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    Your mind may be full of pollutants deposited there by other people, by your own interpretation of past events, or by expectations you don’t even know you have. Like polluted air and water, polluted thoughts can make you sick. Fortunately, also like polluted air and water, polluted thoughts can be filtered to remove the bad stuff. Learn how to create a healthier mental environment in this week’s podcast from A Decided Difference.

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