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Are your split-second reactions hurting your investment returns? In today’s video, Mike Freemire, BFA and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado, discusses the "88-millisecond problem", the tiny window where our brains react emotionally to market news before our logical thought process can even begin. He explains how this ancient "fight-or-flight" mechanism, originally designed to protect us from predators, now causes investors to make impulsive decisions based on modern-day "saber-tooth tigers" like scary headlines and market fluctuations. By comparing investor behavior to common shopping habits, Mike illustrates why many people mistakenly sell when prices drop instead of seeing it as a buying opportunity, and how understanding your long-term vision can help you avoid these costly emotional traps. 00:00 - The 88-millisecond problem that affects investor behavior 00:37 - Our ancient brain in a modern world 01:10 - How does the amygdala and the flight mechanism affect investor sentiment 01:36 - Modern "saber-tooth tigers": How are phones and headlines affecting how investors think? 02:44 - How do you train yourself for better decision-making as an investor? 03:30 - High road vs. low road thinking to better handle your emotions as an investor 03:57 - The 2025 DALBAR study: Market returns vs. investor performance 05:54 - Why emotions prevent market-matching returns 06:12 - The 8.5% investor performance gap shows why investors continually underperform the market 07:08 - The ribeye steak analogy: Buying fear vs. selling greed as an investor 08:48 - Developing a long-term vision and what is a Full Circle Consultation with Mike Freemire ➡️ If you would like help turning these insights into a more disciplined investment strategy, schedule a "Full Circle Consultation" with our team. We can help you understand the "why" behind your financial choices and create a plan that tunes out the noise of today for a better tomorrow. fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start 🎥 Subscribe to our channel to learn how to protect your mind from making poor investment decisions: https://www.youtube.com/@fullcirclefinancialofcolorado?sub_confirmation=1 Source Links: + Joseph LeDoux & Daniel Pine, "Using Neuroscience to Help Understand Fear and Anxiety: A Two-System Framework" - https://www.cns.nyu.edu/ledoux/pdf/LeDoux%20Pine%20Two%20Systsem.pdf + DALBAR's Quantitative Analysis of Investor Behavior Study - https://www.dalbar.com/qaib/ *Disclaimer: Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary): https://www.joincambridge.com/investors/cambridge-disclosures/form-crs/ #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 10:13
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The 88-Millisecond Rule: Why Your Biggest Financial Risk Is Your Brain

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Ever wonder why most investors fail to match the performance of the market itself? In this video, Mike Freemire, BFA and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado, breaks down the psychological hurdles that cause investors to underperform. He explores why the best days in the market are often clustered with the worst ones and how our natural instinct to "get out" when volatility hits can lead to missing crucial recovery gains. Mike discusses the dangers of "panic selling" driven by scary headlines and the temptation of "performance chasing", trying to catch a security that has already made its run. He emphasizes that successful investing isn't about timing the market, but rather "time in the market". By understanding the 88-millisecond gap between emotional reaction and thoughtful response, investors can learn to see volatility not as a loss, but as a potential opportunity. 00:00 - The math of missing the market's best days 00:19 - Why are the best and worst days in the stock market often together? 00:56 - It's about time in the market, not timing the market 01:12 - Is volatility a good investment opportunity? 01:32 - The benefits of dollar-cost averaging during downturns 01:54 - The first major trap: Panic selling based on headlines 02:35 - The danger of performance chasing and how behavioral finance addresses it. 03:35 - Why long-term memory and vision provide comfort for emotionally competent investors 04:20 - Understanding that volatility is normal market behavior 05:03 - Why you should ignore news "clicks" and headlines as an investor 06:12 - How to remove emotional volatility from your strategy 06:54 - The 88-millisecond problem: Reacting vs. responding thoughtfully as an investor ➡️ If you would like help turning these insights into a more disciplined investment strategy, schedule a "Full Circle Consultation" with our team. We can help you understand the "why" behind your financial choices and create a plan that tunes out the noise of today for a better tomorrow. fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start 🎥 Subscribe to our channel to learn how to protect your mind from making poor investment decisions: https://www.youtube.com/@fullcirclefinancialofcolorado?sub_confirmation=1 Reference Links: + Joseph LeDoux & Daniel Pine, "Using Neuroscience to Help Understand Fear and Anxiety: A Two-System Framework" - https://www.cns.nyu.edu/ledoux/pdf/LeDoux%20Pine%20Two%20Systsem.pdf + DALBAR's Quantitative Analysis of Investor Behavior Study - https://www.dalbar.com/qaib/ *Disclaimer: Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary): https://www.joincambridge.com/investors/cambridge-disclosures/form-crs/ #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado #investingpsychology #behavioralfinance 7:43
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Why Do Investors Underperform the Market?

