Tiger Challenge

The Tiger Challenge this year was a good indicator of my forward momentum and personal growth. 

I felt an expanded awareness of the other competitors around me. I saw smiles, uncertainty, drive and fierce intensity. There was also laughter and obvious enjoyment. I truly felt inspired by all!

My anxiety and nerves were still real and a factor off and on throughout the day. The prep work for a tournament like this is more that just the physical training, it is also the mental and emotional self care needed to compete and step out of my comfort zones. 

I made use of some tools that have helped me in the past and have started to make a habit of thanking my ego and letting it know that I've got this and to step aside. I really believe this has been making a positive difference. 

For the first time I mostly felt solid and not glitchy as I moved through my forms. My ego wasn't in the way. I am discovering the ability to remove judgement of others and myself and replace it with observation and appreciation.

Overall I feel really good about my performance and efforts and enjoyed the day. Is there room for improvement? Absolutely and always!