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Jan 2025
33m 53s

498. How to Be a Beginner

Jody Moore
About this episode

Do you ever avoid trying new things because you're afraid of not being good at them? Maybe you've convinced yourself you're too old, or it's too late to pick up a new skill? 

 

In this episode, I share why challenging yourself to embrace a beginner's mindset is the key to living your most extraordinary life. You'll also learn my favorite strategies for managing your mind and taking care of yourself when you're in that uncomfortable beginner phase.

  

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://jodymoore.com/498 

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