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Aug 2023
37m 54s

Practicing Patience with Your Family, wi...

Headspace Studios
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In a beginner's mind, there are many possibilities. Dora and Robin answer questions about struggling to learn a new skill, acting out with your family, and when people think you're mean. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Dora here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. To send us your question go to sayhi.chat/dearheadpace Learn more a ... Show More
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