Yoga Autumn Festival
November 16
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November 17
2024
Yoga Autumn Festival
Experience inner peace at the ‘Yoga meets Weggis’ autumn festival from 16 to 17 November 2024 at the Neuro Campus Hotel Das Morgen and Hotel Vitznauerhof. Look forward to a variety of yoga classes, deep meditations, culinary highlights, creative workshops and relaxing rituals. Use this time to be completely with yourself in the fresh autumn air, to listen deeply to yourself and to stretch and open your body and mind and get ready for a weekend full of relaxation, regeneration and spiritual discoveries.
Wellness Test Lounge
Experience pure relaxation in our wellness test lounge! Try out innovative products, get advice from experts and find your favorites for more well-being. Treat yourself to a break and discover what is good for you!
There will also be a competition for all festival participants with attractive prizes from Pranamat, Beyondyoga and Yoga meets Weggis.
There are prizes to be won:
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Yoga & Brunch tickets
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Pranamat ECO Heart
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Beyondyoga ICONIC Eco Mat Smart
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Beyondyoga ICONIC Skinny Mat
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Beyondyoga Pranayama cushion
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Good luck and have fun participating!
WANTED
Volunteers for the Yoga Autumn Festival!
We are looking for motivated helpers for the Yoga Autumn Festival in Vitznau! Be there, experience yoga from a new perspective and help us with the organization on site.
As a thank you, you can choose between a day ticket for Saturday, a day ticket for Sunday or two tickets for our Sunday Yoga & Brunch (date freely selectable).
Want to join? Register now!
Program
Saturday, November 16, 2024
12:30 - 14:00 LUNCH
Sunday, November 17, 2024
10:00 - 11:30 BRUNCH
Teacher
Isabelle Stüssi
November 16, 2024
08:00 - 10:00
The lessons take place in German.
November 16, 2024
16:30 - 18:30
KATHONA YOGA In this 2-hour workshop with Katonah Yoga® teacher Isabelle Stüssi, you will experience hip asanas in a new way using the Katonah Yoga® method, which also allows you to approach more complex hip exercises, such as lotus, with clearer and more pragmatic techniques and make them more accessible. The credo "works smarter, not harder". We view the body as a map. We use the inherent geometry and patterns in our body as orientation points for alignment. In doing so, we discover new ways to break down more complex hip asanas and make them more approachable. You can expect a playful hip sequence, a short introduction to Katonah Yoga® methodology as well as hands-on adjustments and group work. Suitable for all levels. Katonah Yoga was developed over 40 years ago by Nevine Michaan in New York. Based on classical Hatha Yoga, paired with the philosophy of Daoism, geometry and architectural approaches for the alignment of body and mind with the aim of living life with ease and joy. AYURVEDA WORKSHOP Immerse yourself in the world of Ayurveda and learn how to integrate spices into your everyday life according to the principles of Ayurveda in this inspiring workshop with experienced Ayurveda counsellor Isabelle Stüssi from ISLA Yoga & Ayurveda. After an exciting insight into the theory, we will create a soothing winter spice blend together. This blend will not only boost your immune system during the cold months, but you can also take it home with you as a special give-away.
Isabelle is a holistic Ayurveda health counsellor and yoga teacher. Her passion is to teach yoga and Ayurveda in a modern and accessible way so that people can find their way back to their personal rituals of self-care and learn to create islands of retreat for themselves on a regular basis. Through her family in Mauritius, Isabelle Stüssi was introduced to the world of spices, yoga and rituals at an early age. She has been drawn to the world of spirituality and mysticism for as long as she can remember. She has been studying and practising yoga and Ayurveda for over 20 years and has been teaching for over a decade. Until recently in her own studio, Studio Yogisi in Switzerland. Isabelle teaches a dynamic style of yoga that is strongly influenced by the Katonah Yoga® method. She lives in Mallorca and regularly offers Ayurveda consultations, private classes, workshops, intensive programmes and retreats.
Xenia Stutz
November 16, 2024
08:00 - 10:00
Xenia Stutz, with a Masters in Movement and Exercise Science, is an experienced teacher with a passion for holistic health. As a certified EFT practitioner, she integrates innovative techniques into her classes to help people realise their full potential physically and mentally. Her dynamic personality and commitment to personal development is absolutely infectious.
