When someone tells me they're feeling a bit down, or bummed out, I bite my tongue. Because I want to say to them: 'Why don't you take up running?! I guarantee you that you'll feel better afterwards!'
But I don't say it, because I know there's nothing more annoying than the converted trying to convert. No, you have to be subtle!
So I tell them how running never fails to make mé feel better. And how I used to hate gym class with a vengeance, and was terrible at it. And how, to my own surprise, I've come to love running! And how much I can recommend it to make you feel better, both physically and psychologically.
And then I wait. I've planted the seed!
Because I wish the joy of running on everyone!
Do you suffer from Runner's Evangelism?
Runner's Evangelism
Nicole Orriëns studeerde psychologie aan de Universiteit Utrecht. Sinds 2001 is ze fulltime blogger en eigenaar van Professional Blogging Services. Ze gebruikt haar achtergrond om praktische informatie voor dagelijks leven te delen. Nicole is getrouwd, moeder van vijf kinderen en woont op het Achterhoekse platteland. Achterhoekse platteland.
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You make an excellent point- and planting the seed is the most important thing you can do- then sit back and watch it grow.
I'm not a runner but I am a walker and I love doing anything outside versus in. Stopping by from Follow Friday 40 & Over.
Running is not for me. I run out of breath too quickly and some days my knees hurt. Sometimes I run for the bus but can't even run the length of my street anymore with walking some. Very sad.
You are inspiring! I love your blog, I found you at the world as I see it. I am a new follower. I would love it if you would check out my blog and follow back!
Have a great night!
Kirsten
From one runner to another, I totally get you! I started my running journey March of 2010 and have since run 3 half marathons and 1 full. It's quite invigorating, and I love that it's mind over matter. You're definitely an inspiration, you know that? I hope you are able to convert many to running. ;)
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