Endurance Journey Coaching

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I hope "that" doesn't happen...

 
When I hear someone say "I hope that doesn't happen" I immediately think there is an exit strategy. 
 
It's way another way of saying "I'm choosing not to deal with that situation at this time. Maybe it will just go away."
 
I talked about this idea of doubt and fear being paralyzing yesterday. Hope is an avoidance strategy giving oxygen to doubt and fear. 
 
Whenever I catch myself saying "I hope..." I ask myself:
 
What can I do about it right now? 
 
You see challenging situations just don't go away with avoidance.  They collect interest at your expense.
 
Taking action for the outcome you want is a strategy, hope is not. 
 
Even if you take action and fail you have gained a learning opportunity to grow and improve. 
 
Hope gives you nothing. 
 
 
Get after it!
 
Your Coach,
 
Patrick