In this episode of Question It., with its *Trigger Warning*, I explore how our drive for athletic success is often tied to a form of conditional love—seeking validation and worthiness through achievement. From elite athletes to kids in Little League, I examine how we use sports as a way to meet emotional health needs, striving to feel seen, accepted, and valued. But what if all we truly want is to be loved unconditionally, for who we are beyond our accomplishments? Join me as I question the cultural narratives around sports and consider a healthier path to fulfilling our deeper emotional needs.
Key Takeaway: Our pursuit of success in sports often reflects a deeper longing to be loved unconditionally by our parents, not for what we achieve, but simply for who we are.
Peace. Love. Connect.
Links/References:
Original Source Article: When Compensatory Behaviors No Longer Work — The rise in “Mental Health” “cracking”.
https://fejguy.medium.com/when-compensatory-behaviors-no-longer-work-8084d8526b63
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