Best Rachelle Heinemann Podcasts (2025)

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From the Vault: The Connection Between Trauma and Eating Disorders with Heather Ferguson, LCSW [Episode 57] 44:58

14h ago44:58

44:58

While we take a little breather, we’re diving into the archives to bring you some of the most powerful, thought-provoking episodes from the past. These conversations are just too good to leave behind—and today’s is no exception. We’re throwing it back to Episode 57, a deeply moving and intellectually rich conversation with Heather Ferguson, one of …

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From the Vault: The Connection Between Trauma and Eating Disorders with Heather Ferguson, LCSW [Episode 57] 44:58

14h ago44:58

44:58

While we take a little breather, we’re diving into the archives to bring you some of the most powerful, thought-provoking episodes from the past. These conversations are just too good to leave behind—and today’s is no exception. We’re throwing it back to Episode 57, a deeply moving and intellectually rich conversation with Heather Ferguson, one of …

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From the Vault: Examining the Harmful Implications of the AAP's Guidelines on Weight Loss Medication and Surgery for Children with Jessica Setnick, MS, RD, CEDRD-S [Episode 72] 41:38

15d ago41:38

41:38

We’re continuing our summer throwback series with a powerful episode that’s simply too important to leave behind. While we’re taking a short break this summer, we’ll be resurfacing some of our most impactful conversations — the ones that made us think, challenged the status quo, and sparked meaningful dialogue. Today’s rerun is one of those episode…

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From the Vault: Examining the Harmful Implications of the AAP's Guidelines on Weight Loss Medication and Surgery for Children with Jessica Setnick, MS, RD, CEDRD-S [Episode 72] 41:38

15d ago41:38

41:38

We’re continuing our summer throwback series with a powerful episode that’s simply too important to leave behind. While we’re taking a short break this summer, we’ll be resurfacing some of our most impactful conversations — the ones that made us think, challenged the status quo, and sparked meaningful dialogue. Today’s rerun is one of those episode…

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From the Vault: Food and Desire with Dr. Judith Brisman [Episode 73] 56:21

29d ago56:21

56:21

We’re kicking off our summer throwback series with an episode that’s just too good not to share again. While we take a little summer break, we’ll be rereleasing some of our most powerful and thought-provoking conversations—and this one tops the list. Originally aired as Episode 73, this conversation with Dr. Judith Brisman is one of those rich, sou…

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From the Vault: Food and Desire with Dr. Judith Brisman [Episode 73] 56:21

29d ago56:21

56:21

We’re kicking off our summer throwback series with an episode that’s just too good not to share again. While we take a little summer break, we’ll be rereleasing some of our most powerful and thought-provoking conversations—and this one tops the list. Originally aired as Episode 73, this conversation with Dr. Judith Brisman is one of those rich, sou…

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173. Being Present and Eating Disorders 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

Let’s be honest—most of us would love to be the kind of person who “lives in the moment.” You know, one of those magical unicorns who wakes up excited for the day, mindfully savors every bite of their avocado toast, and breathes through stress like it’s non-existent. But instead, we’re over here eating lunch in front of our inbox, wondering why we …

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173. Being Present and Eating Disorders 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

Let’s be honest—most of us would love to be the kind of person who “lives in the moment.” You know, one of those magical unicorns who wakes up excited for the day, mindfully savors every bite of their avocado toast, and breathes through stress like it’s non-existent. But instead, we’re over here eating lunch in front of our inbox, wondering why we …

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172. Imposter Syndrome and Eating Disorders 22:28

2M ago22:28

22:28

If imposter syndrome were a person, most of us would be in a very toxic, on-again-off-again relationship with it. And just like any clingy ex, it loves to show up at the worst possible time—like, say, the first day of a new job, or every single time we try to feel confident about our bodies. Fun, right? *Quick reminder that next week will be our la…

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172. Imposter Syndrome and Eating Disorders 22:28

2M ago22:28

22:28

If imposter syndrome were a person, most of us would be in a very toxic, on-again-off-again relationship with it. And just like any clingy ex, it loves to show up at the worst possible time—like, say, the first day of a new job, or every single time we try to feel confident about our bodies. Fun, right? *Quick reminder that next week will be our la…

