Practice Exercise: Writing a Letter to Your Future Self
(To be completed mid-week, after a challenging workout)
Objective:
Deepen your connection with your future self—the athlete you are becoming—by writing a letter that reframes challenges as part of your evolution.
Instructions:
- Set aside 10-15 minutes after a key workout this week.
- Start by imagining yourself six months from now. Picture yourself on race day or during a peak moment of training. What would that future version of you say about today’s struggles?
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Write a letter from “Future You” to “Present You.”
- Acknowledge the hard work you’re putting in.
- Remind yourself that growth isn’t always visible in the moment.
- Offer words of encouragement that you would tell a friend going through the same process.
Example Opening Line:
"Hey, I know today’s run felt frustrating. But trust me—six months from now, you’ll look back at this and smile, because this is the exact kind of work that built your strength."
💡 Bonus: Save this letter and re-read it whenever doubt creeps in.
Closing Thoughts: Trusting the Process
Your growth isn’t measured in a single workout, a single week, or even a single race. It’s measured in your ability to keep showing up, keep learning, and keep believing that the hard days are shaping you into something greater.
This week, practice talking to yourself like you would talk to a close friend. Be kind, be encouraging, and above all—trust the athlete you are becoming.
Mantra for the Week:
"I am always growing. Every challenge is making me stronger."
Final Notes for the Intuitive Feeler Athlete
- Your strength is in connection—to yourself, to the sport, and to the emotions that come with it.
- This week’s goal is self-compassion—recognizing that training isn’t about proving yourself but about evolving over time.
- Keep your letter to yourself and revisit it in Week 12—you’ll be amazed at how much you’ve grown.
