AWP: The Race I Didn’t Run: A Reflection on Growth and Gratitude

About this episode

Aaron reflects on his experience preparing for a marathon and the lessons learned about resilience and gratitude.

Aaron shares a personal reflection on preparing for the San Diego Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon with his son, Skyler, only to be sidelined by illness days before the race. What began as disappointment became an opportunity to celebrate someone else’s achievement and appreciate the journey that led there. Drawing parallels between marathon training and practice ownership, Aaron explores resilience, perspective, focusing on what you can control, and using setbacks as opportunities to evaluate and strengthen the systems that drive long-term success. This episode is a reflection on leadership, growth, gratitude, and keeping your eyes on the next finish line. ---------------------- Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

People in this episode

Host: Christopher Wolfe

Guest: Aaron

Topics covered

• personal reflection
• marathon training
• resilience
• leadership
• growth
• gratitude

Keywords

• marathon
• illness
• achievement
• perspective
• setbacks
• success
• leadership

Sponsors

MacuHealth

Mentioned in this episode

Places: San Diego

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