“How do I keep trying in the face of chronic health issues? Sometimes giving up feels like the more sensible choice.”

—Sarah

“That’s my question too. How do I accept that structural issues are real and we need to accept and move on? There's a lot of discussion here about 'going back to' what we did before, but for some of us (all of us at some point) that is just not possible. I'd rather be able to walk for life without an assistive device than run for a year and then need a walker or cane for the rest of my days. Can you explain how to put the 3 A's (accept, adapt, act) in practice for long-term benefit?”

—Yvonne

This week, co-host and mental skills coach Carrie Jackson answers questions from listeners Sarah and Yvonne, who are both wondering when to persist—and when to move on.

Standing at this crossroads is never an easy place to be. In her response, Coach Carrie talks about coming to terms with change and its constancy. Accepting that things may not be the same can help you sort through your competing emotions and touch base with your true goals and values.

Once you drill down to those, you can start to see if you’re truly ready to move on—or if you’re motivated to do what you need to do to continue. And if you are stepping away from your sport, whether by choice or necessity, she has advice on how to say goodbye.

Listen to the show for more—and to submit a question for a future episode, email us a note or a voice memo to [email protected]. 

Resources/links:

• The Five Things We Cannot Change: And the Happiness We Find by Embracing Them, by David Richo

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