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Apr 2024
53m 8s

“Being Single Has Been Life’s Most Unexp...

Ilana Dunn
About this episode
My friend Emily joins the podcast today to open up about taking a leap of faith and moving across the country. She shares the mindset that she had that allowed her to meet other people, say yes to everything, and create the life she wanted for herself. We discuss dating in NY vs LA, comparing yourself to your younger siblings, and making new friends in your ... Show More
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