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Feb 2021
4m 54s

The “Right” Choice

Headspace Studios
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There is no way to determine what is a right choice versus a wrong choice. The key is to shift our thinking toward living with all possible outcomes and being at peace with whatever choices we make. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm ... Show More
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