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Oct 2020
45m 45s

10 Lessons for a Great Life, Part 1: Res...

RICK HANSON, PH.D., FORREST HANSON
About this episode
What are the most essential lessons we've ever learned? Today we're exploring the first half of our 10 most important practices, skills, techniques, and reflections for the long road of life. Today we cover getting on your own side, the impact of childhood, widening your view, slowing down, and taking in the good. A quick summary of Rick's approach to taking ... Show More
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