Mom Works It Out by Angela Gillis

Episode #4: The comparison trap

We Beat Fat

Episode #4: The comparison trap

From the kitchen table:

Topic of the week: The comparison trap

Tips to avoiding the comparison trap:

Showing some gratitude:

  • What is one thing you are grateful this week?

Closing:

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  • Questions, comments, or concerns: e-mail us at webeatfat@gmail.com

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