Rock Climbing Bros 🧗‍♂️🧗‍♂️

I may regret saying this later in the semester, but so far I have had more free time than expected during medical school. It's incredible how quickly the first month of school has gone by, made amazing friendships and learned so many cool things! One of the cool things I got to do this week went rock climbing with my bros. I like to consider myself in good shape, but after an hour of climbing my body was fried haha😮‍💨😆. Climbing up the easy walls was a nice confidence booster and then we tried the advanced walls in which we could barely get 5 feet off the ground. The aspect I enjoyed the most was the four of us working together to guide each other to the top. Individually we struggled on many of the walls, but the second someone guided us through we found success. Not only is it comforting knowing someone else is watching out for you, but two brains always outweigh one 🧠🧠! This made me think about all of the times I'm too prideful to ask for help or decide that I can control my future. Just like in rock climbing, I can have a perfect game plan with every step/climb memorized, but one little muscle cramp or misstep can throw a big wrench in my plan. There were multiple times when my brothers said "try that red rock on your right or the yellow block by your foot". In my mind, I was set on going straight, but I was reminded that maybe I should look for a detour or alternate path. Every now and then I need individuals who love and support to give me fresh perspectives. I stress about making things perfect "which is horrible" and getting things done my way. I have to trust that my path is pre-determined and all I need to do is enjoy the experiences! Easier said than done, but always working to be 1% better and I hope you are too! 🤓📈🧗‍♂️