Comments on: What I talk about when I talk about running

By: Phil

Phil — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:53:35 +0000

Tim – rumbled – I’m a massive fan and that it is one of my favorite books. I love the lyricism of the name. Thanks for the comment!

By: Tim

Tim — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 14:41:14 +0000

Interestingly, this article steals its name from a book by Haruki Murakami. Big fan?

By: Phil

Phil — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:53:31 +0000

Lana – thanks! Do keep dancing and loving life. I really like your new identity and look forward to following and supporting your journey.

Phil

By: Lana - Daring Clarity

Lana - Daring Clarity — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:49:04 +0000

Phil, that was a powerful post! It is awesome to have something you are so passionate about. A lot of people if you ask them have no idea what their passions are. That always makes me sad. One of my passions is dancing. I can dance anywhere and to almost any music. Just love it! Thanks for the reminder to think about our passions and to treasure them.
Lana – Daring Clarity´s last blog ..30 Sentences for a Millionaire Mindset + Interview With Dragos Roua

By: Phil

Phil — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:58:47 +0000

Tracy – you’re an inspiration. Thank you for your kind words and your amazing perspective. Keep running the marathon of life with joy, passion and love.

Phil

By: Phil

Phil — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:24:59 +0000

Patty – thanks to you. I love your blog and am always inspired. I love your latest post on boredom – even when we are bored we can still live fully and make the most of it. You have some powerful passions and I know you will keep living them and loving that.

By: Phil

Phil — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:23:08 +0000

Walter – you are right. Another benefit of being outside is just marveling at the natural world around us. Even if running isn’t your thing, just walking slowly and taking in the world can be stunning. I’m excited for spring and the cherry blossom that grows on my street. Thanks for stopping by!

Phil

By: Phil

Phil — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:20:08 +0000

Hi there cous! Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. I know that time and space are precious for you at the moment, and those walks with the dog must be bliss. Having the necessity to go is a great way to bring that into your day. I imagine that there is some real beauty where you live and hope you get the chance to take it all in. I agree on the sanity point – we all have a baseline and finding it helps us to live life without overwhelming emotion and disease. Take care!

By: Phil

Phil — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:17:35 +0000

Giulietta – Thank you for stopping by and the good wishes. Your understanding of your passion has grown from the experience of not having it. I’m sure you love singing all the more as a result and do it with your typical gusto and joy. Keep in strong voice and keep up the great work – when can we expect another wonderful post?

By: Tracy Todd

Tracy Todd — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:16:38 +0000

I am honored to be mentioned in your blog. Thanks for your kind words.

In my previous life (pre-accident) I was also a runner. Running was my passion and part of my identity too. I remember the annoyance I used to feel on the odd occasion when illness, minor injury or other commitments prevented me from going on my daily run. I was too arrogant to think that I may never run again. I took everything in life for granted.

But, I have learned that human beings have an incredible spirit of survival and have the ability to overcome adversity and more importantly, adapt to change.

I believe that running is still part of my identity. To be a runner one needs to be self-disciplined, courageous, goal oriented, motivated, passionate, health-conscious and strong. In essence one needs to have a fit mind, body and spirit.

I may no longer be physically running on the road but I am still running the most important marathon of all — the marathon of life!
Tracy Todd´s last blog ..It’s Feeding Time