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This week on The Feel Good Daily Show, we are chatting with Krista Kruszon.

Krista, the Gritty Glitter Badger, discusses the interplay between grit and grace in fitness and life. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, gratitude, and the mental challenges that come with pushing oneself beyond comfort zones. Through personal anecdotes and insights, Krista illustrates how embracing discomfort and breaking down challenges can lead to personal growth and strength of character. The discussion also touches on the significance of self-awareness and the mental game in achieving fitness goals and navigating life's obstacles.

Chapters

00:00 The Gritty Glitter Badger Returns

02:50 Understanding Grit and Grace

05:44 The Role of Gratitude in Grit

08:34 Breaking Down Challenges

11:38 The Mental Game of Grit

14:25 Navigating Life's Tunnels

17:46 The Three A's of Situational Growth

20:29 Finding Balance in Discomfort

23:19 The Importance of Pushing Limits

25:55 Sharpening the Mind Through Challenges

29:17 Where to Find the Gritty Glitter Badger

Takeaways

• Grit is defined as strength of character and resilience.
• Balance between grit and grace is essential for personal growth.
• Gratitude can ground us and enhance our grit.
• Breaking challenges into smaller parts can make them manageable.
• It's okay to feel overwhelmed; acknowledge your feelings.
• The mental aspect of fitness is often more challenging than the physical.
• Pushing through discomfort is necessary for growth.
• Self-awareness helps differentiate between injury and discomfort.
• Finding joy in challenging workouts is key to consistency.
• Creating your own path is crucial for personal development.

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