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Why We Don’t Have to Heal Alone with Dr. Maria Van Der Maaten

What if self-care was never meant to be a journey we take alone?

In this episode of Tender Space, we welcome Dr. Maria Van Der Maaten, sociologist, community development practitioner, and upcoming author of Even Monks Meditate Together. Maria explores how community, connection, and collective empowerment can transform the way we understand personal wellness.

Together, we discuss why asking for help can feel difficult, how loneliness can exist even when we're surrounded by people, and what it means to create relationships and communities where support is genuine. Maria also shares perspectives…

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