Gritty Genius Gritty Genius

Dr. P here checking in for a Gritty Genius Minute (GGM) to remind you that people are rewarded in public for what they do for years in private. Success is not an overnight occurrence. Success is a practice- a habit and a mindset of daily, weekly, and yearly, CONSISTENT actions. Stay the course because research says it takes 10 weeks to create a new habit. You can do this!

We all want a little more ease and smoothness in life but that doesn't mean floating by without doing the work. In fact, gritty ease can help us let go of resistance or white-knuckling through life. Choosing ourselves more wisely that has been shaped by the gritty experiences in life so that in each in every situation we are skillful and intentional our moves- like a mental ninja!

In this episode, I reflect on my first 70.3 race since 2016 and my first big race since having my son (he's currently 5!). I discuss my mindset and perspective or race at the age of 43 and juggling the role of mother and recreational triathlete. It was fantastic to experience Hawaii again and swim, bike, and run, but more thrilling to feel liberated from any external pressures or expectations on time or performance. Take a listen and I would love to hear your thoughts on not chasing old versions of ourselves and fully embracing ourselves at this moment in our lives.

“Our personal genius IS a part of our personal mission.” The soul of Gritty Genius and the process of uncovering our personal genius is always tied to our mission in life. When was the last time you reflected on yours?

With the close of Latinx/Hispanic Heritage month, I take a moment to honor my mission- of advancing my Latino/a community through representation and creating opportunities for POC. I will always “hold the door open” so that other Latinos, Latinx, and POC will be seen, heard, and valued in spaces where I am. This mission is why I am willing to get out of my comfort zone and dream bigger! Never underestimate what your presence- in the classroom, boardroom, meeting, or office- could mean to someone else. You could be planting a seed that will change the course of their life forever, just like Dr. Thomasa Gonzales did for me.

Dropping a Gritty Genius minute to remind you that when you feel like you are being ripped apart, you WILL GROW BACK STRONGER. Trust yourself in the most challenging moments because you will get through them. Training for peak performance reminds us that the harder we push out of our comfort zone, the stronger we ultimately get, and so it is with life. Hang in there. I am in it with you.

Dr. P is dropping a Gritty Genius Minute reminding you, "Don't Go Stale" Being comfortable is one thing, but sitting too long on your gifts, talents, and passions will make you stale.

I've teamed up with two badass-amazing-intelligent-passion-driven women for a *NEW* podcast called Rewiring The Collective.

Check it out on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lr1BCvj6t_Y