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Jul 2022
6m 2s

Let Expectations Go

Headspace Studios
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Part 1 of Kessonga’s week on relationships. He explains how expectations aren’t necessarily bad, but letting them go can keep us free from judgment.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to ... Show More
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