What I’m Sharing for Survivors (weekly)

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Link – Humans Of New York Post Makes A Brilliant Point About Therapy

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Link – 10 Psychological Benefits to Moving

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“A move might not feel physiologically beneficial in the moment, but with a few good intentions, the rewards become clear.” As I am in the middle of this process right now, moving across the country, driving 2800 miles this week, only to get to the new place and start house hunting and starting a new…

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