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Below I've listed the top causes of stress in the US according to Statistic Brain (verification below). Look them over and see if they resonate... If they do, then today we're going to talk about 4 simple practices to help you get a handle on it so you can live your live with more energy, intensity, and clarity of consciousness. Get the show notes: MeaningfulHQ.com73 %
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