Across the River - Sir Peter of Gabriel

Across the River - Gabriel

This rare Gabriel collaboration was written with guitarist David Rhodes, Stewart Copeland from The Police and violinist Shankar for the 1982 WOMAD compilation ‘Music and Rhythm’. I particularly love the 1994 Secret Life’ tour version which builds to a dynamic climax, featuring drummer Manu Katche. It’s well worth a listen as then you’ll understand where I’m coming from in today’s blog.

You see, I think you really get the idea of a journey in the song. And yes, I know I write a lot about ‘journey, ‘change’ and getting the most out of ‘life’, but I believe that the notion of crossing a river, can conjure up so many positive thoughts. For me, it’s as if I’m standing on the bank of a river, somewhere in my own imagination, pondering if and how I can get to the other side.

 

I’ve been on that riverbank a few times too both mentally and physically. Once in the Atacama Crossing Multi-Stage Ultra, at high-altitude, before plunging into waist-deep, ice-cold melt water wondering what the hell I was doing. I mean, there was no choice really as the only way to the finish the stage that day and the race for that matter, was to cross that particular river well over fifty times it turned out.

 

Not knowing how deep the water was, how limb-numbing it would be, being melt-water and how fast the under-current was, took a leap of faith. A leap of faith that would stop some folks in their tracks perhaps but in real life can prove to be a complete barrier to progress.

 

Being frightened leads to uncertainty, procrastination or plain nervousness and making decisions a proverbial nightmare.

 

The thing is, the more you know – the easier the right decision is to make. Thinking about my river analogy, knowing how deep the river was, that it had been recced, that it was safe to cross and that I wasn’t alone meant it was a simple decision to make.

 

It does amaze me however that people will throw themselves into the deepest raging flooded waters without a hope in hell of surviving. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve dived in where others have feared to tread and regretted the decisions I’ve made at leisure but over the last few years I’ve stood and pondered rippling the waters for a long time before diving in or retreating to higher ground.

 

I’d like to think I’m very sure of which rivers I cross nowadays and how solid the bridges I build can get me to the other side.

 

How are you getting on crossing your own River?

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - Crossing Every River

Draw of the cards - Kim Carnes

Chance you take - Carnes

We often get into situations where you feel can feel obliged to 'do the right thing'. But who's 'right thing' card are you playing when you go?

Yours or someone else's. It might be someone you may want to please, impress or simply stay on the right side of, either at home or in the workplace. A good reason if ever there was.

 

Of course, when it comes to our loved ones doing the right thing is part of living in harmony with our nearest and dearest. However, in the workplace, it can be harder to push back against an over-bearing colleague or even a CEO making ever increasing and unrealistic demands.

 

Over the years, I've seen plenty good people take the easy road and get railroaded into 'doing the right thing' instead of saying the right thing, when doing so would be the right thing to do for them.

 

Now, if you are in a similar situation why not consider the next time a minor crisis occurs, to stand back, take a deep breath and point out the bleeding obvious and stand by your guns - in the nicest possible way of course.

 

It might just work in your favour.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 0 Prisoners

Silent Lucidity - Queensrÿche

You're lying safe in bed - Degarmo

Sometimes, Silence is the only way to clear the mind of the cacophony of daily life. I live on quite a busy road in Cardiff and can be seen often shouting at drivers as they speed well over the 20mph limit in what can only be described as a 'Victor Meldrew' type way - Yet past ten at night and it becomes a very tranquil street with only a few cars, and I often lie listening to the sound of silence.

It kinda reflects how my mind feels constantly agitated in every waking hour as the busy traffic of the day roars through my brain, which then speeds from one thought to another.

But later comes a silence. The peace and the tranquility that we all possibly secretly yearn for, well for a few brief hours anyway, until it starts over and the decibels of a new day returns.

Maybe that's why I love the desert. It is possible to hear nothing there. Well nothing man made anyway and possibly only a desert wind or the sound of your own breath or heart beat. All I can say is it's a deafening silence and one you should listen to very carefully if you ever get the opportunity.

