Hardcore Optimism, Again
Some days feel overwhelming: heat, change, uncertainty, goodbyes, and too much on the calendar. But one small choice (like lacing up for a run) can shift perspective. Being present turned frustration into clarity... and reminded me that everything is figureoutable.
7/1/20251 min read
It’s hot. Like… “my apartment is a sauna and my brain is melting” kind of hot.
Work is intense. There’s a re-organisation. Change is in the air — and so is uncertainty.
One of my best friends is moving 600 km away.
I’m happy for her, of course… but it stings.
And I’m traveling a lot. It’s fun, but also exhausting. Especially in this weather.
So today I did something I wasn’t really in the mood for: I went for a run.
And that changed everything.
The sun was blazing, but the wind picked up — and suddenly the heat became bearable. I smiled at the headwind (for once!).
I rescaled my intervals and just kept moving. And somewhere around kilometer 4, I started reframing everything:
My job? Still secure. And change might open new doors.
My friend? Still a friend — no matter the distance.
Her apartment might be available. And it's only 200m from mine.
My training? Done. Even in this heat. And now my apartment feels cool (relatively speaking ).
I came back home feeling proud, calm, and present.
Being in the here and now gave me clarity.
And again, I reminded myself of something I truly believe:
Everything is figureoutable.