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Society’s Definition of Happiness Is Ruining Lives, the Opportunity Lies in Asking: Can I Use Who I Am to Contribute to the World? - Moment #3 ft. Stephanie Harrison

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In this clip of Power of Why, Stephanie Harrison (guest) and POW host Naomi Haile, discuss the epidemic of depression, anxiety and loneliness. Research conducted by OnePoll on behalf of BetterHelp show that 1 in 4 Americans say they don't have somebody to confide in. Stephanie talks about the impacts of individualism being a core part of Western culture and the opportunity lies in asking: Can I use who I am to contribute to the world?

Remember to subscribe to The Power of Why for more in-depth conversations uncovering how hundreds of leaders worldwide live abundant lives, build businesses that create economic opportunities, and serve the world using their God-given gifts.

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In this clip of Power of Why, Stephanie Harrison (guest) and POW host Naomi Haile, discuss the epidemic of depression, anxiety and loneliness. Research conducted by OnePoll on behalf of BetterHelp show that 1 in 4 Americans say they don't have somebody to confide in. Stephanie talks about the impacts of individualism being a core part of Western culture and the opportunity lies in asking: Can I use who I am to contribute to the world?

Remember to subscribe to The Power of Why for more in-depth conversations uncovering how hundreds of leaders worldwide live abundant lives, build businesses that create economic opportunities, and serve the world using their God-given gifts.

Connect with Stephanie

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