Yesterday, after running only twice since the triathlon in July, Jason and I ran in a 5K to support Christian Student Fellowship. We had a lot of fun running together (which we haven't really been able to do together since kids), and obviously, we survived.
Another thing I liked about the race was the back of a few of my fellow racer's T-shirts. My favorite shirts said "Shut Up and Run." Obviously, they were more experienced runners than I because after the first 100 yards, I could read their shirts no longer. But, the motto did make me smile. And think.
It made me think about a few patients I'd like to say it to. "No, I do not have a magic diet pill for you. Shut up and run." "Yes, you can get off your diabetes meds if you'd just shut up and run." Okay, so maybe I'd get downgraded on my patient satisfaction surveys and that might not be the most effective strategy for some people, but I may try it some day.
Really, though it made me realize that I should actually look in the mirror and yell, "Shut up and run!" I blame it on time. I blame it on work. I blame it on travel. I blame it on exhaustion. I blame it on the boys. I blame it on ... But, the truth is, I should stop pointing fingers and shut up and run (or at least walk for heaven's sake).
I'd feel better. I'd look better. I'd eat better. I'd have more energy, so I'd work better and I'd be more fun. I'd be more confident. And I'd only be out 30 minutes or less in a day.
Susan, come on. Shut up and run.
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