There's nothing quite like it and nothing better.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 0 Decibels

When the going gets tough - Billy Ocean

I never let nothing stand in my way - Ocean

Following on from yesterday's blog, early in life, I believe I adopted a coping attitude that could possibly be summed up by the well-known saying 'Toughen up Buttercup' - and it's become one of my stock mottos, ever since. Of course, now it sounds somewhat harsh telling someone to stop complaining and deal with a difficult situation, especially as the world is now so woke.

But back then it's what we did. Well, it's all we could do, as there was no one to reach out to and no one prepared to listen. And did it toughen me up - most definitely both mentally and physically I’d say. Did it isolate me? Sure, but then maybe it was the isolation I needed to create a way of living and a way of getting through adolescence and make sense of living life as an adult. That semblance of order took a long time to understand, and then to put into action. A very long time, but it’s kinda worked in its own peculiar way, and it’s of my own doing.

 

Being tough, resilient, whatever you decide to call it has helped me make it through all sorts of life cresses and crazy running situations and will continue to do so - especially when I need to be a Tougher Buttercup. And ‘yes’, reading back through this, it does sounds harsh but maybe you know where I am coming from as you are currently toughening up your own buttercup.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 1 Tough Buttercup

Criticize - Alexander O'Neal

All you do is criticize - O'Neal & Johnson

‘Give me a child until he is seven and I will show you the man.’ Aristotle. Well, that’s the famous quote and I had it quoted to me many times during my own childhood and adult life by my own Mother. And I’m sure now as I head rapidly towards sixty-four years of age, and that she is no longer here, that it was more of a cry of disappointment rather than a celebration of my life’s direction.

 

You see, we can live a lifetime of feeling that we are a disappointment, not good enough and constantly in fear of those that are meant to love us. Maybe some of it can be aligned to the draconian ancestors that nurture their prodigy until they were seven and of those before. My own grandmother was born in 1899 and her grandmother in 1815 so no wonder their Georgian and Victorian ways were projected onto myself growing up in the sixties. A time long forgotten as we know as the world has changed so much even since then.

 

Luckily that fear no longer exists as I am now the eldest member of my own families generation, and even though I can hear the words I heard as a seven-year old child part from my own lips sometimes, towards my own children one of which is six, I try as hard as I can only to enthuse and encourage rather than criticise. Children should live guilt free.

 

And if you’ve had a similar experience all that I can say is to not wait until it’s too late to express how you feel and realise that actually you’ve turned out okay and can live life free from living in fear of constant disappointment and criticism as that sucks - I know.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 0 Regrets

Pocket Calculator - Kraftwerk

I am adding and subtracting...

In our fast-paced world the ability to pause and reflect is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. Self-evaluation, the process of honest self-assessment of our actions, attitude, and progress, plays a crucial role in personal growth, development, and overall wellbeing. Without it, we risk drifting along through life on autopilot missing opportunities to improve.

Self-evaluation builds self-awareness. By taking time to reflect on what we do well and where we struggle, we gain a clearer understanding of who we are. This awareness helps align our actions with our values and goals. For example, someone who regularly evaluates how they manage time may realise that they are overcommitting or prioritising the wrong tasks. That insight alone can lead to meaningful change and without reflection, these patterns will go unnoticed.

Self-evaluation is also essential for learning and improvement. Mistakes are inevitable, but growth depends on how we respond to them. When we evaluate our performance, we can identify what worked, what didn’t, and why. This transforms mistakes from sources of frustration into powerful learning tools. Over time, this creates a mindset focused on progress rather than perfection.

At work, self-evaluation is particularly valuable. Employers increasingly value individuals who can reflect, adapt, and take responsibility for their own development. Regular self-assessment helps people identify skill gaps, seek relevant training, and prepares for new challenges. It also improves performance reviews and goalsetting.

Importantly, self-evaluation encourages accountability. Rather than blaming circumstances or other people, reflection asks us to consider our own role in outcomes. This does not mean being overly critical or harsh on ourselves as healthy self-evaluation balances honesty with compassion. It acknowledges achievements as well as areas for growth, reinforcing confidence while still promoting improvement.

Self-evaluation gives a sense of direction. Regular reflection helps us check whether we are moving closer to what truly matters to us. It allows us to adjust course before dissatisfaction or burnout sets in and In a world that constantly demands more from us, self-evaluation helps us ensure that we are not just doing more but doing things better.