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171. Healing the Hidden Wounds of Disordered Eating with Dr. Katheryn Zerbe 51:14

2M ago51:14

51:14

Today, we’re diving back into the murky waters of secrets with none other than the incredible Dr. Katheryn Zerbe. If you’ve been around the UDE fam for a while, you’ll remember her from our earlier episode on secrets and eating disorders (if not, press pause and go listen to that one first—we’ll wait). This time around, we're exploring what secrets…

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171. Healing the Hidden Wounds of Disordered Eating with Dr. Katheryn Zerbe 51:14

2M ago51:14

51:14

Today, we’re diving back into the murky waters of secrets with none other than the incredible Dr. Katheryn Zerbe. If you’ve been around the UDE fam for a while, you’ll remember her from our earlier episode on secrets and eating disorders (if not, press pause and go listen to that one first—we’ll wait). This time around, we're exploring what secrets…

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170. The Perfectionist Paradox 35:42

2M ago35:42

35:42

This episode is all about what happens when you combine years of working with people navigating eating disorders, a healthy dose of sarcasm, and way too many personal run-ins with perfectionism. I’m unpacking the idea I’m calling The Perfectionist Paradox—where striving for perfection actually gets in the way of the thing you’re trying to do well i…

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170. The Perfectionist Paradox 35:42

2M ago35:42

35:42

This episode is all about what happens when you combine years of working with people navigating eating disorders, a healthy dose of sarcasm, and way too many personal run-ins with perfectionism. I’m unpacking the idea I’m calling The Perfectionist Paradox—where striving for perfection actually gets in the way of the thing you’re trying to do well i…

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169. Weight, Worth, and Why We’re Still Talking About BMI with Dr. Erin Knopf 44:05

3M ago44:05

44:05

Forget everything you think you know about eating disorders—this episode goes way beyond the old myths about "willpower" and "control." Today, we're digging into the real, science-backed roots of eating disorders with Dr. Erin Knopf: pediatrician, psychiatrist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and co-founder and chief medical officer of Very, …

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169. Weight, Worth, and Why We’re Still Talking About BMI with Dr. Erin Knopf 44:05

3M ago44:05

44:05

Forget everything you think you know about eating disorders—this episode goes way beyond the old myths about "willpower" and "control." Today, we're digging into the real, science-backed roots of eating disorders with Dr. Erin Knopf: pediatrician, psychiatrist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and co-founder and chief medical officer of Very, …

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168. Healing Binge and Emotional Eating 26:08

3M ago26:08

26:08

In this episode, I’m diving into the messy and complicated cycle of restriction and bingeing—not just with food, but with all the things we tell ourselves we shouldn’t need. Why do we do this? How does it backfire every time? And more importantly, how do we break free? Tweetable Quotes "You can't just ignore your needs and wants forever. That's whe…

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168. Healing Binge and Emotional Eating 26:08

3M ago26:08

26:08

In this episode, I’m diving into the messy and complicated cycle of restriction and bingeing—not just with food, but with all the things we tell ourselves we shouldn’t need. Why do we do this? How does it backfire every time? And more importantly, how do we break free? Tweetable Quotes "You can't just ignore your needs and wants forever. That's whe…

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167. How to Achieve Full Recovery with Ilene Fishman, LCSW-R, ACSW, FAED 43:50

4M ago43:50

43:50

In this episode, I sit down with therapist and author Ilene Fishman to explore what it really takes to achieve lasting recovery. We dive into the complex, sometimes uncomfortable truths about healing from an eating disorder, the importance of self-compassion, and why true freedom goes beyond simply “eating normally.” Ilene V. Fishman, LCSW, ACSW, F…

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167. How to Achieve Full Recovery with Ilene Fishman, LCSW-R, ACSW, FAED 43:50

4M ago43:50

43:50

In this episode, I sit down with therapist and author Ilene Fishman to explore what it really takes to achieve lasting recovery. We dive into the complex, sometimes uncomfortable truths about healing from an eating disorder, the importance of self-compassion, and why true freedom goes beyond simply “eating normally.” Ilene V. Fishman, LCSW, ACSW, F…

