Saturday, November 14, 2009
On running and working out....
Our physical exertion - running, marathons, and working out is an outward metaphor of hope, regardless of the fact that (for some) we end each day, dreaming with a broken heart and grateful upon waking for uninterrupted sleep. That is why I push myself each evening, so I don't have to think so much at dusk. Plus I never allow my wounds to be visible to the outside world (only to folk who are dear to me). So if you look and feel good on the outside, people think you are doing really well and I let them have that thought. I also don't allow myself to wallow in self-pity - this combined effort leads me to Hope!
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"In running, it doesn't matter whether you come in first, in the middle of the pack, or last. You can say, 'I have finished.' There is a lot of satisfaction in that.In knowing I gave it the best in me, and I stand tall"
"Running long and hard is an ideal antidepressant, since it's hard to run and feel sorry for yourself at the same time. Also, there are those hours of clearheadedness that follow a long run."
Thank you for your insights! I agree on both counts. Running fills your lungs and body with good! Your tiredness is good tiredness, unlike stress that stays in your body for a long time!
I like running as it helps me sleep better and in some metaphorical sense I feel am leaving behind my loneliness.
Basically, do what you need to do to make it - some people do yoga, music and other stuff, I run!
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