Try, Try Again!
“If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again!”…we’ve all heard this phrase before (haven’t we?). Did you know that it can be traced back to the 1700’s? It is definitely relatable to have carried itself here into the year of 2020. There is no shame in not being perfect. Perfection is an impossibility in this human condition. I have always believed that there is reason even in stagnation. Sometimes the expectations that we place upon ourselves are too high, too much, and/or too soon. And you know what—that is okay. To harbor guilt and shame only stifle and beat down leading to throwing in the towel…raising the white flag….giving up. Not today, stinking thinking!!!
I started a Detox two days ago and after feeling very ill yesterday, I ate. I was exceptionally fatigued. I am running a half marathon on Sunday (my first). I cannot afford to be weak right now. Am I beating myself up? Hell yeah because that is what my ego wants me to do. I also did not run yesterday. Yep, I’m telling myself that I am a “lazy looser”. Insanity! I have run over 100 miles this month of May, and yes, this menopausal body is not as I would have it, but I am a beast!! Instead of sinking into a mire of self pity and depression starting the downward slope into negativity I will make a plan and focus on the positive…hold onto that “why” and remember my mantras/affirmations.
Life is a series of moments and in each new moment we have a choice. We do not have to listen to our thoughts—good, bad, or indifferent.
Today, I will pause frequently and focus on the positive…aligning with my higher purpose, and remember who it is I am!
