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Jan 22, 2026 8 min

ECP113 Recreation = Re-creation

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In this episode, I dive into a powerful insight from a recent High Performance Podcast live event featuring Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes. Exploring the core themes of their new book, Microhabits, I discuss how high performance isn't built on grand gestures, but on small, consistent actions that compound over time. A particular highlight is a clever linguistic shift shared by Jake’s father-in-law: the idea that recreation is actually re-creation. I examine how prioritising rest and play is essential for "re-creating" a stronger version of ourselves, aligning perfectly with the "Rest" element of the PRIME resilience model. Join me as I challenge the misconception that downtime is wasted time and explore how a commitment to recreation can prevent burnout and sustain high performance.

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