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Apr 2025
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How Self-Compassion Can Calm Anxiety & R...

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We can be our own worst critics, especially in anxious moments. Learn how self-compassion and loving-kindness can shift your inner dialogue, helping you reduce stress and navigate challenges with more ease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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