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The 2-year Experiment That’s Quietly Changing My Life | The 2x20 Project™ Update

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Tired of drifting through life on autopilot? Jonathan Fields shares his raw, uncensored journey of intentionally redesigning his ideal life over two years through bold experiments. Discover the breakthroughs, fears confronted, and radical decisions that emerged as he realigned his path around health, passion, and joy.


If you crave more simplicity, significance, and authentic living, this candid exploration offers an inspiring blueprint.


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