Best Julie Tenner Podcasts (2025)

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NTM 514: When Motherhood Strains Your Marriage - What Nobody Talks About 32:56

6d ago32:56

32:56

Motherhood cracks open a whole new world — and with it, a thousand unseen fractures in our relationships. In this episode, we sit tenderly and truthfully with the discomfort of disconnection, resentment, and the quiet heartbreak so many couples experience as they build their families. This is the conversation that rarely gets spoken, but so despera…

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NTM 513: From Full-Time Mothering to Full-Time Work 38:39

14d ago38:39

38:39

What happens when the parts of you that once felt so whole now feel split between boardrooms and bedtime stories? In this episode, we walk alongside Bridget’s raw and revealing journey — from leaving corporate to raise her children, to now returning to full-time work… and all the identity unraveling that’s come with it. The ache of being enamoured …

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NTM 512: The Growth You’re Stopping: Are You Your Own Roadblock? 27:48

21d ago27:48

27:48

This one’s a little edgy. You might feel the sting at first. Maybe even a full-body ‘nope!’. But if you’re growth-oriented, it’ll plant a seed you can’t ignore. Because what if you are the biggest thing standing in the way of the life you say you want? We explore the uncomfortable signs that you’re outgrowing who you’ve been — like the rising gnark…

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NTM 511: Resentment Isn’t the Problem—It’s the Portal 34:32

28d ago34:32

34:32

This one’s for the women who do it all... and are starting to feel the cost. In this episode, we’re unpacking the slow, quiet build of resentment—the kind that hides in the “I’ll just do this one thing” that becomes ten. The kind that spirals when you’ve picked up the towel, the shoes, the lunchbox (again), while giving your kids ten chances—and wa…

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NTM 510: Inside Our Bedroom & Beyond – Part Two: Desire, Disconnection & Finding the Spark Again 1:00:01

1M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

We kick off this episode with an honest chat about parenting our autistic child — what it asks of us individually and as a couple. It was meant to be a quick segue into sex after long days… but became its own detour (because that’s real life). If you can hang in through the parenting feels, the juicy bits arrive soon after. We open up about desire,…

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NTM 509: Inside Our Bedroom & Beyond: A Candid Conversation With My Husband – Part One 55:16

1M ago55:16

55:16

What really holds a relationship together when the mental load is heavy, emotions are high, and life keeps pulling you in different directions? In this raw and intimate conversation, Julie and her husband, Nick, reflect on their journey as a couple — where they’ve struggled, where they’ve grown, and what’s helped them stay connected through it all.…

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NTM 508: Motherhood, but sustainable: How to stop running on empty 23:05

2M ago23:05

23:05

Ever feel like you're constantly running on fumes, just trying to make it through the day? Like no matter how much you do, it never feels like enough—and somehow, you're the last one on your own list? In this episode, we’re talking about sustainable motherhood—how to stop the endless cycle of exhaustion and start creating a life that actually feels…

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NTM 507: From Sexless to Sensual: Why Your Mental Load Kills Your Desire 27:37

2M ago27:37

27:37

If you feel like your sex drive has vanished, it’s not because something is wrong with you. It’s because your mind is overloaded, your body is exhausted, and your desire has been buried under an avalanche of to-do lists, responsibilities, and emotional labour. In this episode, we unpack the real reasons why so many women feel disconnected from thei…

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NTM 506: Coming Up For Air: What Happens When Motherhood Isn’t ‘Everything’ Anymore?" 30:12

2M ago30:12

30:12

Motherhood has shaped you, stretched you, and asked more of you than you ever thought possible. But what happens when you wake up one day and realize… it’s not everything anymore? When the role that once defined you no longer fits in quite the same way? This episode is for the mother standing at the edge of change—the one who’s spent years devoted …

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NTM 505: Proud Mama: Untangling Our Self-Worth from Our Kids' Successes and Struggles 39:51

