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Feb 2025
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I Release the Need for External Validati...

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This week's mantra is I Release the Need for External Validation. True confidence comes from within, not from the approval or opinions of others. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to let go of the desire for external validation and focus on building self-worth rooted in your own values and authenticity. Releasing this need isn’t about ignoring feedba ... Show More
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