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boxofvanishingsenses · 8 months

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50 books on the topic of eating disorders, along with brief synopses:

**Fiction:**

1. **"Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson:** A young adult novel that delves into the struggles of two friends battling anorexia and the impact on their lives.

2. **"The Best Little Girl in the World" by Steven Levenkron:** A novel that explores the life of a teenage girl as she grapples with anorexia.

3. **"Paperweight" by Meg Haston:** A young adult novel about a girl's experience in a residential treatment center for her eating disorder.

More after the jump

4. **"Hunger Point" by Jillian Medoff:** A novel that delves into the complex relationship between two sisters dealing with eating disorders.

5. **"Second Star to the Right" by Deborah Hautzig:** This novel offers a fictionalized account of a teenage girl's struggle with anorexia and her journey toward recovery.

6. **"Skinny" by Ibi Kaslik:** A novel that explores the intricate relationship between two sisters, one of whom is struggling with an eating disorder.

**Nonfiction with a Narrative Focus:**

7. **"Eating Disorders: Quiet No More" edited by Andrea C. and Harold C. Urschel:** A collection of personal essays and narratives that provide real-life perspectives on living with and recovering from eating disorders.

8. **"Brave Girl Eating: A Family's Struggle with Anorexia" by Harriet Brown:** A memoir that offers a mother's perspective on her daughter's battle with anorexia and their family's journey to support her recovery.

9. **"Eating with Your Anorexic: A Mother's Memoir" by Laura Collins:** A mother's personal account of her daughter's struggle with anorexia and their family's efforts to help her heal.

10. **"Sick Enough: A Guide to the Medical Complications of Eating Disorders" by Jennifer L. Gaudiani:** While it has a medical focus, this book includes patient narratives and real-life cases, providing a holistic view of eating disorders.

11. **"Unbearable Lightness: A Story of Loss and Gain" by Portia de Rossi:** A memoir by actress Portia de Rossi that offers a personal account of her battle with anorexia and her path to recovery.

12. **"The Rules of Inheritance" by Claire Bidwell Smith:** A memoir primarily about grief but also delves into the author's struggles with an eating disorder and how it intersected with her mourning process.

13. **"Being Ana: A Memoir of Anorexia Nervosa" by Shani Raviv:** A memoir that chronicles the author's battle with anorexia and her journey toward healing.

**Additional Nonfiction:**

14. **"Wasted: A Memoir of Anorexia and Bulimia" by Marya Hornbacher:** A deeply personal memoir that explores the author's struggles with anorexia and bulimia.

15. **"Eating in the Light of the Moon: How Women Can Transform Their Relationship with Food Through Myths, Metaphors, and Storytelling" by Anita Johnston:** This book explores the psychological and cultural aspects of eating disorders through the use of myths and metaphors.

16. **"Brain over Binge: Why I Was Bulimic, Why Conventional Therapy Didn't Work, and How I Recovered for Good" by Kathryn Hansen:** The author shares her journey of overcoming bulimia through a unique approach that challenges traditional therapy methods.

17. **"Life Without Ed: How One Woman Declared Independence from Her Eating Disorder and How You Can Too" by Jenni Schaefer:** This book blends personal narrative with practical advice on overcoming an eating disorder, personifying the eating disorder as "Ed."

18. **"Eating Disorders: The Journey to Recovery Workbook" by Laura J. Goodman and Mona Villapiano:** A practical workbook designed to guide individuals through the recovery process from eating disorders.

19. **"Eating Disorders: Anatomy of a Social Epidemic" by Tom W. Smith:** A sociological perspective on eating disorders, exploring the societal factors contributing to their prevalence.

20. **"Gaining: The Truth About Life After Eating Disorders" by Aimee Liu:** This memoir explores the author's experience with anorexia and her journey to recovery.

21. **"Fasting Girls: The History of Anorexia Nervosa" by Joan Jacobs Brumberg:** A historical examination of anorexia nervosa and its evolution in society.