2M ago39:51

39:51

In this episode of Proud Mama, we’re diving into the emotional rollercoaster of tying our self-worth to our kids’ successes and struggles. Why do we feel pride when they excel and shame when they stumble? And how can we untangle these feelings to foster healthier, more authentic relationships? Join us as we explore the psychology behind parental pr…

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NTM 504: Don’t Rush the Finish—Mastering the Art of Holding Tension 27:27

3M ago27:27

27:27

You know that guy—the one who gets so caught up in his own urgency that he blows the whole thing in two seconds, leaving you unsatisfied and wondering, was that it? That’s what most of us do with tension. We can’t stand the discomfort, so we rush to resolve, fix, smooth it over, tie it up in a neat little bow—just to make the tension go away. But w…

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NTM 503: What’s Your Relationship Cockblock? 35:35

3M ago35:35

35:35

You’re saying all the right things, communicating effectively (or so you think), but somehow… it’s not landing. Instead of bringing you closer, the conversation is driving a wedge. They’re withdrawing, getting defensive, or shutting down—and now you’re caught in the frustrating loop of repulsion and resentment. So, what’s your relationship cockbloc…

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NTM 502: When a Huge Part of You Walks Out the Door: The Ache, The Relief & Who Am I Now? 37:12

3M ago37:12

37:12

There’s a moment in motherhood that hits like a freight train—the day your youngest walks out the door and into school. It’s a seismic shift, a transition that carries both grief and relief, a moment where you feel like a huge part of you just left, but also like you’re finally coming up for air. You’ve spent years in the most important (and invisi…

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NTM 501: The journey to 500 - What we’ve forgotten, evolved and learned to love - Part 2 1:00:11

3M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

500 episodes. A journey of conversations, revelations, and transformations. In this milestone episode, we’re peeling back the layers of the last ten years, reflecting on the titles that captured moments of insight and evolution, and revisiting the topics that challenged, shaped, and sometimes made us cringe. Together, we’ll explore how this podcast…

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NTM 500: The journey to 500 - What we’ve forgotten, evolved and learned to love - Part 1 1:18:04

3M ago1:18:04

1:18:04

500 episodes. A journey of conversations, revelations, and transformations. In this milestone episode, we’re peeling back the layers of the last ten years, reflecting on the titles that captured moments of insight and evolution, and revisiting the topics that challenged, shaped, and sometimes made us cringe. Together, we’ll explore how this podcast…

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NTM 499: The gift of tension - why growth comes with a little discomfort 35:09

4M ago35:09

35:09

Tension—it’s that uncomfortable pull we all feel, especially at this time of year. But what if tension wasn’t something to dread? What if it’s exactly what we need to grow? In this episode, we dive into why tension is a sign you’re pushing boundaries and tackling challenges, which is the birthplace of growth. We’ll also explore how the holiday seas…

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NTM 498: Less pressure, more purpose: Why you need a word of the year 31:05

4M ago31:05

31:05

Feeling overwhelmed by resolutions that fizzle out before February? In this episode, we explore a simpler, more purposeful way to guide your year: choosing one word. But what about the fear of locking in a word and experiencing the fallout if it doesn’t live up to your hopes? We’ll unpack why this fear holds us back from creating what we truly want…

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NTM 497: “We’re so busy—we have no time to talk, let alone connect.” 37:51

4M ago37:51

37:51

Sound familiar? In this episode, we unpack how busyness becomes a sneaky barrier to intimacy, creating disconnection, silence, and resentment—even when you’re sharing a life together. You’ll learn why this happens, how to break the cycle, and the small, intentional actions that can bring you back to each other amidst the chaos of life. Because conn…

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NTM 496: I’m not organised enough to sit with your emotions right now 33:40

4M ago33:40

33:40

How do we forget, every single year, what December is like as mums? We somehow expect ourselves to 10X the events, organisation, and emotional load — without creating any extra space for it. Sound familiar? Us too. But as conscious mums, we’re always asking: How can we realign, embody, ground, and anchor ourselves in the chaos? Let's explore how to…

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NTM 495: Sweet Christmas and New Year? Managing Kids’ Sugar Highs and Lows 51:52

