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Mar 2022
4m 32s

The Wisdom of Fear

Headspace Studios
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Fear is an evolutionary process, designed to keep us safe. However, what we’ve learned to fear in modern times has changed immensely. We can look to mindfulness to help us work with our fear, instead of being shaken by its presence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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