we must be able to see our own limitations and learn to care for ourselves as well as others.
It is important for all of us to make the effort to recognize the signs of burnout, In order to do this we must be honest and willing to hear feedback from those around us. This is especially important for those caring for family or friends. Too often Caregivers who are not closely associated with the healthcare profession get overlooked and lost in the commotion of medical emergencies and procedures. Otherwise close friends begin to grow distant, and eventually the Caregiver is alone without a support structure. We must allow those who do care for us, who are interested enough to say something, to tell us about our behavior, a noticed decrease in energy or mood changes.
Burnout isn't like a cold. You don't always notice it when you are in its clutches. Very much like Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, the symptoms of burnout can begin surfacing months after a traumatic episode. The following are symptoms we might notice in ourselves, or others might say they see in us. Think about what is being said, and consider the possibility of burnout.
- Feelings of depression.
- A sense of ongoing and constant fatigue.
- Decreasing interest in work.
- Decrease in work production.
- Withdrawal from social contacts.
- Increase in use of stimulants and alcohol.
- Increasing fear of death.
- Change in eating patterns.
- Feelings of helplessness.
Strategies to ward off or cope with burnout are important. To counteract burnout, the following specific strategies are recommended
- Participate in a support network.
- Consult with professionals to explore burnout issues.
- Attend a support group to receive feedback and coping strategies.
- Vary the focus of caregiving responsibilities if possible (rotate responsibilities with family members).
- Exercise daily and maintain a healthy diet.
- Establish "quiet time" for meditation.
- Get a weekly massage
- Stay involved in hobbies.
By acknowledging the reality that being a Caregiver is filled with stress and anxiety, and understanding the potential for burnout, Caregivers can be forewarned and guard against this debilitating condition. As much as it is said, it can still not be said too often, the best way to be an effective Caregiver is to take care of yourself.
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With its dramatic soaring cliffs, ancient Minoan ruins, and an active volcano at its center, the spectacular Greek island of Santorini is steeped in wonder. Its distinctive crescent shape was caused by one of the greatest volcanic eruptions in history, and some believe that the island was the inspiration for the ancient myth of Atlantis. While you ponder this thrilling mystery, you can enjoy luxuriating on black volcanic sand, swimming in azure-blue sea, or exploring picture-perfect hilltop villages and gleaming white Cycladic churches.
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The Archaeological Museum is a veritable treasure-trove of ancient artifacts discovered during excavations on the island. Highlights include beautifully preserved Geometric vases from the 5th century BC, intricate Roman and Hellenistic sculptures, stunning frescoes, and prehistoric relics. The island's beaches are another major draw. Getting to the famous red beach involves a bit of a trek over some rocky terrain, but you'll be rewarded with spectacular snorkeling, delightful views of yachts disappearing into the horizon, and an impossibly romantic sunset, should you decide to stick around all day. For a truly unforgettable adventure, you can hike up to the top of the volcano and peer down into its cavernous crater, before heading over to the island's famous hot springs, for a restorative soak in mineral-rich, thermal waters.
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As you'd expect from such a popular holiday destination, there's a wealth of hotels in Santorini to pick from. As something of a playground for the rich and famous, there are some truly dazzling 5-star hotels, occupying prime locations with jaw-dropping sea views. You can expect incredible luxury amenities, such as full service health spas, bubbling hot tubs, gourmet restaurants, and glamorous lounge bars. There are also plenty of reasonably priced, child-friendly hotels and resorts, perfect for a family vacation. You can enjoy great perks like outdoor pools with beautifully landscaped terraces, separate splash pools for youngsters, kid's clubs or supervised childcare, and a hearty buffet breakfast to tempt you out of bed each morning.
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Elegantly perched on a clifftop, Fira is the island's bustling, breath-taking main town. Its winding streets are packed with mouth-watering bakeries, trinket-filled shops, and friendly, family-run restaurants with charming outdoor terraces, from which you can watch a spectacular sunset over a leisurely dinner. Oia offers many of the same exquisite pleasures, but operates at a slightly gentler pace, as it receives fewer hordes of cruise ship day-trippers than Fira. Kamari is a beguiling seaside town, which boasts an expansive and striking black-sand beach. Its seafront is lined with tempting tavernas and lively bars, so it's a great spot for a little after-dark hedonism.
