450. The psychology of the quarter life reinvention
Episode Date: August 24, 2026In this episode, we explore the psychology of the quarter life reinvention: the period that can come after the confusion, uncertainty and identity cri...
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455 episodes transcribedIn this episode, we explore the psychology of the quarter life reinvention: the period that can come after the confusion, uncertainty and identity cri...
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