Obstacle: a thing that blocks one’s way or prevents or hinders progress. 

I thought of this subject today because there was literally a tree right in the way of the path. 

But it is not just the tree or the mountain or the river that can be an obstacle. It can also be a belief system, disempowering thoughts, the negative voices around you that can be an obstacle and prevent you from moving forward. 

We met a young g woman today who was struggling with feet pains, no blisters just pain in her feet. She expressed to us that when she went from SJPdP to Orisson she cried for 24 hours because she was so happy. And then when she made it to  Roncesvalles she was so proud of herself. These are big steps. However, sometimes we do not give ourselves credit for it. 

Small steps are equally important. Each step we take towards the goal we are after takes us that much closer to what we want to achieve.

My challenge today was to look at the obstacles that get in my way (literally a tree) and the obstacles others put in my way (why would you do that? Are you sure you are capable of this? You are not prepared.) As well as the obstacles I put in my own way ( you are out of shape, you are overweight, you are “aging”) and say how can I get around, over, beyond this obstacle. 

It was fun to climb to the top of alto de perdon today and not feel inadequate, actually feel strong. It was equally rewarding to go down the steep decline and feel empowered. It was even more rewarding to see the people struggling up the ascent down the descent and make it on their own time. 

What are the obstacles in your life? How will you overcome them? I’m very curious and would be happy to help you discover ways to overcome. Buen Camino!!

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