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This is a lesson for those who blindly listen to their GPS.
A pizza delivery man in Michigan followed the navigation device all the way onto a train track, straight into a train's path.
The car was kneaded into tangled mess, but man and pizza are okay. He ditched the vehicle when it got stuck on the tracks -- and managed to take the pizza with him.
"He saved the pizza," Galien Township Fire Chief Jim Trapp told the Herald Palladium on Monday. "He offered it to us. Of course, we didn't accept it."
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The course is a 2.1 mile loop at Cessna Activity Center in South Wichita near Oliver and George Washington Blvd (2744 George Washington Blvd, Wichita, KS 67210 is entrance into park). The trail is grass/dirt and includes a wooded section and very little elevation change on each loop. The course is a great place to set a personal record! How many miles can you run? It's up to you! The event will be chip-timed by the Timer Guys. Details on that below. The parking lot can be accessed off George Washington Blvd.COURSE MARKINGS & HEADLAMPS. See Course Map (to be provided later). The course will be marked with ground marking flags, signs, cones and chalk. You will want a headlamp and/or light when running at night. The sun will rise at 7:07am and set at 5:20pm. If you are running the 24-hour please have a light or two ready.LAP TOTALSTo receive a buckle, you will need to complete a 50K in your event. For a 50K you will need to complete 15 laps which actually totals 31.5 miles. IF YOU CAN'T COMPLETE A 50K IN 6 HOURS AND WANT A BUCKLE, SIGN UP FOR THE 12 HOUR RACE.Lap totals will be available to you throughout the race. 50.4 miles = 24 laps, 63 miles (1 mile over 100k) = 30 laps, 100.8 miles = 48 laps.***Note: This course is not certified and therefore will not be eligible for state records.
All participants will receive swag (TBD) Belt buckle awards for those who can run 50K in their designated event! Top 3 males and females in each event will receive a custom award. Awards will happen at 12pm and 6pm at the end of your respective race.
Friday, November 13th, 2020-24 Hour Run Bib Pick-up/Check-in 5:00pm-5:45pm-24 Hour Run Starts at 6:00pm!Saturday, November 14th, 2020-12 Hour Run Bib Pick-up/Check-in 5:00am-5:45am-12 Hour Run starts at 6:00am!-6 Hour Run Bib Pick-up/Check-in 6:00am-6:45am-6 Hour Run starts at 7:00am!-6 Hour Run ends at 1:00pm.-The 12 Hour and 24 Hour Runs end at 6:00pm.
***In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently reviewing aid station options with multiple medical professionals. Some suggestions include individually packaged food items, bottled water, moving the aid station outdoors or even having runners provide their own aid. While nothing is set in stone yet because the situation is changing weekly, please expect the aid station to be outdoors with limited interaction between volunteers and runners.***There will be one main aid station at the start line and the beginning and end of the loop with all of the supplies listed below. There will also be portable toilets near the start/finish. The following basic items will be available at the one manned aid station that you will pass by every loop. (If you have and food allergies or diet restrictions please pack a food and supplies in your drop bags.) Gatorade, Water, Pop (Mt. Dew, Coke, Ginger Ale), Coffee, Bananas, PBJ Sandwiches and/or rollups, Oranges, Boiled Potatoes, Hot Chocolate, Soup, Cookies, M&Ms, Pretzels, crackers, Peanuts, Ham & Turkey Sandwiches, and some S-Caps. Ice will also be available. We may have a few items like homemade cookies or soups as provided by KUS members or entrants. If you want to bring some cookies or anything special to share, please feel free to do so!
PACERS & CREW & DOGS. Several have asked about the use of pacers. The spirit and concept of the timed loop run is for it to be solo. That is definitely part of the challenge of this event. Therefore, pacers will NOT be allowed for the 6 and 12 hour events. (24 hour entrants can use a pacer after 12pm if they wish. Just one pacer at a time with each runner, please.) Tents and small pop-up tents and canopies ARE allowed. Dogs will NOT be allowed to accompany any runners on the course. Any dog with your crew needs to be on a leash at all times and not in the aid station area, please.