22. **"Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body" by Roxane Gay:** This memoir discusses the author's relationship with her body and explores themes of hunger and desire.

23. **"Eating Disorders in Males: A Clinical Guide" by Arnold E. Andersen and Leigh Cohn:** A comprehensive guide that focuses on eating disorders in males, providing insights into diagnosis and treatment.

24. **"The Hungry Self: Women, Eating, and Identity" by Kim Chernin:** A psychological exploration of women's relationships with food and eating as a means of self-identity.

25. **"Empty: A Memoir" by Susan Burton:** A memoir that delves into the author's experience with anorexia and her journey to recovery.

26. **"Eating Disorders and the Brain" edited by Bryan Lask and Ian Frampton:** A scientific examination of the neurological aspects of eating disorders and their impact on the brain.

27. **"Decoding Anorexia: How Breakthroughs in Science Offer Hope for Eating Disorders" by Carrie Arnold:** This book delves into the scientific understanding of anorexia and potential breakthroughs in treatment.

28. **"Hope, Help, and Healing for Eating Disorders: A New Approach to Treating Anorexia, Bulimia, and Overeating" by Gregory L. Jantz Ph.D. and Ann McMurray:** A guide that explores a holistic approach to treating eating disorders, including emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects.

29. **"The Adonis Complex: The Secret Crisis of Male Body Obsession" by Harrison G. Pope Jr., Katharine A. Phillips, and Roberto Olivardia:** An examination of body image issues in men and the development of muscle dysmorphia.

30. **"Eating Disorders: A Parents' Guide" by Rachel Bryant-Waugh and Bryan Lask:** A resource for parents and caregivers to understand, recognize, and support their children dealing with eating disorders.

31. **"Bulimics on Bulimia" edited by Maria Stavrou and Jane B. L. Howell:** A collection of personal accounts and narratives from individuals who have experienced bulimia.

32. **"Overcoming Binge Eating" by Christopher G. Fairburn:** A guide to understanding and addressing binge eating disorder, featuring strategies for recovery.

33. **"The Secret Language of Eating Disorders: How You Can Understand and Work to Cure Anorexia and Bulimia" by Peggy Claude-Pierre:** A book that discusses the author's approach to treating eating disorders and includes personal narratives from patients.

34. **"Eating Disorders and Obesity: A Counselor's Guide to Treatment and Prevention" by Laura H. Choate:** A resource for counselors and therapists to address eating disorders and obesity in clients.

**35. "Help Your Teenager Beat an Eating Disorder" by James Lock and Daniel Le Grange:** A guide specifically aimed at parents to help them understand, support, and guide their teenagers through the recovery process.

**36. "Eating Disorders: A Patient-Centered Approach" by June Alexander and Daniel Le Grange:** This book takes a patient-centered approach to understanding and treating eating disorders, featuring personal stories from individuals who have experienced them.

**37. "Life Beyond Your Eating Disorder: Reclaim Yourself, Regain Your Health, Recover for Good" by Johanna S. Kandel:** A guide that combines the author's personal experience with practical advice for overcoming eating disorders and embracing recovery.

**38. "Binge No More: Your Guide to Overcoming Disordered Eating" by Joyce D. Nash:** A self-help book that provides strategies and insights for overcoming binge eating and disordered eating.

**39. "The Secret Life of Fat: The Science Behind the Body's Least Understood Organ and What It Means for You" by Sylvia Tara:** While not solely focused on eating disorders, this book explores the science of fat and its role in health and wellness.

**40. "Why She Feels Fat: Understanding Your Loved One's Eating Disorder and How You Can Help" by Johanna S. Kandel:** A guide for family members and loved ones to understand and support someone with an eating disorder.

**41. "Eating Disorders: Personal Experiences" edited by Allison Stark Draper and Nancy D. Worrell:** A collection of essays and narratives from individuals who have experienced eating disorders, providing diverse perspectives.

