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Jul 2022
11m 16s

Your Self-Care Isn't Selfish

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When life gets stressful, it can be hard to prioritize our wellbeing. Today, Joy Ofodu leads us through an affirmation journaling exercise to remind us that self-care isn't selfish. Grab that journal!

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