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Jun 2023
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The Real Reason Your Bad Habits Keep Win...

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Join Dr. K, a former monk turned psychiatrist, as he reveals the secret to breaking bad habits that monks have mastered! 🧘‍♂️ Discover how cultivating awareness, rather than relying on willpower, can transform your relationship with habits. 🔄 Explore the neuroscience behind habit formation and learn practical techniques to strengthen control over your behaviors.

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