Exercise.
This, writing, is an exercise.
It stretches my mind, my thoughts, my spirit.
And it takes them to places I don’t know exist inside of me.
Physical, team training is an exercise.
It strengthens my body, my motivation, my commitment.
And it pushes me to grow in ways I could not do alone.
Spirituality is an exercise.
It tests my faith, my hope, my love.
And it anchors me when I fail at those tests.
Exercise.
It’s rarely comfortable, but it’s always consistent in the goodness it gives back.
-Cliff
Cliff’s Note: Keep going. Breath. Stretch. Grow.