1,223 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 1 Mind

The Colony of Slippermen - Genesis

Slubberdegullions on squeaky feet - Gabriel

They say that one Swallow doesn't make a Summer but I can tell you one Daffodil makes a Spring.

Yes, the Winter is slowly moving on and the 1st of March (my true feeling that Spring is here) doesn't feel that far away.

I mean we are nearly half way through January and 2026 is already flying by. Maybe it's an age kinda thing as the years seem to go into warp-speed as you pass forty - be warned!

Anyway enjoy mother-natures welcome as the Magnolias are in bud and plenty of blossom photos will come this way as soon as the trees wake up to the longer days of sunlight.

As for Blue Monday, rejoice in the fact that it's another day of living on our amazing planet and forget the doom and gloom of Winter and look forward to the year awakening before our very eyes.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 1 Daffodil

So Lonely - The Police

No surprise no mystery - Sumners

I’ve heard many people over the years say they feel ‘lonely’, or they feel ‘alone’. 

Sure, the feeling of being on one’s own or removed from other people can make you feel very lonely indeed, but I can’t say I’ve ever felt that way myself as I’ve always had my inner self to explore and keep me company. Have you felt that?

 

The feeling of isolation might become overwhelming for some, as not everyone’s happy living a hermit-like existence. You see, we’re pack animals by nature and need social interaction for mental stimulation and well-being. Historically where we lived, provided just that, in a community surrounded by family and familiar faces. People were more likely to live where they were born, and that was that for generations.

 

Fast forward to 2026, and however much the internet has opened the horizons to a much wider world to discover from the comfort of a keyboard, the Covid lockdown sent people searching introspectively onto a road of self-discovery, and into a period of inner thought.

 

‘I mean, you are never alone with your thoughts’ – that’s how I see it.

 

The beauty here of course, is that you only have yourself to please. One of the joys of running is the time it gives you for thought, or metacognition (thinking about thinking) as I like to refer to it. Whilst running to Lisbon in 2004, I had 43 days on the road for thought and reflection. I can remember just about emptying my brain of all thoughts on that road trip and every year at the Marathon des Sables, I take time out to reconsider life, purpose and direction.

 

Clients often say, ‘What will people think?’ or ‘I’m tired of explaining myself’ – and I say, ‘As long as you are happy with what you are doing, then that’s all that matters.’ The ‘real’ people in your world will support you wherever you want your life to take you – it’s your life, it’s not theirs isn’t it? And if you don’t ask for comment or permission, then you won’t hear the words of doubt you don’t want to hear anyway.

And, if you are never sure of where the next turn will take you – take some time out for thought. Take your time and enjoy the thought process as sometimes that’s the best part of the journey.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR -  1 Direction 

Blame - Calvin Harris

Blame - the dictionary definition says - ‘To feel or declare that (someone or something) is responsible for a fault or wrong’. Which sounds about right to me, literally speaking of course. 

In reality, it’s more about accepting it was all of your own doing imho. You see, I believe that YOU are the only person that YOU can ever really blame however much YOU might try to project the reasons for it elsewhere. Sure, there are always situations and accidents that are out of our control but when decisions have been made and you’ve made them, the buck stops with erm, YOU.

I’ve heard a million excuses in my time as a coach. It’s too hot, cold, wet, dry, short, long, whatever but hardly ever ‘I just got it wrong’ or ‘I simply wasn’t good enough’ There’s always a reason for it being someone else’s fault. Being honest with yourself is the key to success I believe. 

And if you get it wrong or are simply not up to the task in hand. Stop, learn from it and try again. But this time think about how you are going to celebrate when you succeed rather than think up a failure excuse before you start.

 

In my world, nothing is or has ever been easy. But I’ve never complained or tried to blame conditions, situations or even other people for my failures. To me, life has a simple logic. 

There are no short cuts to success and only hard work and pure graft will get you wherever it is that you want to be. Where in time you can become your own Winner. Of course, if you don’t want to be a winner and not be the best version of yourself, keep on blaming everything and everyone around you. 

