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Tag: comparison trap

Running Home to Myself: Letting Go of Comparison and Finding Self-Worth Beyond Performance

Jun 26, 2025Nicholas Richardsmental health, runningcomparison, comparison trap, joy of running, mental wellness, running blog, self-worth, trail running, ultramarathon, ultrarunning mentality, why i run

Running was once my sanctuary—until I lost myself in comparison and performance. This is how I found my way back to joy, presence, and self-worth through the simplicity of movement.

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