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May 2024
39m 30s

Protect Your Energy: Avoid the Unhappy &...

Violet Benson
About this episode

It's time to do some summer cleaning and dump those energy vampires you've been keeping around!!


In this eye-opening episode of Benson Bookclub on Almost Adulting, we dive deep into Law 10 from Robert Greene's "The 48 Laws of Power": "Avoid the Unhappy and Unlucky."


Discover why the company you keep can make or break your life and success. I'll share not only the wisdom from the book but I also unpack the psychology behind this law and give you actionable tips to start TODAY to detox your social circle and elevate your life. Lastly, I share my personal insights on the importance of energy swaps - hint: who you allow inside of you DOES in fact leave a mark, and how to keep your vibe high.


Tune in and learn how to surround yourself with positivity, protect your energy, and attract success today.


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