One Unexpected Outcome of Announcing My Divorce on the Internet

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One Unexpected Outcome of Announcing My Divorce on the Internet

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Aug 10, 2020

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This past week, I shared the news of my marriage ending. This has been the hardest decision of my life, something I was nervous to talk about publicly, but how people responded more than surprised me.

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Aug 10, 2020

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Jeff Goins shares thoughts & ideas that will help you to pursue work that matters, make a difference with your art & discover your true voice!

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