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Mar 2025
1h 7m

Ep 471: Don't let perfectionism ruin you...

Anne Bogel
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Over the past few years, today's guest has been on a journey of self-discovery. Florida reader Casey has been working on coming to terms with her perfectionism and along the way, she's been noticing what it means for her reading life. Casey's noticed she tends to save highly anticipated books for later: some uncertain time down the road when circumstances m ... Show More
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