A Journey of Miles & Pounds

Frustration at Perceived Failure

I repeat like a mantra to myself that this is a lifestyle choice. I really try to not compare myself to others who clearly have more dedication to the sport of running than I do, not to mention more dedication to reaching their fitness goals. I try to both acknowledge my age, my health, my job, while not making excuses for myself. It is still hard to not feel like I am failing when I consistently do not/can not stick to my training schedule and goals.

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On its face, fear is neither good nor bad. It’s simply part of our biological makeup. It can be beneficial in that fear warns us of potential danger and is a key component of our self-preservation. Fear also serves as a reminder of the repercussions of our actions, causing us (ideally) to think before we act. However, if allowed to run wild, fear can also sabotage our long-success and stifle us. It can rob us of one of the most important experiences we stand to gain in life: failure.