Obviously you will have incredible access to a drop bag at the start/finish area. We will have some tables set up so you can access it right off the course as much as you need/desire. You can pack as much stuff in your drop bag or bags as you want for this event as there will be plenty of space! Please just make sure your stuff has your name and event clearly marked on it. And, please, don't forget to pick them up before you leave to go home!
BIB CHIP TIMING INSTRUCTIONS will be released prior to race day. The MyLaps BibTag chip timing system will be used for the KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run. Your race bib is also your chip for timing purposes. Please do not bend or remove the timing chip from the back of the bib number. Since you will get your bib on race day/night, it is very important that you wear your bib as you start the race. It is also very important for your number to be on the front and visible at the finish line, so please attach it to the outside of any clothing. **IMPORTANT!** You DO need to cross the timing mat at 6:00pm, 6:00am or 7:00am at the start of the first lap. Once you have completed either your 6-hour or 12-hour event, please remove your bib and place it inside your vehicle to prevent it from inadvertently calculating additional laps.
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Q. Do people's pets ever have their own pets? –F. Walton
A. A famous instance of this was the cat All Ball given to the "talking" gorilla Koko, who had always shown an interest in cats, real or photographed, says Dr. Ann Squire in Why Do Pets Do That.
The 230-pound female gorilla doted on the kitten, until the little one was hit by a car. Koko was disconsolate, wailing and signing to her trainer, Dr. Penny Patterson, "frown sad" and "cat sleep" whenever anyone brought up the subject of cats. Finally, when Koko picked out a new kitten from a litter born at the research station, "she was so happy, Dr. Patterson said, that she actually danced when her new pet arrived." Which goes to show, concludes Dr. Squire, it isn't just humans who can enjoy a special relationship with a pet.
Q. Long before there was a Bing Crosby, how was the famous 18th-century composer Ludwig van Beethoven given to what today has been called the "White Christmas effect"? –R. Starr
A. When researchers experimented with the popular Crosby song back in the 1960s, they found some test subjects reported hearing it at lower and lower volumes, in some cases even when it was never turned on, says Oliver Sacks in Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain. One time, a highly musical friend of Sacks reported enjoying a favorite Mozart record, then discovered when he went to turn it over that he had never put it on. Under proper motivation, it seems, the mind will fill in blank auditory spaces or silent gaps embedded in familiar songs, even detectable by functional MRI scans.
Such deliberate mental imagery is clearly crucial to professional musicians. It arguably saved the creative life and sanity of Beethoven after he had gone deaf and could no longer hear any music except in his mind; perhaps the loss of normal auditory input even intensified his musical imagery, with his auditory cortex becoming hypersensitive.
"And though voluntary musical imagery may not be easily available to the relatively unmusical," Sacks writes,"virtually everyone has involuntary musical imagery."
Q. Can you describe the dramatic U-turn during the first five minutes of little Baby Amy's life? –B. Spock
A. Hovering between two worlds, still half inside Mom and half out, she's one of life's great miracles, says Mark Sloan in Birth Day. No other time can compare to the human baby's transformation in the first five minutes outside the womb: Abrupt, rapid-fire transitions from dark to light, warm to cold, wet to dry. Then Mom's final push, a gush of fluid and suddenly Amy's all here, gulping in her first breaths of air.
But she's not quite the picture her parents expected. She's pale blue and slippery, covered in amniotic fluid and blood and a little meconium, or newborn poop. That place on her head where the curl should be is matted and lopsided, the scalp pushed to one side like a bad toupee. She's also bandy-legged and pigeon-toed, squinty-eyed and squalling.
Yet sure enough, in a few short minutes, everything changes: Amy calms down, her initial frantic cries soothed by Mom's touch and familiar voice. Her color shifts from blue to purple to pink. She opens her eyes onto the world, squirming her way to the waiting nipple and taking it into her mouth as though she's been doing this all her life. And just like that, Amy becomes the cherubic pink fluff-bundle of her parents' dreams.
