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Jan 2021
5m 21s

The Procrastinating Mind

Headspace Studios
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Far too often, we waste time worrying about the outcome of a project so much that we end up never starting it. Learn how to practice different approaches to engage oneself and begin something new today.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho ... Show More
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