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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Overcoming obstacles is nothing new for long distance runner and social media motivator, Joanna Etshokin. In Episode 2, Joanna shares why it's OK to "FAIL." Hear about her mental health journey and why it was vital for her to learn how to integrate and balance physical health and emotional well being.  Follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/jetshokin/    ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Episode 1, CEO, Children's Author and Notre Dame Business Development Director, Mike Brown, joins the Story of You Podcast. From growing up in the midwest and the tragedy of family members to an idea that born out of the pandemic, Mike shares what the journey has been like and the exciting news of what's to come in 2022.  More about Mike Brown: https://soulstir.co/pages/our-leadership Little Netta's Gift: https://soulstir.co/pages/little-nettas-gift ]]></itunes:summary>
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