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At the invitation of State Councilor Yang Jiechi, Phạm Bình Minh, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam will visit China from April 16 to 18 and co-host with State Councilor Yang Jiechi the tenth meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation.
Q: An online video has recently received wide attention. It is about a passenger with the United Airlines being dragged out of the plane forcibly because the flight had been overbooked. It is reported that this passenger is a Chinese. Can you confirm that? What's China's comment on this?
A: We are aware of this unfortunate incident happened in the US and have noted the intensive attention it has received within and without the US. Initial information suggested that the man hurt in the incident was a Vietnamese-American. As the White House Spokesperson said yesterday, relevant authorities in the US are reviewing this case. We hope that this case can be properly resolved.
Q: First, although just met each other at Mar-a-Lago, President Xi Jinping and President Trump again had a phone call this morning. Why a call so soon after the meeting? Is it due to a position shift on the part of China? Or is there any new proposal? Last night, President Trump tweeted about the nuclear issue on the Korean Peninsula, saying that "North Korea is looking for trouble. If China decides to help, that would be great. If not, we will solve the problem without them! I explained to the President of China that a trade deal with the US will be far better for them if they solve the North Korean problem!" What's China's comment on this? Was that mentioned in the call? Second, will China-US trade be linked to the settlement of the nuclear issue?
A: About your first question, don't you think that it is good that the two leaders stay in close contact. Why must there be a position shift? What I can tell you is that during the Mar-a-Lago summit, the two heads of state had long and in-depth exchanges on many issues of mutual interest. They also agreed to stay in close contact with each other, through meetings, calls and letters, to have timely discussions on issues of mutual interest as well as those that need to be discussed. I think frequent contact like this is a very good thing. I believe you would agree with me.
As for the second question, I believe you've read the news release. At the phone call this morning, the two leaders exchanged views on issues of mutual interest. They talked about bilateral relations. Both sides are committed to implementing the consensus reached at the Mar-a-Lago summit and advancing cooperation in a wide range of areas. Of cause, they also discussed some international and regional issues of mutual interest, including the situation on the Korean Peninsula and the Syrian issue. About the issue of the Korean Peninsula, President Xi made clear China's position that we are still committed to denuclearization of the Peninsula, peace and stability on the Peninsula and a peaceful settlement through dialogue and negotiation. The US is very clear about this position of China.
Q: It is reported that on April 10, Wu Dawei, the Chinese Government's Special Representative for Korean Peninsula Affairs, met with Kim Hong-kyun, the Special Representative for Korean Peninsula Peace and Security Affairs of the ROK in Seoul. Can you talk about the details of the meeting?
A: On April 10, Wu Dawei, the Special Representative of the Chinese government for Korean Peninsula Affairs, met with ROK Foreign Minister Yun Byung-se, and had talks with Kim Hong-kyun, the Special Representative for Korean Peninsula Peace and Security Affairs of the ROK in Seoul. They exchanged views on China-ROK relations, the situation on the Korean Peninsula and the efforts to achieve denuclearization of the Peninsula. Wu Dawei reiterated China's principled position on the nuclear issue of the Korean Peninsula, that is, commitment to denuclearization of the Peninsula, peace and stability on the Peninsula, and a peaceful settlement of the issue. Wu Dawei once again made clear China's firm opposition against the deployment of THAAD by the US in the ROK.
I want to point out that now the situation on the Korean Peninsula is complex and delicate. Any move that may escalate the tension would be irresponsible and dangerous. All relevant parties should remain calm and restraint, work to deescalate the situation rather than provoke each other or add fuel to the flame.
The issue on the Peninsula has been there for many years. To find a fundamental solution requires a holistic approach that addresses both the symptoms and the root cause and takes into account and accommodates the legitimate concerns of all parties in a comprehensive and balanced manner. China has put forward the "dual-track" approach and the "suspension-for-suspension" proposal. The only purpose of these proposals is to deescalate the situation, create conditions for a peaceful settlement of the nuclear issue and provide a viable way to achieve peace, stability and security in the region. It is based on China's own need for security. And it also serves the fundamental interests of all relevant parties in the long run. We expect serious consideration by and constructive feedback from relevant parties.
