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The Season I’m In
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Hey you, I feel so grateful. This week felt like a transition week. Out of marathon mode. Out of stomach bug mode. Into healing, reflection and presence. One Thing to Think About This Week I’m 41. Ledger is almost 2. When he’s my age… I’ll be over 80. That thought doesn’t scare me. It motivates me. It makes doctor appointments feel important. It makes strength training matter. It makes healing instead of pushing through pain feel wise. I’ve been listening to Think and Grow Rich and one message keeps repeating: focus on what you actually want, not what you’re trying to avoid. I don’t want to be injured. I don’t want to age poorly. But what I want is to be 95 and independent. Present. Strong. Clear-minded. That’s the vision.
My knee and ankle are still not 100%. I’ve had knee pain since my 18-mile run and I don’t want this becoming long-term. So I’m shifting to strength for a few weeks and letting my body fully heal. Productivity Hack of the Week The scratch-paper throwaway list. Not Notion. Not a fancy system. Just a cheap piece of paper sitting on the table. I write everything I want to get done that day or weekend. It stays visible. It stays top of mind. I cross things off aggressively. There’s something deeply satisfying about crossing off paper that hits differently than checking a digital box. Also, I listened to a Mindset Mentor episode about clearing open loops in your life. The big takeaway: energy drains faster than time. It’s not the workload that exhausts you — it’s the unfinished mental tabs open in your head. Close the loop. Book the appointment. Send the email. Decide. App: Built With Science I’m leaning into strength while my knee and ankle recover. This app combines programming, nutrition, and even an AI coach you can message. It feels thoughtful and structured, which is exactly what I need right now. Show: The Four Seasons - It explores different seasons of life and relationships and how perspectives shift over time. It’s been a powerful reminder to focus on what truly matters in the season you’re in. Podcast: Austin Marathon Recap with Zane We talked through the knee pain, the hills, the mindset, and the full experience. It’s live now and I’m really proud of the conversation.
One Last Thing Healing is not a setback. It’s strategy. If I want to be strong at 80, I have to act like it matters at 41. Take care of your body. Clear your open loops. Focus on what you actually want. You’re building a season right now that future-you will live inside. Build it well. Garage workouts with a toddler are 30% fitness and 70% chasing a tiny human who thinks battle ropes are toys. Bible verse for this week: “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” — Psalm 90:12 If this resonated with you, forward it to someone who needs the reminder that slowing down and healing can be the strongest move you make. Let’s Just Enjoy This – Trina Miss a post? You can view all Newsletter posts here. Interested what my 1:1 coaching looks like? Check out my website transformwithtrina.com 🎧 Want more? Catch this newsletter on the podcast too:
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Creator & Coach passionate about simplifying life and making progress that sticks. I share practical tips and stories to inspire joy and fulfillment. Click subscribe to join in on the journey!
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