W8R1: Running and grieving

[CarnationTheCat]

My father passed away on Monday and I was afraid I would not be able to run yesterday. But W8R1 went really well. I ran in my old neighborhood and enjoyed recognizing my childhood friends' houses. I actually wanted to keep running. I have been reading Murakami and he says he stops running just when he want to keep going to save the joy for the next run. Anyway, it was nice to discover that running and grieving are compatible.

[Nilsam Graduate]

I am so sorry to hear about your father but pleased to hear that running has helped you during this time. Posting in this matter will help so many people. Take care. 🤝

[Nicefeet Graduate]

So sorry to hear about your father. Good that your running is supporting you at this time

[Roxdog Graduate]

I'm sorry to hear about your father. Doing things for yourself whilst grieving is good. Take it easy on yourself and taking time to run is very positive!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Sorry about your father passing away, running while grieving does help people, when you graduate in a few weeks time you can dedicate your graduation run in memory of him, he would have been very proud of you.

[MartinKH Graduate]

I’m very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Good that you were able to go for the run, and feel that grieving and running are compatible.

[Comfortnotspeed]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Reading how your running has helped is very touching and beautiful. 🌸

[Speedy60 Graduate]

So sorry to hear about your father. I'm so glad running is helping. 🧡

[zokki Graduate]

So

Sorry about your loss. So pleased you found support in running. 🙏🏻

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I'm sorry to hear about your loss.

Running doesn't change anything but it helps you to cope.

[CarnationTheCat Graduate]

Thank you all for your kind words!

[Tp36 Graduate]

I’m sorry to hear about your father passing. I find running clears my head and helps me think of all the good things and memories.

[55Milly Graduate]

I'm so very sorry to hear that your father has died.

Doing things to make yourself feel good, like running, is important while you grieve - hopefully as others are saying - you are remembering good times with him whilst you run.