Not even 24h after completing a half-marathon, I was getting already critical with my own running technique when viewing a personalised running video by the organisers. Pride, happiness and celebratory feelings gave way to self-awareness...
"I run like a robot", I thought, getting totally absorbed by thoughts what should be improved ... and wondering why I don't run as smooth as a cat, or Nicola Spirig, or Usain Bolt. 😆
What I totally discarded: I had just completed 21.1 km with a new personal best achieving my ambitious goal set only few months before - after taking a break from long-distances for nearly 5 years. Not only that, I was free from pain and any soreness. Which is amazing for me after such a long break and at age 41+
No I'm sitting here wondering, what it tells me about my work with others, if I'm not even celebrating my own achievements? I should have celebrate with a cake that day with my family. (I eventually did ... with 5 days delay)
Indeed, that's an issue! Because I realise that I have similar habits at work. It affects not just me but others too - not in the best way.
It seems to be the Germanic believe in "blood, sweat and tears" combined with "never rest on your laurels" or, if you like, "not being told off is praise enough". All of this is not very human, rather machine-like. (German stereotypes, anyone 😉)
I disagree with these attitudes/views today - it's a bad habit. These attitudes just grind me down. It doesn't build up mojo to tackle big things with a healthy lightness and big smile.
As the saying goes, you need to love yourself in order to be able to love others. Maybe the same holds true for other achievements:
You need to praise and celebrate all your achievements, in order to know how to praise and celebrate others in a genuine and authentic manner.
On the one hand, yes, continuous personal growth & progress is important. On the other hand, stopping to celebrate and refill on your mojo makes achieving the next level so much more worthwhile and fulfilling.
[Writing memo to self]
Nothing is more important in sports, life, and work to stop and recover, before the next big challenge starts. Without rest & recovery no athlete will be able to perform. Neither short-distance nor long-distance. It is a matter of body and mind, mental fitness and holistic health.
I suggest to replace change "work hard, play hard" to "Work smart. Celebrate a lot. Rest well."
This whole experience made me reflect on my celebration habits. And, from experience, I know that I'm by far not alone! Let's take more head space to appreciate & celebrate our progress.
Yes, I do run like a robot. And, I still set a new PB! 🤖🦾🦿
"I run like a robot", I thought, getting totally absorbed by thoughts what should be improved ... and wondering why I don't run as smooth as a cat, or Nicola Spirig, or Usain Bolt. 😆
What I totally discarded: I had just completed 21.1 km with a new personal best achieving my ambitious goal set only few months before - after taking a break from long-distances for nearly 5 years. Not only that, I was free from pain and any soreness. Which is amazing for me after such a long break and at age 41+
No I'm sitting here wondering, what it tells me about my work with others, if I'm not even celebrating my own achievements? I should have celebrate with a cake that day with my family. (I eventually did ... with 5 days delay)
Indeed, that's an issue! Because I realise that I have similar habits at work. It affects not just me but others too - not in the best way.
It seems to be the Germanic believe in "blood, sweat and tears" combined with "never rest on your laurels" or, if you like, "not being told off is praise enough". All of this is not very human, rather machine-like. (German stereotypes, anyone 😉)
I disagree with these attitudes/views today - it's a bad habit. These attitudes just grind me down. It doesn't build up mojo to tackle big things with a healthy lightness and big smile.
As the saying goes, you need to love yourself in order to be able to love others. Maybe the same holds true for other achievements:
You need to praise and celebrate all your achievements, in order to know how to praise and celebrate others in a genuine and authentic manner.
On the one hand, yes, continuous personal growth & progress is important. On the other hand, stopping to celebrate and refill on your mojo makes achieving the next level so much more worthwhile and fulfilling.
[Writing memo to self]
Nothing is more important in sports, life, and work to stop and recover, before the next big challenge starts. Without rest & recovery no athlete will be able to perform. Neither short-distance nor long-distance. It is a matter of body and mind, mental fitness and holistic health.
I suggest to replace change "work hard, play hard" to "Work smart. Celebrate a lot. Rest well."
This whole experience made me reflect on my celebration habits. And, from experience, I know that I'm by far not alone! Let's take more head space to appreciate & celebrate our progress.
Yes, I do run like a robot. And, I still set a new PB! 🤖🦾🦿
M·M