Q: After the meeting between Special Representative Wu Dawei and his ROK counterparts, the ROK said an agreement was reached that should there be a sixth nuclear test by the DPRK, there would be even stricter sanctions. Can you confirm that?
A: I've elaborated on China's position that our special representative has made clear with the ROK side. Apart from the "three commitments", China also maintains that all members of the international community should strictly and faithfully implement all UN Security Council resolutions in their entirety.
Q: It is reported that the international conference on the issue of Afghanistan is going to be held in Moscow on April 14. Who will attend the conference on behalf of China?
A: Special Envoy on Afghan Affairs of the Chinese Foreign Ministry Deng Xijun will attend this conference.
I want to stress that peace and stability of Afghanistan bear on security, development and prosperity of its neighboring countries and the region. As a close neighbor, China has always supported the process of peaceful reconstruction and reconciliation in Afghanistan. We are ready to work with all parties to advance the inclusive political reconciliation process that is "Afghan-led and Afghan-owned", and make our due contribution to realizing peace, stability and development of Afghanistan at an early date.
Q: US Defense Secretary Mattis has called the deployment of the carrier strike group a prudent move in the face of the nuclear threat of the DPRK. Do you see this as a prudent move?
A: As I've said, the situation on the Korean Peninsula is very complex and delicate now. We don't want to see any irresponsible move from any side. Because, given the current situation, it would be very dangerous. We hope that all relevant parties can help deescalate the tension in the region instead of being provocative and adding fuel to the flame. We believe that it is in everyone's interest to deescalate the tension and preserve peace and stability of the region.
Follow-up: Are you saying that the deployment of the aircraft carrier is irresponsible, and adding fuel to the fire?
A: I've been very clear about our position and I believe that it's not hard for you to understand.
Q: Is it possible to tell us who initiated the call, President Xi or President Trump?
A: If you're truly interested, I can tell you that President Xi answered the call from President Trump. But I think what really deserves your attention is the substance of the call while the way it was carried out is not very important.
Q: What is the government's response to President Trump's tweet that without China's help, the US will go it alone and solve the DPRK problem?
A: I've been very clear with the "three commitments". And I believe that you are all very clear about it as well. We hope that all parties can work to bring the issue back to the track of negotiation. That is conducive to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and serves the real interests of all sides.
Q: First, President Trump tweeted that the issue on the Korean Peninsula is linked to trade issues. Does China accept it? Or do you think these two issues should be viewed separately? Second, what's China's comment on President Trump's choice of twitter as a platform to publicize US foreign policy?
A: Both during the Mar-a-Lago summit and today's call, the two heads of state talked about their observations of bilateral relations, including trade relations as you mentioned. They also shared thoughts and positions on issues of mutual interest, such as the nuclear issue on the Korean Peninsula. I can tell you that they listened to each other attentively. Their talks during the summit and the call were both very in-depth and candid.
About the second question, I've said on many occasions that we normally don't comment on the personal style or featured ways of conduct of foreign leaders.
Q: State Secretary Tillerson recently said that the DPRK should put an end to all nuclear and missile tests before the US considers further dialogue with it. The US has made clear that its objective is denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula other than the regime change of the DPRK. Therefore, the reason that the DPRK uses to justify its development of nuclear weapons can't stand. Reports say that this comment is in contradiction with his previous remarks that diplomacy has failed. What's China's comment on this? Do you welcome this comment?
A: I have noted Secretary Tillerson's public statement that the US doesn't see a regime change in the DPRK its objective.
About the US objective of denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula that Secretary Tillerson mentioned, it is China's objective as well. In fact, I've said again and again that China always maintains that denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula should be achieved in a peaceful way through dialogue and consultation, and peace and stability on the Peninsula should be preserved. This is our consistent position. China welcomes and expects all parties to enhance mutual understanding and mutual trust through contact and communication. We also hope that all parties can keep in mind their fundamental interests and seriously consider the "dual-track" approach and the "suspension-for-suspension" proposal initiated by China so as to bring the nuclear issue on the Korean Peninsula back to the track of a negotiated settlement at an early date.
