This morning I just got started
There was no 1 minute to decide
I was too tired.
I knew if I took that minute I’d sleep in.
So instead I just got up right away
I was drowsy and a bit confused
But I didn’t give much thought into it
Just got down and started the count for the day.
All I knew was that I’m at zero
Now because I decided to get up and get going
I get to sit here this far ahead of the day.
If I had slept I’d still be at zero
Usually now I’d start the run but not yet
I plan to get as far ahead as I can
I want to give myself less to do later
Strangely I get the feeling I’ll enjoy this run.
Don’t know why I feel that way
I just can see it.
The fulfillment I’ll feel when it’s done.
That’s what I chase now.
There’s something special about taking that first step without hesitation. When you don’t give yourself the chance to debate it, to weigh the options, you make it easier to move forward. You bypass the struggle of decision-making, and suddenly the weight of what needs to be done starts to lighten. The tasks that once seemed monumental begin to break down into manageable pieces.
And here I am now, already so far ahead of the day. There’s a sense of satisfaction that comes from getting things done early, from knowing that the hardest part is already behind me. I can almost feel that run calling me, pulling me toward it, and this time it doesn’t feel like a chore. It feels like an opportunity.
It’s funny how these things work. The more I push myself, the more I realize the rewards that come from these efforts aren’t just physical. It’s not just about building endurance or checking off another item on the list. It’s about the mental freedom that comes from knowing I’m capable, from knowing that I chose to act rather than delay.
The thought of what’s coming next no longer feels daunting. It’s not something to avoid or dread—it’s something to look forward to. I’m building momentum, and with each small victory, I’m pushing myself closer to the person I want to be. This is no longer about just completing the day—it’s about mastering it, one step at a time. The run isn’t just something I’ll do, it’s something I’m ready for. And when it’s done, I’ll be even further ahead, even closer to that fulfillment I’m chasing.
It’s not about making today perfect. It’s about making the next minute better than the last. And that’s what I’ll keep doing, for as long as it takes.
