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Book Manifestation Journal  444

    Book Details:
  • Author : Manifesting Journals
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2021-04-15
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book Manifestation Journal 444 written by Manifesting Journals and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PINK COVER Have you hit a wall with your law of attraction/ manifestation practice? Do you wish there was something more active you could do to manifest things into your life? If you are "stuck" in your practice of the law of attraction, it is very likely you are using the wrong manifestation method for you. Contrary to popular belief, visualization actually DOESN'T work for everyone! Here's the deal: visualization isn't the only manifestation method out there, and it's not the right method for everyone. Just as some people learn better by hearing or seeing something, some people manifest things better by writing them down, and it is a complete myth that if you didn't get your intentions, it's because "you did visualization wrong" or "you were thinking negative thoughts" or "your subconscious is holding you back." That is wrong. There are MANY manifestation methods in the world, and your job is to find the one that works best for you. This workbook/ journal guides you through several powerful exercises to connect with what you want through the art of "scripting," which is basically writing affirmations down multiple times per day to call that thing into your life. Here are the three elements to this supercharged manifestation method: Meditation/ getting in the flow-- this is a vitally important part of the process. You will use this step to connect to the energy of the Universe. Here you only have to do this for a few minutes (as opposed to the "20 minutes twice a day" meditation teacher requirement that absolutely no one can do. Scripting-- this is when you write your intention in detail, as if it has already happened, as a "Dear Universe" letter. Written affirmations-- this is when you write your intention/ goal (in one sentence form) 55 times a day for 5 days. This is sometimes called the "444 Method" and is a method of harnessing YOUR energy and getting it to appear as your ideal circumstances. While you write these affirmations, you will be in a meditative state where you can "Zen out" and focus on your intention. This manifestation method works especially well for people with ADD (or those who find meditation/ visualization difficult in general) because it gives you something to "do" so that your mind will relax and calmly focus the intention. By directing your energy in this way, you create the abundance in your life. This particular method (444) is most effective for people who frequently see the number "4" in their lives, like on house numbers or on the clock. The number 4 is a powerful number for connecting with source energy, and if you are connected to it (or keep seeing it), you should use it to manifest your desires in written form. Angel number 4 is significant in numerology for symbolizing patience and stability. Order this workbook now and start transforming your life!

Book Manifestation Journal  444

    Book Details:
  • Author : Manifesting Journals
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2021-04-15
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book Manifestation Journal 444 written by Manifesting Journals and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you hit a wall with your law of attraction/ manifestation practice? Do you wish there was something more active you could do to manifest things into your life? If you are "stuck" in your practice of the law of attraction, it is very likely you are using the wrong manifestation method for you. Contrary to popular belief, visualization actually DOESN'T work for everyone! Here's the deal: visualization isn't the only manifestation method out there, and it's not the right method for everyone. Just as some people learn better by hearing or seeing something, some people manifest things better by writing them down, and it is a complete myth that if you didn't get your intentions, it's because "you did visualization wrong" or "you were thinking negative thoughts" or "your subconscious is holding you back." That is wrong. There are MANY manifestation methods in the world, and your job is to find the one that works best for you. This workbook/ journal guides you through several powerful exercises to connect with what you want through the art of "scripting," which is basically writing affirmations down multiple times per day to call that thing into your life. Here are the three elements to this supercharged manifestation method: Meditation/ getting in the flow-- this is a vitally important part of the process. You will use this step to connect to the energy of the Universe. Here you only have to do this for a few minutes (as opposed to the "20 minutes twice a day" meditation teacher requirement that absolutely no one can do. Scripting-- this is when you write your intention in detail, as if it has already happened, as a "Dear Universe" letter. Written affirmations-- this is when you write your intention/ goal (in one sentence form) 55 times a day for 5 days. This is sometimes called the "444 Method" and is a method of harnessing YOUR energy and getting it to appear as your ideal circumstances. While you write these affirmations, you will be in a meditative state where you can "Zen out" and focus on your intention. This manifestation method works especially well for people with ADD (or those who find meditation/ visualization difficult in general) because it gives you something to "do" so that your mind will relax and calmly focus the intention. By directing your energy in this way, you create the abundance in your life. This particular method (444) is most effective for people who frequently see the number "4" in their lives, like on house numbers or on the clock. The number 4 is a powerful number for connecting with source energy, and if you are connected to it (or keep seeing it), you should use it to manifest your desires in written form. Angel number 4 is significant in numerology for symbolizing patience and stability. Order this workbook now and start transforming your life!

