I once brought a car that had a funky gas gauge. It would read that I had gas in the tank when in actually I was cruising on fumes. Running out of gas on a long trip sucks in more ways than one!!! Walking to the nearest gas station to buy a gas can to fill up and walk back to the car is frustrating and embarrassing.
I am reminded to stayed hydrated and keep good fuel for the long workouts. No fuel on board makes for one long and painful workout and recovery. Finding the right balance of carbs and protein is not easy. But, the saying garbage in garbage out fits.
I am learning that my journey is more than about the external is it also about my inner awareness. There are times when I feel like I'm running on empty and going through the motions. When those times come, (and they do come with a fierceness!) I am reminded of the Last Samurai.
When Algrin (Tom Cruise) is learning the way of sword he has a difficult time and runs out of gas physically and emotionally. Laying spent, frustrated and embarrassed in the field Algrin run out of gas until his young captor Top Knot says: "Too many mind" "Mind the wind...mind the people...mind the noise...No Mind"
To be mindful is to let go of thoughts and expectations and except the inner energy that helps fuel the journey.
If you took time to read this may you be energized enough not to run on empty.
Peace and Blessings on Journey
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