Why?

Yesterday I helped a woman with shoes who was interested in getting back into running. She had stopped after she had her children and has missed it. At one point she asked me why I work in a running store, and if I enjoy it. I smiled and told her I absolutely love what I do. for whatever reason this puzzled her.

I told her that it isn't very often that you get to utilize your passion in your work. If you love your work you will succeed and have a terrific career. I told her running brought all kinds of joy to my life, and I don't even want to think of a life which doesn't include running. The bonus is I get to share that passion and joy with people every day.

I asked her what she did. She raises her kids at home. I asked if she loved that. She smiled and said yes, but she wanted to do more, and I felt she wanted something more. I hope she finds that. In the meantime she is going to start running again. I told her running is a terrific opportunity for some alone time, and time to be with your thoughts. Maybe she will figure out what that something more is.

Charlie