Book Manifestation Journal  444

    Book Details:
  • Author : Manifesting Journals
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2021-04-15
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book Manifestation Journal 444 written by Manifesting Journals and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EYE OF WISDOM COVER Have you hit a wall with your law of attraction/ manifestation practice? Do you wish there was something more active you could do to manifest things into your life? If you are "stuck" in your practice of the law of attraction, it is very likely you are using the wrong manifestation method for you. Contrary to popular belief, visualization actually DOESN'T work for everyone! Here's the deal: visualization isn't the only manifestation method out there, and it's not the right method for everyone. Just as some people learn better by hearing or seeing something, some people manifest things better by writing them down, and it is a complete myth that if you didn't get your intentions, it's because "you did visualization wrong" or "you were thinking negative thoughts" or "your subconscious is holding you back." That is wrong. There are MANY manifestation methods in the world, and your job is to find the one that works best for you. This workbook/ journal guides you through several powerful exercises to connect with what you want through the art of "scripting," which is basically writing affirmations down multiple times per day to call that thing into your life. Here are the three elements to this supercharged manifestation method: Meditation/ getting in the flow-- this is a vitally important part of the process. You will use this step to connect to the energy of the Universe. Here you only have to do this for a few minutes (as opposed to the "20 minutes twice a day" meditation teacher requirement that absolutely no one can do. Scripting-- this is when you write your intention in detail, as if it has already happened, as a "Dear Universe" letter. Written affirmations-- this is when you write your intention/ goal (in one sentence form) 55 times a day for 5 days. This is sometimes called the "444 Method" and is a method of harnessing YOUR energy and getting it to appear as your ideal circumstances. While you write these affirmations, you will be in a meditative state where you can "Zen out" and focus on your intention. This manifestation method works especially well for people with ADD (or those who find meditation/ visualization difficult in general) because it gives you something to "do" so that your mind will relax and calmly focus the intention. By directing your energy in this way, you create the abundance in your life. This particular method (444) is most effective for people who frequently see the number "4" in their lives, like on house numbers or on the clock. The number 4 is a powerful number for connecting with source energy, and if you are connected to it (or keep seeing it), you should use it to manifest your desires in written form. Angel number 4 is significant in numerology for symbolizing patience and stability. Order this workbook now and start transforming your life!

Book Challenge 444 Notebook

    Book Details:
  • Author : Challenge Publishing
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2020-01-09
  • ISBN : 9781658076968
  • Pages : 110 pages

Download or read book Challenge 444 Notebook written by Challenge Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-09 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Manifestation Journal is designed for the "444 Manifestation Challenge" where you can write any intention, or anything you want manifest in your life, 44 times each day, for five days in a row. Every page has an assigned Day for the challenge as well as 44 numbered lines that will help you keep focus and write each day with intention. Take a look inside! 110 pages 6"x9" White-color paper Matte Finish Cover for an elegant look and feel Are you looking for a gift for your favorite principal? Then click on our brand and check the hundreds more custom options and top designs in our shop!"

Book 444 Manifestation Workbook

Download or read book 444 Manifestation Workbook written by Magic Manifestory and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-09 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: +++ 444 Manifestation Workbook +++ Magic Manifestory focuses on scripting as a manifestation method for attracting your desires. There are countless manifestation methods in this divine to try out. As scripting geeks, we believe words have their own magical power and energy when it comes to manifestation. This little 444 workbook is here to help you track your scripting journey while giving you motivation to practice scripting each day. This book helps you to speed up your manifestation! This 444 Manifestation Workbook include: The 44x4 manifestation usage guideline 8 rounds (4-Day manifestation) of 44x4 manifestation challenge WEEKLY HIGH VIBE CHECK LIST x 4 to help you to keep your high-vibrational habits daily routine on track. GRATITUDE AND INTENDING MEMO x 4 to help you create happiness, abundance into your life. AFFIRMATIONS tips and examples and many many Law of attraction and positive quotes along way About this book.. -8.5x11 inches -102 pages -mat finished cover

Book 444 Challenge

    Book Details:
  • Author : Unleash yourself publishing
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2020-06-08
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 110 pages

Download or read book 444 Challenge written by Unleash yourself publishing and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-08 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE LAW OF ATTRACTION MANIFESTATION TECHNIQUE TO MANIFEST MIRACLES! The 4x44 or 444 manifesting technique is extremely powerful and will reprogram your subconscious mind to create thoughts that match the energetic frequency of your desires. All you need to do is write out one desire you wish to manifest 44 times every day for 4 days in a row. Which means you can start seeing results in as little as 4 days! * Introduction with some good tips to get the most powerful results. * 110 Lined Pages for writing out your daily manifesting intentions. * Includes 12 rounds of 4-Day Manifestations and you can use every round to manifest another desire. * A space at the end of each round where you can write your thoughts and your feelings. * Practical advice to help you reach goals. * Great eye-catching Cover Design in Elegant matte Finish. This workbook will keep you focused, inspired and motivated to Manifest Your Desires easily and just live the life of your dreams Are you ready to change your life? Let's get manifesting!

