#101: Lessons Learned From Running 50 Miles: You're Capable of So Much More Than You Believe

Last Saturday I discovered that we truly have no business in thinking we know what we're actually capable of.  Two years ago I fell in love with trail running and had a secret goal to run a 50 mile race one day. Ever since, I've been following a training plan telling people I was just doing it for the workout plan while inside knowing that one day I'd give this race a shot.  Even though I wanted to go for it, I didn't believe that I could ever be capable of finishing such a thing. I had no evidence whatsoever telling me that I could do this. Instead, my brain provided me with tons of evidence explaining how ludicrous this goal actually was. Yet Saturday finally was that opportunity, and like any long, epic journey I received so many life lessons from the first minute of gathering at 4:50am in the dark with the other runners before the start, to sitting in a beloved chair with a cup of ginger ale in my hand, a medal around my neck, surrounded by my friends and family beaming.  Today I'm taking you with me on my journey through the woods and sharing with you all of the biggest life lessons I gathered. Whether you're a runner or not, I hope this episode brings you wisdom and comfort for challenges and dark moments on your way to your own goals; and the inspiration to keep going, believe harder, and trust your own deep, inner desires as guides to your future. Mentioned in the Episode:  The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Next Level Impact FREE Mini Course