From the Vault: We Should All Be Tinkering (Our Most Listened-To Episode of 2025) | Ultra Running, Identity & Self-Compassion with Bri Sullivan

In this episode, I chat with Bri Sullivan, to explore what it really means to tinker with identity, motivation, and the many moving parts of life as an endurance athlete.Bri opens up about the highs and lows of performance culture, the pressure to constantly improve, and the ever-present challenge of burnout.But this isn’t just a story about running.It is about stepping back, picking up a piece of clay, and learning how to reshape your self-worth outside of metrics, pace, and finish lines.Bri shares how creative hobbies like pottery became essential in rediscovering joy, and why self-compassion, community, and celebrating small wins matter more than we think.Whether you are a seasoned ultra runner or simply navigating your own path through passion and pressure, this conversation is a reminder that growth does not always look like grinding.