**42. "My Kid Is Back: Empowering Parents to Beat Anorexia Nervosa" by June Alexander and Daniel Le Grange:** A guide for parents to support their children in overcoming anorexia nervosa.

**43. "Body Wars: Making Peace with Women's Bodies (An Activist's Guide)" by Margo Maine:** This book explores the societal pressures and activism surrounding women's body image and eating disorders.

**44. "Eating Disorders: The Facts" by Suzanne Abraham and Derek Llewellyn-Jones:** A concise and informative guide that provides facts and insights about eating disorders.

**45. "The Eating Disorders Sourcebook: A Comprehensive Guide to the Causes, Treatments, and Prevention of Eating Disorders" by Carolyn Costin and Gwen Schubert Grabb:** This comprehensive guide offers insights into the causes, treatments, and prevention of eating disorders.

**46. "Perfect Girls, Starving Daughters: The Frightening New Normalcy of Hating Your Body" by Courtney E. Martin:** An exploration of body image issues and eating disorders in the context of contemporary culture.

**47. "Eating Disorders and Obesity: How Drugs Can Help" edited by W. Kaye and H. A. Wadden:** This book explores the role of medications in the treatment of eating disorders and obesity.

**48. "Eating Disorders: A Question and Answer Book" by Ruth L. Burke and Cary L. Mariash:** A question-and-answer format book that provides information and insights into eating disorders.

**49. "The Binge Eating and Compulsive Overeating Workbook: An Integrated Approach to Overcoming Disordered Eating" by Carolyn Coker Ross:** A workbook that offers exercises and strategies for individuals dealing with binge eating and compulsive overeating.

**50. "Feeding the Fame: Celebrities Tell Their Real-Life Stories of Eating Disorders and Recovery" edited by Gary Stromberg and Jane Merrill:** A collection of personal stories from celebrities who have experienced eating disorders, shedding light on the challenges and recovery process.

These books cover a wide range of perspectives on eating disorders, from personal narratives to scientific insights.

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kajaono · 4 months

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Dreamed of Irregulars Johnlock.

Sherlock crashed through a window, jumping from an hot air balloon, steam punk version. Right into a hospital room. And there was John. And they looked at each other! Ugh! Sherlock finally saw John and everything was good again!

Tom bidwell, I am in your walls! I have to know if Reichenbach was permanent!

Someone finally gives me his mail address. I have to talk to him!

#the irregulars #johnlock #irregulars johnlock #my dreams #dreaming

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devilswing · 5 months

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like for a starter from one of these period / fantasy inspired muses ! i will come to you for muse , & which theme you would like <3 :

- aelin dunne , alisha boe . - isabella frey , kristine froseth . - lilith bloom , phoebe dynevor . - shae xiao , adeline rudolph . - gwen chaplin , halston sage . - nieve cortes , rachel zegler . - eryn hollis , emily browning . - phyre hollis , aubri ibrag . - catonia moon , jennifer lawrence . - dafne sahin , ayca aysin . - jamie carver , tom blyth . - alaric abdon , nick slater . - ash bidwell , archie renaux . - kai randolph , josha stradowski . - killian kartal , can yaman . - ryker norris , henry cavill . - lucien cabridge , jonah hauer-king . - benjie kahled , oliver jackson-cohen .

themes i write : acotar , the hunger games , fourth wing , period themes in general , crescent city , fantasy themes in general .

#◝ ' ooc ' ━ ˢᵖᵉᵃᵏⁱⁿᵍ .#indie rp #i'm not putting blurbs for them bc #i can really fit them into any universe hehe

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hrshl-hlms · 3 months

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The Irregulars

Due to the original reason for my listing every single Sherlock Holmes derivated work, I do have to take an interest in the details of those. I also am a Sherlock Holmes enthusiaste, so I also do read, watch and listen to those derivates.

