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Recovering Mean Girl - Christine Cooper

Ep. 18

In this episode of the Rich Life Podcast, we welcome Dr. Christine Cooper, a former licensed pharmacist and author of 'Finding Value: A Reforming Mean Girl’s Guide to Creating More Meaningful Connections.' Dr. Cooper shares her journey of personal growth, the impact of her mean girl past, and how she turned her life around through self-awareness and empathy. Tune in to hear her practical advice on navigating difficult relationships, building solid connections, and maintaining positivity in both personal and professional settings.


00:00 Introduction to the Rich Life Podcast

00:22 Christine's Early Life and Mean Girl Past

02:07 Awareness and Growth Mindset

05:51 Navigating Professional Relationships

15:03 Entrepreneurship vs. Traditional Work

20:04 Staying Positive and Mindful

21:57 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up


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