Positive Results by Sabrina

My word for this year came to me through writing. I followed one of those social media trends to apologize for the things I’m actually not sorry for and I realized that in order to become the woman of my dreams, I have to live audaciously this year. I have to show up with bravery, intention and the confidence to know that my actions will be received with love and rewarded with peace and fulfillment.

My first audacious, public action was to ask for help to get my family to Disneyland for Half Marathon Weekend. My Sister reminded me that my kids did not do nearly as many fundraisers as some kids and I never tell people when we’re struggling. So, I took a huge leap, asked for some extra pixie dust and it’s turning into a magical carpet ride. Yes, I’m mixing magical references because that’s how I feel right now.

I know how hard it is to ask for help. I know there are plenty of people who judge us for admitting our shortcomings and asking for help. But I also know that we can’t help others if they don’t admit that they need help.

I’m a pay it forward type of person. I think I’ve mentioned this to you all before. I am a helper. Have always been and will always be. I volunteer my time when I don’t have funds to give. I’ve been grateful to be in the position to donate to mom friends when they’ve been in need, so allowing the universe to provide for me keeps the love flowing. In opening myself up publicly, I’ve learned just how many of my friends are diehard Disney fans. I heard so many magical Disney and Disney race stories. I’ve shared in the celebration of the amazing things that my friends have seen.

I’ve also been met with love and admiration from the running community that I pour into. I’m reminded of the love that flows through our community so freely. I’m reminded of the joy, commitment, strength and power that comes from working in fellowship with like minded people.

So maybe it was audacious to admit that my business is not booming right now. To admit that with the prices of breathing literally rising everyday, I was choosing between accepting the opportunity to run the Disneyland Half Marathon and paying my bills and as any good mom, I was choosing the bills. Maybe it was audacious to think that anyone, let alone 10 or more people would want to contribute to this gift for my family, but my audacity is paying off.

So, what should we be audacious about next? What do you need help believing in? I didn’t believe that I could run one marathon, let alone have my ninth one be in Disneyland. I didn’t believe I could run a marathon. But I’ve conquered the distance three times. 10 years ago I wouldn’t have believed that I would be a runner at all, let alone a coach teaching athletes to run every day.

If you close your eyes right now, take a couple deep breaths, what is the most immediate wish that is dancing at the back of your heart right now? If your fairy godmother appeared in your yard, what wish would she know you needed granted. If Aladin appeared at your window, where would you want him to take you? If you rubbed the Genie’s lamp, what would your first wish be? Take my hand and let’s take a leap. Where are we going?

This is your reminder to dream big. Make audacious requests from the universe and then be open to receiving her offerings.

Let 2026 be the year that all of our dreams come true. And in order for that to happen, we have to keep dreaming and keep asking for help to achieve those dreams.