Gym-bo in the saddle: Why small routines anchor your biggest ambitions

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Is your life feeling chaotic? The solution might not be a grand plan, but a small routine.
In this episode, our middle-aged family man reflects on his long-standing habit of working out at the gym. What started as a quest for physical strength has evolved into a necessity for mental health.
We explore why this single, deliberate act of showing up provides a crucial constant in a world of political, economic, and social flux. The sheer, manageable discipline of the gym - the "Gym-bo in the Saddle" routine - serves as an internal anchor against external anxiety.
Learn why mastering consistency in these tiny, micro-areas of your life is the most effective way to ameliorate stress and create the solid internal base needed to launch your biggest goals.
10 Nov 11PM English South Africa Society & Culture · Society & Culture

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