What IfI recently read a quote that said “Worrying is using your imagination against yourself. Curiosity is using your imagination in your favour.” There’s always some uncertainty on race day, and with uncertainty comes nerves and sometimes anxiety. But something I learned to focus on as an athlete is that while the unknown can be scary, it is also full of possibility. Instead of stressing over thoughts like “what if I have a bad race?” or “what if I don’t run fast enough?” I learned to ask myself “what if everything I’ve been working for falls into place?” Instead of dreading the possibility of disappointment, I learned to imagine my success. Curiosity can’t promise us any specific outcome, but it will guarantee a happier and more hopeful running experience. Sincerely, Nicole
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