This tapping workshop is for you if you want to feel confident, strong and centred. Combining Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Essential Oils and goal setting, this workshop will support you in aligning your actions with your goals. Attend this workshop when you are ready to release any blockages so that you can move forward with purpose and clarity.
The lessons take place in German.
Sandra Marti
November 16, 2024
08:00 - 10:00
Sandra understands Yoga as a way of living and lifelong discovery. Every single practice allows her to sense a small shift within herself and her surroundings. For Sandra, Yoga is a state of deep connection and inner peace. She strongly believes that from this place of union and love we transform ourselves and the world. Sandra deeply enjoys sharing from the heart the teachings she has received over the years. Her yogic studies include a wide range of Yoga styles and practices. She completed different trainings, especially in Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Yin Yoga. Her frequent travels to Asia deepened her own practice. Sandra's classes are intended to be nourishing, strengthening, balancing and calming. She teaches a flowing and mindful Vinyasa Yoga guided by the breath. Sandra is a student of Yoga since 2016, E-RYT 500. Her classes are in English, German and Swiss German. She offers individual and group classes as well as carefully prepared retreats.
The lessons take place in English.
Let’s celebrate together the transition from fall to winter. This class will guide you through a mindful journey that mirrors the natural progression of the seasons, encouraging a sense of balance, reflection and inner warmth. Grounding postures that reflect the stability and rootedness of autumn and dynamic sequences that mimic the graceful falling of autumn leaves will build heat and energy, mirroring the vibrant energy of late fall. This well rounded and balanced class concludes with restorative poses and an extended Savasana to embody the calm and tranquility of winter’s embrace. We’ll focus on deep relaxation and mindful breathing, leaving you refreshed and rejuvenated. A guided meditation and time for journaling will support you in transitioning gracefully through these reflective and restorative seasons. All levels are welcome.
Juan Carlos Russo
November 16, 2024
08:00 - 10:00
November 17, 2024
08:00 - 10:00
As an experienced Iyengar yoga teacher with a Masters in Osteo-Thai, Juan Carlos has been teaching the art of alignment for more than 14 years. His classes have the uniqueness of guiding students safely into poses with the help of props, correct instructions and the intelligence of the trade. He takes participants on a journey of healing and self-discovery, a journey of spiritual awakening and active, joyful living.
The lessons take place in German.
Anne Eberhardt
November 16, 2024
10:30 - 12:30
Adventurous, open hearted and passionate, Anne’s ‘why’ is to foster space for others so they can show up to the world as their best selves. A professed anatomy nerd, trained therapeutic yoga specialist and mindfulness teacher, she is an advocate for movement, mental health and kindness. Through her work as a full-time yoga and meditation teacher, she’s taught over 4,500 hours across yoga studios, business offices, schools and universities. She is also the founder and director of Bubble Yoga studios & academy. Inspired by a variety of influences, her classes focus on how the way we move and breathe on our mat can translate into our everyday actions. Anne's teachings aim to inspire others to believe in their own capacity to grow and know themselves, to find a sense of home and meaningful connections through Community. She believes in and commits to ‘Yoga for All’.
LET IT FLOW What if we could go beyond the individual shapes and let movement, breath, music and Community lead us to a state of meditation in motion? Can we be in the midst of action & cultivate quietness within? Or be in the stillness of the body & observe the fluctuations of the mind & breath without needing to interfere? This class is an invitation to go with the flow of what is, to be present with yourself, others & the surrounding space. Opening meditation, creative Vinyasa flow & a soothing relaxation will be the ingredients of this journey together, supported by carefully curated music. ROLL & RELEASE Ever heard of fascia or myofascial release (MFR) and been intrigued about what it is? Simply put, this web of tissue around your body's muscles/bones/organs can tighten due to stress or poor posture. In this session, explore simple MFR techniques to restore mobility, release tensions and enhance overall well-being. This is your self-care practice - a chance to connect with your body, explore its potential and embrace deep nourishment through slowing down, feeling and breathing deeply.
