Tree located in Charlotte, NC c.2023, Craig Corti - Old-Timer Mindset
Published by Craig Corti on 6/19/2023
I learned a valuable lesson during a recent hike. All conditions were near perfect that day. The weather was great, my hydration and fuel levels were optimal, and I was chomping at the bit to hike with some intensity. Some swagger. (The climb succeeded a landmark in Georgia called, "Swag of the Blue Ridge").
It's important to note that I had taken a 5-10 minute rest just before starting the ascent. I was ready to attack the uphill climb with confidence!
As I climbed out of the gap, I began to feel more fatigued than usual. I thought, "no problem, not the first time some 'fatigue' attempted to challenge me".
*I like to think that I usually win the battle against fatigue [shoulder shrug]*.
Let me tell you something...I was mistaken at that moment.
When I felt the fatigue set in I attempted to put some real muscle into it. Let's just say I was trying to put on a performance for the critters of the dense forest.
Soon thereafter, nausea (Fatigue's 2nd cousin once removed) joined the party. *To be honest - not super confident I understand their family lineage, but I do know they are blood related*.
While leaning up against a tree trunk to settle my heart rate, I recognized that the mountain was trying to teach me a lesson.
Sometimes you cannot just "put some muscle into it" or "muscle your way through". Understanding your own limits and keeping yourself safe is always a priority.
That's not to say that you should avoid discomfort. Of course, you should express fortitude and mental resilience often.
Facts:
You will be humbled occasionally. You will experience failure in life. You will be beat down. You will face seemingly impassable obstacles. You will experience loss. Grief will try to drag you down. Discomfort will be constant.
What actions can you take?
Learn something new about yourself. Be tough. Think unconventionally.
How?
Put yourself in positions to get humbled by pushing your own physical limits. Challenge your own beliefs by actively listening to other perspectives. Both of these scenarios will be undoubtedly add physical and mental discomfort to your life, but that is where learning happens.
Final Thoughts:
Put some muscle into it...but eat the slice of humble pie when its served. Nobody knows the ingredients, but I know its baked with wisdom and opportunity for growth.
-Craig Corti, Old-Timer Mindset
I learned a valuable lesson during a recent hike. All conditions were near perfect that day. The weather was great, my hydration and fuel levels were optimal, and I was chomping at the bit to hike with some intensity. Some swagger. (The climb succeeded a landmark in Georgia called, "Swag of the Blue Ridge").
It's important to note that I had taken a 5-10 minute rest just before starting the ascent. I was ready to attack the uphill climb with confidence!
As I climbed out of the gap, I began to feel more fatigued than usual. I thought, "no problem, not the first time some 'fatigue' attempted to challenge me".
*I like to think that I usually win the battle against fatigue [shoulder shrug]*.
Let me tell you something...I was mistaken at that moment.
When I felt the fatigue set in I attempted to put some real muscle into it. Let's just say I was trying to put on a performance for the critters of the dense forest.
Soon thereafter, nausea (Fatigue's 2nd cousin once removed) joined the party. *To be honest - not super confident I understand their family lineage, but I do know they are blood related*.
While leaning up against a tree trunk to settle my heart rate, I recognized that the mountain was trying to teach me a lesson.
Sometimes you cannot just "put some muscle into it" or "muscle your way through". Understanding your own limits and keeping yourself safe is always a priority.
That's not to say that you should avoid discomfort. Of course, you should express fortitude and mental resilience often.
Facts:
You will be humbled occasionally. You will experience failure in life. You will be beat down. You will face seemingly impassable obstacles. You will experience loss. Grief will try to drag you down. Discomfort will be constant.
What actions can you take?
Learn something new about yourself. Be tough. Think unconventionally.
How?
Put yourself in positions to get humbled by pushing your own physical limits. Challenge your own beliefs by actively listening to other perspectives. Both of these scenarios will be undoubtedly add physical and mental discomfort to your life, but that is where learning happens.
Final Thoughts:
Put some muscle into it...but eat the slice of humble pie when its served. Nobody knows the ingredients, but I know its baked with wisdom and opportunity for growth.
-Craig Corti, Old-Timer Mindset
