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Sep 2019
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1381: Optimism: It's a Choice by Ellen B...

Justin Malik
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Ellen Burgan of If It Brings You Joy shares her thoughts on optimism being a choice.   Episode 1381: Optimism: It's a Choice by Ellen Burgan of If It Brings You Joy on How To Be More Positive Minded  Ellen Burgan is a midlife woman who loves to have fun, yet has a big appreciation for the art of relaxation. She prefers to live spontaneously and go where the ... Show More
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