Best Sprouting Minds Podcasts (2024)

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PCM Urges Equality For Para Sports Development 25:33

21h ago25:33

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While Malaysia has yet to win an Olympic gold medal, Malaysian Paralympic athletes have secured six golds since 2016. But these achievements have not been rewarded with greater investment into para sports. Paralympic Council of Malaysia President Datuk Seri Megat D. Shahriman makes the case for more funding for para sports development in line with …

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Chasing 223 Miles on the John Muir Trail and Surviving a 100-Miler - Ep. #201 27:19

5h ago27:19

27:19

Join Joe and Sean on this adventurous episode of the Chasing Tomorrow podcast! Sean shares his incredible journey on the John Muir Trail, covering 223 miles with 50,000 feet of ascent and descent. They discuss the challenges, including self-support strategies and the mental and physical toll of ultra-distance treks. Joe recaps his recent 100-mile r…

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Penang : Stepping Up Its Tourism Game 23:38

1d ago23:38

23:38

Penang has been hard at work wooing travelers back to the island ever since Covid-19 global travel restrictions were lifted, and these efforts are showing results with the number of visitors from China nearly trebling in the first half of 2024, as an example. Wong Hon Wai is the Penang executive councilor in charge of tourism & creative economy out…

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Co-opbank Pertama : Navigating A More Digital Landscape 23:45

1d ago23:45

23:45

Co-opbank Pertama is Malaysia's first co-operative bank set up in 1950 but only having received its deposit-taking license from Bank Negara in 2014. Its CEO Khairil Anuar Mohammad Anuar, shares the bank's growth plans that he initiated when he took over the helm in 2021, while ensuring CBP's members continue to receive attractive dividends. See omn…

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APEC Redefining Global Trade Narratives 24:30

22h ago24:30

24:30

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation or APEC was born at a time when globalisation and free trade were fully embraced, but the conventional wisdom has changed since then. What does this then mean for APEC’s role and approach as an interlocutor platform for its 21 member economies, including Malaysia? We discuss trends in global trade with Tan Sri …

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Sarawak And Malaysia - Segulai, Sejalai? 27:54

23h ago27:54

27:54

Sarawak has come a long way since 1963 and is charting a seemingly independent economic future that hinges on greater autonomy from the federal government. What is the pathway to shared development and prosperity for Sarawak and Malaysia as a whole, in line with the Dayak phrase “segulai, sejalai” or onward together? We discuss this to mark Sarawak…

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Hannah Yeoh On Malaysia Game Plan For Olympic Gold 36:02

21h ago36:02

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Will Paris 2024 see Malaysia end its Olympic gold medal drought? What are the policies being considered to make the sports economy more vibrant in Malaysia? We discuss these themes and more with Minister of Youth and Sports Hannah Yeoh at the start of the Summer Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Journey of Redemption Through Thru-Hiking with Zachary 'Tapeworm' Lawyer - Ep. #200 50:31

4h ago50:31

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In this milestone episode of the Chasing Tomorrow podcast, host Joe Gagnon celebrates the 200th episode by engaging in a compelling conversation with Zach 'Tapeworm' Lawyer. Zach opens up about his turbulent past, from early run-ins with the law and addiction to discovering redemption and purpose through yoga and thru-hiking. He shares his transfor…

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#053 - Skin in the Game: Nassim Taleb (Incerto Series) 2:58:49

2h ago2:58:49

2:58:49

Learn from history's Greatest Minds — and find Timeless ideas you can apply to business and life. Every podcast episode we explore a Lindy book: We strive to become polymaths like our investing and business icons, pulling the Big Ideas from a wide range of disciplines to help us become better investors and operators. For the curious-minded seeking …

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Engie Malaysia, Helping Malaysia Go Green 23:32

8d ago23:32

23:32

Engie Services Malaysia is the local arm of a European and world leader in low-carbon electricity production that also provides B2B solutions to achieve carbon-neutral targets. We speak to their managing director, Wong Yin Kee who will tell us their strategy for growth and how they stack up against the competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for p…

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Kamala Harris Transforms US Presidential Elections 23:31

1d ago23:31

23:31

With the surprising withdrawal of Joe Biden from the race and the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the landscape for the US November presidential elections has shifted dramatically. As the Republican nominee is now confirmed, what strategies might the Democratic Party employ to counter a resurgent Trump campaign? We explore these devel…

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Farm Price Sprouting To Greener Heights 24:09

21h ago24:09

24:09

Farm Price has significantly transformed its business model to focus on the wholesale and distribution of fresh vegetables. This strategic shift led to a successful listing on the ACE Market. We speak with Lawrence Tiong Lee Chian their Managing Director to discuss whether this price appreciation is justified and how the company plans to utilise th…

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UEM Sunrise, Plans In Place For Growth 23:46