And this includes some of the ones I haven't many great things about.

The better way to know how to feel about a media and criticise it, is to dive into it and make your own thoughts about it. Which is why I watched The Irregulars.

The Irregulars is a 2021 Netflix show, and as such, it falls under the system of 8 episodes for 1 seasons (before, obviously, being cancelled after this sole season).

A first misconception I had was that it was solely a crime drama and mystery show (due to the Netflix and Wikipedia listing) and it is a certain shock when you notice that actually, it is also a fantasy show. But well, I have watched The Empire of Corpses and read Les Étranges Sœurs Wilcox so once the first shock of being corrected within five minutes of my research, I wasn't distraught by the supernatural and paranormal being associated to the Holmes universe.

On the wikipedia page, we can learn that not only the creator of this series (and writer of the episodes) is Tom Bidwell, who, during an interview, said:

Sherlock Holmes [in Conan Doyle's books] had a group of street kids he’d use to help him gather clues, so our series is what if Sherlock was a drug addict and a delinquent and the kids solve the whole case whilst he takes credit

This, in my opinion, is a very interesting idea.

While it does suggest that Watson is basically also taking advantages of children to write and publish those stories, it does open the door for many questions, but also many opportunities to talk about drug addictions. (I am thinking about Elementary, among other things)

Bidwell had been pitching it for ten years at the moment of the interview (in 2018), and such a long time of polish can only mean that he has worked on it and it will hold together nicely.

But que nenni.

(I will come to that)

We therefore start the series knowing that our dear Watson and Holmes will be most likely morally grey, but also that we will see a lot of the Irregulars, which are, as stated, an important part of the investigations when it's about finding a person in London.

And as we debute with the presentation of the characters, we are hit in the face with this important fact: This show is so aimed at teenagers.

So, I will not judge the acting, as everyone need to start somewhere and we all know about Netflix and its choices in budgets. I will, however, judge the music choices.

Because the electronic music? It breaks everything.

Throughout the show, we have bits of electro popping out, breaking entirely with the rest of the music style and making it stand out so much that every time it came up, it was the only thing I could focus on.

Some bits seemed to try to show the youthfulness of the characters, while others seemed... unnecessary.

Another thing that makes you notice it's for teenagers is the mild swearing and sexual allusions.

Fine. I'm aroace. This sets me off every single time, whether it's for teenagers of for adults. But the first episodes are the ones with the most swearings and allusions, as if it was trying to fit with the current wave of "let's add swearing everywhere". It calms down later on, using swears and swearing more normally.

The rest of the series is intersting in itself, but not a hit. And it would be difficult for it to be, since between the strange choice of music and the trying of including the paranormal the way it is (one person being misteriously gifted while the others are not) and the overall vibe just... brings me flashback of Stranger Things.

We therefore follow the Netflix "diversed teen groups with the GIRL being special and they try to fix the paranormal shits happening".

But I digress.

Of the teenagers, they all fit nicely in their group and their relations are real, despite the weird obligation to have a romance thing in every show where a man and a woman of the same age are interacting.

The prince thing was also a really hilarious trope to slap in this series with the whole "weak and broken prince falls for poor girl".

And the different paranormal cases? They are good in themselves. We see the lowest of the low face the harshness of London and its class system.

The perpetrators are not treated as purely evil. They might not be treated with full compassion either, but we do have the chance to see their point of view and their reasons for doing such deeds. All that while continuing the overall plot.

It's not really something that I was expecting, but I guess I've seen too many USAmerican shows.

But this is a nice thing to have, especially considering the novels, which also had a parts where we learn the history and reasons behind the actions of the perpetrators.

This is, however, the closest we get from the original works.

"But Hershel, Bidwell said that the series would follow the idea of Holmes being a drug addict and the Irregulars being the actual detectives. You haven't talked about Holmes yet."

Well.

The reason is because Holmes doesn't fully show up until episode 4 (or something).

