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Jun 2025
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Letting Go of a Dream Isn’t Failure—It’s...

Headspace Studios
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Dora shares the story of walking away from her childhood dream of playing in the WNBA, and the guilt that came with it. Today’s episode explores how letting go of past goals isn’t failure—it’s maturity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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