Chasing Excellence
Chasing Excellence

Chasing Excellence

The Passion-Obsession Paradox: The Hidden Cost of Chasing Optimum Health

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Patrick Cummings and Ben Bergeron
Feb 14, 2025
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About This Episode

This thought-provoking episode explores the delicate balance between passion and obsession in pursuing optimal health.

We dive deep into how our lifestyle choices affect family dynamics and discuss strategies for maintaining strong relationships while staying true to our values.

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Key Concepts

  • The three stages of health pursuit: compliance, passion, and obsession - understanding where you fall on this spectrum

  • Finding the balance between personal health goals and family obligations during gatherings and vacations

  • The importance of picking your battles and maintaining perspective in health-focused lifestyle choices


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Big Ideas

  • Understanding the Progression: How health consciousness can evolve from compliance to passion to obsession

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