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Sep 2023
27m 47s

How Do You Want To Be Celebrated?

The Angry Therapist
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In this episode, John and Vanessa talk about attachment styles and how they want to be celebrated in their relationships. They also answer a few listeners' questions about love, dating, and relationships. John and Vanessa are launching their second ever couples retreat on Sept 8-10th!   Escape to Idyllwild, California, for an unforgettable weekend retreat ta ... Show More
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