Struggles with Identity
Tara shares her journey dealing with fear of failure and the discomfort of feeling inflated in her role as a teacher. She discusses the struggle between the deficient self and the special person self, highlighting the importance of mindfulness and compassion in overcoming these challenges.In this clip
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