Hey friend!

Does anyone else feel a little weird right now in Park City? The trees are flaunting their fiery fall colors, but the trails are muddy messes and the weather’s overcast and cool. I mean, this morning I even got my feet wet through my sneakers walking Mogul (my dog) on the library field. It’s that in-between time, aka mud season; part of me feels a little MEEEH about it.

All summer, I biked nonstop and hiked, but now what? No more mountain biking and no more hiking!! No thanks to cold toes or muddy legs—comfort is queen here. If it involves mediocre suffering, it’s not fun for me. I can only mindfully tolerate so much discomfort before my joy meter plummets. So, this month, I’m leaning into the pause. A time to go inward, reflect, and set soft intentions instead of hard goals.

Speaking of intentions, I have one brewing that’s totally ski-related. HERE it is: I want to ski continuously from the top to the bottom underneath Thaynes chairlift—hello, moguls! I did it once last April, which was the end of the winter season, with soft moguls and strong ski legs!! I’m setting a new intention to do it come early January. To get there, I’m activating my ski muscles at the gym—quad strength, endurance, heart power. Yesterday, I didn’t have a good night’s sleep and didn’t feel like sweating… it was an inside struggle and I showed up anyway. I dragged myself to the gym and did 30 light weighted deadlifts instead of 70; 20 squats instead of 100; and 30 bicep curls while listening to my 90’s Turkish pop playlist. I was proud of myself for showing up. I never regret showing up for myself. That little stubborn spark inside? Yeah, it sometimes gets me into trouble, but it’s also one of my best superpowers.

So here’s a cheeky question for you: What’s your mud season like? Does it invite you to slow down or push harder? What’s a small step you can take toward your next winter goal—even if it’s just showing up in some way?

Mud season might be dark, but it’s also magical; transformation is! It’s my and your reminder to trust the flow of life—with an open heart and ready legs.

What’s your intention this winter? Share it with me—I’d love to hear.

Big hug with gratitude!