This weekend I had the privilege of reffing the All Out for Autism meet in Delaware. We raised money for a bang-up cause, watched lifters have the time of their life, and gave back to our sport and community.
Undoubtedly, the crew I ref with (and am blessed to be friends with) is second to none.
I’ve watched Travis and Jess put their money up to host events, give back, get kids equipment and school supplies, and continuously catalyze positive impact for those around them.
Bluntly, they give a fuck. Without abandon.
In a transactionally motivated world, they move with transformational intent.
I will always be inspired by the level of effort, care, and genuine love they bring to this sport, their friendships, and themselves. Truly, I aspire to be able to give back in the same ways they do.
This weekend was about giving back, and while I was working to give back, I walked away with a renewed sense of purpose.
The impact of this weekend will push me to be better in this sport, better for myself, and better at work. If I can catalyze the things I can do, the things I directly control, then I’ll be able to 10x that when giving back.
Getting better isn’t just about you. It will benefit you directly, but the action will trickle down to your family, your friends, and your community. So, if you’re struggling to get going ask yourself: how do you want to show up for those around you?
My answer: vibrantly, tenaciously, and compassionately.
So, for those of you working on yourselves, here’s a journal prompt.
How do you want to show up for yourself?
How do you want to ‘feel’ to those important to you? (ex: I want to feel like sunshine through the window in winter, a spring day (sans the pollen), safe, etc.)
How will you bettering yourself impact those around you?
If you surround yourself with better, you will inherently get better.
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