Hey all! It’s been a while since I’ve been in touch. Quarantine life pulled me in so many different directions emotionally, I needed to take this time for myself… but I am back!
Those of you who have been following me for the past year on “the gram” will know I’ve developed a love affair with my Peloton bike.
For a bike that doesn’t go anywhere, it sure has taken me places during quarantine.
Today was my 72nd ride, and Tunde’s words during this particular 2010’s Hip Hop Ride hit my soul in such a way, I was overwhelmed by gratitude. I broke a PR (personal record) today, and I felt this deeper appreciation for my body and all she has been through. I pushed harder than I’ve ever pushed on this bike…
Tunde said, “Show up, lead with zero regrets. Break through the shell.” And so, I did!
I’ve suffered multiple injuries, over the last few years (on separate occasions) that resulted in scraped and bruised knee caps, an ankle sprain, a busted lip, and a sprained middle finger.
Bruised and battered - Fall of 2016
Despite it all, my body has continued to heal. She has continued to stick with me even when I’ve cursed her, been unkind, and treated her like a garbage receptacle.
my poor ankle - Summer of 2019
I’m learning to trust, and love the journey and stop treating self-care as something I do in short-term bouts. Self care and healing these days looks like making myself available for my people, those that have my back and encourage me to be a better person. I make time for prayer, meditation, journaling (even if it’s 5 mins a day). I am being gentle with my body, while still engaging and challenging her to reach new levels of strength & endurance. Through it all, I’m trying to find ways to savor and enjoy the moments of peace and contentment that have been challenging to find during this pandemic.
Progress over perfection is the name of my game. It doesn’t come easy to someone who has been a perfectionist most of her life.
I’d love to hear how you’re breaking through your “shell.” I’m excited to hear from you, and keep sharing these breakthrough moments today, tomorrow, and the next day!
With Love & Honey,
Reyna