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Start With One Truth This Week

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If you had to narrow life's wisdom down to a handful of ideas, what would make the list? Andy shares four principles that continue to shape how he approaches life, and invites listeners to choose one to carry into the week ahead. Sometimes a small shift in perspective is enough to change how we experience everything else. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi ... Show More
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