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Oct 2020
13m 30s

149: How to Stay Grounded During Electio...

with Emily P. Freeman
About this episode
With an important Presidential election coming up in the United States in just a few short weeks, we are preparing to make decisions that don't only impact our own households but also the people who live all over this beautiful country and all over the world. No matter how you choose to vote, chances are you've experienced a fair amount of anxiety, frustration, and relational conflict during this season. What are some ways to stay grounded and clear-headed as we do our next right thing? Listen in.  Links + Resources From This Episode:
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