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Rick LeCouteur
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RIck LeCouteur
13 minutes ago3 min read
Being Enough: Finding balance in a demanding world (#232)
In a society that thrives on hustle culture and endless comparisons, the idea of being enough can feel revolutionary. Â We're constantly...
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RIck LeCouteur
6 days ago3 min read
A Dual Font Approach: Boost creativity with a font shift  (#228)
When it comes to creativity, the tools we use can have a surprising impact on how we think and work. Â For decades, designers have used...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 93 min read
Shepherds and Sheep: Ferlinghetti's poignant lament (#225)
In 2007, celebrated poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti  penned the searing poem Pity the Nation ,  a work that resonates deeply with the...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 53 min read
Cicero Meets Social Media: Redefining friendship in the digital age (#220)
In an age where the term  friend  is often reduced to a click, a follow, or a like, it's fascinating to imagine how Marcus Tullius Cicero...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 54 min read
Friendship According to Cicero: The Path to Meaningful Connections (#219)
Friendship has been a cornerstone of human existence since time immemorial. But what does it truly mean to be a friend? Few thinkers have...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jan 53 min read
Cicero’s Wisdom: The subtle power of long-distance friendships (#218)
Cicero (1)  considered friendship to be among life’s most valuable possessions. This bond is built on the pillars of mutual respect,...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 29, 20243 min read
Hippocampus Heroes: How taxi drivers outsmart Alzheimer’s (#206)
Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most challenging puzzles in modern medicine. With its characteristic amyloid plaques,...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 28, 20242 min read
Disconnect to Reconnect: Australia bans social media for kids under 16 (#205)
Australia has made global headlines by becoming the first country to pass legislation banning children under 16 from using social media....
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 25, 20244 min read
1969 and the Age of Aquarius: Hair comes to Australia (#203)
In 1969, Hair , the American Tribal Love-Rock Musical , arrived in Australia like a gust of rebellious wind, blowing apart the...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 22, 20242 min read
Leunig: A gentle rebel with a pen (#201)
Michael Leunig , known affectionately as Leunig , was an Australian national treasure whose art transcended the boundaries of cartoons...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 20, 20242 min read
Equilateral Communication in Veterinary Medicine: A balanced approach (#200)
In the world of veterinary medicine, the relationship between a pet owner, their primary veterinarian, and referral specialists is...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 19, 20243 min read
The Microplastic Crisis: A global challenge for health and sustainability
Plastic production has skyrocketed over the past decades, with an alarming 460 million metric tons manufactured in 2019 alone. Â With...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 18, 20245 min read
From Veterinary Clinics to Storybooks: The power of anticonventional thinking
In a world that often emphasizes conformity and efficiency, creativity can sometimes feel stifled.  Jeffrey Baumgartner’s book on...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 17, 20243 min read
The Power of Empathy: A bridge to understanding
In a world that often feels divided, empathy stands as one of the most powerful tools we can use to build meaningful connections and...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 16, 20242 min read
The Human Animal Bond: Mozart and the marvel of a starling
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart , one of history's most celebrated composers, found inspiration in an unlikely source: a common European starling...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 15, 20242 min read
Sir William Osler (Part 4of4): 10 fascinating facts
Sir William Osler’s contributions to medicine, education, and humanism continue to resonate over a century after his passing.  1.       ...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 15, 20243 min read
Sir William Osler (Part 3of4): Father of modern internal medicine
Sir William Osler (1849–1918) is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the history of internal medicine. Known for his...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 13, 20243 min read
Unlocking the Science Behind Pet Food: Why transparency matters
When it comes to pet food, we’ve entered an age of unprecedented innovation, offering companion animals high-quality nutrition crafted...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 13, 20244 min read
The Corporate-Sponsored Residency Debate: Opportunity or inequity?
Imagine earning a fully funded spot in a prestigious veterinary residency program - but there’s a catch: you’re bound to work for the...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 8, 20244 min read
Behind the Price Tag: Corporate greed in veterinary medicine
Picture this. You walk into your once-cozy neighborhood veterinary clinic, expecting the familiar face of your trusted vet and staff who...
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