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RUMINATIONS
Moving Beyond Acquaintanceships – by CtCloser
During a conversation with my 3 brothers, one asked a sincere question about what friendships looked like in our lives these days. He and the other 2 admitted they probably had no more than they could count on one hand. Not so many years ago, I would have said the same.
A question about what distinguishes friends and acquaintances elicited this ChatGPT definition: “Friendship is a deep and enduring relationship between people characterized by mutual affection, trust, respect, and support… Friendship often involves shared experiences, common values, and a genuine concern for each other’s well-being. It is a connection where both individuals feel comfortable being themselves, knowing they are accepted and valued.”
Here was my response, which could have sounded merely self-comforting if it wasn’t completely true: I have friends! Between SRC on Saturdays and JRC GGR on Wednesdays, there are many rudder bunnies with whom I’ve become very close. They’re much closer to “significant” or even “intimate” friends than “casual” or “nodding” acquaintances.
Each friendship started with the process of Communitizing which turns a stranger into an acquaintance. The next step comes with consistency. In an affinity group like one built around running, the “shared experiences,” “trust, respect, and support,” and “common values” are built in. The “enduring” and “mutual affection” develop simply by continuing to show up.
The highest level of social intimacy—“deep” and “genuine concern”—takes place with another level of intentionality. It features transparency. I do my share by opening up and talking about myself; but, more significantly, also by learning about the rudder bunny I’m with. That intentionality includes caring about the friendship, then acting on that caring by following up.
Et voilà! Friends. I might be oversimplifying, but it’s been working for me in 2 running clubs. So, Brothers: You need to join an affinity group (doesn’t have to be running!). And then go more intentional. I’ll expect a report at our next conversation.
-CtCloser (Calvinthe) “Negative Split or Positive Splat” #dothedue
FINE PRINT ¶Text by Calvin Wang (Wäng), CC BY-NC-SA 4.0. ¶Cross-published: Facebook Shawmont Running Club (ZY Weekly Newsletter 8/24/24), Shawmont Running Club website, Ruminations by CtCloser. ¶This website posting: Rumination with added caption.
WHOZ DOIN WHAT IN 2024
Through Next Month…
- 8/24: DEKA FIT Northeast (Oaks PA)
- Julio (Welcome back to the attention!)
- 9/1: CHARTWAY VIRGINIA BEACH 10 MILER
- Quietman Tom
- 9/8: MAIN LINE 5K (Wayne PA)
- Prof. Sandy
- 9/15: USATF MASTERS 12K CHAMPIONSHIPS (Highland NJ)
- Prof. Sandy
- Too Hot Tom
And Just Gene…
- 8/22-27: UNREASONABLE EAST 200-MILE TRAIL (Australia)
- 9/15: SYDNEY MARATHON (Australia)
- 9/21-27: EAST COAST TRAIL SUPPORTED ADVENTURE RUN (Newfoundland)
CONGRATS-A-MUNDO TO ALL!
- 9/17: IVYLAND 5K
- Desi: 24:36
- Laura N: 26:19 (Prof. Sandy’s daughter)
- Prof. Sandy: 32:03
- Too Hot Tom: 26:46
SEND YOUR RACE RESULTS TO: TEDMILLER01@GMAIL.COM
RUNNIN’ OFF AT THE MOUTH
“Summer miles bring autumn smiles.” –Anonymous
“Running begins not with the feet but with the mind.” –Anonymous
“Whoever said it’s not whether you win or lose that counts…probably lost!” –Martina Navratilova
ELSEWHERE ON THE WEB – by Teddio
Mastering Runs in the Heat: Tips and Tricks for Success
…It is helpful to inform yourself and get a good understanding of the effects of heat and do your best to implement proper strategies for a successful run. Remember not to be too hard on yourself when your hot runs do not reflect your current training and fitness level.
Understanding the Impact of Heat on Running Performance
- Heat Stress and Its Consequences
- How Heat Affects Performance and Endurance
- Hydration and Electrolyte Balance
- The Risk of Dehydration
- Key Electrolytes to Focus On
Planning and Preparing for Hot Weather Runs
- Choosing the Right Time to Run
- Considering Weather Forecasts
- Route Planning
- Avoiding Direct Exposure to the Sun
- Adjusting Your Pace and Expectations
(https://rundown.runtheday.com/p/mastering-runs-in-the-heat-tips-and-tricks-for-success)
THEMZ WHO WUZ THERE (except those forgotten or missed 😊)
Stats – We track attendance and Shawmont. Loggin’ the miles is just for fun.
Records: Attendance – 39 on 6/23/18. Shawmonts – 26 on 2/10/18.
- Trail Name: Distance (Route)
- BB Betsy: 14 (SHAWMONT)
- Biker Bill: 2
- CtCloser: 14 (SHAWMONT)
- Gregle [Trail name in training]: 10
- Happ: 10
- Jamie: 10
- Jimmy Dee: 14 (SHAWMONT)
- John R: 5. Welcome Back!
- Lakshmi: 9
- Linda B: 9
- Mango Marjo: 6
- OKhen: 8.4
- Quietman Tom: 14 (SHAWMONT)
- Seito: 2. Welcome Back!
- Teddio: 10
- Terminator Tony: 14 (SHAWMONT)
Email Newsletter Editor: Teddio
Facebook and Website Newsletter Editor: CtCloser
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