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Dec 2023
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3014: The Key to Happiness: Accept Yours...

Justin Malik
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Episode 3014:

Discover how Steph Dittrich's journey towards self-acceptance and independence from external validation transformed her life. Her personal story of overcoming health challenges and societal pressures illustrates the profound impact of self-love and self-acceptance on happiness and fulfillment.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/key-to-happiness-accept-yourself-stop-seeking-approval/

Quotes to ponder:

“Accepting your situation does not have to mean you become complacent. In fact, for me, it was quite the opposite.”

“When you focus on the internal, rather than trying to directly influence the external aspects of your life, inevitably the external aspects of your life also change for the better.”

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