Listen "227 | Therapy vs. Exercise: What’s the Real Antidote to Mental Health Struggles?"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Dr. Richard Blake (@the_breath_geek) and Joseph Anew (@TheRUNGAGuy) go deeper than the usual therapy vs. fitness debate — questioning whether traditional therapy is even the best first-line treatment for many people.We explore:– Why SSRIs might not be the magic bullet we were promised – How exercise could act as the “missing ingredient” in emotional healing – The dangers of weaponizing “intention vs. impact” culture – How plastic surgery affects mental health – The real reason social connection predicts longevity – Why men’s mental health needs movement, not just talking circlesWith honest reflections, real studies, and no sacred cows, this conversation is a much-needed reality check for anyone navigating modern mental health culture.Ready for a true mind-body-soul upgrade? Join our RUNGA Intensive — a 12-week coaching journey to unlock your next level of health and freedom. ➔ Learn more & applyTIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Facelifts: The new PED for biohackers? 04:17 – Plastic surgery and its unpredictable impact on mental health 06:56 – Why your perception shapes your reality more than you think 08:32 – How outrage culture is making us miserable 13:05 – Does therapy really work? A harsh look at the evidence 19:45 – The dangers of therapy if you don’t actually need it 24:15 – Exercise, SSRIs, and therapy: Which one wins for mental health? 37:31 – Why men might need exercise even more than women 43:34 – Longevity and friendship: It’s not what you think 48:10 – New Age spirituality and narcissism: a slippery slope 55:06 – SSRIs: The dirty secrets no one talks about 01:08:04 – Why therapy needs to integrate sleep, food, sunlight, and fitnessSupport the show
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