5M ago51:52

51:52

The festive sugar load can have us spinning into anxiety, apprehension and control, so let’s talk with Naturopath Jess from Natural Super Kids on how to move away from perfect and make change accessible to all of us. Tune in for practical tips, mum advice, and simple solutions to sugar-swings. In this episode we discuss: - Moving away from ‘perfect…

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NTM 494: What We Wish We Knew: NTM Community Day Highlights 36:31

5M ago36:31

36:31

In this special episode, we’re bringing you an intimate glimpse into our NTM Community Day. With a playful twist, we invited listeners to roll the dice and answer heartfelt, thought-provoking questions about love, relationships, and parenting. From navigating boundaries and fostering independence in kids to the profound lessons learned through moth…

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NTM 493: Relationship Red Flags to Watch This Festive Season 41:51

5M ago41:51

41:51

The holidays can bring out both the best and the worst in relationships. Amidst the chaos, joy, and togetherness, subtle cracks in your connection can start to show. Increased stress, family obligations, and the busyness of the festive season often magnify unresolved issues, making it easier for red flags to slip under the radar. In this episode, w…

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NTM 492: Parenting struggles on repeat? 3 ways to reset and thrive 31:32

5M ago31:32

31:32

Do you find yourself in the worst type of dejavu, Where you’re constantly running into the same issues in parenting? Wouldn’t it be life-changing to feel back in control with your behaviour with a whole heap of self-compassion and good dose of spaciousness. Let’s do this together, step by step, with a whole lot of gentleness. In this episode we dis…

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NTM 491: All Mothers Work with Virginia Tapscott 1:03:42

6M ago1:03:42

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In this episode, we welcome writer & mother of four, Virginia Tapscott, co-author of the book "All Mothers Work: A revolutionary plan to truly liberate women and fix failing care systems“. Virginia shares her powerful journey of realising the systemic undervaluing of care work and her mission to empower parents and advocate for true support systems…

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NTM 490: The Power of Appreciation – Fuelling Your Relationship with Gratitude 27:38

6M ago27:38

27:38

When was the last time you truly felt seen by your partner? Or that you made them feel valued beyond the daily grind? For so many couples, appreciation quietly slips away, leaving behind a relationship that feels more transactional than connected. But what if gratitude could be the key to reigniting that spark between you? In this episode, we’re di…

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NTM 489: Beyond the Bedroom – How to Transform Transactional Touch into Genuine Connection 29:03

6M ago29:03

29:03

Does every touch feel like it has a hidden agenda? When physical affection only leads to one destination, it can start to feel more like a transaction than a true connection. Over time, this can create distance and make intimacy feel forced, even hollow. In this episode, we explore how to transform transactional touch into genuine connection, bring…

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NTM 488: Reclaiming Our Purpose and Energy in Modern Motherhood 35:35

6M ago35:35

35:35

We’re often told that as our children grow, the path toward ‘freedom’ should get clearer, with parenting becoming less hands-on. But what happens when you find yourself still in the trenches, feeling isolated and exhausted, even as your kids get older? You’re not alone. Join us as we share real stories, uncover the unspoken challenges, and help you…

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NTM 487: From transactional communication to true connection 27:06

6M ago27:06

27:06

How would it feel to have conversations that go beyond tasks to tap into what you’re really craving; to be seen, heard and connected with? Let’s get you on path with tweaking one tiny thing to change everything in your relationship and world. In this episode we discuss: - How easily communication can turn into a list of who is doing what - Feeling …

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NTM 486: What’s one thing that you can change that will change everything? 32:20

7M ago32:20

32:20

The modern mother lives life feeling pulled in all directions, playing ‘whack a mole’ with problems, and ending up in a heightened buzz of productivity, but never feeling like she really gets where she wants to be. Get your journal out, this one’s a self-reflective podcast. In this episode we discuss: - Looking at the areas of your life that consis…

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NTM 485: Lowering your parenting bar as a conscious parent 31:33

