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Why I Run Ultramarathons (Even When I Might Fail): A Therapist’s Perspective on Mental Resilience

What Does Ultramarathon Running Teach About Mental Health? Ultramarathon running teaches mental resilience, emotional endurance, and the ability to cope with stress and uncertainty. Unlike most structured goals, ultramarathons force you to: Problem-solve under pressure Adapt when things go wrong Stay present through discomfort Continue without guaranteed success These are the same skills people work…

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What Running Taught Us About Life, Counseling, and Mental Health

You’ll often find us chatting between appointments not just about therapy—but about our runs. Katie Huggins, Julia Akins, and Adam Glendye have been steadily building their endurance as runners. Whether we’re following a structured marathon training plan or simply logging miles for general aerobic fitness, running has become more than just a hobby—it’s become an…

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Running, Learning, and the Psychology of Money

There’s something about putting one foot in front of the other, mile after mile, that opens my mind to new ideas. Running is a great way for me to process my thoughts, but it’s also one of my favorite ways to learn. As an auditory learner, Audible has become my best running partner, feeding me…

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