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What do you say when your spouse is concerned about the stock market? In this video, Mike Freemire, behavioral financial advisor and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado, shares some perspective, questions, and practical ideas for how to talk with your spouse about market volatility. Key questions addressed in this video include: * What makes a Behavioral Financial Advisor different than a CFP, CFA, or ChFC? * How do emotions affect investor behavior? * What's the value of understanding the emotions behind investing? If you want to connect with a behavioral financial advisor in Colorado, talk with Mike Freemire by visiting https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start. 📘 Want to Prepare for the Certainty of Uncertainty? Get a complimentary copy of Mike's book The Full Financial Framework: The Investor’s Field Guide to Preparing for the Certainty of Uncertainty at fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/book 🧠 Explore Behavioral Finance with Mike Freemire, BFA™ Mike Freemire aims to integrate emotional competence and evidence-based investing through a unique process built around three pillars: Full Circle, Full Fit, and Full Future. 📞 Connect with Full Circle Financial of Colorado Have questions about how behavioral finance can better guide your financial decisions? 📍 Visit: https://fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com 📲 Schedule a Call: https://meetme.so/MichaelFreemire 💬 Join the Conversation Leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions. We read every one and respond thoughtfully. 👍 Like this video? Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new post on the Smart Money Philosophy, preparing for the certainty of uncertainty as an investor, and relying on emotional competence to better guide your perspective on investing. 📌 Disclosure Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary) #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 14:22
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How Do I Help My Spouse Respond Better to Market Volatility?

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Managing your emotions as an investor is much easier when the markets are calmer. Market volatility is what often drives investors to make unwise investing decisions. How do you control your emotions as an investor? Mike Freemire, Behavioral Financial Advisor with Full Circle Financial of Colorado shares how to have a better handle on your emotions when the market takes a tumble. If you want to connect with a behavioral financial advisor in Colorado, talk with Mike Freemire by visiting https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start. 📘 Want to Prepare for the Certainty of Uncertainty? Discover how The Full Financial Framework: The Investor’s Field Guide to Preparing for the Certainty of Uncertainty empowers you to align your financial decisions with your values and emotional patterns. Grab your complimentary copy at fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/book 🧠 Explore Behavioral Finance with Mike Freemire, BFA™ Mike Freemire aims to integrate emotional competence and evidence-based investing through a unique process built around three pillars: Full Circle, Full Fit, and Full Future. 📞 Connect with Full Circle Financial of Colorado Have questions about how behavioral finance can better guide your financial decisions? 📍 Visit: https://fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com 📲 Schedule a Call: https://meetme.so/MichaelFreemire 💬 Join the Conversation Leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions. We read every one and respond thoughtfully. 👍 Like this video? Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new post on the Smart Money Philosophy, preparing for the certainty of uncertainty as an investor, and relying on emotional competence to better guide your perspective on investing. 📌 Disclosure Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary): #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 6:21
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How Do You Control Your Emotions as an Investor?

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What is a Behavioral Financial Advisor or BFA as it's often called? People who previously worked with financial advisors often leave because the experience simply didn't factor in the mental and emotional side of investing. In this video, Mike Freemire, BFA and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado, shares how a good behavioral financial advisor understands the tactical, practical side of investing as well as the relational and mental-emotional factors. Key questions addressed in this video include: * What's the best way to talk with your spouse about the stock market? * What drives married couples to have fights about investing? * How do I tell my spouse that the stock market is affecting our investments? * What are some ways to discuss market volatility with my spouse? If you and your question have more questions than answers about your financial future, you're invited to connect with Mike Freemire for your complimentary Full Circle Conversation. This is a no-pressure conversation about what matters you and what you would like to see in your financial future. Take the first step by visiting https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/contact/ 📘 Want to Prepare for the Certainty of Uncertainty? Get a complimentary copy of Mike's book The Full Financial Framework: The Investor’s Field Guide to Preparing for the Certainty of Uncertainty at https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/book/ 🧠 Explore Behavioral Finance with Mike Freemire, BFA™ Mike Freemire aims to integrate emotional competence and evidence-based investing through a unique process built around three pillars: Full Circle, Full Fit, and Full Future. 📞 Connect with Full Circle Financial of Colorado Have questions about how behavioral finance can better guide your financial decisions? 📍 Visit: https://fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com 📲 Schedule a Call: https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/contact/ 💬 Join the Conversation Leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions. We read every one and respond thoughtfully. 👍 Like this video? Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new post on the Smart Money Philosophy, preparing for the certainty of uncertainty as an investor, and relying on emotional competence to better guide your perspective on investing. 📌 Disclosure Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary) - https://www.joincambridge.com/investors/cambridge-disclosures/form-crs/ #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 9:57
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What's the Value of a Behavioral Financial Advisor?

