Barbell Shrugged Aligning Actions with a Purpose Driven Life w/ Chris Hoppe, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #799
May 21, 2025
In this engaging dialogue, Chris Hoppe, a behavioral health coach at Rapid Health Optimization, shares his vast experience in guiding individuals through personal transformations. He discusses the importance of aligning actions with a deeper purpose and how fitness can aid in reclaiming identity and inner peace. The conversation also explores the psychological challenges faced by athletes after retirement, the role of community in overcoming addiction, and transformative practices like breathwork that foster emotional resilience and mindfulness.
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Chris Hoppe's Personal Journey
- Chris Hoppe shares his journey from struggling with substance use to finding fitness and behavioral health coaching as a path forward.
- His background as a college athlete and CrossFit competitor shaped his approach to coaching and recovery.
Addiction is About Connection
- Addiction often stems from lack of connection and trauma, not just chemical hooks.
- Behavioral health focuses on the relationship an individual has with substances or behaviors rather than the substances themselves.
Start Behavioral Health Coaching Neutral
- Behavioral health coaching helps clients understand their current reality and aligns actions with their values.
- It's important to get a baseline reality before optimizing lifestyle or habits.
