Blind Magic in Alice Springs

Episode 1040 Building Connections: Carpet Bowls in Alice Springs

Welcome to episode 1040 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs, hosted by Murray Stewart. In this episode, Murray tackles the pressing issue of loneliness, which contributes to various mental health problems like anxiety and depression.Despite living alone, Murray doesn't feel lonely. However, he acknowledges that many people do struggle with isolation. To address this, he's decided to create a community group in Alice Springs, tentatively named "Alice Connections" or "Connect Alice." The group will use Carpet Bowls as a fun and social activity to bring people together.Carpet Bowls, similar to lawn bowls but played indoors on a carpet, offers a relaxed environment for mingling and forming connections. Murray emphasizes the importance of community and encourages others to build solutions when they see a need. Stay tuned for updates, and maybe even a podcast from their first session!

Episode 1039: Lessons from the Olympic Stage

Welcome to episode 1039 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs, hosted by Murray Stewart. In this episode, Murray and producer Tammy discuss the recent Olympic Games, focusing on the performance and reception of Australian breakdancer Ray Gunn.
Murray shares his strong coaching principles, emphasizing the importance of readiness before competing at high levels. He reflects on the lukewarm reception of Ray Gunn's performance and critiques the advice she received from her team.
Listen in as Murray underlines the value of truthful guidance and support for athletes, ensuring they never face unnecessary embarrassment on the world stage.

Episode 1038 Reflecting on the Olympic Spirit: Celebrating Team Australia

Welcome to episode 1038 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs. Join host Murray Stewart as he reflects on the recent Olympic Games and the incredible achievements of Team Australia. From the swimmers who took the world by storm to track and field athletes who achieved personal bests, Murray celebrates the nation's historic fourth-place finish in the medal count.
Murray shares his pride in being an Aussie and his excitement for the future, looking ahead to the 2028 Games in Los Angeles and the 2032 Games in Brisbane. He also discusses the importance of dreaming big and putting in the hard work, inspired by the Olympic spirit.
With a touch of spirituality, Murray encourages everyone to embrace hope and believe that anything is possible, no matter where you are in the world. Tune in for an uplifting and inspiring episode that honors the champions of the Paris Olympic Games 2024.

Episode 1037 Building Your Inner Tower: Finding Contentment in Self-Reflection

In episode 1037, titled "Blind Magic in Alice Springs," host Murray Stewart delves into the journey of aging and self-discovery. As we grow older, we gather wisdom and experience, leading us to question our future and reflect on our past.
Murray discusses the concept of "the chase" for love and relationships, sharing insights from a friend who has found liberation in self-contentment. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong relationship with oneself first, which can naturally lead to greater confidence and stability.
Join Murray as he explores the idea of building your inner tower, a metaphor for personal strength and self-success. Discover how focusing on your own goals and contentment can create a foundation for a fulfilling and peaceful life.
This episode encourages listeners to remain open-minded and adaptable, embracing the possibilities that life may offer while maintaining a strong sense of self.

Episode 1036 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Motivation: A Day at the Track

Hi, everyone. Welcome, welcome. This is episode 1036, Blind Magic in Alice Springs, and I am your presenter and host, Murray Stewart.
Well, here I am outdoors. Yeah, the beautiful outdoors in Central Australia. I'm down at the athletics track. I'm just about to take one of my wonderful runners, Harry Mirchak, through his paces over 1,500 meters. Yes, as you've well, as you know, if you've been listening to some of these episodes, he is an up and coming middle distance runner. So middle distance running is what we're going to be doing this afternoon.
So, I have had my challenges in recent times, as you know, and not to keep repeating doom and gloom stories, but I have had a couple of strokes over the last couple of years and that has resulted in my own challenges. In recent times, I've had some seizures as a result of the brain injuries. Yes. And therefore, my neurologist has increased my anti-seizure medication by double.
So I reached a juncture today where I thought, you know what? Get up, get up, get up, fight and meet this challenge. Because when you do adjust such medication, you can start to feel very tired. And therefore, your motivation can be lowered. I decided today to declare war against my lack of motivation and that's why I'm down at the track if you're going through a similar situation then yeah it's time to recalibrate it's time to be extremely positive about the fact that you do have a challenge because the fact that you have a challenge means that you are very much alive and that's the way I'm viewing things every day of my life, as I said, is an absolute bonus. I'm loving it.
But I was getting frustrated with my tiredness. So this afternoon, I said to myself, get down to the track, help this wonderful young athlete out, get out in the sun and experience the wonderful glory that is the outdoors in in Central Australia. And in doing so, that will give me more energy and more vitality to continue my battle against the upping of the medication. And as I do that, my body will adjust and eventually I'll be well and truly back on track, folks. Yeah, that's the aim. And the aim I shall regard as my mission and the mission I will win. I will. I will absolutely win.
All right, folks, this has been episode 1036 of Blind Magic Communications production.

Episode 1035 Finding Contentment in Solitude

Welcome to episode 1035 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs. Join your host, Murray Stewart, as he delves into the emotional journey of navigating relationships and the phase of indifference that can follow a difficult breakup. Murray candidly shares his personal experiences with marriage and relationships, and his current state of contentment with being single.In this heartfelt episode, Murray discusses the well-meaning but sometimes misplaced efforts of friends and family to matchmake him, and how he's found peace and happiness in the company of his beloved puppy, Santa. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on one's health and well-being, and the value of having a strong relationship with oneself.Whether you're single and content, or searching for your own path to happiness, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in to hear Murray's thoughts on self-love, independence, and the possibility of future relationships, all while celebrating the joy of being comfortable with oneself.

