Being hard on yourself doesn't help, it actually keeps you stuck, and frustrated. There's a way to strive for success and go for your dreams, without compromising your self-love and joy. Learn 8 ways that can help you break the yucky pattern of being hard on yourself and learn how to approach yourself with compassion and gentleness. We get super real in this one, press play!

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