The lessons take place in English.
November 17, 2024
11:30 - 13:30
Mirjam Haymann
November 16, 2024
10:30 - 12:30
Mirjam Haymann is a mum of three, yoga teacher, mentor and public speaker. After studying law, she moved to Hong Kong, where she immersed herself in the world of yoga under the guidance of Patrick Creelman and Rinat Perlman. Born in Zurich with Jewish roots, she teaches in a challenging way and her dynamic sequences and detailed instructions promote the connection between body and mind. In her classes, Mirjam Haymann creates the basis for a healthy, integral and value-based life that is both joyful and beautiful.
In a world where we are constantly distracted and bombarded with information, it is sometimes difficult to get back to our centre. In this two-hour practice we will discuss the psychological relevance of yoga and then practise a wide range of yoga exercises: standing asanas, twists, hip openers, but also inversions and backbends. With the help of detailed instructions, dedication and humour, we will be given the chance to distance ourselves from our noisy heads, narratives and egos and find our way back to our inner strength. Transformation begins with the realisation of our own strength.
The lessons take place in German.
Céline Ryf
November 16, 2024
10:30 - 12:30
Céline is a long-time Jivamukti Yoga teacher, founder of the former Daya (Jivamukti Yoga) Bern and has been a mentor and teacher at Jivamukti Teacher Trainings several times. She teaches regular classes in Bern, is one of the main teachers of the Svarupa Teacher Trainings and gives workshops and retreats in Europe. Céline's classes are physically challenging, energetically balancing, and always full of dedication and heart.
The lessons take place in German.
November 16, 2024
14:00 - 16:00
KARMA - what goes around comes around? Karma has become a household term. But what does karma really mean? In this reading, we look at various aspects of the teaching of karma and, above all, its relevance and practical application in our yoga practice and everyday life. We will discuss what types of karma there are and what karma yoga is. This much in advance: Karma is not a cosmic punishment system, but rather a sensitivity training that enables us to go through life more consciously. BACK TO THE FUTURE - freeing the psoas The psoas (hip flexor) is also known as the fight and flight muscle. It contracts when we feel threatened or stressed. Releasing tension in the psoas can therefore also mean that we can let go of anxiety and stress at the same time. The psoas is also important when we practise backbends. In backbends, we open the whole front of the body. This is associated with the future and the unknown. The unknown in particular often scares us. Backbends help us to look and walk forwards with an open heart (with courage). Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Nora Kersten
November 16, 2024
10:30 - 12:30
November 17, 2024
11:30 - 13:30
Nora Kersten, known as YOGA NORA, discovered yoga in New York City in 2009 and later deepened her knowledge in India. Trained under renowned teachers such as Jason Crandell, Bryan Kest, Donna Farhi, Remo Rittiner and Christoph Kraft, she combines Eastern and Western influences in her yoga classes. Her practice emphasises a deep connection to yoga philosophy, anatomy and holistic wellbeing.
Look forward to a soothing yoga therapy class specially designed to relieve tension in the neck and shoulders. Particularly suitable for anyone who has to sit or stand a lot, this session offers the perfect opportunity to pamper your body and relieve stress. After a short introduction and deep breathing exercises, gentle warm-up exercises and targeted stretches await you to effectively relieve your tension. Relaxing sequences and a guided final relaxation will leave you with a wonderful feeling of lightness and renewal. Sign up now and treat yourself to this time-out for body and mind!
The lessons take place in German.
Laura Salmen
November 17, 2024
08:00 - 10:00
Laura Salmen is a Katonah Yoga®, Kundalini Yoga teacher, Reiki Master and is originally from Austria, Salzburg, and has been living in Switzerland for over 10 years. In her yoga classes she conveys the joy and ease of movement and focuses on creating a safe and clear environment in which you can truly become aware of your body, your habits and yourself and grow. In Katonah Yoga®, your body symbolizes your house, which is regularly cleaned, aired and flooded with light through yoga practice. This allows you to achieve optimal body and organ function and general well-being. Her yoga classes are based on the motto “after effort comes grace”. This means that you have to do something in order to reap the rewards afterwards. Laura regularly offers individual and group classes in English and German in Zurich.
