Navigating Anxiety Together
Paul shares his struggle with depression and the difficulty of absorbing love from friends during tough times. Samantha opens up about her anxiety, revealing how it often intertwines with her experiences of perfectionism, especially in seemingly simple decisions. Their candid conversation highlights the challenges of self-love and the importance of connection, even when it feels hard to receive support.In this clip
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Mental Illness Happy Hour
#239 Samantha Finkelstein
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