Book Manifest That Shit

    Book Details:
  • Author : Manifesting Journals
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2021-04-15
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book Manifest That Shit written by Manifesting Journals and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you hit a wall with your law of attraction/ manifestation practice? Do you wish there was something more active you could do to manifest things into your life? If you are "stuck" in your practice of the law of attraction, it is very likely you are using the wrong manifestation method for you. Contrary to popular belief, visualization actually DOESN'T work for everyone! Here's the deal: visualization isn't the only manifestation method out there, and it's not the right method for everyone. Just as some people learn better by hearing or seeing something, some people manifest things better by writing them down, and it is a complete myth that if you didn't get your intentions, it's because "you did visualization wrong" or "you were thinking negative thoughts" or "your subconscious is holding you back." That is wrong. There are MANY manifestation methods in the world, and your job is to find the one that works best for you. This workbook/ journal guides you through several powerful exercises to connect with what you want through the art of "scripting," which is basically writing affirmations down multiple times per day to call that thing into your life. Here are the three elements to this supercharged manifestation method: Meditation/ getting in the flow-- this is a vitally important part of the process. You will use this step to connect to the energy of the Universe. Here you only have to do this for a few minutes (as opposed to the "20 minutes twice a day" meditation teacher requirement that absolutely no one can do. Scripting-- this is when you write your intention in detail, as if it has already happened, as a "Dear Universe" letter. Written affirmations-- this is when you write your intention/ goal (in one sentence form) 55 times a day for 5 days. This is sometimes called the "444 Method" and is a method of harnessing YOUR energy and getting it to appear as your ideal circumstances. While you write these affirmations, you will be in a meditative state where you can "Zen out" and focus on your intention. This manifestation method works especially well for people with ADD (or those who find meditation/ visualization difficult in general) because it gives you something to "do" so that your mind will relax and calmly focus the intention. By directing your energy in this way, you create the abundance in your life. This particular method (444) is most effective for people who frequently see the number "4" in their lives, like on house numbers or on the clock. The number 4 is a powerful number for connecting with source energy, and if you are connected to it (or keep seeing it), you should use it to manifest your desires in written form. Angel number 4 is significant in numerology for symbolizing patience and stability. Order this workbook now and start transforming your life!

Book This Is My Write It  Seek Believe It  Manifest It Journal

Download or read book This Is My Write It Seek Believe It Manifest It Journal written by Universe Manifestation Press and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-26 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This level up manifesting journal includes lines for writing out your daily manifesting intentions. 444 Manifestation Challenge tip is to use a Purple, Blue, or Red pen it write it all down. Next is to prepare yourself by getting into a relaxed atmosphere to ease your mood. An ambient setting is best, make sure you light some candles and listen to soothing music or run a hot bubble bath to relax. Make sure you remove all distractions to ensure that you fully present and aligned with your manifest when you begin writing them down. Be intentional, detailed, and on purpose with what is that you are manifesting. Try to keep each item to one sentence. Make sure that you are including words of gratitude and emotions in your statements because they are essential! Be bold and visualize the things that you are excited on manifesting. Try to work on each goal for 4 consecutive days before moving on to the next goal. This should not feel like a chore you should be excited to manifest each thing and look forward to it happening. Shift your mindset into a high vibrational space where all things are possible. Verbalizing and Reading the words out loud will help you to stay focused on what your are believing in. Visualize your life as you want it to be with everything that you have manifested in it. Meditating before you begin can put you in a calmer more relaxed space. If you are intentional in manifesting you will not miss a day of manifesting. Do not skip days all 5 lines need to be written in one week without shipping. At the end of 4 days you can release your affirmation into the universe and trust that they will be given to you! Once you've completed the 44x4 Challenge with your goals successfully manifested, remember to record your success in this journal for future reference and confirmation. Be grateful for everything that the Universe brings to you! 120 Days Level up Your Mindset and Manifest Those Coins and Laws of Attraction mastering the laws of the Universe. The Universe has you back!!