7M ago31:33

31:33

“But hang on Bridget and Julie, don’t we want to get better, more conscious, and more attuned with our kids?” We know! This episode might seem counterintuitive, but what we’re leading you into, is instead of a rulebook in your head, we want you to drop into your experience, and parent from there. In this episode we discuss: - The dynamic of always …

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NTM 484: When your kids won’t ‘join in’ and it hits all your edges 33:02

7M ago33:02

33:02

In an ideal world, we’d love our kids to be active and enthusiastic participants in social, community and sporting scenarios. However, that’s not always how it rolls, is it? And it can get under your skin! So let’s talk about the edges around our child’s teamwork. In this episode we discuss: - When you have a set of values and your child chooses th…

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NTM 483: How you feel shapes the life you live, so what are you creating? 26:13

7M ago26:13

26:13

Women tend to colour their life based on how they feel. How you feel is what the law of attraction is bouncing back to you. So what are you creating in your life, and do you want to change that? In this episode we discuss: - Overloaded ‘mental stuff’ can be an avoidance of emotions and feelings - The law of attraction (also called the law of resona…

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NTM 482: The communication upgrade: Unlock deeper intimacy with powerful communication 28:20

8M ago28:20

28:20

What are you not saying, that if you spoke the truth of, would elevate your relationship? When you consciously allow your protective strategies of anger, or avoidance to dissolve, what you’re left with is a really authentic connection and communication, where you stop relying on performance, and old, learnt habits. So let us help you get more fulfi…

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NTM 481: Lost in the noise: life crowding out your relationship? 31:50

8M ago31:50

31:50

Do you put your relationship, your partner or each other, below the dishes or the laundry? Have you ended up being ships in the night, co-habitating, but never really connecting? We all want to be chosen as partners, not someone’s vehicle of convenience. So let’s explore how to shift where you’re at! In this episode we discuss: - What do you need t…

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NTM 480: Forging friendships that fill you up 38:15

8M ago38:15

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Lost at sea, asking yourself “who am I…and who are my people?” But you don’t quite know where you fit in? Let’s let go of old cultural narratives of cattiness and competitiveness in female friendships and let’s move towards forging friendships that expand, soften and inspire you as a woman, mother and lover. In this episode we discuss: - Knowing yo…

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NTM 479: Repulsion in relationship is really normal 25:57

8M ago25:57

25:57

We all grew up on a diet of fairytales, romcoms, and Hollywood romance - and if this is you, too, you might feel that your relationship is wrong for you. We want you to know that ALL relationships have seasons of repulsion. So let’s work with your forces of attraction and repulsion in your relationship. In this episode we discuss: - Why repulsion i…

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NTM 478: The fastest, easiest way to change what you’ve been avoiding 27:06

9M ago27:06

27:06

Don’t we all love a good avoidance strategy? Are you sick of your own BS yet?! Are you ready for change? Let’s stop sabotaging growth by tripping over the same challenges over and over again. Bring on the fast, effective change, now! In this episode we discuss: - When you’re on the cusp of great change, and how to set yourself up for it - Going bey…

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NTM 477: Choosing faith or fear is exactly the same leap…with completely different outcomes 29:39

9M ago29:39

29:39

Your desire to have what you don’t yet have, requires you to behave in ways you’ve not yet behaved. Either, you’re going to choose fear, and end up in fate, over and over again - or you’re going to choose fate, and open up to destiny. Which one will you choose?… In this episode we discuss: - Fear protecting us from wanting to make the change we see…

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NTM 476: Let’s get real about anger in motherhood 28:35

9M ago28:35

28:35

Are you noticing challenging feelings coming up in your motherhood? Are you noticing little whispers in your conscious and gentle parenting mind that seem to shame your anger, aggression and frustration? So let’s move beyond the patriarchal programming of sugar and spice and all things nice, to embrace your wholeness as a woman and a mother. In thi…

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Motherhood- The portal to self growth with Bridget Wood 1:01:08

9M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Welcome back to The Well! In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Bridget Wood, a mother of three and a mentor for whole embodied living and loving. Bridget shares her journey through motherhood, the challenges and triumphs she's faced, and the wisdom she's gained along the way. We dive deep into her personal story, discussing everyt…

