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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 10 MIN

3274: The Compassionate Way to Health and Fitness by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Self-Kindness

from Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition · host Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3274: Leo Babauta invites us to reimagine health and fitness not as a relentless pursuit of unrealistic ideals, but as a practice rooted in compassion, presence, and appreciation. By letting go of striving and embracing mindful self-care, we can nourish our bodies and minds with joy rather than judgment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/compassionate-fitness Quotes to ponder: "Instead of abusing ourselves by putting junk in our bodies (just to satisfy cravings of comfort), we can find joy in the nourishment of our bodies with gorgeous, healthy, delicious food." "We can just stop striving. Just find joy in this present moment, without needing the crutch of our fantasies." "The bodies we have are incredible, wonders of nature, and we take them for granted." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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