RLL #225: Cultivating Commitment and Follow Through

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RLL #225: Cultivating Commitment and Follow Through

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Dec 27, 2023

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Dec 27, 2023

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Want to raise your kids to love learning? To become lifelong learners -- children who know that they can find the answers to anything they're curious about? This podcast is all about learning, exploring passions, cultivating creativity, and encouraging our kids to be fascinated by the world around them. Grab a cup of coffee or tea, and join Colleen Kessler to see how others help inspire kids to view their world with play and passion and fascination.

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RLL #225: Cultivating Commitment and Follow Through

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