SPICE UP YOUR SPLITS Do you want to finally be able to do the splits or at least get closer to it? It feels like you've been practising forever and nothing is progressing? Then this workshop is for you! In addition to the classic exercises to prepare the body for the splits, you will learn how to use new "brain drills" and techniques from neuroscience to finally get closer to your splits. Also perfect for yogis who are already chilling in the splits - "there is no limit"!
The lessons take place in German.
Liliana Morell
November 16, 2024
14:00 - 16:00
November 16, 2024
20:00 - 22:00
Liliana R. Morell has been accompanying people on the path to self-discovery for many years. With her very own kind of sound healing/sound meditation, she takes people on a deep journey to themselves. She now lives in Weggis, before that she lived for many years in Hawai'i, where the culture, spirituality and nature around Lake Lucerne are her source of strength and influence her being. Liliana's inspiration is to pass on her rich knowledge and many years of experience, to accompany people, to touch hearts, to make inner silence and one's own being tangible through sound, to inspire, to conjure up a smile. Liliana offers private sessions, small groups and special retreats with sound healing and transformation coaching in Weggis, directly on the lake (lilianamorell.com). She works as a freelance visual artist (artliliana.com).
JOURNEY INTO YOUR BEING The connection to the path of the heart has been lost for many people in the course of their lives. Every day, their thoughts revolve around the past or the future. This often makes it difficult to relax, trust and surrender completely to the here and now. In this workshop, various tools such as sound meditation, sound frequencies of whales and dolphins, breathing, relaxation and Hawaiian philosophy of life will help you to connect with your true core. We give space to your playful inner child, you will connect more deeply with your heart and allow yourself to be touched by your true being. Letting go happens, you can invite new things, your inner voice and emerging inner images can show you the way. Your life energy can flow more freely. Are you ready for a journey to your heart? SOUND JOURNEY - MEDITATION Sound healing uses sound frequencies to achieve a deep state of relaxation, reduce stress, dissolve blockages in the body, activate self-healing powers and create inner harmony. Sounds have the ability to penetrate deeper layers of the body and psyche, bypassing our rational consciousness, so to speak. Immerse yourself in another world. Through the sounds of various natural and overtone instruments from all over the world, Liliana takes you on a healing journey, your energy systems come into balance, your entire body and your soul begin to vibrate. Your inner sounds are addressed by external instruments, you connect with your own soul sound. Doors can open that allow you to access inner resources and experience soul touch. Deep relaxation, well-being and healing can occur on many levels. Body, mind and soul are nourished by the sounds of various singing bowls, gongs, 1m mother drum, ocean drum, handpan, koshi, cymbals, chimes, rain pipe, pu'u.... You may experience the high frequency of a special ‘Alchemy Crystal Singing Bowl’, The human voice, the ‘soul song’ is also used as a profound tool to heal and access your heart. LET GO AND RELAX - A JOURNEY TO YOURSELF, INTO YOUR HEART, THE CONNECTION TO YOUR SOUL
The lessons take place in German.
Jason Milne
November 16, 2024
14:00 - 16:00
Jason Milne is a registered E-RYT 500 Yoga teacher with the Yoga Alliance who has been practicing Yoga for more than twenty-three years and teaching professionally around the world for the past eighteen years. He has completed a four-year course of advanced Yoga study and six additional YTT’s covering a wide range of Yoga styles, including: Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Chakra, Yin, traditional Kundalini, Power, Tantra Yoga, alignment-focused Yoga and Yoga Therapy. Jason has taught in over 25 Yoga teacher training courses and worked with thousands of students from all over the world. He has devoted his life to the study, practice and teaching of Yoga and his thousands of hours of practice have given him a deep understanding of the many techniques and benefits of this ancient science. Jason utilizes his extensive experiential knowledge to create classes, for absolute beginners to advanced practitioners, that facilitate physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing through an emphasis on working with the subtle energies of the body and nature to balance all aspects of each practitioner. He is currently teaching workshops, immersions, retreats and training courses internationally to share Yoga with anyone who has an interest in healing, evolving and awakening their highest potential
RELAXING INTO BALANCE This complete yoga session combines a strong, flowing asana sequence to challenge and strengthen your body, followed by an invigorating pranayama practice to balance your energy, emotions and mind. We close the session with a calming meditation which encourages us to open our hearts. POWER VINYASA FLOW Enjoy a slow, meditative yin yoga session, followed by a deep pranayama and meditation practice to relax into the holistic balance of your body, energy, emotions and mind.
