Show Notes: Endurance, Showing Up, and Accepting Our "Thorns"
Episode Highlights

Book Spotlight:
Host revisits The Impossible First by Colin O’Brady—an inspiring true story of crossing Antarctica alone. The book’s core message? Endurance is a vital part of life’s journey.

Endurance as Life’s Schooling:
True problems in life aren’t always solved; it’s the persistent effort that gives meaning to our existence.

Wisdom from Heraclitus:
“No man ever steps into the same river twice…” Change is constant—for both us and our challenges.

Des Linden’s Mantra:
Boston Marathon winner Des Linden shares: “Every day I make the choice to show up.” This idea becomes central for O’Brady during his trek—and for anyone facing adversity.

Mental Health Insights

ADHD & Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD):
Many with ADHD experience hypersensitivity to rejection—a genetic trait that can feel overwhelming but isn’t easily erased. Therapy helps manage beliefs, but some struggles remain lifelong companions.

Therapeutic Tools Mentioned:

Rational Emotive Therapy (RET)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Key Takeaways
Everyone Has Their “Thorn”:
Whether it’s RSD or another challenge, we all have something tough built into our journey.
Acceptance Over Perfection:
Progress matters more than perfection; sometimes things don’t go your way—and that’s okay.
Daily Mantra for Success:
Get up, suit up, show up—do your best today! Celebrate small victories when they come.
Quotes Worth Remembering

“The good fight itself was the victory.”

“Some days it just flows… Other days it feels like I'm trudging through hell.”

Actionable Advice:

This week:

Look inside yourself and accept who you are—including your thorns.
Don’t demand perfection from yourself or others.
When moments go right—rejoice!
Otherwise: get up, suit up, show up—see what you’ve got today!

Thanks for listening! Have an amazing week ahead. ```