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166. Exercise and Eating Disorder Recovery 22:34

4M ago22:34

22:34

When it comes to exercise and movement, we believe it is this wonderfully balanced, healthy thing, right? But for a lot of us, it’s… complicated. Maybe you feel like you have to move or else your anxiety will skyrocket. Maybe you mentally calculate every bite of food and match it with a “required” workout. Or maybe you find yourself hitting the gym…

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166. Exercise and Eating Disorder Recovery 22:34

4M ago22:34

22:34

When it comes to exercise and movement, we believe it is this wonderfully balanced, healthy thing, right? But for a lot of us, it’s… complicated. Maybe you feel like you have to move or else your anxiety will skyrocket. Maybe you mentally calculate every bite of food and match it with a “required” workout. Or maybe you find yourself hitting the gym…

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165. Why Avoiding Your Feelings Makes Everything Worse with Jenna Hollenstein 1:00:52

4M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

You know that feeling when you’d rather do literally anything than sit with your own emotions? Like, suddenly, cleaning out your junk drawer or reorganizing your spice rack sounds way more appealing than dealing with that uncomfortable feeling creeping in? Yeah, we’ve all been there. The truth is, our brains are wired to avoid pain and chase comfor…

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165. Why Avoiding Your Feelings Makes Everything Worse with Jenna Hollenstein 1:00:52

4M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

You know that feeling when you’d rather do literally anything than sit with your own emotions? Like, suddenly, cleaning out your junk drawer or reorganizing your spice rack sounds way more appealing than dealing with that uncomfortable feeling creeping in? Yeah, we’ve all been there. The truth is, our brains are wired to avoid pain and chase comfor…

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164. OCD and Eating Disorders 21:13

4M ago21:13

21:13

People like to say that OCD and eating disorders go together. They even sometimes like to use fancy words like “co-ocurring.” Then they talk about how OCD can explain the development of ED symptoms and sit back triumphantly as if they’ve solved the world's toughest rubik’s cube. Satisfying, right? Meh, not really.. We’re setting the record straight…

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164. OCD and Eating Disorders 21:13

4M ago21:13

21:13

People like to say that OCD and eating disorders go together. They even sometimes like to use fancy words like “co-ocurring.” Then they talk about how OCD can explain the development of ED symptoms and sit back triumphantly as if they’ve solved the world's toughest rubik’s cube. Satisfying, right? Meh, not really.. We’re setting the record straight…

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163. Clinicians in Recovery with Sarah Rzemieniak 53:07

4M ago53:07

53:07

Alright, let’s be real—working in the eating disorder field while navigating your own relationship with food? That’s messy. Like, “double-booked therapy sessions and forgot your coffee on the roof of your car” kind of messy. And yet, it’s something so many clinicians face but rarely talk about. So, let’s talk about it. Tweetable Quotes "There’s som…

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163. Clinicians in Recovery with Sarah Rzemieniak 53:07

4M ago53:07

53:07

Alright, let’s be real—working in the eating disorder field while navigating your own relationship with food? That’s messy. Like, “double-booked therapy sessions and forgot your coffee on the roof of your car” kind of messy. And yet, it’s something so many clinicians face but rarely talk about. So, let’s talk about it. Tweetable Quotes "There’s som…

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162. Eating Disorders and Control 28:43

5M ago28:43

28:43

If you’ve ever talked about eating disorders for more than five seconds, someone always drops the classic line: "It’s not about the food; it’s about control.” Boom. Case closed, right? Well, not exactly. Because what does that even mean? Control over what? Your body? Your feelings? Your life? And why does control even matter so much? That’s where t…

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162. Eating Disorders and Control 28:43

5M ago28:43

28:43

If you’ve ever talked about eating disorders for more than five seconds, someone always drops the classic line: "It’s not about the food; it’s about control.” Boom. Case closed, right? Well, not exactly. Because what does that even mean? Control over what? Your body? Your feelings? Your life? And why does control even matter so much? That’s where t…

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161. Eating Disorders and Low Self-Esteem 24:05

