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16. Why Saying “I’m Slow” Holds You Back

Author
Susan Donnelly
Published
Wed 30 Jul 2025
Episode Link
https://www.susanidonnelly.com/16

For years, I prefaced every race conversation by saying, “I’m slow.” I thought I was just being honest about my pace. But the way we talk about ourselves has a profound impact on how we perform and what we believe is possible. In this episode, I’ll explain how shifting your language can open up new possibilities for how you approach races, how you see yourself in the ultra running community, and ultimately, how you start to take ownership of your potential.

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