Ava Week 4 - Adversity is Bad...Or is It?

Ava Eisenband

Week 4

Adversity is Bad...Or is It?

    Here I am, writing my blog on the bus ride back from my first 5k (3.1 miles) race of the year on the cross country team. It sure has been a while since I did my very first one in fifth grade. In fifth grade, I had no interest in running until my best friend convinced me to join the Girls on a Run team with her. Ever since then, running became a part of my life. However, this activity hasn't always been consistent with me, as sometimes I would get lazy and take long breaks from running. Something I noticed over the years is that I truly am happier when I get into a frequent running habit. This is because it is a sport that is challenging for me. I know, ironic right? Why would I be happier when I am frequently doing something that is a struggle? Life is more entertaining when you're pushing yourself; when you have something to work towards. Life without adversity is simply boring. For instance, the race was definitely a struggle. Near the end, I was in so much pain that I just wanted to walk, but I forced myself to keep running. It was no easier the year before when I slipped, scratched my knee on a rock, and had to run the rest of the way back with a bloody knee (I still have a scar). And I'm sure my most difficult race was in eighth when I ended up running more than I had to after getting lost, away from the path (just my luck). However, after all this, I continue to do cross country. The rewarding feeling of accomplishment I felt after finishing in 33 minutes made all the adversity worth it. It's a pretty average running time, but it still made me happy. Ultimately, I wouldn't be the improved runner I am today if I hadn't faced all the difficulties of cross country in the past. Hopefully, I am yet to improve my running time even more.

    A Jewish scholar once asked me: would a bank robber still enjoy robbing banks if none of the struggles came with it? If the robber simply got the money without having to go through anyone or without any action, would they still want to do it? 



Comments

  1. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2022 at 4:34 AM

    I really like and agree with what you said that "life is more entertaining when you're pushing yourself; when you have something to work towards." Stasis is not encouraging or helpful to your development.

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  2. Johny IounatanovSeptember 21, 2022 at 4:50 AM

    I strongly relate to you saying "Life is more entertaining when you're pushing yourself; when you have something to work towards. " I always find myself happier when Im busy and doing a lot for myself, rather than being bored with nothing to do.

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  3. AnonymousOctober 24, 2022 at 3:39 PM

    This is a really good analysis of how adversity can impact your life. It's so easy to think if adversity as a bad thing, but you make a great point in explaining how challenges can benefit you by pushing you further.

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  4. Milo MOctober 26, 2022 at 8:43 AM

    I totally agree with this. Being able to work and and prove yourself wrong when you accomplish something you didn't think you could is a great feeling and can help add structure to your weeks.

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