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Oct 23
5m 47s

What to Do When You Don’t Get Closure

Headspace Studios
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Not every ending is clear — sometimes friendships, relationships, or jobs just fade without a goodbye. In this episode, Dora reflects on the grief of unspoken endings and offers mindful tools like ritual, self-reflection, and compassion to help you find closure within yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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