Journal of today’s activities:

Several months ago, my friend Justin Paperny recommended that I listen to audiobooks. Since then I’ve purchased a number of books that I listen to while I run. Listening to business authors and speakers assists with my work. Later this week I will lead my second eight-hour workshop in San Jose. Preparing for those seminars takes a lot of time, as it’s essential that I stay in control of the entire session. By listening to these audiobooks, I feel as though I’m making the best use of my time when I’m out running long distances. I also listen while I’m driving. I appreciate these opportunities to stay busy, always working toward the goals I set for myself.

• Days since my release from 26 years in federal prison: 244
• Miles run today: 16
• Miles run this week: 16
• Miles run this month: 100.24
• Miles run in 2014: 836.25
• Miles I need to run to reach my 2,400-mile running goal for 2014:
• Number of miles I’m ahead of schedule or behind schedule: 159.54
• Today’s Weight: 167