I almost didn’t do this but I’m glad I did


Hey Reader,

I recently had the opportunity to get biomarker testing done through a company named Superpower. For complete transparency, the brand reached out to me, offering its standard biomarker panel in exchange for writing about my experience.

You can read the post to learn more about my experience with Superpower.

I haven’t spoken much about my health. It’s probably one of my biggest concerns right now. It has been for the past few years since I injured my back. And while I may not have pulled the trigger on biomarker testing if this opportunity didn’t come my way (I’m too cheap), the experience has brought some bigger realities into focus.

1. I only get one body.

Life is precious. It’s also fragile. I get one shot at life.

For better or worse, this is the body I’ve been given.

And I’m the caretaker.

In medieval times, this was known as a steward. Historically, a steward managed someone else’s household or estate. They didn’t own it, but they were responsible for how it was run. That’s the reality with my body. It’s the only one I’ve been given, and much of my health depends directly on how well I manage it.

2. My time is limited.

I have a finite number of days and, unfortunately, I won’t know that number until they’re gone. That means there’s a window to improve my life and a window to enjoy it, and both are shrinking.

3. My choices still matter.

I can’t control every outcome. But I can control my actions, my routines, and my responses. Ignoring where I am doesn’t change anything. Paying attention and taking action does.

The older I get, the more I see how easy it is to delay the things that matter. It’s easy to assume there will be more time later. Taking an honest look at where you are can be uncomfortable, but it can also help you move forward.

The cost of avoidance is usually higher than the cost of change.

What’s one change you know you need to make to move closer to the life you want? 🎯 Hit reply and let me know.

To a life well-traveled,
Kevin

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