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Jessica Tefenkgi Ruelle ๐ŸŒธ's avatar

Thank you for sharing your process and leaning into honest vulnerability, I know it isnโ€™t that easy but itโ€™s so important to share this message. Celebrating you for being kinder to yourself. ๐ŸŒธ

Ryan Delaney's avatar

Thanks, Jessica. I appreciate you for reading and your encouraging words.

Alexander Lovell, PhD's avatar

This is a great reminder that growth isnโ€™t always linear. Some days weโ€™ll crush our goals, and other days weโ€™ll need to give ourselves a break. And thatโ€™s perfectly okay. It doesnโ€™t mean weโ€™ve failed; it just means weโ€™re human. Thank you for sharing your journey, Ryan. Itโ€™s a comforting reminder to be kinder to ourselves and embrace the imperfection of it all.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I appreciate hearing confirmation from your experience, Alex. You're thoughtful, observant, and wise.

Mike Gingerich's avatar

I definitely relate to the journey of athletic training, comparison, and finally getting to a place of simply moving the body and listening to what my body is saying each day! Slowing down and not comparing is vital, yet counter-cultural!

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I like the way you say this, Mike. It's heartening to hear you've developed a wiser, more intimate relationship with your body.

Mike Datz's avatar

Outstanding article Ryan! Even so, it's the title I keep returning to during the day. Thanks for the thought-provoking topic.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I'm glad the title is staying in your mind. As you imply, sometimes a pithy title is the most valuable takeaway. Thanks for commenting, Mike.

Money Mindset 786's avatar

Impressive. We are human beings, human doings lol ๐Ÿ˜‚!

Truly speaking, side-hustle culture has made us human doings indeed.

Ryan Delaney's avatar

I can't claim credit, my friend. But it's a great saying nonetheless. I agree; side hustle culture can contribute to human doing.

Rabeya Ropani's avatar

Our best can look different everyday! :)

TURBO GOTH's avatar

Turning within, what is essential is revealed

Richa's avatar

Great piece!!โœจ

Sandra Pawula's avatar

Ryan, You've come a long way and what a good place you're in!

Ryan Delaney's avatar

If only it were an actual place. I lost my way yet again and am finding my way back home. Hopefully, I will learn 'for good' this time.

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Ryan Delaney's avatar

So good to hear, Nancy. I admire you.