The Compound Commitment

Timeless Principles, Endless Techniques: Life and Happiness in 3D with Dr. Gary Gray


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Episode 021: In this episode, I sit down with Gary Gray for a wide‑ranging conversation on movement, mindset, and what it really means to live well in three dimensions. Gary has spent decades teaching that movement isn’t just something we do—it’s how we learn, grow, and navigate life. And if we don’t understand movement in all three planes, we’re missing the full picture.

We talk about the PST process (Principle–Strategy–Technique) and why understanding the why behind our actions matters just as much off the gym floor as it does on it. That leads us into Gary’s concept of the Triadox—the balance of mind, body, and spirit—and how living in 3D applies to parenting, coaching, leadership, and everyday decision‑making.

We also dig into the role of authentic encouragement and collaboration, and why engagement, empowerment, and encouragement aren’t buzzwords—they’re essential if we want people to truly grow. One of my favorite parts of this conversation is how Gary reframes emotions like pain, fear, and guilt, showing how they can be transformed into productive drivers instead of obstacles.

We finish by talking about kids, generosity, and teaching the joy of movement early—because movement literacy, generosity literacy, and critical thinking all shape how we show up in the world.

This episode is about moving better, thinking deeper, and living more fully—in every dimension.

Find Gary on social media @grayinstituteofficial

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