Last week, I had a wobble.
I woke up with a feeling of dread, a weight in my chest telling me to delay my upcoming ½ Ironman triathlon until next year. My confidence was slipping fast, and I couldn’t shake the thought of missing each cutoff time-swim, bike, run-and being the one official waited for before they packed up. Deep down, I was embarrassed by the idea.
But after a powerful conversation with my coach, I realized this wasn’t about my capability; it was about my ego. I was letting old wounds sabotage my focus, dredging up the memory of that little girl who once felt she wasn’t “good enough” unless she had ribbons to prove it.
Isn’t this a truth so many of us face? This nagging feeling of “not being good enough” can keep us from pursuing our health, our dreams, and our full potential. In a world that often feels like it’s asking for more, here’s the truth: showing up as the best version of yourself is enough. We are enough.
In that moment, I remembered my WHY.
I’m doing this to BUST THE MYTH that people with Hashimoto’s or thyroid challenges can’t take on endurance sports. Somewhere along the way, my purpose was clouded by “comparisonitis,” by the unhelpful whispers of shame and doubt. But it’s not about competing with others; it’s about putting one foot in front of the other and showing up for yourself every day.
It’s about inspiring others to trust their own intuition, to listen to what their bodies need and ignore the noise of so-called “experts.” After all, what greater purpose do we have than to spark a ripple of positivity, courage, and strength in those around us?
With my coach’s help, I found the circuit-breaker I needed, a reminder to keep my mind where my body is, one day at a time. Getting ahead of ourselves only breeds overwhelm, anxiety, and the self-sabotaging stories that steal our joy.
And isn’t this so true for our health journeys? When faced with a diagnosis, it’s easy to let it define us. But your diagnosis doesn’t have the power to dictate who you are or how you live.
Your healing journey is yours to shape.
This is what I’ll be diving into this session, “The First Pillar For Thyroid Wellness".
During this session, I’ll be sharing insights on how I’ve brought my Hashimoto’s and subclinical hypothyroid into alignment with vibrant health. We’ll explore the first pillar-your foundational step to creating the lasting health you deserve. I’ll walk you through root causes and proactive steps you can take to strengthen your foundation, empowering you to embark on your healing journey with resilience and clarity.
Remember, it’s not about the numbers or any one test-it’s about your commitment and mindfulness in every step forward.