21h ago23:46

23:46

Data centres and SEZ are the buzzwords for Johor which benefits UEM Sunrise which owns almost 7000 acres in that state. We speak to Sufian Abdullah, their CEO as to how they intend to monetise this opportunity whilst overcoming the challenges of competition whilst examining their transformation plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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Invest Penang, Strategizing For Sustainable Long Term Growth 23:39

12d ago23:39

23:39

Penang, Malaysia's second smallest state punches above its weight when it comes to GDP contribution and FDI inflow but what is the next phase of growth for the Silicon Island of the East? Dato’ Loo Lee Lian, CEO of InvestPenang tells us their plans, how they overcome the challenges of talent shortage and manage the competition even from other state…

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Balancing Ambition and Life: An Inspiring Conversation with Hope Wagner - Ep. #199 45:48

4h ago45:48

45:48

In this episode of the Chasing Tomorrow podcast, host Joe Gagnon talks with Hope Wagner, CEO and founder of Why Consult. Hope shares her journey from growing up in a poor part of Kentucky to founding her second business. They discuss the importance of integrating personal and professional lives, the evolving role of artificial intelligence in busin…

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Synergy House: Furniture E-Commerce Retailer Turned Enabler 24:42

16d ago24:42

24:42

Malaysia is the 12th largest furniture exporter in the world based on 2021 data, with a total export value of some RM13 billion ringgit in 2022. This is the landscape that Synergy House operates in, a pure-play e-commerce furniture design, development and distribution company that listed on the ACE Market in June last year. How have they put their …

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South Africa : Remembering Mandela Amid Crisis 33:49

22h ago33:49

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July 18th every year is celebrated as Nelson Mandela International Day honouring the first post-apartheid president of South Africa. Its High Commissioner to Malaysia, Dave Malcomson, discusses how the past 30 years of post-apartheid has led to the country accusing Israel of genocide for its actions in Gaza, balancing it out with its continued enga…

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Can France Unite A Divided World? 32:50

15d ago32:50

32:50

French ambassador to Malaysia His Excellency Axel Cruau joins us in the studio for a wide-ranging conversation on the recently concluded French legislative elections, bilateral ties in Malaysia, geo-politics and how the upcoming Olympics will be more economically and environmentally sustainable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Embracing The Journey with Joe Gagnon - Ep. #198 26:29

2h ago26:29

26:29

You Asked and I Answered! NEW EPISODE of the Chasing Tomorrow podcast is out now! Join me on this special episode of the Chasing Tomorrow podcast where I delve into listener questions about the high-performance life. 🎉 Celebrating almost three years of continuous episodes, we explore the origins of the podcast, pivotal moments in endurance sports, …

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IATA: Sustainable Aviation Part of Energy Transition 26:18

1d ago26:18

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2024 is the year the global airline industry turned the page on the Covid-19 pandemic - traffic has returned to pre-pandemic levels and airlines are making profits once again. But the positive numbers belie the many headwinds that could still weigh down on future growth. How are airlines navigating these challenges? We discuss these themes with Mar…

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Democracy Reforms Out Of Pace With Political Realities 36:42

1d ago36:42

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The shifting political landscape since 2018 has meant that the dynamics in Parliament have changed - to what extent are the present rules and conventions in keeping with this new reality? Do the current electoral laws allow for the maximum public participation? We discuss priority reforms for parliament and elections to strengthen Malaysian democra…

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George Town : Balancing Tourism With Preservation 23:44

21d ago23:44

23:44

George Town, Penang, has celebrated its 16th anniversary of being jointly inscribed on the Unesco World Heritage List with Malacca. Think City, a Khazanah Nasional subsidiary, was instrumental in helping to develop George Town since 2009, helping to maintain its status as a living heritage city. Hamdan Abdul Majeed, shares his experience as Think C…

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Jeffrey Sachs On UN SDGs: Herculean, Not Sisyphean 24:50

3d ago24:50

24:50

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were conceived in 2015 as a pathway to galvanise the whole international community towards the common aims of economic development, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability. With 6 years to go until the 2030 deadline, how far have we progressed in achieving the 17 distinct targets - …

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Hibiscus, Budding Into A E&P Powerhouse 23:37

4d ago23:37

23:37

Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad has just announced an ambitious plan to acquire a stake in a Brunei gas asset. Will this be a value accretive acquisition for this oil and gas exploration and production company with a price tag of nearly USD200mn. We speak to their managing director, Kenneth Gerard Pereira to find out whilst asking why this company appear…

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Optimax Eyeing Their Way To Bigger Things 23:31

5d ago23:31

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Optimax, which specializes in a wide range of ophthalmology medical services has now expanded to the aesthetic care industry and set up shop in Cambodia. We ask Sandy Tan, their CEO, about the synergies of their expansion and the challenges of running a business that is capex and human resource intensive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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The Power of Forgiveness 4:00