The only person we see at first is a very twisted Watson, stalking the kids, before being asking (forcing) them to work for him.

As it turns out, Watson and Holmes used to work together, but again, the drug problem. Watson is therefore left to fend for himself AND for Holmes and is struggling to investigate on his own.

Which is extremely weird, since a very easily noticeable thing with the first case (the one with the babies) is that all the babies were born on the same day. How did Watson manage not to notice such easy information? Not just that but it is said that Holmes has been in the pit for 15 years. How did Watson managed to keep up with things and to survive that long if he can't notice something that obvious?

This was a huge part of my thinking "what the heck did they do with Watson?"

This is also where I noticed that Bidwell followed his idea... in a peculiar manner.

One would think that it was like that since the beginning. Or that the irregulars would be doing that willingly like they do in the books. Or maybe that they would report bit by bit and properly. BUT...

Watson is really strange.

Of the characters, I feel like they really wanted to present us is clear morally grey characters, to the point where they kept the essential of the characters but changed them almost to the core.

We have Lestrade who is extremely against the paranormal, to the point of treating Jesse like an object and a tool to reach his goals.

We have Mrs Hudson who's a sort evil landlady. She doesn't live at 221B and instead own many houses in London. I do not know how much landlords from the victorian era were similar to the ones nowadays, but she feels like a parallel to it.

We have Mycroft, which I actually like, compared to the others. Even Holmes and Watson. I like the overhanging PTSD/anxiety and the resulting very slight speech impediment. I also liked how he talked about Sherlock, the way you see the big brother coming out, especially with his hate towards Watson.

Which brings Sherlock and Watson.

Sherlock is... something. To say the least.

Bidwell is unfortunately following in the understanding of many writers of Sherlock Holmes, or he might've been cut short by the Doyle Estate.

He depicts Sherlock as someone arrogant, sure of himself but bordeline on the "absolutely sure", he also seem to like having a public.

While I do understand the thought of having people like Holmes instead of what he says in the books (something about people finding it annoying after a while for him to present his deductions), it makes him out of character.

We also have the extremelly annoying straight take of him getting enamoured with a woman and having Watson mention how Holmes used to say that emotions were something trivial and not useless/hindering to him.

And the point that annoyed me above all: how they constantly repeat to Holmes how brilliant he is.

Holmes is already doing that, and they continue to enable him, making him more annoying.

And this is where Watson come in. (I will not talk about Alice. She's the straight plot tool in this series. (in my opinion))

Maybe you've heard about it, but people were saying that in this show, Watson was in love with Holmes. Unrequired, yes, but in love.

Gay Watson? Heck yeah!

Well, it turns out that no. Here's why.

In most of the flashbacks we see with him and Holmes, Watson is manipulative.

He canalises Holmes, but he also refuses thing in his stead and somewhat controls his schedule. For the case with Edith Dubois, he pushes her aside and tell her to come back at a later time because he doesn't want Holmes to get in another case.

Watson says himself that he is the one who brought Holmes' brilliancy out to the world. He says that he saw how brilliant and great Holmes was and that thanks to him canalising him and writing about him, he managed to make him famous and greater, but also himself in the same process.

And that's the core of their relationship.

Through what Watson tells, it sounds like Holmes is incapable of taking care of himself and that in order for him to thrive he needs Watson. All the while, Holmes doesn't seem to notice Watson.

And this is what bring Watson to do dumb shit such as opening the rip the first time around (while, again, manipulating people to get to his goals).

After the closing of the rip and the start of Holmes falling into a pit of despair and grief and depression, Watson continues to take care of him, seemingly continuing to investigate and write about him as if he still was able to function.

We also have the moment when he tells Beatrice (or was it Jesse) that the reason why he did all that was because he loved Sherlock.

And you might tell me "here you have it! black on white! Watson is gay for Holmes!" but I don't see it like that.

Up to that point, I never once thought that Watson was doing that because he truly loved Sherlock.

