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Dec 2021
7m 41s

Playfulness, Connection, and Flow.

Headspace Studios
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Part 4 of “The Funtervention”. Today Catherine discusses the surprising effects fun can have on your health. Fun reduces stress, and spoiler alert, stress is pretty bad for you. But by focusing on three key things, you can reduce stress, increase your health, and learn to feel joy again. You can learn more about Catherine’s work at HowtoHaveFun.com. Learn m ... Show More
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