The Wild

Daily writing prompt

What was the hardest personal goal you’ve set for yourself?

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My hardest personal goal is one that continues to nip at my heels even years after I took the first step. In a world where it is so easy to make poor choices, I feel like I am in a constant race to stay ahead of the beast, my own personal black dog: illness and disease.

Choosing my health and well being above all else has meant leaving jobs, relationships, and even my home and community. It has cost me thousands upon thousands of dollars, years of my life – my literal blood sweat and tears.

That said, the payoff HAS been worth it. I say this because I experienced the alternative. I have known true illness, and the hopelessness that comes with it.

They say the road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom. I have traveled that road, and spent many a night within the palace. I cannot claim to be wise, but I do know one thing. I would rather walk the path of health, difficult though it may be.

Stay Wild!

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