Why are so many runners drawn to pain, suffering and extreme endurance challenges after going through trauma? In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, mental health nurse Paul Regan explains why running, marathons, ultras and hard physical goals can help people cope — but also when they can become avoidance.This is a conversation for runners who use training, racing and endurance challenges to stay sane, find purpose, build confidence and prove to themselves they can still do hard things.

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