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Tax season arrives every year, whether you're prepared or not. For many Colorado-based investors, end-of-year planning can bring a sense of dread as you gather receipts, try to make last-minute contributions, and aim to reduce your tax liability. In this video, Mike Freemire, BFA and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado, offers a more measured approach to take advantage of tax planning opportunities starting in Q1 instead of December. Key questions addressed in this video include: - What should people do when preparing for the end of the year? - What are some of the specific year-end financial questions that Colorado investors should be asking in Q1? - How can Colorado-based investors make next year different in terms of financial planning? If you want to connect with a behavioral financial advisor in Colorado, talk with Mike Freemire by visiting https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start. 📘 Want to Prepare for the Certainty of Uncertainty? Discover how The Full Financial Framework: The Investor’s Field Guide to Preparing for the Certainty of Uncertainty empowers you to align your financial decisions with your values and emotional patterns. Grab your complimentary copy at fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/book 🧠 Explore Behavioral Finance with Mike Freemire, BFA™ Mike Freemire aims to integrate emotional competence and evidence-based investing through a unique process built around three pillars: Full Circle, Full Fit, and Full Future. 📞 Connect with Full Circle Financial of Colorado Have questions about how behavioral finance can better guide your financial decisions? 📍 Visit: https://fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com 📲 Schedule a Call: https://meetme.so/MichaelFreemire 💬 Join the Conversation Leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions. We read every one and respond thoughtfully. 👍 Like this video? Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new post on the Smart Money Philosophy, preparing for the certainty of uncertainty as an investor, and relying on emotional competence to better guide your perspective on investing. 📌 Disclosure Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary) #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 6:56
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Why Should Investors Prepare for Year-End Tax Details In Q1?

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How does the One Big Beautiful Bill affect Colorado business owners and their retirement planning? What changes can Colorado business owners expect to see from the One Big Beautiful Bill? In this video, Mike Freemire, BFA and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado, addresses key questions about this new legislation, including: - What does the One Big Beautiful Bill mean for Colorado business owners? - How can a business owner most effectively work with their CPA to understand available programs and how those programs impact their bottom line? - What does the One Big Beautiful Bill mean for individuals (specifically regarding Roth conversions)? - Can funds be converted within an existing 403b or 401k? - Can SEP funds be converted? - What is the break-even period for an incremental change every year in a Roth structure? - What is the primary benefit of the One Big Beautiful Bill for business owners? - How does the change affect individual balance sheets, depletion allowances, and depreciation allowances? - What does the tax code look like for exploration and production (E&P) companies with natural resources? - What does the tax code look like from a capital plant and equipment standpoint, such as buying or leasing new equipment? If you want to connect with a behavioral financial advisor in Colorado, talk with Mike Freemire by visiting https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start. 📘 Want to Prepare for the Certainty of Uncertainty? Discover how The Full Financial Framework: The Investor’s Field Guide to Preparing for the Certainty of Uncertainty empowers you to align your financial decisions with your values and emotional patterns. Grab your complimentary copy at fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/book 🧠 Explore Behavioral Finance with Mike Freemire, BFA™ Mike Freemire aims to integrate emotional competence and evidence-based investing through a unique process built around three pillars: Full Circle, Full Fit, and Full Future. 📞 Connect with Full Circle Financial of Colorado Have questions about how behavioral finance can better guide your financial decisions? 📍 Visit: https://fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com 📲 Schedule a Call: https://meetme.so/MichaelFreemire 💬 Join the Conversation Leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions. We read every one and respond thoughtfully. 👍 Like this video? Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new post on the Smart Money Philosophy, preparing for the certainty of uncertainty as an investor, and relying on emotional competence to better guide your perspective on investing. 📌 Disclosure Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary) #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 5:55
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What Does the One Big Beautiful Bill Mean for Colorado Business Owners?

