Keep a Steady Step

This time last year, my friends and I hiked in water for 8 hours at The Narrows in Zion National Park.

It was incredible! And challenging.

For most of the hike the current was strong, and – at parts- the water was waist deep.

Each step required focus, and we gave our full attention to the experience.
Then, for a patch, the water calmed and we relaxed.

That’s when it happened: a fall. (And by fall I mean BUST!)

I went down first, and scored some major battle wounds.

As I rose it hit me: a fall was exactly what I was trying to prevent the entire hike. I made it beautifully through the hard terrain. But the moment I let my guard down is when I went down.

Today I offer a simple reminder that we are often more vulnerable for setbacks when things are going well, then when they are challenging.

So pay deep attention to your life… your steps… your relationships. And keep a steady foot in the current and the calm.

Your friend,

J.