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The Magic of Surrender, with Kute Blackson

Ep. 171

Do you struggle with surrender? I know I did for a long time. Surrendering is difficult and scary, and you may think it makes you weak, passive, or a quitter. However, in truth, if you’re willing to let go of your resistance, and stay honest and curious, you’ll see your life go from ordinary to extraordinary.


I sat down with beloved inspirational speaker, author, and transformational teacher, Kute Blackson, to discuss this. Discover some of the misconceptions our culture has around surrender, what it really is, and how to use the power of surrender to remove the limitations from your life while being available for your purpose to reveal itself.


Get full show notes and more information here: https://erikabelanger.com/171

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