The Life and Errors of Molly Young

The Life and Errors of Molly Young

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The Life and Errors of Molly Young
The Life and Errors of Molly Young
1 weird trick for overcoming intellectual paralysis

1 weird trick for overcoming intellectual paralysis

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Sep 07, 2023
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For years I was wretchedly frightened of surfing alone in big (well, big-to-me) waves. I’d arrive at the beach and throw an invisible tantrum, vomit in my mouth, spend 45 minutes applying decorative curlicues of wax on the board, etc.

Finally I stumbled on a psychol…

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