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This is a discussion on Sad News within the You're Not Alone! forums,----- I found out today that my CrossFit coach is leaving. He has some family affairs to tend to, and his ...
I found out today that my CrossFit coach is leaving. He has some family affairs to tend to, and his last day will be this Friday.
I can't stop crying. I had no idea that I had become this attached to him in just four months. At first I couldn't figure out why. I'm generally not this emotional when someone is leaving my life, even someone who has been around for years. After I put my kids to bed and was able to be alone with my thoughts for more than ten seconds, I figured it out. He believes in me, and tells or shows me so every day I show up to train. I mean, it's not just for me, it's the same for everyone who trains with him. He has a gift for what he does, and for finding each individual's perfect place. I am going to miss him so much.
What makes it even sadder for me, is that this is one of the few times I have ever experienced someone who seems to so unconditionally believe in me, and who is able to accept me in the very spot I am in. I know that much of this is tied to my own self worth, and the poor choices I have made regarding the people I have allowed into my life. But four months of someone who thinks I can do it is just not enough. It is a sad truth that there is no one else in my life right now (other than myself) who shows me the support that he does. I am very afraid of what may come along with the next trainer. And I am unspeakably sad to have to say goodbye to such an excellent coach.
I found out today that my CrossFit coach is leaving. He has some family affairs to tend to, and his last day will be this Friday.
I can't stop crying. I had no idea that I had become this attached to him in just four months. At first I couldn't figure out why. I'm generally not this emotional when someone is leaving my life, even someone who has been around for years. After I put my kids to bed and was able to be alone with my thoughts for more than ten seconds, I figured it out. He believes in me, and tells or shows me so every day I show up to train. I mean, it's not just for me, it's the same for everyone who trains with him. He has a gift for what he does, and for finding each individual's perfect place. I am going to miss him so much.
What makes it even sadder for me, is that this is one of the few times I have ever experienced someone who seems to so unconditionally believe in me, and who is able to accept me in the very spot I am in. I know that much of this is tied to my own self worth, and the poor choices I have made regarding the people I have allowed into my life. But four months of someone who thinks I can do it is just not enough. It is a sad truth that there is no one else in my life right now (other than myself) who shows me the support that he does. I am very afraid of what may come along with the next trainer. And I am unspeakably sad to have to say goodbye to such an excellent coach.
Well, mama. Just because he is not physically there doesn't mean that you can't have him believing in you. Keep his heart near yours each time you workout. I hope that in some way you can keep in touch with him. It IS hard letting go of people who have greatly influenced our lives. Just take the relationship for what it's worth and grow from your time with him.
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I have had someone very close to me leave my life...my mentor, the ONE person who felt I could conquer the world and its so hard to not have him there anymore...Even though we are still in contact occasionally, its not the same.
Just know that the things he has taught you, the strength and belief he has instilled can be carried with you for the rest of you life...he will always be with you in one way or another.
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Thank you for your kind words. They are greatly appreciated.
I was under the impression that not only was he leaving the gym, but that he was moving to New York. That is not the case. He is leaving the gym, but not the state. He is looking for the next step on his journey, and is not sure where that will be, but is going to let everyone in his classes know where he is going. I was very relieved to hear that news, as were many people in my class. We were all talking about it after class, and almost all of us were crying about it. He cleared up the misunderstanding and set all our minds at ease.
I have to say, I am so glad that it was a misunderstanding, but I am glad that the misunderstanding happened. I gained such an insight into my own life and the people I have allowed into it. Since my divorce, I have been telling myself over and over what I won't deal with in a person. This has made me look at what I do want in a person who is going to be in any part of my life. It's a fantastic perspective.
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We had our last class yesterday, and we all said our "see you laters" and we cried, and cried. Some people have been training with him for over ten years. Every one of us expressed our gratitude to have had the opportunity to train with him. He collected our contact info and has promised to keep in touch.
Monday I will be training with a new coach. If he is half as exceptional as the one we just lost, it will be a blessing. I do fully believe that we will be blessed!
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