megan weisenberger on LinkedIn: I ran by this wall on this frigid NYC morning, thinking about how the…
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megan weisenberger on LinkedIn: I ran by this wall on this frigid NYC morning, thinking about how the…
NYC DIARIES EP 5: be in the 2%‼️
Inspired by Michael Easter’s book “The Comfort Crisis” and his substack article “The 2% Manifesto”
lindsiannshiinstagram.com1. You didn’t come this far to only come this far
Dean Karnazes ran 50 marathons in 50 states on 50 consecutive days. Imagine being on day 49 of such a feat. “I can’t run another marathon. I just can’t.” Yes. But then, he did.
I’m sure there was more than one mile Dean hated. On the 30th marathon. On the 10th. Even on the first. But each time,
... See moreConnect to your why.
We are much more willing to tolerate discomfort when we know that doing so is tied to a meaningful purpose or long-term goal. As you warm up, bring to mind the big goal you are currently working on (maybe that sub-4 marathon) and why that goal is meaningful to you. Be specific. Doing this as you ease into the run will set the
runnersworld.com • 4 Expert-Backed Ways to Build Mental Toughness
As I made my way up from midtown on foot, I thought about what my city walks give to me. The psychic clean up, the slowdown, the clarity. The way they help me sip in the collective vibe, affording me feedback on the cultural temperature.
Not getting this feedback when the streets empty out is, I think, what makes my winters hard. I need the feedback... See more
Not getting this feedback when the streets empty out is, I think, what makes my winters hard. I need the feedback... See more
A lot of my personal growth has occurred when I’ve been stretched to the edge of my discomfort…
Think about it: there is a sweet spot in weightlifting where I push myself to the point of exhaustion, stimulating substantial muscle growth.
Similarly, significant personal growth occurs when I’m stretched to the edge of my capacity.
Once upon a time, I