5M ago24:05

24:05

Alright, let’s talk about self-esteem. Have you ever felt like you're just one awkward social interaction away from a full-blown identity crisis? Like, one unanswered text, one awkward pause in a conversation, or one unliked Instagram post, and suddenly you're spiraling into, "Does anyone even like me?” Well, welcome to the club—it's a big one. In …

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161. Eating Disorders and Low Self-Esteem 24:05

5M ago24:05

24:05

Alright, let’s talk about self-esteem. Have you ever felt like you're just one awkward social interaction away from a full-blown identity crisis? Like, one unanswered text, one awkward pause in a conversation, or one unliked Instagram post, and suddenly you're spiraling into, "Does anyone even like me?” Well, welcome to the club—it's a big one. In …

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160. Intuitive Eating Updates You Need to Know with Elyse Resch MS, RDN, CEDS-C, Fiaedp, FADA, FAND 44:41

5M ago44:41

44:41

Have you ever felt that tiny bit of excitement about breaking a “food rule?” Like finally getting your hands on the “forbidden” chocolate cake, only to inhale half of it and immediately promise yourself you’ll “be good” tomorrow? Yeah, we’ve all been there. But what if that intense food drama could just… disappear? No guilt, no shame, no last-suppe…

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160. Intuitive Eating Updates You Need to Know with Elyse Resch MS, RDN, CEDS-C, Fiaedp, FADA, FAND 44:41

5M ago44:41

44:41

Have you ever felt that tiny bit of excitement about breaking a “food rule?” Like finally getting your hands on the “forbidden” chocolate cake, only to inhale half of it and immediately promise yourself you’ll “be good” tomorrow? Yeah, we’ve all been there. But what if that intense food drama could just… disappear? No guilt, no shame, no last-suppe…

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159. Your Eating Disorder Diagnosis Doesn't Matter 17:19

5M ago17:19

17:19

Many often question whether they’re “sick enough” or feel like their struggles don’t fit into a neat little box. So let’s talk about it. This week, we’re diving into why eating disorders are way more complex than the labels we slap on them—and why real recovery requires thinking outside the diagnosis. Tweetable Quotes "It is impossible to focus on …

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159. Your Eating Disorder Diagnosis Doesn't Matter 17:19

5M ago17:19

17:19

Many often question whether they’re “sick enough” or feel like their struggles don’t fit into a neat little box. So let’s talk about it. This week, we’re diving into why eating disorders are way more complex than the labels we slap on them—and why real recovery requires thinking outside the diagnosis. Tweetable Quotes "It is impossible to focus on …

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158. Tools for Dissociation 21:23

6M ago21:23

21:23

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into practical tools to deal with dissociation —the kind of techniques that are handy to have when you feel like your brain and body feel like they’re speaking two different languages. Tweetable Quotes "Dissociation is just sort of like what it sounds like: dissociated from whatever's going on." - Rachelle He…

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158. Tools for Dissociation 21:23

6M ago21:23

21:23

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into practical tools to deal with dissociation —the kind of techniques that are handy to have when you feel like your brain and body feel like they’re speaking two different languages. Tweetable Quotes "Dissociation is just sort of like what it sounds like: dissociated from whatever's going on." - Rachelle He…

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157. What People Got Incredibly Wrong About Eating Disorders 14:57

6M ago14:57

14:57

The media often portrays eating disorders as affecting ultra-thin, hospital-bed-bound college girls. While this happens, it’s not the majority of what we mean when we say someone struggles with an “eating disorder.” In this episode, I’m talking about how the media’s (and beyond) portrayal is not only wildly inaccurate but also dangerously misleadin…

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157. What People Got Incredibly Wrong About Eating Disorders 14:57

6M ago14:57

14:57

The media often portrays eating disorders as affecting ultra-thin, hospital-bed-bound college girls. While this happens, it’s not the majority of what we mean when we say someone struggles with an “eating disorder.” In this episode, I’m talking about how the media’s (and beyond) portrayal is not only wildly inaccurate but also dangerously misleadin…

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156. Women's Hormones, Body Image, and Facts with Dr. Esther Rollhaus 46:59

