That being said, a good friend of mine told me something last year, shortly after I went back to work after my maternity leave and it's something I keep reminding myself, especially when I've been feeling this way: "Allow yourself to feel what you feel, and move on."
It's so true. It's simple but it has resonated with me for a few reasons. It sounds a little crazy but a big part of what ends up stresses me out is the fact that I stew and worry about being stressed out! It's a vicious cycle and for me...I know that I can be my own worst enemy emotionally. Like my friend pointed out...sometimes, half the battle is accepting that not everyday is going to be fantastic. And you might even have weeks that aren't fantastic. And that's okay.
So, yeah, I've been going through the motions lately. I'll admit it. And with that, I'd even admit that even my runs have felt uninspired. I've been feeling sluggish and just wanting to get them done and over with (mind you, always end up feeling a bit better but still...). Anyway, this past weekend I felt that I was able to relax, regroup, and not only that, I had a great run.
This was a shot I took on my way around the lakeshore route that I enjoy....
As I was thinking about the post I wanted to write, it seems that this picture is more than appropriate. I'm ready to move on from how I have been feeling the last few weeks. It wasn't the first time I felt that way and it won't be the last but I know that around the corner, there will be a new day, a fresh start, and a better run.