Episode 1034 Confronting Memory Challenges and Celebrating Innovators

Hi everyone. Good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you are in the world. It's certainly a good morning here in Alice Springs. My AC is cranked up, so it is nice and warm. My puppy dog and I have had some good man and dog time this morning, so all is well before I head off to my other work this morning at the clinic as a myotherapist, so feeling okay.
But I did miss my grandson's birthday the other day, which made me start to think that maybe I'm starting to undergo a little bit of cerebral degeneration, which is not a laughing matter at all. I do suffer with a permanent brain injury as a result of my strokes. So maybe, just maybe, I have got a little bit of stuff going on that's unsatisfactory.
I've also been heralding people like Elon Musk and others throughout the world who are trying so hard to be the world's leaders in coming up with solutions to the world's problems. And of course, one of our world's problems is dementia and early onset dementia in particular. Not suggesting for one moment that that is what I have, and I'm certainly not going to over-dramatize things, but there are always people throughout the world who are looking to find solutions, and we should herald those people. We should celebrate them, not criticize them. We should encourage them every step of the way because if we can come up with solutions to problems like dementia, it's going to free a lot of people up to be brilliant for the rest of their life.
I noticed that Royce Simmons, a former rugby league player, is going on a massive walk hoping to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars toward this cause to find a solution to early onset dementia. I think he may have been diagnosed with this condition, which has motivated him to literally get off his backside and get out there, have a bit of fun, but raise some money toward, as I said, a solution to this issue.
Where I'm concerned, I'm also looking toward this new medication they're talking about, this new wonder drug. I think it's called SPV, which is going to be trialed in Sydney later this month. And it apparently could be the wonder drug. It could be in terms of dementia and related conditions, you know, memory loss, etc. That seems to be the issue that I'm confronting. The short-term memory situation seems to have been boxed around a little bit by my strokes and the brain injury. But overall, I'm okay. I'm not complaining. I've got plenty to be thankful for and about and to celebrate. But yes, I have had some short-term memory glitches. And so if there is a drug out there that can stabilize any such decline, then whoa, I'll be jumping all over it.
So let's see how those trials in Sydney go. Apparently in the US, it's been a resounding success. SPV, I believe it's called. Look it up. And also look up the Royce Simmons Foundation and watch for what he's up to in this space. And maybe you may be able to donate toward his cause if you are in that position to do so. Why not? I think his walk starts today. Good luck to Royce and well done to him.
Alright, folks, I hope you have a wonderful day. I'll be back with you very, very soon. This has been episode 1034, a Blind Manic Communications production.

Episode 1033 Chasing Dreams: The Journey of Young Athlete Harry Micek

Hi, everyone. Good afternoon, good evening, or good morning, wherever you are in the world. I am your presenter and host, Murray Stewart, and this is Blind Magic in Alice Springs.
In this episode, we delve into the world of athletics and the life lessons it teaches. From the highs of victory to the lows of injuries, sports shape us into resilient and graceful individuals. We discuss the inspiring journey of young athlete Harry Mirchak, a promising middle and long-distance runner from Alice Springs with Kenyan and Czech heritage.
Harry shares his dreams of competing in the Olympics and the dedication it takes to achieve such lofty goals. With the unique conditions of Alice Springs aiding his training, Harry has all the elements needed to succeed. Join us as we explore his aspirations, the challenges he faces, and the support from his family and community.
Discover how the combination of altitude, heat, and hard work can pave the way for greatness in athletics. This episode is a testament to the power of dreams and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

Episode 1032 The Sensual Depths of Blind Perception

Hi everyone, it's a good morning here in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia. Despite the cold, it's shaping up to be a beautiful day as it usually is in Central Australia. We are so blessed with wonderful weather year-round, even during the hot, dry summers.
Today, I want to share a few of my personal biases and preferences. I have always loved Australian-made cars, especially the Fords and Holdens from years past. Romantically, I find myself drawn to European women. Their femininity, accent, and the way they embrace being women from head to toe are incredibly appealing to me.
Now, let me present a case for totally blind men being very sexy. We are in touch with touch, eager to explore every nook and cranny of a woman. We excel in communication and love listening to a woman's voice and the sounds she makes when she moves. The aroma of a woman, enhanced by a beautiful perfume, is also something we deeply appreciate.
In essence, the sensory experiences that totally blind men engage with are profound and meaningful. This deep connection with touch, sound, and scent makes interactions with blind men incredibly sexy. If you're a woman, consider meeting someone who is vision impaired and explore what it's like to be truly touched, listened to, and appreciated in every way. It is an experience unlike any other.
This has been episode 1032 of Blind Magic Communications production.

Episode 1031 Personal Victories: Acceptance and Independence After Stroke

Welcome to Episode 1031 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs, hosted by Murray Stewart. In this episode, Murray explores the concept of achieving personal victories following a stroke. He questions the possibility of an ultimate victory over stroke-induced damage and emphasizes the importance of acceptance and personal triumphs.Join Murray as he shares his journey of adapting to permanent spatial awareness issues, the strategies he employs to maintain independence, and the critical role of a supportive and descriptive team. Discover how personal victories, no matter how small, can lead to significant improvements in life and inspire broader accomplishments.