Q: Indian media reported that during his activities in the disputed eastern section of the China-India boundary, the Dalai Lama bashed the Chinese government again on the issues of reincarnation and about Tibet. At the same time, some Indian officials repeatedly made inappropriate remarks about the boundary question. What's China's comment on this?
A: Recently, in disregard of China's concerns, the Indian side insisted to arrange activities for the 14th Dalai Lama in the disputed eastern section of the China-India boundary and indulged the provocative political remarks by the 14th Dalai Lama and specific Indian officials. It shows that activities by the 14th Dalai Lama far exceeded the scope of the so-called "religious activities". It is against the solemn commitment that the Indian government has made on Tibet-related issues and will have negative impact on the proper settlement of the territorial dispute between China and India through negotiations. China has lodged solemn representations with the Indian side. We will take further steps to preserve our territorial sovereignty and national security.
In the past, the 14th Dalai Lama had disgraceful performances on the boundary question. This time, he called himself "the son of India", backed up the unfounded remarks of officials from the so-called Arunachal Pradesh, bashed the Chinese government on Tibet-related issues and advertised its political pursuit of splitting China. It is clear that those of the Dalai clique completely view themselves as foreigners. Dalai's performance can't affect China's position on the boundary and Tibet-related issues. It can't change the historical fact that the local government of Tibet of China has exercised effective administration over the eastern section. It can't change the fact that Tibet has enjoyed rapid progress with the support of the big family of China. His performance will only reveal his attempt to split China and undermine the interests of the Chinese people, including those of the Tibetan ethnic group under the disguise of religion.
I must stress that the boundary question and Tibet-related issues bear on the political foundation of China-India relations. Both sides have already reached important consensus to address the boundary question through negotiation and consultation. The Indian side has made solemn commitment on Tibet-related issues. We urge the Indian side to bear in mind the fundamental interests of the two countries and two peoples, maintain the political foundation for the development of bilateral relations, refrain from provocative actions that undermine boundary negotiations and bilateral relations and preserve the larger picture of China-India relations with concrete actions.
Q: President Trump suggested in his tweet that unilateral US action on the DPRK was possible. US Secretary of State Tillerson has previously suggested that all options are on the table including military options. What is China's bottom line for unilateral US action on the Korean Peninsula? What kind of actions from the US would China find unacceptable?
A: I believe I don't have to reiterate China's principled position of "three commitments". For your question, I want to add one more principle. China maintains that it is important to strictly adhere to the international law and norms governing international relations, including the basic norms governing state-to-state relations provided by the UN Charter.
Q: Can you clarify in terms of what does China think would be the negative impact of Dalai Lama's visit on the settlement of the boundary question? You said that India violated its commitment on Tibet-related issues. Was it the commitment that India won't allow its territory to be used for anti-China activities?
A: First, I must correct you. Where the 14th Dalai Lama visited under the disguise of religion and with the indulgence of the Indian government is the disputed eastern section of the China-India boundary. You can't just call it the Indian territory.
As for the commitment of India, the Indian government has made solemn commitment with the Chinese government on the boundary question and Tibet-related issues. There're historical lessons of damage to bilateral relations when the Indian side broke its commitment. I've made clear China's positions just now. China is strongly against the Indian side's indulgence toward Dalai Lama's visit to the disputed section of China-India boundary and especially the connivance of the provocative remarks by the Dalai Lama and specific Indian officials. We've lodged serious representations with India. What India has done will have negative impact on the efforts to properly settle boundary disputes through negotiations between the two sides.
Q: How long did the phone call between President Xi Jinping and President Trump last? Were any other officials also on the call?
A: I didn't count the time. But the two heads of state had in-depth exchanges during the Mar-a-Lago summit. They had a good conversation this morning as well. As for whether there are any other officials present, there're customary arrangements on both sides for diplomatic activities of leaders.