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Jun 2023
37m 48s

Handling Difficult Conversations, with K...

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Strength and resilience are intergenerational, just like trauma. Kessonga and Robin answer questions about how to apply mindfulness during difficult conversations, how to know if you’re making progress on a healing journey, and how to honor ancestors when you have negative feelings toward them. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. ... Show More
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