What I see Watson ass is someone who stumbled upon a man in which he saw potential and then tapped into it. Then the potential, as he rightfully saw, was great and it brough both of them fame and money. And Watson was glad about it, but he already was a bit annoyed at Sherlock's impulses (and most likely always has been).

What I see is a manipulative man who reached greatness and became obsessed with his tool to fame and riches. He is dependent of Holmes. If Holmes doesn't do cases, or is great at those cases, then he can't write about it and he doesn't get recognition or money. So he manipulates everything around them in order to reach success. But the entirety of his plan can be easily thwarted if Holmes loses interest in him, and he feels like it was the case when Holmes met Alice and then when she decided to leave London; which is why he finally lead him to the "possible" location of the rip (which, again, he had opened himself and therefore knew very well where it was since the beginning).

So, the way I see it, Watson is not in love with Holmes. He's in a fucked up dependency and is trying really hard to show to Holmes that he too is dependent on him and not just himself on Holmes.

And in the case where the writers had in reality decided that Watson was deeply in love with Holmes? Well it's a really fucked up writing.

So, overall (even though I'm sure I've missed points), this series was okay.

The teens (and protagonists) are well written, and we see proper growth throughout the show, which is better than what a lot of shows try to do.

The story itself is nice, showing us morally grey characters but also to feel for the perpretators even if at time they seem to be holding us by the hand to show us what critical thinking is (but this is a teen show so...).

I am a bit annoyed at the main villain being black and be against the white girl, only for his end to be... yeah.

I'm also annoyed at the depictions of the canon characters, even if I do have to say that the drug addiction part was well done (or at least properly, I would need the point of view of someone who had faced that in order to properly know).

But I'm mostly annoyed at what they did with the relationship between Holmes and Watson.

ALSO

Leo is based on the actual fucking prince Leopold, which was 30 in 1884.

The earliest story of Watson if from 1881.

Which means that Leopold should not fucking be 17 in the series since it's been established that Watson has been writing before the first rip incident, which was 15 years prior. Which means that the story takes place in AT LEAST 1896.

But well... they apparently really badly wanted to use a prince and not just another posh guy.

#long post #The Irregulars #Hrshl's review

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dailyrugbytoday · 1 year

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Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders vs Chiefs kicking off February 24 in Christchurch

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https://thedailyrugby.com/super-rugby-cru-vs-chiefs-kick-off-24th-feb/

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders vs Chiefs kicking off February 24 in Christchurch

Super Rugby Pacific is set to return at the end of the month with the Crusaders and Chiefs kicking off the proceedings on February 24 in Christchurch.

The commencing fit is a repeat of final yr’s semi-final, at the same time as the top two Australian sides, the Brumbies and Waratahs, will square off later that evening.

Five RugbyPass writers, Ben Smith, Finn Morton, Hamish Bidwell, Nick Turnbull and Tom Vinicombe, have run their eyes over the new squads and the imminent schedule and have dusted off their brains after a long off-season to answer some of the maximum vital questions for the 12 months beforehand.

Which may be the quality and worst New Zealand groups?

The first-class New Zealand group may be the Blues, with the most enviable depth. The Crusaders Super Rugby growing old All Blacks will see a whole lot of sideline time meaning their younger developing gamers will take a much larger load in 2023. The protecting champs received’t be the worst, but they received’t be the first-rate.

The worst New Zealand group may be the Highlanders who do now not have the roster to compete with the alternative four. Across the board, they lack fine and two of their three 10s are Freddie Burns and Marty Banks. Signing old, skilled first fives has never labored out well in Super Rugby.

FM: There are some of All Blacks who name Christchurch home in the course of the Super Rugby season, and there’s a motive for that.

The Crusaders, just like the All Blacks, are expected to win whenever they take the sphere. The adorned history of the franchise expects excellence from every participant, and infrequently do they disappoint. This year can be no exclusive.