The lessons take place in English.
November 17, 2024
11:30 - 13:30
Sabina & Jan
November 16, 2024
16:30 - 19:00
November 17, 2024
08:00 - 10:30
Jan has been studying various ways and methods to lead a healthy, strong and happy life for over 20 years. He used to be a marathon runner and climbed 800 metre walls and was looking for a challenge. Skydiving and extreme sports also gave him the feeling of being alive. He also increasingly gained experience in transformative processes such as sweat lodges, fire walking, breath work and experience-orientated therapy "Bonding" according to Dan Casriel. Jan works full-time as a management consultant. Ice bathing and breathwork give him vitality today. Breathing techniques and exposure to the cold are part of his everyday life. Jan lives with his family in Buchs. After studying Traditional Chinese Medicine (University of Basel), Sabina worked for several years as a therapist in her own practice in Zurich. She completed her yoga teacher training in the USA, India, Munich, Zurich and Weggis. In recent years, she has combined life's impulses with yoga practice with joy and gratitude. Sabina would also like to pass on these processes of inner change in her yoga classes. Her many years as a TCM therapist in acupuncture, medicinal therapy and nutritional science are powerful sources of inspiration in her teaching. Sabina has been running her own yoga studio in the Zurich Unterland since 2015.
In this workshop, Jan & Sabina will share powerful sources of inspiration from breathing techniques, ice bathing and hatha yoga, which can touch us in an immediate way. We will experience how cold exposure, breathing techniques and yoga can positively influence mental and physical strength. We learn to reflect on the content on a deeper level and to call up this experience in crucial situations in everyday life and allow it to take effect. Jan offers theoretical insights into the processes that take place in our bodies during ice bathing and teaches a breathwork sequence in preparation. Then, under the professional guidance of Jan and his team, we will get into the cold water together and experience ice bathing. We promise you that it will be an unforgettable experience! Sabina will then take up Jan's themes in her practical yoga sessions and use the tools of hatha yoga and meditation.
The lessons take place in German.
Bianca Sissing
November 16, 2024
16:30 - 18:30
Bianca began her personal yoga journey in 2003. During a significant visit to India in 2012, she immersed herself in intensive yoga, meditation and yoga philosophy, which triggered a deep connection to this ancient practice. Yoga for her was more than just physical exercise; it became a holistic lifestyle that nourished body, mind and soul. Drawing from various teachers and experiences, she has embraced continuous personal development both as a student and a teacher.
The lessons take place in German.
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GENTLE FLOW, DEEP RESTORATION; AN YOGA NIDRA WITH SOUND This nurturing and restorative yoga class is designed to help you unwind, release tension, and cultivate deep relaxation through a blend of gentle movement, guided meditation, and sound healing. Starting with a slow and mindful gentle flow, we move through simple, accessible postures that gently open the body and promote mobility without strain. This will be followed by a deeply restorative practice, incorporating supported poses and long-held stretches that encourage relaxation and the release of physical and mental stress. As we transition into Yoga Nidra, or “yogic sleep,” you will be guided into a state of profound relaxation where the body rests while the mind remains deeply alert. This practice fosters healing on a subconscious level and helps release deep-seated tension, allowing for mental clarity and emotional balance. Throughout the session, the soothing vibrations of sound will help clear energetic blockages, calm the nervous system, and create a harmonious environment for deep rest. YIN YOGA & YOGA NIDRA Yin yoga has become very popular in recent years. The great attraction of this yoga path is mainly due to the fact that it offers such a simple and direct way to calm down and find yourself. In a world where speed and pressure to perform are increasing rapidly, this is a real boon for body, mind and soul. On a physical level, pressure and traction on the meridian pathways calms the nervous system and stimulates the function of the internal organs. Adhesions and hardenings in the connective tissue can be loosened. On a mental level, we can become more aware of our thought patterns and dissolve old beliefs. On an emotional level, long pent-up emotions can be released. This brings us into a deeper connection with ourselves and the source of all being. We regain a sense of why we are here and what our personal mission in life is. In Yin Yoga, we have the opportunity to recognize the meaning behind everything and make peace with ourselves and our life situation. Eight out of ten working people now have sleep problems and stress is a widespread phenomenon. Yoga Nidra is one of the best remedies for this. Yoga Nidra is a deep relaxation technique that is performed while lying down. Yoga Nidra allows us to relax deeply and sustainably, bringing body, mind and soul into a state of calm and regeneration. At the same time, yoga nidra acts like a reset: we can let go of the old and recharge our batteries. Yoga Nidra can eliminate sleep disorders and fatigue, helps with tension and many other physical symptoms, strengthens concentration and performance and lifts the mood. I experience Yoga Nidra time and again as a fountain of youth and a source of joy and inspiration. Yoga Nidra helps us to go through the day in a much more relaxed, refreshed and present state, making it easier to master life's challenges.
