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Aug 2025
14m 52s

Why you need to work out your why

Osher Günsberg
About this episode

When's the last time you ask why you do what you do? 

From work to working out, Osher has had many reasons and motivations in the course of his life. Some of these have led him to unthought-of levels of performance and satisfaction. Others have led to a self destructive spiral.

For more helpful ideas, check out Osher's new book 'So What, Now What?'

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