Led by using outstanding coach Scott Robertson, the Crusaders are welcoming lower back a familiar-looking squad this season. They’ll also be boosted by the return of the formerly injured Ethan Blackadder.

New Zealand rugby enthusiasts are in for a deal with this 12 months. After a Super Rugby campaign dominated with the aid of the Blues and Crusaders ultimate year, there’s every danger that it’ll more aggressive across the board in 2023.

NSW Waratahs Vs Brumbies Super Rugby pre-season 2023 February 04

But, they could’t all be winners. Someone has to return ultimate out of the New Zealand groups, and this 12 months that’ll be the Highlanders. The Highlanders boast a few superb skills in their ahead p.C., however their lack of intensity in the halves and midfield may also task them this year. With no Folau Fakatava as a backup 9, Aaron Smith will play an even larger function for his liked ‘Landers this season. As for his or her shares at the beginning 5, the signing of Freddie Burns looks like a chunk of a cry for help.

Meanwhile, groups like the Hurricanes are constructing properly – with a number of their gamers coming off a successful Bunnings NPC campaign with the Wellington Lions.

Who will finish Super Rugby Pacific in pole position for New Zealand and Australia? And who will be the competition strugglers? #SuperRugbyPacifichttps://t.co/YOuEMcb9yM

— RugbyPass (@RugbyPass) February 2, 2023

The Crusaders can be high-quality and worst, I suspect, might be the Highlanders.

I don’t really want to belabour the motives why, due to the fact they’re not totally of the Highlanders’ making.

The Blues were an utter embarrassment to New Zealand Rugby (NZR) for goodbye, that the governing body basically took over the going for walks of the joint and syphoned gamers of their course.

The Highlanders – to their absolute credit – play near or at their ability maximum weeks. It’s just that they don’t possess the skills of the alternative teams. For the existence of me, I don’t see – as an example – how NZR can permit someone like Manaaki Selby-Rickit to transfer to a Chiefs squad that already has 3 All Blacks locks in it. It’s as though they want the Highlanders to fail.

NT: For me the Crusaders could be the high-quality of the New Zealand sides and could in the end win every other title. The Crusaders do have some gaps to fill with the departures of Pablo Matera, Bryn Hall and George Bridge however appear to have completed a task via signing former Crusaders and English worldwide Willie Heinz, whose previous Super Rugby enjoy and thirteen Test caps may be invaluable. Add the previous Super Rugby and European experience of Melani Nanai to the outside backs and anything weakness left via the departures of Bridge and Hall appear mitigated.

On the opposite stop of the dimensions, I expect the Hurricanes will warfare in assessment to the others New Zealand sides. For me, their tight 5 isn’t one which indicators dominance and I worry the fine in their set-piece ownership could be examined greater regularly than now not. Furthermore, the Hurricanes have had eleven players leave the enterprise (admittedly some bit-part players), the highest turnover of the New Zealand sides, which carry their real sport brotherly love as a unit into question. It can be a difficult yr for the men from the NZ capital.

TV: Enforced rest weeks will restrict the Crusaders extra than other aspects in the opposition however even in years long gone with the aid of, their second- and 0.33-string players have stepped up to the mark. If something, the Crusaders look higher placed to cover any absences throughout the season than in years gone by way of, and that means they’ll be difficult to prevent.

At the opposite end of the spectrum, the Highlanders won’t lose too many gamers during the season to relaxation weeks, in an effort to be amazing for his or her continuity, and their longer term of accidents over latest seasons has helped them expand a few wonderful intensity. Consistency could be the name of the game for the Highlanders in 2023 but alas, they nevertheless fall short of the other NZ teams in terms of their normal capability (apart from Moana Pasifika). They’ll in all likelihood nonetheless do better than ultimate 12 months – a pinnacle six finish must be the minimum anticipated of Clarke Dermody’s guys – but won’t quite measure as much as their Kiwi opponents.

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