#3: Negative Thoughts are Helping You

Did you know that your negative thoughts can help you and your running?

This is a follow-up to the episode with Courtney McQueen, founder of Run Like a Girl. We talked about having negative thoughts and the importance of writing them down.

Negative thoughts are completely normal.  It’s learning how to reframe these thoughts that can help contribute to a more positive and productive running experience.

So, if you’re struggling with negativity at the moment, I have a question you can ask yourself for a bit of self-coaching and reflection. This episode provides some examples to get you thinking, including: weather, perfectionism, injury. 

JOURNAL EXERCISE: 

First, write down all the negative thoughts you have. Don’t edit or censor yourself. 

Next, here’s the question you can ask yourself about these negative thoughts:

What is this giving me? In other words, what are the benefits of holding this thought/belief?

Finally, the follow-up question:  is that working for you?

Notice what thoughts you’re having and just write them down. Refer back to your journal after a day or two, or however much time you need, and see what comes up for you. 

 

Want support working through your negative thoughts? Reach out and connect with Coach Carrie

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