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Maybe it was the heat, or because it was early and I had some wine last night. Or maybe I'm just tired of stupid people. Whatever it was I didn't just let it go.
I shouted back that I could outlast him and if he wanted I'd gladly show him.
He muttered something else and jogged on. I turned to follow, I wouldn't let it drop.
He was ahead of me by about a half block or so. I picked up my pace; as I caught and passed him I told him, "I'm not quitting anytime soon. Don't like it? Get bent."
As I turned to head back towards home I gave him a sarcastic thumbs up and told him to have an awesome day. Did I need to run him down and give him a piece of my mind? No. Will doing so change his opinion? Probably not. It made me feel better and feel a little vindicated for a minute or so.
I suppose it takes all kinds but I wondered why people have to be douche nozzles. How does swerving at a runner in your car and trying to scare them makes you feel better? Or how is shouting moronic comments at a slower runner, who is obviously trying to get healthy, productive? Does it help you feel better about yourself? Do you feel that poorly about your life that you need to push your pathetic attitude onto others?
I know, I shouldn't let crap like this get under my skin. It doesn't matter what other people think. I know how far I've come and what I've accomplished and I know where I want to be. Yes, I have work to do. I know that. And I don't need to have it pointed out for me. As I said, I usually let it roll off my back and keep going. After thinking about the run this morning I guess I felt the need to stand up not only for myself, but for anyone who is trying to get healthy.
It's hard to get started. I was scared, and I'm pretty sure others have been or are as well. Some folks, myself included, can be fragile, or have low self esteem when they make this choice. And for those of us who have made a decision to get healthy, any bump in the road can be used as an excuse...throwing any progress out the window and send a person spiraling back to old habits.
I don't expect someone to be supportive for every single person out there, but at least be courteous. If you see someone out running, walking, biking or hitting the gym- making an effort to get fit and be healthy...instead of shouting something stupid, just shut it and mind your own business.
Though if you feel the need to say something just know at some point, negativity can be used as fuel. I used it like a big chip on my shoulder last year, and it helped get me through some tough runs.
Rather than mocking people, try applauding them; give them a thumbs up or a high five. Or don't and be a jack wagon...give the person a reason to come pass you.
More later!
08 Jun, 2011
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Source: http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/cubicle-dad/2011/06/why-dont-you-just-quit.html
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