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May 28, 2023 8 mins

A lover of routine and simplicity, John faces an unpredictable day, leading to reflections on the essential nature of resilience, adaptability, and habit change in a weight loss journey.

In this episode, John shares his unique experiences of how an unexpected storm disrupted his meticulously planned workout. He narrates the mental and physical battle of having to make two taxing gym trips in one day, adding a fresh layer of complexity to his journey. As John forges on, he provides candid insight into the humbling act of lifting weights and how his disrupted day impacts his professional calls and even his grilling skills.

However, it's not all stormy seas. John's story also brings a hopeful realization - he is starting to change his long-standing habits. An encouraging note for everyone on their personal journey of transformation. Towards the end, John expresses his deep gratitude for the messages and stories shared by his listeners, adding a touch of heartfelt warmth to the episode.

Show Notes:

John's affinity for routine - How an unexpected storm disrupted his workout routine. The taxing ordeal of visiting the gym twice in one day - John's humbling experiences with weight lifting. John's swimming statistics for the day - Coping with exhaustion and an unfortunate grilling mishap. Reflecting on how we deviate from our plans - The realization of changing habits.

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