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Aug 2016
28m 33s

#9: What We Say Matters

DR. MEG MEEKER
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0:27 – WELCOME Parents, your words matter. You have the power to either offer blessings or curses. Let’s get intentional about what you say around your children and what you say to them. 1:41 – SPECIAL GIFT / FREE SHORT E-BOOK What we say matters. For assistance, download the free short e-book: megmeekermd.com/words 2:34 – POINTS TO PONDER Make a list o ... Show More
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