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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2026 · 36 MIN

Simon's Story: Mental Health Advocate, The Power Of Patience, & The Courage To Try

from Reckless Optimist · host Megan Mentzer

In this episode, you’ll discover how running helps Simon manage anxiety and depression—plus the surprising ways physical endurance can boost mental resilience. We break down the transformative power of perseverance with insights on: the control and empowerment endurance sports give us, how mental breakthroughs often happen in the toughest miles, and why patience is the secret to avoiding injury and burnout.

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