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Aug 24
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The Closure Myth: How Do We Really Move ...

Treat Media and Glennon Doyle
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368. The Closure Myth: How Do We Really Move On?  Abby, Glennon and Amanda delve into your voicemails and discuss matters of the broken heart, closure, self-sabotage, moving toward or away from family, and more.  Discover:  Glennon’s “magical pessimism”  Why creative people do not seek out closure  The geographical solution or finding the “ ... Show More
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