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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

Six weeks before the Olympia, I found myself crying on the bathroom floor due to overwhelming stress and anxiety from personal issues and health concerns.

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Chris Bumstead - The Dark Side Of The Road To Greatness (4K) | 6X Mr Olympia

@ Chris Williamson

Chris Bumstead - The Dark Side Of The Road To Greatness (4K) | 6X Mr Olympia

07/11/23

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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

I broke down sobbing on the bathroom floor six weeks before winning a world championship due to overwhelming pressure and anxiety.

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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

I broke down crying on the bathroom floor six weeks before winning a world championship, highlighting the emotional toll of competition.

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Chris Bumstead

10/15/24

@ Chris Williamson

Winning the Olympia requires a willingness to sacrifice not just time, but also relationships and mental well-being.

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Chris Bumstead

10/15/24

@ Chris Williamson

I hope I won my sixth Olympia and want to bring my best package, despite the adversities I've faced over the years.

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Erin Frey

06/03/17

@ Y Combinator

I noticed that stress and anxiety were overwhelming me, preventing my true self from shining through.

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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

I have made a commitment to prioritize my health and well-being over competitive success in bodybuilding.

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Rich Barton

04/18/25

@ Tim Ferriss

After a health scare in my family, I reassessed my priorities and realized the importance of self-care for long-term sustainability.

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David Goggins

01/01/19

@ Rich Roll

Going through intense challenges like Hell Week reveals insecurities you didn't know you had, and it's crucial to be prepared for those obstacles.

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Erin Frey

06/03/17

@ Y Combinator

I started going to therapy when I realized that stress and anxiety were affecting my ability to do good work.