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Jun 2024
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On Being Human w/ Cory Muscara

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This week Scott is joined by author, former monk, spiritual mindfulness guide, and friend Cory Muscara. Scott and Cory discuss the value of self-connection, whether or not there is a "true self", and the role of mindfulness in the self actualization journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy ... Show More
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