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How Burnout Taught One Teen to Run for Joy, Not Likes

How Burnout Taught One Teen to Run for Joy, Not Likes

by Fleur Tortice | May 29, 2025 | Mindset

Forget metrics. Success lives in the moments. At just 16, Sam McGowan used to run chasing likes, leaderboards, and perfection. Until he burnt out, now, he’s running without a watch and without apology. This is how he found freedom on his terms. It started...

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