 

However, it would be a shame to miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime and leave blame to those that need a reason to why they’ve failed.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 0 Blame

You get what you give - The New Radicals

4AM we ran the miracle mile - Alexander & Nowels

When we think about success, we often imagine massive breakthroughs, sudden inspiration, or dramatic transformations - but in reality, most progress is built on something far less glamorous namely ‘Consistency’.

Consistency comes from doing it again and again - whether motivations high or low, or whether conditions are perfect or not. It’s the promise you have to keep with yourself to take steps in the right direction, even when the journeys hard.

The magic lies in accumulation. A single run won’t make you faster and one gym session won’t make you stronger, but repeated daily effort works. And over time, it delivers.

Consistency builds trust in yourself. Every time you work out, you prove that your goals matter but it’s important to remember that consistency doesn’t mean perfection. You’ll miss days. You’ll stumble. What matters most is choosing to begin again without drama or self-criticism. Progress is a bumpy ride, I know.

So, start small. Focus on today and get it done.

And eventually, you’ll find it’s not the extraordinary things you do occasionally that shape your life, it’s the ordinary things you do every day that do.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 1 Life

Planet Earth - Duran Duran

This is Planet Earth - Le Bon, Rhodes & Taylor

Life is a series of moments strung together over a period of time. That time being called 'Life' itself. The moments we love to recall are those of great happiness and success perhaps, and like most people I can recall plenty of fist punching moments during my sixty-three nearly sixty-four-year existence on planet earth.

 

I can of course recall an equal number of dark moments when 'Life' didn't make sense and when things were so bad there seemed to be no way out, but luckily those moments passed away, and I’ve navigated myself to safer waters.

 

I recall warmly my final run into Lisbon after 2004kms on the road, knees buckling in relief, but I also recall taking just four steps after being paralysed with GBS with equal warmth.

 

Each has its own merits and I'm glad both moments are engrained into my DNA.

 

My message to day is to enjoy 'Life' and take whatever it brings you good or bad as it's these moments that make 'Life' worth living.

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - 1 Life 

A Momentary Lapse of Reason - The Pink Floyd

One slip and down a hole we fall - Gilmour

Is there anything in the world that's free? Even the air and water aren't free! Especially if your car requires either at the petrol station or at Waitrose where a litre of ionised water costs a staggering £2.25.

 

However, ‘Free-time’ is actually what it says - Free. A Free gift, which sadly gets frittered away whenever something else pops up to distract us from taking advantage of a momentary lapse of freedom.

 

Take today, and I'm sure just like you I've had a Trojan of a first week back, working all hours God sends to make my business succeed. I did however make some space today to run 42.2km and enjoy the elements of a very cold yet bright trip to Barrybados and back.

 

On these 'Day outs' as I refer to them, topography is viewed, change is seen, weed is smelt (a lot) and most of all, life's good things are realised. I mean, the whole 42.2km is free. Free from distraction, negativity and demands of others. All you do is breath in the scenery and keep running until you've had your fill.

Over the weekend why not spend your free time more wisely and cash in on the outdoors?

1,233 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - One Life

Good morning Judge - 10cc

Judging your progress against other peoples can do far more harm than good. Whilst observing others can often inspire, measuring your success against someone else’s life, abilities, or achievements is rarely a good thing as it can undermine your confidence, motivation, and mental well-being.

Firstly, everyone’s journey is different. People start at different levels, have access to different resources, face unique challenges, and carry unseen baggage. When you compare yourself to someone else, you are usually comparing your inner failings to their visible success. 

You’re not aware of their failures, sacrifices, doubts, or support systems that shaped their progress. Judging yourself without accounting for these hidden factors gives an unrealistic view of your own value.

Secondly, constant comparison erodes your self-esteem. When you focus on what others are doing better, you train your mind to overlook your own strengths, growth, and achievements. Over time, this can create a sense of inadequacy, even when you are making genuine progress. No matter how much you achieve, there will always be someone who appears to be more successful, more talented, or further ahead than you. If your self-worth depends on being ‘better’ than others, you will never feel secure or complete.

Thirdly, comparing yourself to others distracts you from your own goals. Instead of asking, ‘What do I want?’ or ‘What matters to me?’, your attention shifts to meeting external expectations. This can lead you to pursue paths that don’t align with your values, simply because they look impressive or are socially rewarded. True fulfilment comes from progress that feels meaningful to you, not from keeping pace with someone else’s timeline.

