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May 2023
13m 11s

Gratitude lessons (that don't suck)

Growth Mindset Psychology
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No one likes people who complain and yet it is so hard to stop complaining about problems in our life. Gratitude is sold as the answer to all our happiness woes. Stop having expectations, be happy and grateful for what you have, and never let another day go to waste. It's so simple and yet it doesn't work because it isn't that easy. This episode covers the m ... Show More
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