What does ‘Grit’ really mean? For years, I thought it meant working late, hitting every goal, and pushing through no matter the cost. My health paid the price. On today’s ride through Stuart State Forest, my Garmin reminded me of this powerful word, and I realized my definition had to change. Are you confusing determination with self-destruction? Tune in for my take on how to truly build sustainable grit—the kind that lets you show up better tomorrow.
Show Highlights/Timestamps:
- 0:00 – What is ‘Grit’ on a Garmin watch? Rethinking a core metric.
- 0:25 – Defining grit: Determination, digging your heels in, and taking a challenge head-on.
- 0:55 – The “Stupidity” of Early Grit: Why pushing too hard can be counterproductive.
- 1:35 – Health Nosedive: Was my hustle culture just stupidity in disguise?
- 2:08 – True Grit Defined: Prioritizing health for better performance and clarity.
- 2:35 – Postponing a Call: The “Grit” to step away and hit the gym.
- 2:56 – Sustainable Grit: How to keep showing up strong every single day.
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