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May 2023
5m 46s

Drama in the Mind

Headspace Studios
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When we believe the drama our minds project, it’s easy to be hard on ourselves. Today, Sam shares some ways to work better with self-critical thoughts. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from ... Show More
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