Ep. 200 Dr Julia Kukard: Finding joy and fluidity in stuckness

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Is being stuck a hellhole of despair or a friend enabling our growth? Psychotherapist and coach Dr Julia Kukard explains why stuckness indicates a disconnect between our inner and outer world, 3 losses we suffer and can recover, and the 5 stages of the stuckness cycle. Citing memorable case studies, she invites us to get stuck often - and develop the skills to recover quickly. Sponsored content.

4 Mar English South Africa Self-Improvement · Relationships

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