9d ago4:00

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In this episode of "Spiritual Insights," we explore the profound impact of forgiveness. We'll unpack key scriptures like Matthew 6:14-15, Ephesians 4:32, and Colossians 3:13 to understand why forgiveness is essential for our spiritual growth and relationship with God. Discover practical steps to cultivate a forgiving heart, transform your relations…

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HE Group, In A Sweet Spot With Semiconductors And Datacentres 23:45

9d ago23:45

23:45

HE Group Berhad a electrical engineering services company, listed on the Ace Market earlier this year. Since then the share price has tripled. We speak to Managing Director Amos Haw Chee Seng to explore what strategies will fuel the company's future growth and assess the potential for further appreciation in their share price. See omnystudio.com/li…

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The Evolution Of Music Consumption 23:37

10d ago23:37

23:37

The music industry has evolved from the days of cassettes, vinyl and CDs, to streaming and social media over the last four decades or so. Dinesh Ratnam, the Managing Director of Warner Music Malaysia sits down to talk about how this company now operates in an increasingly digital world where the consumption and promotion of music and creativity are…

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Kucingko IPO : No More Pussyfooting In The Industry 23:43

11d ago23:43

23:43

Kucingko Berhad will become Malaysia's first animation company to list on Bursa Malaysia's ACE Market by the end of July. It started life as Inspidea back in 2002 and has chalked up production credits from the Cartoon Network's Johnny Bravo to the BAFTA-nominated BBC series, Pet Squad. Its co-founder and executive director iCJ See talks about how t…

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Overcoming Adversity: Doug Evans' Inspiring Journey from Troubled Youth to Sprouting Entrepreneur - Ep. #197 56:36

12d ago56:36

56:36

In this episode of the Chasing Tomorrow podcast, we sit down with Doug Evans and explore his incredible life story. From a difficult upbringing in New York City and service in the U.S. Army, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author, Doug's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Doug shares his transformation through discovering the nutritio…

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China-Malaysia's Asymmetric But Symbiotic Relationship 23:50

12d ago23:50

23:50

This year, Malaysia-China celebrates 50 years of relations. We speak to Peter T. C. Chang, Deputy Director of the Institute of China Studies, University of Malaya on the evolution of this relationship and what the future may hold in this era of increased geopolitical tensions amidst integrated economic ties. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnys…

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MDEC, Still Plays A Prominent Role In Malaysia's Digital Economy 23:39

13d ago23:39

23:39

Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), a government agency under the Ministry of Digital has been tasked since 1996 to ensure that Malaysia becomes a digital economy. Mahadhir Aziz, CEO of MDEC tells us if they are on path to achieve their goals despite the plethora of government agencies involved and what are the challenges ahead considering…

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FINAS Recalibration Work In Progress 34:04

1M ago34:04

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2023 was a banner year for Malaysian cinema in terms of international recognition, however the local industry was bogged down by low box office sales and film censorship controversies. Additionally the consequences of a shift to digitalisation continue to reverberate across the global industry. What role does FINAS play in this changing industry la…

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MSMEs Want More Simplicity, Less Red Tape 23:37

18d ago23:37

23:37

The Twelfth Malaysia Plan targets to grow the economic contribution of MSMEs to 45% of GDP by 2025 from just under 40% currently. But do the policies at hand recognise the nuances of the MSME landscape, including those related to women entrepreneurs? To mark World MSME Day, we discuss these themes with: Chin Chee Seong, National Secretary General o…

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Islamic Finance, Opportunities Aplenty 23:44

19d ago23:44

23:44

The Islamic Finance market is small in comparison to its conventional counterpart but that also means that there are plenty of opportunities for innovation and growth. We speak to Mustafa Adil, Head of Islamic Finance at London Stock Exchange (LSEG) to understand the dynamic landscape, the importance of Shariah compliance, the global sukuk market a…

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MyDigital ID Hoping To Accelerate Adoption 23:51

21d ago23:51

23:51

MyDigital ID is a national identity and transaction signing platform that hopes to address current vulnerabilities like insecure communication channels and the storage of user credentials. Mohd Mirza Mohamed Noor, CEO of My Digital ID Sdn Bhd, highlights its purpose, integration with existing systems, and goals. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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Go Hub Capital Going Places 23:39

1M ago23:39

23:39

Go Hub Capital specialises in enterprise IT services, with a particular focus on the transportation sector. Tan Cherng Thong, their CEO tells us why they are electing for an ACE listing, the usage of their proceeds, the competition and is their IPO priced to perfection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Epic Gravel Rides and Ultra Endurance Training Insights #SpecialEpisode - Ep. #196 18:48

1M ago18:48

18:48

Join Joe Gagnon and Sean on the Chasing Tomorrow podcast for an inspiring catch-up as they dive into their recent ultra-endurance feats, including Joe's 200-mile gravel ride and Sean's 62-mile bike ride. They discuss the importance of balanced training, nutrition strategies during long events, and the thrill of exploring different fitness regimes. …

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The Challenges Of Ramping Up Malaysia-Poland Trade 23:44

25d ago23:44

23:44

Poland and Malaysia have had diplomatic relations since 1971 and since the last half-century, trade between the two nations have been chugging along and could be better. Przemysław Zaręba, the Head of the Polish Investment & Trade Agency's Foreign Trade Office In Malaysia, shares with us what he sees could be areas to develop between our countries'…

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T7 Global Transformation Plans Working Out 23:46

26d ago23:46

23:46

Oil prices have been volatile in the last two decades affecting all oil and gas players. We speak to T7 Global as to what their outlook is for the industry especially on the back of the shift towards renewable energy. Tan Kay Zhuin, Group CEO, will also share with us the operating landscape, the competition and do they have regional ambitions. See …

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IMU University : The Business Of Educational Healthcare 23:45

27d ago23:45

23:45

For over 32 years, International Medical University Malaysia has provided private tertiary education for those keen to pursue a career in healthcare. It was recently sold off by its original parent company, the Bursa-listed IHH Healthcare, to a consortium comprising US private equity firm, TPG Group, Hong Leong Group and EPF. Professor Gerry George…

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British Council: Bridging People-To-People Ties In Education 23:40

28d ago23:40

23:40

This year marks 76 years since the British Council was established in 1948 as an education and cultural centre. But as the geopolitical dynamics have shifted over the decades and as attitudes towards higher education evolve, how much pull does the UK have on Malaysians today? We discuss the role and relevance of the British Council in Malaysia with…

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Unlocking Human Potential: Ketones, Metabolism, and Health with Dr. Latt Mansor - Ep. #195 54:31

2M ago54:31

54:31

In this episode of the Chasing Tomorrow Podcast, join us for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Latt Mansor, a scientist and deep-level expert in human metabolism. Latt shares his unique journey from aspiring astronomer to leading expert in biotechnology and health sciences. We delve into the importance of understanding our bodies, the benefits of k…

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#052 - Antifragile: Nassim Taleb (Incerto Series) 3:42:56

30d ago3:42:56

3:42:56

Every episode we explore a Lindy book, and find Timeless ideas you can apply to business and life. We strive to become polymaths like our investing and business icons, pulling the Big Ideas from a wide range of disciplines to help us become better investors and operators. Join 3,000+ curious minds and avid readers by subscribing @ rationalvc.com to…

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EUPE In Growth Mode 22:07

1M ago22:07

22:07

EUPE Corporation Berhad has been a property developer since 1986 by combining innovative and affordable homes through a unique shared value approach. Dato' Beh Huck Lee, Group Managing Director of EUPE highlights the corporation's distinctive approach to residential design and perhaps explains in the share price has suddenly been on a tear. See omn…

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MPOB: Safeguarding Smallholder Interests 33:57

1M ago33:57

33:57

Malaysia is the second largest producer of palm oil after Indonesia, making up 24% of global production. With the sector facing headwinds including challenges in productivity, regulatory impediments and uncertain demand conditions, how well can Malaysia adapt to the changing ties? We discuss these issues with Datuk Dr. Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir, D…

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Johor Plantations Group : A More Focused Approach 23:45

2M ago23:45

23:45

Johor Plantations Group is set to be the latest oil palm company to list on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia. It is part of the 5-year transformation plan of Kulim Malaysia, which was delisted in 2016, to see a more focused approach to the overall operations. Mohd Faris Adli Shukery, the managing director of both JPG and Kulim explains the overall…

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Will India's Social Stock Exchange Revolutionise Development Funding? 23:43

2M ago23:43

23:43

Both developed and developing countries have experimented with social stock exchanges over the past two decades with little success. Can India's model be the gamechanger in social funding? We discuss the concept and implementation of the Indian social stock exchange with Dr. R. Balasubramian, Chair of SEBI's Social Stock Exchange Advisory Committee…

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Enhancing New Zealand-Malaysia Relations And Beyond 24:06

2M ago24:06

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New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Winston Peters, was recently on an official visit to Malaysia, after having taken over the roles following the country's general election in October 2023. He sits down with us to discuss bilateral relations between Wellington and Putrajaya, as well as New Zealand's stand on international iss…

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The Power of Reframing and Family Retreats - Ep. #194 26:43

2M ago26:43

26:43

Join host Joe Gagnon and guest Sean Greenspan as they dive into the powerful concept of reframing life experiences and the importance of consistent effort. They discuss the benefits of focusing on progress rather than peak performance and highlight the transformative experience of engaging in a family retreat. Through personal anecdotes and insight…

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