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Aug 2023
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Heavy Burdens: The Emotional Weight of E...

BRYANNA
About this episode

Step into a candid and poignant conversation as our host delves into the emotional weight of navigating a society that often judges based on appearances. In this episode, she discusses the profound struggles faced by those carrying extra pounds and the toll it takes on their emotional well-being. She also touches on the recent Ariana Grande cheating scandal.

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