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Jul 2022
4m 36s

RHS Rewind: Let Go of Great Expectations

Headspace Studios
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Especially with young children, we can place pretty big expectations on who or what they’re going to be. But in doing that, we don’t allow people to be who they actually are. Today, instead of trying to anticipate, try experiencing someone as they are in that moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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