Book The Demon of Unrest

    Book Details:
  • Author : Erik Larson
  • Publisher : Crown
  • Release : 2024-04-30
  • ISBN : 0385348746
  • Pages : 593 pages

Download or read book The Demon of Unrest written by Erik Larson and published by Crown. This book was released on 2024-04-30 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The author of The Splendid and the Vile brings to life the pivotal five months between the election of Abraham Lincoln and the start of the Civil War in this “riveting reexamination of a nation in tumult” (Los Angeles Times). “A feast of historical insight and narrative verve . . . This is Erik Larson at his best, enlivening even a thrice-told tale into an irresistible thriller.”—The Wall Street Journal On November 6, 1860, Abraham Lincoln became the fluky victor in a tight race for president. The country was bitterly at odds; Southern extremists were moving ever closer to destroying the Union, with one state after another seceding and Lincoln powerless to stop them. Slavery fueled the conflict, but somehow the passions of North and South came to focus on a lonely federal fortress in Charleston Harbor: Fort Sumter. Master storyteller Erik Larson offers a gripping account of the chaotic months between Lincoln’s election and the Confederacy’s shelling of Sumter—a period marked by tragic errors and miscommunications, enflamed egos and craven ambitions, personal tragedies and betrayals. Lincoln himself wrote that the trials of these five months were “so great that, could I have anticipated them, I would not have believed it possible to survive them.” At the heart of this suspense-filled narrative are Major Robert Anderson, Sumter’s commander and a former slave owner sympathetic to the South but loyal to the Union; Edmund Ruffin, a vain and bloodthirsty radical who stirs secessionist ardor at every opportunity; and Mary Boykin Chesnut, wife of a prominent planter, conflicted over both marriage and slavery and seeing parallels between them. In the middle of it all is the overwhelmed Lincoln, battling with his duplicitous secretary of state, William Seward, as he tries desperately to avert a war that he fears is inevitable—one that will eventually kill 750,000 Americans. Drawing on diaries, secret communiques, slave ledgers, and plantation records, Larson gives us a political horror story that captures the forces that led America to the brink—a dark reminder that we often don’t see a cataclysm coming until it’s too late.

Book Manifestation Journal for Beginners  An Introduction to Harnessing the Law of Attraction   Journal for Creating the Life You Want

Download or read book Manifestation Journal for Beginners An Introduction to Harnessing the Law of Attraction Journal for Creating the Life You Want written by Lauri Albert and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2021-12-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make your dreams come true using the incredible power of your thoughts Manifestation harnesses the power of your thoughts to make your deepest desires a reality. This guided journal provides an in-depth introduction to manifestation plus powerful writing prompts to help you create the unbelievably amazing life you deserve. What sets this manifestation journal apart from other mindfulness journals: Manifesting 101--Open your heart to the limitless possibility that surrounds you by learning how manifestation works and creating a plan of action for achieving your goals. The Law of Attraction--Explore the relationship between manifestation and the Law of Attraction, a philosophy that states "like attracts like." By combining these time-honored techniques it's possible to let go of negative beliefs and start attracting more of the things you want in life. Life-changing prompts--Start manifesting today using these inspiring journaling exercises and empowering affirmations. You'll get inspired by learning how to trust your intuition, writing down why the universe loves you, and more. Tap into the power of your mind to achieve your goals using the Manifestation Journal for Beginners.

Book Resources in Education

Download or read book Resources in Education written by and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 836 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Prologue to Manifest Destiny

Download or read book Prologue to Manifest Destiny written by Howard Jones and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 1997 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the 1840s the United States and England were in conflict over two unsettled territories along the undefined Canadian-American border. This riveting account of the Maine and Oregon boundary treaties is brought to life masterfully by Professors Howard Jones and Donald Rakestraw. The events in this story paved the way for one of the most far-reaching developments in American history: the age of expansion. The United States gradually came to believe in manifest destiny, the irreversible expansion of the States across the continent. The country's success with England in resolving the two territorial disputes marked the dawn of this new era. Complicating the U.S.-English situation in the 1840s was a border conflict brewing with Mexico. Failure to resolve the disputes with England might have led the United States to war with two nations at once. Careful negotiations led to settlements with England instead of war. But the United States went to war with Mexico from 1846 to 1848. Prologue to Manifest Destiny offers a rare, detailed look at the tense Anglo-American relationship during the 1840s and the two agreements reached regarding the land in the Northeast and the Northwest. Presidents John Tyler and James Polk and the robust master of diplomacy, Daniel Webster, were among the American actors who played center stage in the drama, as well as Britain's Lord Ashburton, who worked closely with Webster to keep the turbulent conflict over the Northeast territory from escalating into war. This gripping frontier story will fascinate as it educates. Prologue to Manifest Destiny is perfect for courses in American history, international relations, and diplomatic history.