Another reason to avoid self-judgment through comparison is that growth is not linear. People develop at different speeds in different areas of life. Someone may excel early and struggle later, whilst another may progress slowly but steadily over time - your current position does not define your potential.

Finally, self-comparison weakens self-compassion. When you judge yourself harshly, you leave little room for learning or mistakes. Yet mistakes are essential for growth. Treating yourself with understanding allows you to improve without shame. 

In the end, the most meaningful comparison is not between you and others, but between who you are today and who you were yesterday. Progress, however small, deserves reward. By letting go of comparison, you give yourself permission to grow at your own pace, define success on your own terms, and appreciate your unique path.

1,232 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - Never Self-Judged

Changes - David Bowie

Time may change me - Bowie

Anybody can change. But you can’t change yesterday. Lots of people live life looking in the rear-view mirror - it’s not about what’s gone it’s about the way ahead. You can’t change what’s gone but you can shape the future, and that future for me was a sheet of blank A4 paper. 

I knew the things I didn’t want to do anymore. I didn’t want to drink, I didn’t want to smoke, I didn’t want to eat rubbish food. I didn’t want to waste my time. That was the hard thing. I was wasting my time, I was wasting my life, I was going to waste my future. 

 

What I could do was to shape the things that the new Rory Coleman was going to do on one side of A4. 

 

It was a truly exciting moment. A moment when I thought, okay what shall I do? I know I’ll start by getting fit.

 

After standing on the scales, I went for a run from my front door on a very cold and wet January evening in 1994, for about 100 steps it turned out, in my jeans, my winter jacket and my leather shoes because I hadn’t any running gear. There was no Internet to go to, and research how to run, so I just thought ‘let’s do it’. And passed out after 100 steps but it didn’t matter because I’d found my thing.

 

For any budding marathon runner, London is always the bait, is always the lure, and I signed up for the London Marathon in April 1995. 56 days post my first marathon in Telford, I was lighter, faster, fitter and literally I jogged around in 3 hours 54 minutes. Marathons one and two ticked off…

 

Going past Cutty Sark, going over Tower Bridge, running over the cobbles (you did back then), and then turning that final corner by Buckingham Palace, I was caught on the BBC TV highlights coming over of the line, arms in the air, and that was it. 

 

I’d arrived and it was just the most amazing feeling ever. 

 

And I loved it so much that I went and ran another marathon the week after and another one the week after that. And I’ve been running marathons every 8.7 days since. 

 

You see, I believe everyone’s elite. We’re bombarded by eliteness. We see eliteness all of the time. We see athletes, musicians, entertainers and we look at these people. They’re household names, aren’t they?

 

I’m not a household name, far from it, but I’ve pushed myself as far as my body and mind can go. I’ve wrung out every last drop of effort I’ve ever been able to muster and put it into what I’ve done so far in life. 

 

Anything is possible. Literally anything. 

 

We all love to be inspired by people, inspirational people that can tell you just how amazing they are.

 

Well, you’re amazing too. It’s just that you haven’t realised how amazing you are.

1,232 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - One Big Change in 1994

Don't stop believin' - Journey

Everybody wants a thrill - Perry

I often say that the ‘journey is more important than the destination’, especially when I’m speaking with new clients who are about to start working with me. The hard part is explaining that we’re not sure where that journey is going to go and what will happen along the way or how long the journey will actually take. 

It can be a huge leap of faith!

 

You see, we all know that life comes with its highs and lows, ups and downs, mixed up with a cocktail of people, throughout time - and somehow, we use this to determine our direction. And whether it’s the right or wrong direction, we tend to go with the flow and take on the world and everything it has to throw as us in a very ‘ad hoc’ kinda way. 

 

We learn as we go putting things right, adapting and recreating as we move on. I often wonder why? We don’t do this with other parts of our lives - I mean on a traditional family holiday we know the itinerary before we go. Knowing the flight, hotel and destination details well before we depart. Imagine going on holiday and just turning up at the airport and getting on the first plane? Similarly, how many times have you carried on regardless and not given much thought to what lay ahead.

 

Maybe it’s that easy life we are looking for? 

