Adam Pawlikiewicz Mesa on Ultra Running and Self Acceptance
From Paths by Paths
February 5, 2026 · 13 min
About this episode
Adam Pawlikiewicz Mesa discusses his relationship with ultra running and the balance between growth and self-judgment.
In this short episode, Adam Pawlikiewicz Mesa reflects on his relationship with ultra running and why he sees endurance sports as a double-edged sword. What began as a way to explore his limits and better understand himself also forced him to confront expectations, self-judgment, and the fine line between growth and harm. Rather than focusing on performance, this conversation looks at endurance as a practice of listening, awareness, and self-acceptance. It connects closely with themes explored in a previous episode with Ria Xi, where running showed up as a tool for agency and growth rather than achievement. Follow Adam Instagram @adamonthego adampawlikiewicz.com If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend, subscribing, and signing up for my newsletter at pathspodcast.com to get updates on new episodes. Connect on: Instagram: @paths_pod LinkedIn: Paths Podcast Listen and subscribe on: Spotify Apple Podcasts
People in this episode
Guest: Adam Pawlikiewicz Mesa
Topics covered
- ultra running
- self acceptance
- endurance sports
- personal growth
Keywords
- listening
- awareness
- self-judgment
- agency
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Instagram @adamonthego, adampawlikiewicz.com
Books & works: Ultra Running and Self Acceptance
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