Chris welcomes David Laney, a professional trail runner with spirit and discipline. The two discuss David's evolution from a hyperactive child to a professional athlete, emphasizing the integral role of daily routines in forging success. They explore the mental and emotional benefits of running, a close encounter with mountain goats, and the richness that health and simplicity bring to life. Main topics include the power of perspective, the necessity of compassion, maintaining habits, and balancing discipline with intuitive living. David's routine is key, including early mornings and prioritizing challenging tasks, and the mindful application of activities like ice baths.
The Standard Podcast aims to change how the world navigates mental health. In each episode, host and The Standard founder Chris Pallatroni interviews experts and coaches who can help guide listeners to methods and practices that can lead to self-transformation. The Standard Podcast is brought to you by The Standard, a social platform dedicated to mental health and wellness. The Standard organizes information from coaches and experts into searchable categories to help you find information on issues that you may currently be dealing with, and through storytelling, connects you with others to help you navigate to building better habits, motivation, and self-transformation.
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