Today as I was getting out of the shower I had this aha moment, you know, the one Oprah so frequently spoke of. For the last few weeks I have been struggling with really signing up for the Bryce Canyon Half Marathon coming up in July instead of just talking about doing it. I have fought with this idea in my head - going back and forth - pros versus cons, and what about my knee that has been giving me troubles lately. And then today, as I was getting out of the shower it hit me. . . . I have to put myself out there if I want to succeed! If I never try I will never know. Yes, this means I will be vulnerable, but it is worth knowing whether I can do it or not. This is something my therapist tried for a year to get me to realize. . . and I never got it . . not until now, that is.
If you want to try something is it worth sitting on the side lines worried because of what others may say or do? Now I realize, no, it isn't worth it. Yes, there is a chance I will not be able to finish, but it's worth a shot and I'm going to give it all I've got. I am now officially signed up for the half marathon and I can't wait to see how it ends!
