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Things I used to enjoy

The video discusses four things that the speaker used to love but now rarely do: cutting hair, drinking alcohol, shopping excessively, and running. The speaker reflects on how their interests and values have changed over time and how they now prioritize different things in life.

Published on 2023-01-06 · Used with permission

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