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Jun 2022
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94. Feeling the Blue: 5 Ways Sadness Can...

Monica Berg and Michael Berg
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This week, Monica and Michael continue their conversation about sadness and unpack more fascinating ways we can use our emotions to learn and grow. Recent studies show that being sad can unlock clarity, generosity, and motivation. Join us for part 2 of Monica and Michael’s illuminating conversation about feeling our feelings.



“Inviting sadness to be your teacher is a sure way to start transforming it.” – Monica Berg

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