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Mar 2024
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#475 Every Choice Matters (How to Shape ...

DR. ROBERT PUFF, PH.D.
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Every choice we make, no matter how seemingly insignificant, has the power to ripple through our lives and shape our future. It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day and overlook the long-term consequences of our decisions. However, recognizing that each choice carries weight is an empowering first step towards building the kind of future you desire.
 
This guide explores the profound link between decision-making and personal destiny. By understanding how your choices influence your path, you can begin to make more conscious decisions aligned with your values and goals. Whether big or small, the choices you make today lay the foundation for your future. Learn to harness this power and intentionally steer your life towards a positive and fulfilling tomorrow.
 

New Happiness Podcast episode with Dr. Robert Puff, Newport Beach Psychologist

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💯 Welcome to my channel! My name is Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. I am an author of 13 books, I am a TV show host, Psychology Today blogger, and corporate trainer. I have been studying the actions it takes to reach the highest levels of human achievement for decades, and I would love to share what I've learned with you! My Happiness Podcast is entirely free to listen to, so why not give it a try!

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