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New York Times bestselling author Diego Perez, known as yung pueblo on social media, joins TODAY to talk about his new book, “How to Love Better: The Path to Deeper Connection Through Growth, Kindness and Compassion.” He also shares strategies for self-love, tips for building stronger connections and more.