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If I had not been already been meditating, I would certainly have had to start. I've treated my own depression for many years with exercise and meditation, and I've found that to be a tremendous help.

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Judy Collins
Age: 85
Born: 1939
Born: May 1
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Seattle
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Judith Marjorie Collins
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