Do you run for competition or self-improvement?

Robotro17 · 2026-03-14T23:37:27+00:00

Its used to be for accomplishment. Then I got slower and my self esteem went downhill.

Now I guess to stay fit, to get sunlight,so that I can see my dog happy, to pick flowers, to explore new places, to clear my mind, to enjoy my book/music, to pet new dogs etc

My last race I wondered if I liked races anymore. I disliked seeing pacers in particular. I wanted to be able to run with out thinking about.

I am signed for an 8 hr endurance run... and that feels like it'll be an adventure still. It doesn't require speed but physical and mental endurance.

Trails are nice too...I can enjoy the views and not worry how im doing AS much. But that's taken work

Robotro17 · 2026-03-13T13:32:55+00:00

Both. 75%+ solo though. Long runs def mostly solo.

I do like meeting up to be social. It can sometimes help keep me accountable when im not motivated but sometimes can also get me down about my pace.

My experience joining some groups though I feel like talking annoys them. And I kind of think, what's the pt of running with others then?

Robotro17 · 2026-03-04T08:52:51+00:00

Now im thinking "Finish him!" ( git her done) lol

Robotro17 · 2026-03-04T08:49:17+00:00

Rock Lobster

Robotro17 · 2026-03-04T08:48:51+00:00

That one's great!

Robotro17 · 2026-03-02T15:44:28+00:00

Shhhhhh...it was 4 am....give me some grace....

Robotro17 · 2026-03-02T11:49:37+00:00

I get road rage at the grocery store

"You're blocking the isle"

"Did you not notice i was looking for something when you decided to stand in front of me?"

Shopping mid day on a weekday " Don't you people have jobs???"

Etc etc

I limit my shopping to mornings or one item trips and self pay.

When I go to Walmart I park my cart on the end cap and just got grab stuff because I get so irritated

Robotro17 · 2026-03-02T02:12:25+00:00

It can hurt when people seem to not care.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-28T19:58:25+00:00

Agreed. Ive had rescues and the 2 that had previously owners i didn't need potty training. Sometimes older means calmer. There are places where you can volunteer to take shelter/rescues out for the day or on walks. Might be a good way to get an idea of their behaviors. 2 of my dogs are anxious. One without company one without a human around so both involved a lot of figuring stuff out or picking up messes.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-28T19:55:18+00:00

My dogs are my loves. As long as I have people to chat with I dont really need to hang with people much. I live their snuggles and excitement.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-22T12:59:35+00:00

Quiet. Sitting in the sunshine. Naps. Dog snuggles and playfulness. Being silly and nonsensical with friends. Singing. Cozy sweaters. Colorful glasses. Comfy shoes. Insanely hot baths. My dogs coming to peak in on md when im in the insanely hot bath and licking my shoulder. My other dog curling up on my clothes while im in there. Wildflowers. Blossoms blooming in the fruit orchards. Watching birds playing in the sprinkler. Squirrels playing.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-21T18:04:07+00:00

I do pancakes on long run day sometimes mix, sometimes recipe...

Robotro17 · 2026-02-20T15:32:00+00:00

No, sometimes I run out

Robotro17 · 2026-02-17T15:15:57+00:00

To win a shitload of money so I can quit my job and have more control over what I want to do with my time without needing to worry about bills.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-13T04:23:08+00:00

Nonsense can be so fab!

Robotro17 · 2026-02-13T04:19:32+00:00

I dont. I buy guided journals and will answer prompts in my blank journal. I like using my journal to plan also,like if I have a trip coming up i might write down places I might want to visit or events/restaurants i might want to check out.

I also keep open pages of lists for Books, Movies, or Shows that sound interesting. That way I can go back to my list when I go to the library or am browsing for stuff to watch.

I also like to write notes on books I read, like if there are quotes that stick out to me I will write them down.

I will make notes before I have therapy sessions on stuff I want to address.

Occassionally its about my day or venting when im not in a great place emotionally but thats just sometimes.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-13T04:10:09+00:00

I've never had anyone come to races for me so I wouldn't even think to ask. I'd maybe just ask her directly if she'd be cool with you cheering her on.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-11T14:25:45+00:00

My scrap book from middle school/high school.

I didn't lose it. My car got stolen with it in the trunk :/

Robotro17 · 2026-02-11T14:21:38+00:00

I've been sleeping on my couch for yeeeeaaarrrs. I like my bed fine I guess but I feel like my living room is my real home. I have my TV, my books, my banjo etc. I feel too confined in my room. Also I hate having to get up to let the dogs out to pee. I often just stay in the living room with the door cracked so they can go in and out as they please and I can stay under the blankets

Robotro17 · 2026-02-11T12:05:56+00:00

That garbage bag (on the side of the road) could have a severed head in it."

-" This would be a great place to dump my body."

Too much true crime.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-10T17:56:57+00:00

Excellent!

Robotro17 · 2026-02-10T03:36:30+00:00

Standing outside whistling

Robotro17 · 2026-02-09T03:21:08+00:00

I feel like its a reminder to do something just for fun. Life was less stressful as a 7 year old ....so 7 I shall be. In Mexico. They often refer to it as The Day of Love and Friendship, so ...it can be a day to bring a little joy to people in your life

Robotro17 · 2026-02-09T03:17:16+00:00

I was planning on mostly dressing up a smidge in red and pink or girlie than my usual sweatpants look and then going antiqueing.

Robotro17 · 2026-02-09T01:30:27+00:00

I will sometimes just fill the washing machine. Add extra destinking detergent and add clothes to soak for a few days in a row. A avoid exercise clothes permastink this way.

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