November 17, 2024
14:00 - 16:00
Claude Flaig
November 16, 2024
16:30 - 18:30
November 17, 2024
14:00 - 16:00
As a Trauma Sensitive Breathwork (TSBW) facilitator and breath coach, Claude has been pursuing his heart's desire to share the power of the breath with others since 2022. In addition to his own breathing programmes, he supports the TSBW trainings as an assistant and co-teacher. Since January 2024, he has also been running the Herzweg Yoga Studio in Meggen with his partner Rebecca. They enjoy accompanying people on their path to greater awareness, contentment and health.
Immerse yourself in the world of conscious, connected breathing - an active meditation technique that takes you on a journey into your inner self. Your breath has the power to bring you into your body, release blockages and give you new clarity. Recognise old patterns and new perspectives. Supported by selected music, Claude and his team will accompany you carefully and lovingly on your breathing journey.
The lessons take place in German.
Chantal Hauser
17 November 2024
14:00 - 16:00
Chantal Hauser has been teaching yoga and movement since 2008! She used to be dragged along to yoga classes by her mother when she was 5-years old. Years later, shortly after starting a PhD program in Neurolinguistics Chantal quit and wanted to teach yoga. She was convinced that if it helped her feel better in body and mind, yoga will help someone else feel better too. Chantal has always been self-employed and turned her passion into a career. She has never looked back nor had any other profession. Self-made and hardworking she opened her own studio YOGA ATELIER in Thalwil in March of 2019. Her yoga background lies in Forrest Yoga and Astanga Yoga. Ana Forrest and Tim Miller have been and still are her mentors. Further education and studies in: Physio Therapy, Iyengar Yoga, Mental Focus + Extreme Performance Training, Martial Arts (Capoeira + Qi Gong), Sustainable Movement and Aging, Zazen Meditation, etc. Chantal's passion project is teaching Teen Yoga, she also loves to write and spends a lot of time in nature with her toddler.
Join this practice and immerse yourself in two hours of body love. Learn how you can practice in a way that is pain free and yet a lot of fun. Breathe, move and grow into a Yogi that knows how to live well in their body. We will focus on easing neck, shoulder and upper back tension with a little bit of hip goodness thrown in. There will also be some pelvic floor and breath work in this class. Leave relaxed, energized and feeling good!
The lessons take place in English.
November 16, 2024
14:00 - 16:00
Location
Stay overnight
DAS MORGEN - The Neuro Campus Hotel
The Neuro Campus Hotel DAS MORGEN in Vitznau offers a unique mix of innovation, research, music and gastronomy. Guests who purchase a 2-day ticket for the Autumn Festival will receive a discount code with 20% discount for direct bookings (discount code will be provided after booking the ticket).
Hotel Vitznauerhof
Located directly on Lake Lucerne, Hotel Vitznauerhof offers a luxurious experience with elegant rooms, a wellness area and excellent restaurants. Guests who purchase a 2-day ticket for the Autumn Festival will receive a discount code for 20% off when booking directly (discount code will be provided after booking the ticket).
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