Two years ago, December 2013 I wrote THIS.
And to break out from that horrible place, one of the things I did was THIS.
Then I decided to learn to ski.
COURAGE.
My first ski instructor had one leg. "Lefty".
December 26, 2014 I wrecked my knee. I was practicing before my second ski lesson with my Love on the beginner hill. I fell and heard a pop. I assumed since I was over 40 my body would make noises when I was learning a new skill. I got up, fell, got up, crashed, got up, slid down the hill and decided to take the lift to the top and try some more. I fell down again. And again. This time he said it didn't even look like I was trying to stay upright. Turns out, I didn't have a ligament to stand on (I didn't know that yet). I kept at it until I hurt too bad to clip into my skis anymore.
Several weeks of crutches (while my Love had to travel for work), tests, evaluations, and an MRI, I had someone else's Achilles tendon (I am grateful for those who donate their parts when they don't need them anymore.) installed as my new anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). It was a major endeavor and required many hours, weeks, months of pain, stretching, physical therapy, etc. It essentially took over my entire life and I already had a busy one!
EVERY YEAR is going to require some amount of COURAGE.
A few big things required me to Live Courageous! in 2015:
I worked hard to rehab my knee, including admitting I needed to do something to control my downward spiral into another bout of depression due to spending the winter on my butt and on crutches. Once you go into remission in clinical depression, it is extremely hard to admit you are sliding back into the hole.
COURAGE.
I walked with my best friend through a breast cancer diagnosis, double mastectomy, reconstruction surgery, a new relationship, proposal and marriage. Keeping my head (and encouraging them even when I was afraid she would lose her life) focused on God and His provision for that season.
COURAGE.
I did my fifth sprint triathlon - these pictures - posting them.
COURAGE.
Best swim time ever.
Headed out on the bike ride.
About to cross the finish line!
And finally, I quit my job at a place I love with people I love to start a career doing what I love - COACH!
COURAGE.
In 2016 I know COURAGE will be required of me to do these things:
- Building a business actively cheering you to Live Courageous!
- Remaining transparent and professional - a delicate balance for me
- Training and Finishing the Half Ironman Coeur d'Alene June 26, 2016
- And... only God knows what else...
I Live Courageous! because I want to squeeze every drop out of life. I've survived feeling stuck and I never want to feel that way again.
Now it's your turn.
What Courageous plans do you have for 2016?
Please answer one or more of these questions in the comments below. I'd love to hear from you!
Can I help you Live Courageous! ? Don't hesitate to email me if you would like a free 30 minute consultation. My introduction rates will expire at midnight (PST) on January 1, 2016. I can Skype anywhere in the world, so don't let location put you off of moving forward.
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