🎙️ Episode 204: Rat Park and the Power of Community
In this Mighty Mondays edition of the Gravity Podcast, Chris explores the groundbreaking Rat Park study from the 1970s — a powerful reminder that connection, not isolation, often determines our well-being. The experiment revealed that when given community and purpose, even addicted rats chose freedom over substances — a lesson that echoes deeply in our human experience.
Chris also shares an emotional excerpt from his new book, Echoes from the Street, featuring Coach Templeton’s rule — a simple but profound team standard that encouraged athletes to lean on one another when exhausted. It’s a story that bridges science, sport, and the shared strength of community.
💡 Takeaway: Healing and resilience aren’t built in isolation — they’re forged in connection.
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