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EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 14 MIN

Why Trying Harder Might Be the Reason You’re Stuck

from The Good Doctors Longevity Lab · host Dr. Jae Hitson

Trying harder isn’t always the answer—and in today’s episode of The Longevity Lab, I’m going to show you why.We’ve been told that if we just eat cleaner, work out more, take more supplements, and follow the next “miracle” protocol, we’ll finally feel better. But here’s the truth: sometimes doing more is exactly what’s holding you back.In this episode, I share the story of my redbud trees (yes, it’s about health too), how many of us are unknowingly mowing down the very progress we’re trying to grow, and the real key to feeling better without burning yourself out.Whether you’re exhausted from “doing all the things” or frustrated by lack of results despite your best efforts, this conversation will help you see your health—and your habits—in a whole new way.What you’ll learn in this episode:Why over-efforting can sabotage your resultsHow to spot hidden patterns keeping you stuckThe surprising truth about moderation in healthWhy your body can heal, and how to remove the interferenceResources & Links:🔹 Learn more about the BioRecode Program:https://gooddoctors.health/bio-recode-3253 🔹 Subscribe for more episodes of The Longevity Lab🔹 Share this episode with a friend who’s stuck in “try harder” modeYour health is your birthright. Let’s claim it—without running ourselves into the ground.#LongevityLab #HealthOver40 #ModerationInHealth #BioRecode #HolisticHealth #FunctionalMedicine

Trying harder isn’t always the answer—and in today’s episode of The Longevity Lab, I’m going to show you why. We’ve been told that if we just eat cleaner, work out more, take more supplements, and follow the next “miracle” protocol, we’ll finally feel better. But here’s the truth: sometimes doing more is exactly what’s holding you back. In this episode, I share the story of my redbud trees (yes, it’s about health too), how many of us are unknowingly mowing down the very progress we’re trying ...

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