Make No Apologies: A Journey of Authenticity with Heart-Conscious Integration – A Pre-Recorded Lecture by Maegan M. Kenney, LPC
Recorded in January 2025, this transformative 90-minute lecture explores the profound journey of living authentically through heart-conscious integration. Drawing from Buddhist and Jungian psychology, Maegan guides you through the wisdom of the heart, helping you break free from societal conditioning, self-doubt, and internalized limitations.
This lecture includes several practical integration exercises designed to deepen self-awareness, cultivate inner alignment, and empower you to embrace your heart's truth—without apology. Whether you seek personal growth, emotional healing, or spiritual expansion, this lecture offers the tools and insights to walk your path with confidence and integrity.
"Make No Apologies" Lecture
Make No Apologies (lecture) By Maegan M. Kenney, LPC
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