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Apr 2023
5m 59s

The Illusion of Busyness

Headspace Studios
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Being busy doesn't always lead to more productivity. Today, Dora talks about how to keep from getting caught up in the busyness of our lives. To hear Sam's episode about the different types of rest, click here! Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete ... Show More
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