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Mar 2020
14m 9s

Processing Fear and Promoting Connection

MICHELLE KENNEY, M. ED
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Fear can be resolved by using empathy and play.  We give you our best thinking and ways to cultivate connection while we have this extra time with our families.  If you're yearning for a sense of community, join our facebook group and check out Michelle's link tree for all her guides for ideas during isolation. Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and con ... Show More
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