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Jul 2021
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301. Stanford Psychologist Dr. Kelly McG...

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Originally Aired: August 26, 2020 You've probably been told by many smart people that stress is harmful for your body, but get ready to have your mind blown. Studies show that the BELIEF that stress is harmful is far more toxic than the actual stress itself. Dr. Kelly McGonigal will fundamentally change your entire relationship to stress through her incred ... Show More
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