A few years back I was given the words Smile Trust Be as a mantra. These words were given meaning and meant to inspire me and keep me strong as I set out on a new journey in life. Over the years these words have changed and taken on new meaning for me as I change and grow. Sometimes, I forget about them and forget to Smile, Trust and Be. Usually, though, they spring up in my mind right when I need them again. I haven’t much thought about them throughout my training, but the other day my eyes swept across my Swiss army knife, the object that carries these words, and I was once again thinking about their meaning and how they inspire me today.
SMILE.
Smile when it hurts. Smile when you have done well. Remember to smile when you are running. It makes it better and not enough runners smile when we run and that is a shame. Smile with the glory. Smile even if you have been defeated, because this will lift your spirits. Smile at the energy that has been sent to you by so many loving and supportive individuals – then send that energy back because it will make the world a better place.
TRUST.
Trust my body and mind will take me through this process. Trust in the Universe and God for giving me a strong body and mind. Trust that what will be will be and I can only give what I have, the rest is up to a higher being. Trust that my body won’t slowly break apart. Everything is still attached and will remain so throughout the marathon. Trust that I am succeeding every time I go out there. Trust that people are cheering me on. Trust that I am amazing and focused and determined. Trust that I CAN do this!
BE.
Be in the moment. In every moment. Soak up the sun, the rain, the sweat and the tears. Feel it. Live it. Dream it! Listen to your breath and how it cools and nourishes your body and soul. Feel my feet hit the pavement every time and be thankful every time. Be focused. Be happy. Be kind. On October 4th, Be. Just be. Enjoy your day to shine and be cheered on. Enjoy all of the work and sweat that you have put into this goal.
Thank you J & J – These words are one of the best gifts I have ever received!!
Dear Mikie
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Smile, Trust and Be!! This will get you through the finish line.
What an inspiration you are!!! Words just cannot descibe how we feel as we post this comment!
Go daughter!!! All our love Mom & Dad
If I could be on your collar while you run I would say to you (you go girl). You are doing something that I could not have done. I listen to other young people and thier goals and meaning in life and then I read what you wrote and I am so proud of your goals and accomplishments. At the starting line it will seem insermountable and at the finish line it will seem just a short distance.
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I love you
Dad
I read this after you ran and FINISHED your marathon. What a journey it's been and continues to be for you. Congratulations on your finish and most of all on all you have made of this experience! YEAH!
ReplyDeleteI love you! Jenni-san