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Nov 2021
5m 55s

Stay Open to Possibilities

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Sam discusses the role self help books have played in her life and reveals the one that made the biggest difference. She also stresses the importance of bringing compassion to our journey of self improvement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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