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She's Connecting Her Life to Yours

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The Emotions That Are Deeper

Kathi Lipp reminds us that the person we become is more important than the goals we achieve.

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Kathi Lipp reminds us that the person we become is more important than the goals we achieve.
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Who Do You Want to Become?

Kathi Lipp shares how she and her husband have learned to share responsibilities and become better teammates.
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