# @emmajanelbates on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CyquBUkLF1F
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/9453036-emmajanelbates-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-10-21T16:25:25.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Emma Bates (@emmajanelbates) — https://gondola.cc/emmajanelbates

## Caption

Chicago Marathon Race Recap, Part 6:

When things feel out of my control, I try to recenter myself. I try to let things around me fade away and find my zen.

How I do that: Mindfulness

1. I first put the blinders on and focus on me and me alone.
2. I concentrate on each breath. In and out, in and out.
3. I put emphasis on my arms, making sure they are in rhythm with one another.
4. I pay attention to each footstep. What it feels like and the ground beneath me.
5. I think about the wind on my face. The sensation of it. The coolness of it.

By focusing on these details of my body, I am able to tune out distractions.
It never fails to give me the mental clarity I need and once I finally find myself again, I am able to notice all the wonderful things happening around me.

During Chicago, I was made aware of all the fans and support that had showed out. I started to realize how many cheers were being directed my way. 
I have my last name “Bates” on the front of my bib, but people were cheering “Emma!” left and right. 
I noticed signs that were written just for me
🪧 “Beer for Bates”
🪧 “Yay Emma Bates”

I started to choke up. 
Are you serious right now? All these people know me? Support me? Want to give me beer?!

I couldn’t stop smiling from ear to ear.

#soundmindsoundbody #runhardhavefun

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