4th February 25
Diving back in
This morning I woke up and the first thing I said was I’m going swimming today.
There was a time when that wouldn’t have been unusual for me, but those days feel long gone. I rarely go now, even though I’ve always loved the water. I’m not sure why I stopped. Actually getting in the pool is fine but getting out is a hassle – it’s cold and I don’t like putting my clothes on over damp skin!
Lately I have been taking the path of least resistance – avoiding anything that is too much effort. But this year I am trying to change that and today felt like a small but meaningful step in the right direction.
I still have a long way to go, but seeing my own progress is encouraging. More than that, I truly enjoyed my swim. It reminded me that pushing through discomfort is often worth it because I walked away smiling for the rest of the day.
