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Feb 2023
8m 44s

How to Stop Beating Yourself Up

Therapy in a Nutshell -Emma McAdam
About this episode
Want help to stop beating yourself up? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Today we’re going to talk about beating yourself up. Whether you made a stupid mistake, you lost your cool with someone you care about or y ... Show More
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