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Terms of Service

Effective Date: June 29, 2025

Welcome to voicesfromthezone.org (the "Website"), operated by Edward Ananian ("we," "us," or "our") under the brand Voices From The Zone. By accessing or using this Website and the Memory Encoder application (the "App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website or App.

1. Use of the Website

You may use this Website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

2. Intellectual Property

All original content on this Website — including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, design elements, the book Voices From The Zone: It Happens to You, Not by You, and the Memory Encoder App — is the intellectual property of Edward Ananian and/or its respective rights holders.

Athlete Quotes: The athlete quotes featured on this Website and in the book are in the public domain. They have been properly attributed to their respective speakers within the book. These quotes are not claimed as the intellectual property of Edward Ananian.

The cover photo and cover design are by Chuck Marunde and are used with permission. All rights reserved.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Website's original content without prior written consent from Edward Ananian.

3. Memory Encoder App

The Memory Encoder App is a Progressive Web Application (PWA) provided as a free companion tool for personal, non-commercial use. The App is provided "as is" without any warranties.

Local Data: All data entered into the App is stored locally on your device. We do not store, access, or transmit your App data. You are solely responsible for your data, including any backups or exports.

CSV Export: The App allows you to export your data as a CSV file. You are responsible for how you use, store, and share any exported data.

Data Loss: Since data is stored locally in your browser, clearing your browser data, cookies, or cache may result in the loss of your App data. We are not responsible for any data loss.

4. Book Purchases

This Website provides links to purchase the book through third-party retailers:

All purchases are processed by these third-party platforms. We do not process payments or handle transactions directly. Your purchases through these platforms are subject to their respective terms of service, return policies, and privacy policies.

5. Affiliate Program

We offer an affiliate program through BooksOnline.club. Affiliate participation is subject to the terms and conditions set forth by BooksOnline.club. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the affiliate program at any time.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website and App are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding:

The content on this Website is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional sports coaching, medical advice, or mental health services.

7. Assumption of Risk

You expressly acknowledge and agree that your use of this Website, the App, and any information, content, techniques, principles, or methods described in or derived from the book Voices From The Zone: It Happens to You, Not by You is entirely at your own risk.

The content provided on this Website and in the book is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional sports coaching, athletic training, medical advice, psychological counseling, or any other professional services. You should consult qualified professionals before applying any concepts, techniques, or training methods discussed on this Website or in the book.

By using this Website, the App, or any related content, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with such use, including but not limited to the risk of physical injury, emotional distress, loss of data, or any other harm.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EDWARD ANANIAN, INCLUDING HIS AGENTS, AFFILIATES, REPRESENTATIVES, SUCCESSORS, AND ASSIGNS, SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, including but not limited to:

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF EDWARD ANANIAN FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS, THE WEBSITE, THE APP, OR THE BOOK EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF ZERO DOLLARS ($0.00 USD). This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory upon which the claim is based, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, even if Edward Ananian has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Release and Waiver of Claims

By accessing or using this Website, the App, or any related content, you hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless Edward Ananian, his agents, affiliates, representatives, heirs, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, suits, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) of every kind and nature, whether known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected, disclosed or undisclosed, arising out of or in any way connected with:

You expressly waive any rights you may have under any statute or common law principle that would otherwise limit the coverage of this release to include only those claims that you may know or suspect to exist at the time of agreeing to this release.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Edward Ananian, his agents, affiliates, representatives, heirs, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

11. Binding Arbitration

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY — IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING YOUR RIGHT TO FILE A LAWSUIT IN COURT.

You and Edward Ananian agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Website, the App, the book, or any related content (collectively, "Disputes") shall be resolved exclusively through final and binding arbitration, rather than in court, except that either party may bring individual claims in small claims court if they qualify.

Arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") then in effect, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. The arbitration shall take place in the State of Idaho, unless the parties mutually agree otherwise. Each party shall bear its own costs and attorneys' fees in any arbitration.

By agreeing to arbitration, you understand and agree that you are waiving your right to maintain other available dispute resolution processes, such as a court action or administrative proceeding, to settle any disputes.

12. Class Action Waiver

YOU AND EDWARD ANANIAN AGREE THAT ANY PROCEEDINGS TO RESOLVE DISPUTES WILL BE CONDUCTED SOLELY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS. You agree that you will not seek to have any dispute heard as a class action, a representative action, a collective action, a private attorney general action, or in any proceeding in which you act or propose to act in a representative capacity. You further agree that no arbitration or proceeding shall be joined, consolidated, or combined with another arbitration or proceeding without the prior written consent of Edward Ananian.

13. Waiver of Jury Trial

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AND EDWARD ANANIAN EACH WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL IN ANY LEGAL PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS, THE WEBSITE, THE APP, OR THE BOOK.

14. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites and services. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You access third-party sites at your own risk.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving the original intent of the provision.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Edward Ananian regarding the use of the Website, App, and related content, and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and representations, whether written or oral.

17. Modifications to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

18. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Idaho, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. To the extent that any legal action is permitted outside of arbitration under these Terms, such action shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in the State of Idaho, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

19. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Edward Ananian
Voices From The Zone
State of Idaho, United States
Email: info@voicesfromthezone.org