105 - Does meditation really work?

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105 - Does meditation really work?

FromThe Ground Up Show

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May 9, 2019

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Tommy Jackett from The Daily Talk Show joins me to discuss our experience meditating for the past month. Did we reach enlightenment? Find out! Get short weekly emails from me on minimalism, habits & productivity: mattdavella.com. Get additional videos every month & support this podcast: patreon.com/mattdavella.

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May 9, 2019

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The Ground Up Show, hosted by Matt D'Avella, is a podcast for those bold enough to take the small steps. With over 3 million downloads, these candid conversations have helped inspire thousands of listeners to pursue a better life.

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