10/23/2026
🏃♂️ Back at it again! 3 miles in!
Today’s run had me thinking about something I’m still learning…
You have to show up for yourself before you can show up for everyone else.
That can be hard.
There is always something that needs to get done. Work, family, responsibilities, people who need you… and somehow the easiest person to push to the bottom of the list is yourself.
I know I do it.
But these runs have become my time to put myself first for a little while.
Today it was 3 miles.
Three miles where I didn’t have to do anything for anyone else. I could just run, think, breathe, clear my head, and take care of ME.
And I came back feeling positive, motivated, and ready for everything else.
I’m starting to realize that putting yourself first sometimes isn’t taking something away from the people around you. It can actually help you give them a better version of yourself.
You can’t always pour from an empty cup.
So today I showed up for myself first.
3 miles in. Now let’s see what the rest of the day brings! 💪🏃♂️
Whatever your version of my run is—martial arts, the gym, a walk, reading, or just sitting quietly for a few minutes—make some time for YOU.
Show up for yourself, too. You’re worth showing up for.