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Oct 2024
16m 55s

637 - Don't be like them (pessimists)

CASE KENNY
About this episode
In this episode, I talk about a new way to think about optimism. I talk about pessimism vs. possibility and why optimism doesn't always require positivity (but that's what it gives you). My book, "That's Bold of you" is available on Amazon. Instagram: @case.kenny 
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