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The SECURE Act 2.0 changed how many investors approach Roth IRA conversions, often referred to as Roth conversions. In this video, Mike Freemire, BFA and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado answers key questions about Roth conversions, such as: - What's a Roth conversion? - What did the Secure Act 2.0 allow regarding Roth conversions and contributions? - What was the traditional thinking regarding saving for retirement before Roth IRAs changed it? - What is the benefit of a Roth conversion or contribution in the event of the account holder's death? If you want to connect with a behavioral financial advisor in Colorado, talk with Mike Freemire by visiting https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start. 📘 Want to Prepare for the Certainty of Uncertainty? Discover how The Full Financial Framework: The Investor’s Field Guide to Preparing for the Certainty of Uncertainty empowers you to align your financial decisions with your values and emotional patterns. Grab your complimentary copy at fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/book 🧠 Explore Behavioral Finance with Mike Freemire, BFA™ Mike Freemire aims to integrate emotional competence and evidence-based investing through a unique process built around three pillars: Full Circle, Full Fit, and Full Future. 📞 Connect with Full Circle Financial of Colorado Have questions about how behavioral finance can better guide your financial decisions? 📍 Visit: https://fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com 📲 Schedule a Call: https://meetme.so/MichaelFreemire 💬 Join the Conversation Leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions. We read every one and respond thoughtfully. 👍 Like this video? Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new post on the Smart Money Philosophy, preparing for the certainty of uncertainty as an investor, and relying on emotional competence to better guide your perspective on investing. 📌 Disclosure Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary) #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 6:18
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What are the Benefits of Roth Conversions for Colorado Investors?

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Is your investment strategy emotionally intelligent—or emotionally competent? In this video, Mike Freemire, Behavioral Financial Advisor™ and founder of Full Circle Financial of Colorado, unpacks why understanding your emotions isn't eough when it comes to navigating market volatility, planning for the future, or working with an advisor who truly gets you. Through stories, analogies (including a hike with unexpected rustling in the trees), and real client experiences, Mike explains: + The difference between emotional intelligence and emotional competence + How fear and reactionary thinking can derail your financial plan + Why values-based planning leads to more confident decision-making + How your background, behaviors, and beliefs shape your financial future Most advisors can manage your money, but not all know how to manage your emotions. Mike has built his practice on one foundational idea: Relationships first, portfolios second. 📺 Watch this video to see how understanding your values can transform how you think, feel, and act with your money. 📞 Ready to explore what a behavioral finance approach looks like for your situation? Click below to request your complimentary Behavioral Finance Second Opinion—no jargon, no sales pitch, no panic. 🔗 https://www.fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/start. 📘 Want to Prepare for the Certainty of Uncertainty? Discover how The Full Financial Framework: The Investor’s Field Guide to Preparing for the Certainty of Uncertainty empowers you to align your financial decisions with your values and emotional patterns. Grab your complimentary copy at fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com/book 🧠 Explore Behavioral Finance with Mike Freemire, BFA™ Mike Freemire aims to integrate emotional competence and evidence-based investing through a unique process built around three pillars: Full Circle, Full Fit, and Full Future. 📞 Connect with Full Circle Financial of Colorado Have questions about how behavioral finance can better guide your financial decisions? 📍 Visit: https://fullcirclefinancialofcolorado.com 📲 Schedule a Call: https://meetme.so/MichaelFreemire 💬 Join the Conversation Leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions. We read every one and respond thoughtfully. 👍 Like this video? Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 so you never miss a new post on the Smart Money Philosophy, preparing for the certainty of uncertainty as an investor, and relying on emotional competence to better guide your perspective on investing. 📌 Disclosure Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Full Circle Financial of Colorado and Cambridge are not affiliated. The information being provided is strictly as a courtesy. When you link to any of these websites provided herein, Full Circle Financial of Colorado makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy of information provided at these sites. Nor is the company liable for any direct or indirect technical or system issues or any consequences arising out of your access to or your use of third-party technologies, sites, information and programs made available through this site. Cambridge’s Form CRS (Customer Relationship Summary) #mikefreemire #fullcirclefinancialofcolorado 10:59
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What Is Behavioral Finance for Investors?

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