Book The Aligned Receiver

    Book Details:
  • Author : Christine Michelle Hayes
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2019-08-08
  • ISBN : 9781099062551
  • Pages : 440 pages

Download or read book The Aligned Receiver written by Christine Michelle Hayes and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-08 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to go from "Not Enough" to "Abundant AF"? Christine Michelle, The AlignedSoul CEO & Queen of the Woo + the Do shows you how.In The Aligned Receiver, Christine Michelle lays out the essential woo woo spiritual plus the do-practical play by play for manifesting a life beyond your wildest imagination. After a successful 6-figure corporate career with several of the world's most recognized brands, Christine left to focus on her business full time. After a few months, Christine found her clients thriving but she was broke, frustrated and confused. She was a Master Manifestor and did ALL THE THINGS like focus on her Money Mindset and put in all of the actions and strategies to grow her business, but still she found herself on the struggle bus on the way to Broke City. Christine found herself about to file bankruptcy and at a loss of what to do. It was then that she cried and asked for guidance. She heard within her "You need to learn how to Receive."From that moment, Christine went full force to learn all she could about receiving. After a result of deep internal work and a strong focus on Receiving, Christine found herself with new sales, new clients, double and triple income and more. She went from being Broke AF and close to filing Bankruptcy to Successful Entrepreneur repairing her relationship with her debtors and experiencing Financial overflow.The Aligned Receiver shares exactly what Christine learned, actions she took, clear advice, specific guidance and relatable examples which help you hit the ground running, taking inspired AlignedSoul action and Receiving all the GOOD ready and waiting for you.This isn't your normal Self Help or Personal Development Book. This book will help you take your LIFE to the NEXT LEVEL. (Level Up, Level Up Law of Attraction, Ya'll.). You'll learn how becoming a receiver will help you rev' up your manifesting mojo and make Quantum Leaps #normal. Additionally, you will learn how to co-create the life you want in a 5th Dimensional Way with ease and super flow.Accept ==> Flow ==> Attract ==> ReceiveThe Aligned Receiver shows you how to confidently receive your desires. READ TO LEARN: * Why Receiving is Equal to Giving* That the Universe Is Your Sugar Daddy. Find out how to work with the masculine & feminine energy* How to Quantum Manifest by becoming a Master Receiver* What the Shadow Archetypes In Receiving are and how to integrate them quickly* The 90 Day Play by Play to Receiving more money, love, relationships, health and whatever else you desireBecoming The Aligned Receiver will change your life. Finally tap into your birthright of Abundance...Abundance of ALL THE THINGS including Money, Joy, Love, Health and so much more.* No More Push - Struggle - Overwhelm* Go from having No Money to Receiving Overflow* Learn to Receive with Ease* Do Less & Receive So Much More* Listen to Your Intuition and receive Guidance with EaseAfter reading The Aligned Receiver and doing the exercises you will: * See the massive shifts and changes and finally witness The Universe come to your aid.* Allow receiving to become a #normal for you. * Embrace ease and flow as your natural states. * Allow your dream life to be #ofcourse.* Show up in the world as your Best Self NOW* Lift your vibration and the vibration of those around you just by living your best life now and showing them what is possible.Find out more about The AlignedSoul and Christine Michelle at aligned soul.com and on Social: Instagram-Facebook-Pinterest-Twitter: @thealignedsoul

Book Antitrust Law Journal

Download or read book Antitrust Law Journal written by and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 964 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Methods of Manifestation

Download or read book Methods of Manifestation written by Lucy Pearson and published by Get Creative, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-11-22 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Manifest the life of your dreams! In Methods of Manifestation, renowned spiritual teacher Lucy Pearson reveals over 25 powerful techniques to turn your intentions into reality. If you've ever wondered why visualizing, affirmations, vision boards and other mainstream methods don't always work, this book holds the secrets you need to successfully manifest relationships, abundance, health, prosperity and more into your life. You will learn: How to identify and overcome limiting beliefs that may be sabotaging your success How to to clear emotional blocks and create inner harmony Unique candle rituals to amplify and accelerate your intentions Manifestation methods used by esoteric mystery schools for centuries to create wealth and abundance Powerful spoken word formulations with mystical origins for calling in soulmate relationships ...and much more! With Methods of Manifestation, you now have access to a comprehensive toolkit of tried-and-true techniques to shape your reality and design the life of your wildest dreams. Apply these manifesting methods consistently and unlock the power within you to achieve unlimited success.

Book Hearings

    Book Details:
  • Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1964
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 1274 pages

Download or read book Hearings written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary and published by . This book was released on 1964 with total page 1274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Medical Journal of Australia

Download or read book Medical Journal of Australia written by and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 772 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: