We are questioning, disrupting and transforming "Normal" to something more sustainable and enriching for us all. Debbie Harrell and her guests are challenging listeners to rethink their current routines & habits, their "shoulds & have-tos" and live more aligned with their passions and purpose. We are sharing stories of individuals who are making impactful changes in the world around them, working to create a more healthy, holistic, and inclusive future. We believe that the power to create so ...
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The Fully Mindful podcast explores what it is to be fully mindful and present in our everyday lives, uncover our worth and discover our purposes. Host of TFM, Melissa Chureau is a neurodivergent lawyer, mindfulness teacher, and embodiment and breathwork coach. On TFM, Melissa interviews inspiring creatives, wellness leaders, and social disruptors about how they have discovered their purpose(s), authentic wellness, and the value of their work on the world at large. Support this podcast: https ...
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Navigating Trauma and Building Self-Trust and Emotional Wellness with Therapist Gina Gratza
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Send us a text What if your personal trauma could be the key to unlocking a more profound, humanistic approach to therapy? Join me as I sit down with Gina Gratza, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in trauma, eating disorders, and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Gina opens up about her journey from a preteen with emotional struggle…
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Empowering Neurodivergent Learners | Dr. Emily Levy on Special Education Strategies for Success
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of effective special education as Dr. Emily Levy, a respected educational expert and advocate, shares her remarkable journey from a family steeped in special education to creating her own specialized tutoring program, EBL Coaching. Dr. Levy takes us through actionable strategies for supporting children with learnin…
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Redefining Career Goals and Personal Fulfillment | Michael Garden on Embracing Vulnerability & Personal Growth
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to aligning your personal identity with professional success through the remarkable journey of Michael Garden. From the high-stakes world of derivatives trading to the triumph of building a million-dollar business, Michael's story is filled with resilience, authenticity, and self-discovery. Learn how his recent ADH…
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Tangents & Sidebars; Breaking Cycles of Busyness
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Ever wonder why your mind constantly races, even when there's no urgent task at hand? Welcome to the first episode of podcast mashup "Tangents and Sidebars," where co-hosts Melissa Chureau (The Fully Mindful) and Debbie Harrell (New World Normal) kick things off by sharing a bit about themselves and how they navigate the cult of busyness that has b…
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Tangents & Sidebars: Breaking the Cycle of Busyness with Melissa Chureau & Debbie Harrell
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Send us a text Ever wonder why your mind constantly races, even when there's no urgent task at hand? Welcome to the first episode of podcast mashup "Tangents and Sidebars," where co-hosts Melissa Chureau (The Fully Mindful) and Debbie Harrell (New World Normal) kick things off by sharing a bit about themselves and how they navigate the cult of busy…
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Transforming Mental Health with Psilocybin Therapy | A Conversation with Kat Thompson of Fractal Soul
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Send us a text Ever wondered how psilocybin could transform your mental health journey? Join us on "The Fully Mindful" as we sit down with Kat, a former corporate executive turned mental health advocate, who opens up about her personal and transformative experiences with psilocybin. Learn how she transitioned from microdosing for stress management …
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It is what it is | A guided meditation in noticing and accepting what is
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Send us a text Even though the calendar reads "June,", it was a rainy and cold day here in the Pacific Northwest--one of those days you just want to hunker down with a good book, a cozy blanket and a hot cup of tea. I had a lot on the schedule today, and it turned out, life/the universe had other plans for me today. I was feeling a little bit sorry…
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Cultivating Connection in Life and Embracing Life's Final Conversations: An Intimate Conversation with Author & Psychotherapist Yvonne Caputo
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Send us a text Step into the world of Yvonne Caputo, a storyteller whose narratives echo with the resonance of life's deepest truths. With a gentle yet profound touch, Yvonne unveils the essence of human experience, inviting us to explore the depths of what it is to be human and alive, and the power of mindful presence. Yvonne's journey is not just…
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Empowering Families with Equitable Birth Support: A Conversation with PNFF Founder Liz Farmer
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Send us a text In today's episode, we are honored to have Liz Farmer, Founder & Executive Director of Portland New Family Fund, on the show. Liz, a second-generation Jewish American anthropologist, activist, and birth worker, is dedicated to empowering families and building strong communities. She founded PNFF with a mission to provide financial as…
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Unveiling Purpose | Author & Entrepreneur JJ DiGernonimo on Finding Your Life's Work
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Send us a text Welcome to another soul-nourishing episode of the Fully Mindful podcast, where we unravel the intricacies of mindfulness, self-discovery, and purpose. Today we speak with JJ DiGeronimo, President of Tech Savvy Women and the brilliant mind behind 'Seeking: 74 Key Findings to Raise Your Energy, Sidestep Your Self-Doubts, and Align with…
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Harmony Within: A Meditation in Cultivating Non-Reactivity
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Send us a text Only after A LOT of mindfulness and breathwork practices do I have a shot at living an intentional life. Throughout my life, I've had many moments where I've been reactive and negative. Over the years, I've found ways to find what used to be the elusive pause before responding. Did I mention it's taken a lot of practice? That's what …
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Sarasvati Hewitt and the Art & Science of Yin Yoga
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Send us a text I remember the first time I saw a sign for Yin Yoga at a studio I was going to in downtown Portland. I peaked in one day, and saw what looked like a bunch of people super relaxed and blissed out. Needless to say, I was utterly freaked, and vowed never, ever, ever to go to Yin. For those unfamiliar with Yin Yoga, it’s a style of yoga–…
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The Last Lighthouse Keeper on Lunan Bay | A very Scottish, very awesome conversation with author & somatics coach Dr. Paul Taylor-Pitt
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Send us a text Dr Paul Taylor Pitt, or Paul, as he insists being called, despite the many letters behind his name is an incredible teacher. He balances a genuine self-deprecation with grounded confidence and curiosity and a spirit of collective experimentation. It’s pretty fucking awesome. No wonder he’s a successful organizational development & so…
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To Live and (Almost) Die in One Day | A Conversation with Adrian Jones on Finding Himself and His Purpose
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Send us a text Life gets super clear when you’re about to die. And it was no different for Adrian Jones who was having a “widow-maker” heart attack. As he lay there on the hospital table for emergency surgery, three things became really clear: 1) He didn’t want his wife to fly home a widow, 2) He didn’t get to tell his kids he loved them yet that d…
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Balancing Our Collective Nervous Systems | A Conversation with Trauma Specialist Dr. Jenny King
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Send us a text Dr Jenny King , Co-Director at the Center on Trauma and Adversity Associate. Professor at Case Western University, neurobiologically-informed doctor of social worker, therapist consultant, and author and I sit down for an intimate conversation on trauma and somatics, breathwork, and more. As a trauma specialist deeply interested and …
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Breath is Vital, Easy, and the Key to Living Happy and Healthy | A Conversation with YogaBody Founder & Breathwork Leader Lucas Rockwood
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Send us a text Lucas Rockwood wasn’t always an international yoga and breathwork and yoga entrepreneur, author and leader doing Ted Talks, and speaking at Yoga Alliance, Meta, and Noom. Like many of us, pain ended up being the great persuader. Like me, and like some of the listeners here, he overused substances as a way to cope. In a way, they were…
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Sometimes Standing Still is Moving Forward | A Mindfulness & Breath Practice for Resting in the Present
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Send us a text Every day we take steps forward. We move. We develop. We improve. That's all good, for sure. But sometimes to move forward, we need to be still, be present, rest. So that's today's practice, my friends. Practicing resting in the breath, in the moment. Coaching with Melissa– Book a free, no-strings attached call to find out how embodi…
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Kristen Swinehart | A Modern Psychic Medium
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Send us a text It’s not often that you have a lawyer becoming anything other than, well, a lawyer. Often, people think lawyers are boring, or at the very least, a buzzkill. Or they might be a little afraid of them. I know I was–until I became one. But even more surprising to a fellow lawyer is when a lawyer gets out of the business, does something …
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From Vulnerability to Strength | A Conversation with Kim Gross
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Send us a text I am always surprised–though I dont’ know why–when I am as inspired as I am but “regular” people. They do incredible things. And I find them even more inspiring when they have lived through pain, and transformed that pain into something great. That’s our guest today, Kim Gross. While Kim is an inspirational life coach and a motivatio…
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Be & Breathe | A Mindfulness Practice in Being in Rest
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Send us a text Lately, I've been getting to rest a lot. I injured myself on a crazy climb up Mt. Defiance when I probably wasn't quite ready--the irony is not lost on me! And so I've been out of commish, as they say. And while I meditate daily and do breathwork daily, I'm not so practiced at "doing nothing" (aka not exercising on the daily). I've b…
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Nurturing Intuition to Find Your Purpose with Kristen Swinehart
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Do you ever question your personal norms and wonder if there's a deeper purpose to your life? In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Kristen Swinehart, a former lawyer turned psychic medium. In this podcast episode, we dive into Kristen Swinehart's remarkable journey of self-discovery and embracing her unique gifts. Kristen shares how…
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A Blueprint for Change | A Conversation for Overcoming Burnout and Living Alcohol Free with Certified Burnout & Alcohol Coach Wendy McCallum
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Send us a text Burnout sucks, no matter how you slice it. And the pandemic arguably made burnout its own pandemic as we tried to do it all—work from home, teach our kids at home, all the while living with uncertainty and stress. Some of us managed pandemic burnout—-and burnout in general—with behavior that actually exacerbates burnout, anxiety and …
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Growing from Grief; The Power of Vulnerability for Grievers and Their Supporters
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Grief and loss are an inevitable part of life, but it can be overwhelming and challenging to navigate. In this episode, we're talking to Transformational Coach and Certified Grief Educator Suzanne Jabour. As a grieving mother she has found meaning in her loss by helping others who have experienced loss and those who are caring for them. We'll explo…
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Awaken to Your True Self | A Conversation with Author Andrew Daniel on Getting Unstuck and Breaking Through to the Life You Are Meant to Live
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Send us a text Author Andrew Daniel didn’t always have it together. In fact, like so many of us, he lept from one self-help practice to another, searching for the answer that would solve it all. It was a lot of work, this searching. And even though he learned a tremendous amount and was even quite successful including developing products used by Fo…
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Live this One Wild & Precious Life | A Mindfulness Practice in Gratitude for the Earth
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Send us a text Y'all. I meant to have this practice for Earth Day. But life happens. And while I did this practice myself on Earth Day, I did not get a chance to send it all to you. My hope is that you practice some gratitude for this planet we get to live on a short while on days that aren't "Earth Day" too. Doing so always connects me, grounds me…
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Inspiring Conscious Decisions: Taking Action for the Planet with The Earthy Girls
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Looking for ways to care for our planet but not sure where to start? Look no further than this episode of New World Normal, where Debbie talks to Rachel Lovern Harris and Rebecca Behnke, a passionate mother-daughter duo who advocate for sustainability and the environment through their podcast, The Earthy Girls (available on all your favorite platfo…
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The Message in the Middle | From Messy to Self-Actualized, with Marianne Demello-Smith
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Send us a text From corporate America to self-development innovator, Marianne Demello-Smith is creator of the Message in the Middle Podcast & BookClub, a place to explore life’s difficult lessons through interviews, self-development, book clubs, self-empowerment and discovery. As our guest, Marianne has observed, life is messy. It darts this way, a…
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You Are Not Alone | A Practice in Mindful Connection
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Send us a text During the pandemic, we got really used to being separated, and maybe even alone. But even before--and certainly after--I know I can feel like I have to figure things out all on my own. I forget I've got people on my team. So this is a little practice, developed from both Tara Brach and Kristen Neff's work, in reconnecting with our t…
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Embracing Self-Love for Healthier Relationships: A Conversation with Isabel Campanelli
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Do you feel like you're stuck in a cycle of negative self-talk and unfulfilling relationships? Do you struggle with self-love and finding your purpose? If yes, then you don't want to miss today's episode, where we'll learn from Isabel Campanelli about the power of self-love and how it can transform your life. Today, we are joined by Isabel Campanel…
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Inspire, Create, & Manifest | A Conversation with Joe Longo, Humble Creator and Renaissance Man
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Send us a text Today’s guest, Joe Longo, is a sort of renaissance man. From football player to photographer to IT professional, to oracle card pulling coach and yoga teacher, although he might not admit it, Joe’s wisdom about life has been there since childhood. At the age of 5, when he was really scared, as only we get as children, he heard the wo…
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Rest like the Turtle | A Short Body Scan Meditation
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Send us a text We all know the story of the Turtle and the Rabbit. And we know exactly who wins. But in life we aren't here to win. We are here to be, to love, to do good. But the same principles apply. Slowing down, being present and intentional is not only going to get us a lot further down the road, we're going to be a lot happier too--and so ar…
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Healthy Eating for Overall Wellness with Alice Approved
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Are you looking to take control of your health and make small changes that will lead to big results? In this episode, we talk to Alice Smith, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Health Coach, about the importance of what we eat and what part it plays in supporting our overall health. Alice shares her personal experience with nutrition and encourag…
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The Power of Awe: Microdose Mindfulness in Less than a Minute a Day to Transform Your Life | An Interview with Author Dr. Michael Amster
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Send us a text Have you ever wanted to meditate but thought you could not quiet your mind or just can’t find the time, or maybe you have tried and it just hasn’t “worked?” You’ve been frustrated because you understand that science has proven the physical and emotional benefits of mindfulness, but you just can’t get over this hump or plateau. Today’…
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Presence in the Ordinary is Extraordinary | A Mindfulness Practice
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Send us a text We get used to the everyday, the ordinary. And we sometimes (maybe often!) forget to notice what we see, hear, touch, feel every day. The other week, in the 3rd episode of The Last of Us, where 2 souls met and began to share a life in the post-apocalyptic world, where even basic goods, much less water, was available, there was this i…
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Self-love is a superpower: How to be body-positive and take charge of health in teens and adults with Dr. Karla Lester
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Send us a text Usually, we don't think of love or self-compassion when we think of the actions needed to have a healthy body. If you're anything like me, you think of pulling yourself up by the boot-straps, or hunkering down, or really "following the rules." Turns out, that's part of our culture too. And this toxic sort of thinking has seeped into …
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New World Normal Podcast is a show that challenges listeners to rethink their current habits and live more aligned with their passions and purpose. We share stories of individuals who are making impactful changes in the world around them, working to create a more healthy, holistic, and inclusive future. We believe that the power to create social, e…
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De-stigmatizing Mental Illness with Kitt O'Malley, Mental Health Advocate & Author of Balancing Act – Writing Through a Bipolar Life
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Send us a text Kitt O’Malley, author of Balancing Act – Writing Through a Bipolar Life, and NAMI Central Oregon Board Member, offers hope to those living with mental illness and their loved ones. As a therapist who left her career due to mental illness, she’s a powerful advocate for mental health and tirelessly fights the stigma against those livin…
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Present for What Is | A Mindfulness Practice to Be in the Now
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Send us a text Anyone else "shoulding" all over themselves now that we are closing in on the end of January? Maybe even regret or self-flagellation, or is that just me? That's why we practice--to remember who we are, what is happening right now, and that we are humans just like everyone else. So, join me on this short practice that allows us to be …
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Living the Big, Full, Happy, Joyous Life, Alcohol Free | A Conversation with Kay Allison, Author of Juicy AF*(Alcohol Free)
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Send us a text What is it like to live Alcohol Free? Whether someone has a problem with alcohol, or just wants to see how their life might change by being alcohol free--or if you're just "sober curious" and you see that more and more people are starting to live alcohol free, this conversation is for you. Heck, even in Portland, Oregon, where I am--…
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Who Am I? What's the Cure to BurnOut and How do I Find Purpose? and Other Important Questions--and Answers--with Mayda Pac, International Coach to Professionals and Other OverAchievers
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Send us a text Who am I if I’m not a lawyer, a CEO, a doctor, in finance, a chef, a restauranteur? That’s the question that so many of us have asked ourselves—and are terrified of the answer. But how can I go on, day after day, with so much stress, so much pressure—and not just pressure the job puts on me, but the pressure I put on myself to succee…
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Marlita Hill: Dancer, Choreographer, Author & Entrepreneur | How to Plié at 23, Listen to that Voice that Tells you to Just Do It, and other Inspirations
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Send us a text At the age of 15, Marlita Hill heard the words---very clearly--"Go Watch." Go watch a dance performance. While she did not know where there words came from, she knew she had to go. And there started her journey into her passion--dance and choreography. Despite the many odds stacked against her--and having to train for a dance auditio…
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Filling Your Cup: A Mindfulness Practice to Calm the Mind, Body & Spirit
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Send us a text It’s December and, wow, is there a lot going on. If you’re anything like me (and I wager, a lot of other people). You pile one thing on the next, zoom from one activity to the next, and you just go go go until capoot. No more. Here’s a short mindfulness practice to find peace and calm in the busy-ness of life. Here, we fill our cup—a…
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Don't Be Scared. Be Prepared | An Inspiring Conversation with Dane McCormack, a Regular Guy Who Lost His Memories only to Regain Real Perspective & Love of Life
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Send us a text What could be more humbling than losing one’s memories? Not knowing who you are, really, and what you’ve done? Not recognizing faces? That could reasonably strike terror into most people—quite understandably.And yet, for Dane McCormack, a Tasmanian-born and raised man living on mainland Australia, it never occurred to him. Instead, d…
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