Resistance vs. Resilience

Well, I'm back in the Peloton party (not that I ever completely left)!!

And I've found a new favorite coach in Kirsten Ferguson -- it's probably early to say that definitively, but she's in my top three for sure.  Very encouraging and inspiring messages, and she plays several powerful Christian songs - I'm a fan!

I've rejoined the Hardcore group with assigned daily strength classes, and today's Arms and Shoulders workout was with Logan Aldridge, an inspiring amputee with a strong spirit and good sense of humor.  Toward the end of the class, he said something like, "I know this resistance is heavy, but your resilience is even stronger!"  

And my very immediate thought was "Blog-worthy metaphor!!"

YES, the resistance I'm feeling both internally and externally is intense right now.  The comfort zone vibes, the fear of all that could go wrong, the resistance to change, and the growing understanding that even with assistance, actively stepping into a new identity is still very difficult!  BUT the healthy changes I'm making are aligned with my God-given purpose, vision, and goals... so my resilience is resurfacing, along with some much-needed grit!  To quote T-Swift, "They count me out time and time again, but I come back stronger than a '90s trend!!"  ;-)

That's all I've got for today.  I hope this encourages others in whatever way you may need it right now.  Quiet the overwhelm by focusing on one day at a time, one task at a time, and remembering why it matters.  Go in knowing that the resistance you face will be heavy, but your resilience is even stronger!  (1 John 4:4) ❤