After a great call with a friend this morning, we talked about what could stop me from realising my dream and actually making the journey as Saint Morwenna did. So we came up with a list, and I decided to add it to my blog. I'm sure this list will grow as I'll add questions that people ask to that could put me off. I'll add a positive response to the negative thoughts that were bouncing around in my head! Suggestions welcome!
(N = Negative thought - P= Positive reply)
N - It's a waste of time
P - No journey is a waste of time and I'll be raising money for charity. That's a good thing!
N - It's a waste of money
P - Hopefully it won't cost me very much at all! Need to be creative with how to keep costs as low as possible
N - Why don't you just take normal holiday?
P - Where's the fun in that? and what is a 'normal' holiday?
N - What's the point?
P - It's to prove to myself that I can take an idea can make it reality. And as far as I know no one else has done this trip. (well other than St.Morwenna herself that is)
N - It's too much like hard work
P - That's part of the fun! It's a challenge - see above
N - No one's going to be interested
P - Well actually have already proven that wrong. Everyone I've spoken to has been really enthusiastic about it and some want to join me for part of the walk! That's FAB
N - It won't be any good
P - I will be what I make it
N - People will think I'm stupid
P - Already realised that isn't actually the case. Might think I'm slightly crazy - but in a good way! and have actually been told I'm inspiring! How cool is that!
N - I'll get distracted by other things
P - TRUE - that's why I keep picking it up and putting it down!
N - I'll be disappointed as I set my expectations too high
P - I'm learning to 'lower' my expectations and you know what - It's all good.