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NTM 475: When self-love is protecting you from the change you say you want 36:11

9M ago36:11

36:11

Do you find yourself in a persistent dynamic where you’re completely fed up with the pattern…but yet you’re still here? Do you find yourself asking “I want your help and advice! But I’ve already tried all the things” OR “It’s because they’re not/they can’t/they won’t…” Babes, what if you’re just not ready for change? Let us help you hold yourself h…

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NTM 474: Navigating family chaos: techniques for a calm nervous system 52:56

10M ago52:56

52:56

The daily grind of family life can have a us feeling like we don’t recognise who we are, and feeling anything but calm. Yet at the same time, berating ourselves for not being the calm, perfect mother. Even the best family calendar in the world will not save you from family chaos. So let us help you get comfy in chaos, so you’re more available to fi…

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NTM 473: Balancing friendship and family: managing relationships as a busy mum 26:30

10M ago26:30

26:30

Join us for an insightful conversation filled with tips and encouragement to help you thrive in your friend and romantic relationships. Balancing friendships and family as a busy mum can be tricky, but it’s crucial you maintain both relationships as part of your overall well-being and happiness. We dive into how different stages of motherhood requi…

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NTM 472: The path to deep bonds: finding women you can truly trust 1:01:58

10M ago1:01:58

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In this episode, we dive into the heart of authentic connections. We explore the journey of finding those magical women who become our trusted confidantes and lifelong friends. How do you cultivate deep, honest relationships in a world full of surface-level interactions? Join us as we share insights, stories, and practical tips on building genuine …

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NTM 471: Breaking the cycle - stopping our negative loops before they become our child’s identity 30:35

10M ago30:35

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When you know you’re stuck in a negative loop about your child, how do you prevent it becoming part of their identity? Let’s give ourselves permission to feel the feelings and stretch our thinking beyond the polarisation. In this episode we discuss: - Finding the drawbacks of how you think they ‘should’ be - Moving beyond seeing this trait as the m…

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NTM 470: From ship to shore: relationship strategies for overlapping lives, including FIFO 41:45

10M ago41:45

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When you feel like you’re passing ships, or living parallel lives, it can be incredibly difficult to surrender and relax into life and relationship when you come back together. So let’s prepare for re-integration! In this episode we give you the ‘Getting to shore kit’ where we cover: - Taking steps towards your goals, not just digging backwards - S…

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NTM 469: Grounded parenting: Your anchor in a sea of advice 48:07

11M ago48:07

48:07

How do you lean into trusting your child and trusting yourself when the weight of advice, information, research and authorities are bearing down on you? What if you could create a lean-back effect that makes parenting and holding yourself easier, by overlaying a really beautiful and basic blueprint of what your children are trying to work out, inte…

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NTM 468: When it feels like you’re living with a pack of freeloaders 39:21

11M ago39:21

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Family freeloading on your unpaid labour is REAL. So what is service, and what is enabling/over-functioning? It requires you to hold high expectations and a level of self-worth on your minimum standards for how others treat you, and how you treat yourself. In this episode we discuss: - It’s overfunctioning when you’re running from a threat - It’s s…

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NTM 467: So you’re in a relationship, but it feels like you’re solo parenting? 1:09:25

11M ago1:09:25

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Firstly, ouch. That’s a hard place to be. How do you get out of the burnout and resentment cycles and into a parenting relationship that feels more equitable? First, you’ve got to look at why you’re overfunctioning, what your emotional set point is, and how you can step out of the way. So let’s get on the co-parenting train! In this episode we disc…

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NTM 466: Monogamy can only be freedom if you’re choosing it 46:31

11M ago46:31

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When you put a ring on it, the work is not done. But we can tend to find ourselves working our current relationship off an old program and set of agreements. There’s only freedom if you’re choosing it, so let’s talk about how to get out of feeling trapped. In this episode we discuss: - Your own confirmation bias - Whatever you look for, you find - …

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