# 3454: 7 Powerful Mantras to Stop You from Overreacting and Arguing with People by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel

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Podcast: [Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition](https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906)
Published: 2026-07-05T07:00:00+00:00
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