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Strongoo Podcast
My name is Joe Donar, and my intention for this podcast is to help individuals to create action by opening up, being vulnerable, getting uncomfortable and having hard conversations. By learning how to act, we must first learn how to feel. This gives us the emotional resiliency to overcome any challenge that stands in our way. You can listen anywhere you get your podcast, and please rate and review if you enjoy what you hear. Thanks for your support and I am honored that I get to share my experience with you. Love happy my friends!
Strongoo Podcast
How We Become Who We Are w/Dr. Jennifer Piemonte
In this episode of the Strongoo Podcast, Joe sits down with Dr. Jennifer Piemonte, a postdoctoral research associate and instructor of Psychology of Personality at the University of Illinois. Together, they explore one of the most fascinating questions in psychology — Where do our personalities come from?
Dr. Piemonte shares insights on the balance between nature and nurture, the impact of our environments on genetic expression, and how concepts like self-determination theory connect to fitness, motivation, and healing. This thoughtful conversation bridges science and soul, aligning perfectly with Strongoo’s belief that movement is the physical practice of mental health.
Tune in to learn how understanding your personality can deepen self-awareness, enhance motivation, and transform the way you approach your goals — inside and outside the gym.