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Episode 003: “Behind the Mask:Tackling Insecurities in Fitness, Relationships, and Beyond”
In this episode of Behind the Mask, we dive deep into the universal struggle of insecurities—how they manifest in our fitness journeys, relationships, and other areas of life. Insecurities can quietly creep in and hold us back fromachieving our potential, whether it’s feeling inadequate in the gym, struggling with self-doubt in relationships, or facing fears that keep us from pursuing personal growth.
We’ll break down how insecurities show up in the five key pillars of life: Fitness, Nutrition, Mental Health, Relationships, and Lifelong Learning. More importantly, we’ll share actionable tips and insights to help you confront these feelings and work toward overcoming them.
Episode Highlights:
• 03:00– Fitness: How insecurities in the gym can hinder progress and ways to overcome self-doubt and build confidence through small wins.
• 16.03– Nutrition: Tacklingthe insecurities around body image and food choices, and how to create a healthier relationship with food.
• 31:43 – Mental Health:Understanding how self-doubt and negative thinking impact our mental well-being, plus practical strategies for building emotional resilience.
• 41:30– Relationships: How insecurities can affect communication, intimacy, and connection in relationships, and tips for building trust and confidence with others.
• 52:30 – Lifelong Learning:Overcoming the fear of failure and imposter syndrome when pursuing new skills, personal growth, or career development.
Throughout the episode, we share personal stories, real-world examples, and practical tips to help you tackle insecurities head-on and start living a more empowered, authentic life.
References
Fitness
Anderson, E., & Shivakumar, G. (2013). Effects of exercise and physical activity on anxiety. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 4, 27. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2013.00027
Nutrition
Wang, Y., McKee, M., Torbica, A., & Stuckler, D. (2019). Systematic literature review on the spread of health-related misinformation on social media. Social Science & Medicine, 240, 112552. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2019.112552
Reno, T., & Kennedy, R. (2021). The Eat-Clean Diet for Men: Your ironclad plan to a lean physique. Robert Kennedy Publishing.
Dooner, C. (2019). The Fck It Diet:Eating should be easy (eBook edition). Harper Wave. https://forums.onlinebookclub.org/viewtopic.php?t=499159
Mental Health
Jaspan, J. (2019, August 21). Howinsecurities impact mental health. High Focus Centers. https://pa.highfocuscenters.com/insecurities-impact-mental-health/#:~:text=Working%20as%20a%20therapist%20for,disorders%20and%20substance%20use%20disorders
Relationships
Fortson, M. (2020). Emotional support, self-esteem, and adult attachment styles as predictors for relational well-being in romantic relationships (Publication No. 27995496)[Doctoral dissertation, Capella University]. ProQuest Dissertations & Thesis.
Lifelong learning
McCombs, B. L. (1991). Motivation and LifelongLearning. Educational Psychologist, 26(2), 117–127. https://doi.org/10.1207/s15326985ep2602_4
Wilson, J. (2022). The man the moment demands: Master the 10characteristics of the comprehensive man. Gallery Books.
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