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I have read and re-read this post a few times over the last week or two. It has stayed with me. It is by Ann, a runner from North Leeds Fell Runners. She talks about the loneliness that can come with injury and ageing.
An older runner feels invisible, slow, in pain.
I have felt that. I have a thing about loneliness and her post has made me think about the way I spend my time. I have changed my social media use. I am finding myself looking for posts from runners where they have shared their achievements and no-one has acknowledged it with a comment. They have put themselves out there but no-one has replied. It takes a few seconds out of my day to value what they have done and give an encouraging word or two. It has given my aimless twitter scrolling a purpose.
I also try and connect with every runner going past me at Parkrun. A smile and positive word costs me nothing. No-one should feel invisible. Well with a read. Thanks Ann
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