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This is self-work, and I'm Dr. Margaret Rutherford.

At self-work, we discuss psychological and emotional issues and what you can do about them,

whether that's learning self-acceptance, taking action, or seeking therapy or treatment.

Eight years ago, I extended the walls of my practice to reach those of you

who might already be knowledgeable about middle health treatment,

but also to those of you who might say you'd never darken the door of a therapist.

And yet, you are here.

I'll answer your questions while I invite you to take a few minutes for your own self-work.

Saying no leads you to making a decision just like saying yes but it also gives you the opportunity

to wonder why am I saying no do I say no too much why can I say yes do I say yes too much it really

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