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EPISODE · May 24, 2026 · 13 MIN

Find Balance

from The Inspired Athlete · host Mike Brilla

Podcast Summary Welcome to the Inspired Athlete podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into the "paradox of habits" and exploring when a healthy routine turns into a rigid attachment. Drawing on the wisdom of James Clear and the teachings of Buddhism, I'm getting real about my own struggles with "tracker obsession" and the pressure we put on ourselves to be perfect . We discuss why true greatness requires a flexible identity rather than a fragile one, featuring insights from coaching legend Steve Draffle and a powerful graduation speech from an Air Force Academy-bound wrestler . Whether you're grinding through 5 a.m. runs or trying to find your identity outside of your sport, this episode is a reminder that the path isn't easy, but learning to detach your self-worth from your external results is always worth the struggle .

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