Inspiration is Earned

(I know—it's not what we want to hear.)In the summer, I wrote about going for a run, jogging for three minutes then walking to get gelato instead.Sometimes doing the wrong thing is the right thing. We can only work our day jobs, take on the side hustles, and be “good” for so long.Then, we must rebel.This could be getting the ice cream.Uncorking the magnum of wine.Or spending the day on the couch.Acting out is proof that we are still in control. It reminds us of the choice we pretend to have surrendered.But unless we’re on a drug-fuelled, Tara Reid-style bender, the pendulum swings back. The Netflix series finishes, the family nacho platter disappears, and our vacation ends. We must endure cardio, attend meetings, and mop up the sticky patch on the floor once more.Emptying our exhaust may last for a few days—or even weeks. And during this time, we’re just excited to not feel bloated.To read in full, head over to: www.backtoshameless.com/