#23 – How to Cope With Illnesses, Injuries, and Setbacks

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What do you do when you plan, train, work so hard ... and then it all comes crashing down, due to an illness or injury?

How do you cope when you're not sure when or if you'll ever get back to that active lifestyle you love?

Friends, if you're going through this, I see you, I feel you. I've definitely been down there in the shadows where you are.

And I wish I had a quick fix. But the truth is, this shit is hard.

And ... sometimes it's the hard stuff that helps us become more resilient, more compassionate, and more aligned with our soul's purpose.

So today on the pod, I'll share some coping skills that have helped me during the tough times.

So grab a pen and paper, and prepare to take some notes! 

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Episode Sneak Peek

  • [4:45] Why being sidelined from your outdoor adventures hurts so much, and why it’s not selfish or silly to feel all the feels.

  • [10:13] Setbacks are normal. How learning to deal with them can make you a more resilient human and athlete.

  • [12:51] How to take a more holistic view of health and fitness, and what to focus on when you can’t exercise.

  • [17:38] The magic of radical self acceptance, and why it’s so hard to achieve. How to fall in love with your beginning and stop comparing yourself to others.

  • [23:05] How trust and surrender can help you reconnect with your life purpose during tough times.

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