 

Being afraid of failure or upsetting those around us, provides an ideal excuse for not stepping through the ‘sliding doors of success’. I’m sure most of us has heard the famous Dolly Parton quote, ‘If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain’. And how right she is, as ‘Success’ I believe, comes at a cost.

 

It’s just a question of how much you are prepared to pay. The price? Well, that can be financial of course but also there’s a physical and psychological cost to pay too. What or who are you prepared to give up, to achieve your goal. For some the financial cost is a simple pay/no-pay equation whereas if your partner isn’t prepared to travel with you on your journey – then you might have to leave them behind. It sounds callus but I encounter that situation with many people seeking a more successful life.

 

Having paid the price a few times myself, I’ve learned that ‘Conversation’ makes the ideal accompaniment for any ‘Journey to Success’. A clear direction with clear directives aimed at those around you, will help your progress no end. There are enough barriers to negotiate without adding extra miles of egg-shell walking with loved or not so loved one. It’s a good test.

 

I often think the journey to the Marathon des Sables delivers more than the race itself. What one can learn in the months prior to the race against the few days of the race is beyond comparison, and if you are going in April or trying to climb your own Mount Everest in the near future, enjoy the journey. It might be better than the destination itself.

1,232 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 MDS - 10 GWR - One Vision

Doubt - Jesus Jones

Doubt affects people in many different ways throughout their lives. It’s the internal voice that questions your abilities, decisions, and self-worth, often leaving you feeling inadequate and insecure. Whilst occasional self-doubt is a natural response to challenges or uncertainty, persistent self-doubt can limit growth, affect relationships, and hold you back from achieving your potential. Understanding its origins and learning how to manage it are essential for overcoming this common complaint.

Self-doubt often stems from past experiences, comparisons, or peer pressure. Negative past experiences, such as failure or criticism, can leave long-lasting scars that influence how you see yourself today. If you’ve been told you’re ‘not good enough’ or have faced repeated setbacks, those moments can fuel a pattern of self-defeat. I remember being asked at school ‘why I was so thick when my brother was so clever’ – that stuck with me.

 

As you can see, comparison is often a major contributor. In today’s age of social media, it’s easy to measure yourself against the highs of others’ people’s lives. Seeing others succeed can lead to feelings of inadequacy, even when your own journey is progressing well.

 

Societal and cultural expectations also play a role in building self-doubt. The pressure to meet certain standards, whether in appearance, career, or in achievements, can create a fear of failing. This fear can spiral into doubt, making it difficult to recognise your own strengths and accomplishments.

 

Persistent self-doubt can have a profound effect on mental health and overall well-being. It often leads to a fear of failure, which results in procrastination or avoidance of challenges altogether – you know what I think of procrastination! You may find yourself stuck in a cycle of inaction, too afraid to take risks and afraid to try new things.

 

It also erodes self-esteem, making it harder to trust your own judgment. In relationships, self-doubt might cause you to second-guess your worthiness of love or connection, creating unnecessary tension or insecurity. In the workplace, it can manifest as imposter syndrome, where you feel like you’re faking your success and in fear being ‘exposed’ as inadequate.

The first step in overcoming self-doubt is identifying when it arises. Pay attention to negative self-talk and ask yourself whether those thoughts are based on facts or unfounded fears. Reframing negative thoughts into positive or neutral ones can help shift your perspective.

 

Make a habit of reflecting on your accomplishments, no matter how small they might seem. Writing them down can serve as a reminder of your capabilities during moments of doubt.

 

Break tasks into manageable steps and celebrate progress along the way. Achieving smaller milestones can build confidence and provide a sense of accomplishment.

     

Talking to friends, family, or a Coach can provide valuable perspective and encouragement. Sometimes, an outside viewpoint can help you see your strengths more clearly.

Instead of fearing failure, view it as an opportunity to learn and grow. Mistakes don’t define you - they’re simply part of the process.

 

While self-doubt is a natural part of the human mind, it doesn’t have to define your journey. By recognising its traits, addressing its impact, and using strategies to build confidence, you can overcome self-doubt and unlock your full potential. Remember, self-belief is a skill that can be nurtured with time and practice, and that you are far more capable than you realise.

1,232 Marathons - 290 Ultras - 18 Marathons - 10 MDS - No Doubt