6M ago46:59

46:59

Picture this: you’re 18, your body is one way. Then you blink, and suddenly you’re navigating a new shape, new rules, and oh, a closet that betrays you every step of the way. What gives? Hormones give, my friend. And they’re running the show. Today’s episode is the reality check you might be looking for. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Esther Ro…

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156. Women's Hormones, Body Image, and Facts with Dr. Esther Rollhaus 46:59

6M ago46:59

46:59

Picture this: you’re 18, your body is one way. Then you blink, and suddenly you’re navigating a new shape, new rules, and oh, a closet that betrays you every step of the way. What gives? Hormones give, my friend. And they’re running the show. Today’s episode is the reality check you might be looking for. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Esther Ro…

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155. Cracking the Confidence Code: Part 2 14:34

6M ago14:34

14:34

Welcome to 2025, where we’re leaving behind unrealistic New Year’s resolutions and that tired idea that confidence is about power poses and pretending to have your life together - cause it’s not. We’re throwing out the idea that confidence is some sort of performance art and instead diving into the real deal: confidence as resilience. Tweetable Quo…

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155. Cracking the Confidence Code: Part 2 14:34

6M ago14:34

14:34

Welcome to 2025, where we’re leaving behind unrealistic New Year’s resolutions and that tired idea that confidence is about power poses and pretending to have your life together - cause it’s not. We’re throwing out the idea that confidence is some sort of performance art and instead diving into the real deal: confidence as resilience. Tweetable Quo…

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154. The Secret Sauce for Building Confidence: Part 1 14:21

7M ago14:21

14:21

In this episode, I’m diving into what actually builds confidence: relationships. Real ones. Consistent, validating, non-judgy, "I-got-you" type of relationship. The kind that reminds you you’re worthy, even when you’re sporting your least flattering sweatpants. Confidence isn’t flashy or loud. Sometimes, the most confident person in the room is the…

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154. The Secret Sauce for Building Confidence: Part 1 14:21

7M ago14:21

14:21

In this episode, I’m diving into what actually builds confidence: relationships. Real ones. Consistent, validating, non-judgy, "I-got-you" type of relationship. The kind that reminds you you’re worthy, even when you’re sporting your least flattering sweatpants. Confidence isn’t flashy or loud. Sometimes, the most confident person in the room is the…

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153. Fundamentally Disagree? The key to navigating challenging situations and interactions with Jenna Hollenstein, MS, RD, CDN 44:00

7M ago44:00

44:00

You know that feeling when a conversation veers off the rails, but you can’t look away because the train wreck is oddly fascinating? Yeah, we’re about to do that—but in a way that will make you think, “Wait, why aren’t more people talking about this?” In this episode, I’m joined by Jenna Hollenstein. Together, we’re talking about what’s happening i…

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153. Fundamentally Disagree? The key to navigating challenging situations and interactions with Jenna Hollenstein, MS, RD, CDN 44:00

7M ago44:00

44:00

You know that feeling when a conversation veers off the rails, but you can’t look away because the train wreck is oddly fascinating? Yeah, we’re about to do that—but in a way that will make you think, “Wait, why aren’t more people talking about this?” In this episode, I’m joined by Jenna Hollenstein. Together, we’re talking about what’s happening i…

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152. FBT Do's and Don't with Suzannah Neufeld, MFT, CEDS-C 46:12

7M ago46:12

46:12

What happens when “just eat” isn’t the solution, and the stakes are literally life or death? Picture this: you’re at the dinner table. Your teenager is glaring at you like you’ve personally served up their worst nightmare—maybe broccoli, maybe a slice of pizza, who knows? They shout, “You’re ruining my life!” Meanwhile, you’re just trying to figure…

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152. FBT Do's and Don't with Suzannah Neufeld, MFT, CEDS-C 46:12

7M ago46:12

46:12

What happens when “just eat” isn’t the solution, and the stakes are literally life or death? Picture this: you’re at the dinner table. Your teenager is glaring at you like you’ve personally served up their worst nightmare—maybe broccoli, maybe a slice of pizza, who knows? They shout, “You’re ruining my life!” Meanwhile, you’re just trying to figure…

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