tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post2389716403515732670..comments2024-03-27T15:04:18.521-05:00Comments on Guitar Ted Productions: Trans Iowa v12: Stop This GameGuitar Tedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10960580677548417562noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post-51816488486340082002016-05-05T11:33:41.697-05:002016-05-05T11:33:41.697-05:00@Banger: Hey, thanks for those heartfelt and consi...@Banger: Hey, thanks for those heartfelt and considerate comments. That is the stuff that keeps me going, to be honest with you.<br /><br />It would appear that perhaps we both have perfectionist issues, yes? That's what it was regarding the cue sheets from my perspective- something wasn't perfect, and that falls short of my personal expectations. thank you for being so cool about that, by the way. I am honored to have had you ride in the event. Thanks!!Guitar Tedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10960580677548417562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post-53021143233434052016-05-05T10:59:27.003-05:002016-05-05T10:59:27.003-05:00I was the one who surprisingly didn't have all...I was the one who surprisingly didn't have all his cue sheets after check point one and it was no big deal! It just added to the adventure, forced me to slow down and meet some cool people. It wasn't drama for me and it gave me another chapter of such an exceptional story! Everything about this event was exceptional, especially your work and the passion of the volunteers. I am so thankful you shared your vision with me, and while my dad didn't ride it was an exceptional bonding experience. The concept of #unlearnpavent is more than the surface. My legs were strong enough to finish hours earlier and I beat myself up after for why I decided to take a nap, for not checking my cues, for trying to ride away from a group and then get lost (without cues) - lots I could have done differently and finding myself angry for my decisions. But I got to ride my bike, practice my zombie apocalypse skills by following tracks, bond with my father, take a nap and still finish, get a breakfast burrito at a store that wasn't open for the other finishers and meet some great people. From that perspective, I took first place. I won. But then I kick myself for letting 20 people pass me while I slept, which wasn't something I needed to do to finish. It was strictly a safety decision I made because I had time in the bank. It's hard to let go of that mindset, the drive to perfection, to have done better. But this event was perfect, whole and complete as it was. It impacted my life in a positive way and I want to thank both you as he volunteers for allowing that. I hope to see you again!Bangerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17688335652811706776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post-71854025852531432152016-04-30T18:28:54.635-05:002016-04-30T18:28:54.635-05:00Thanks everyone. I hadn't considered that ther...Thanks everyone. I hadn't considered that there was such a thing as PPD. It makes things, maybe this sounds strange, but it makes it easier to know that I am not an "odd duck" out here. Thanks for that realization which is helping me work this out.Guitar Tedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10960580677548417562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post-54905328681774384792016-04-30T09:14:55.429-05:002016-04-30T09:14:55.429-05:00Thanks for taking the time this week to converse w...Thanks for taking the time this week to converse with me offline about this, in what was surely a difficult week for you. Sorry to hear about the loss of your grandmother.<br />I know a thing or three about post event depression. It happens to me after every race, in varying degrees. The worse the sleep deprivation, the worse I feel and the longer it takes to recover. As a race director, you get no sleep either and you have all of the stress associated with the event as well. I'm not surprised to hear that it hits you too. <br />Hang in there GT. All the best to you and your family.<br />Sarah Coopercoop6https://www.blogger.com/profile/01305161737363286551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post-34926414351640544132016-04-30T07:19:54.570-05:002016-04-30T07:19:54.570-05:00Condolences on the loss of your Grandmother.
PPD ...Condolences on the loss of your Grandmother.<br /><br />PPD (post project depression) is real. I think just about any race director or event director can relate. In my own circumstance, whether from directing a race, a series, directing or performing in an opera, a big project or event, etc.. that post event let down can be a whammy to deal with and work through in the subsequent days/weeks/months.<br /><br />I've read lots of "stuff" about it, how to handle it, and what not over the years. As you state, you are well aware of it and it's something others may not even know you are experiencing. Reading your blog post today rang a bell. I thought I would respond since you said it so well and put it out there for consideration. <br /><br />In reading your post Trans Iowa reports, you always seem to go through the normal steps to work through it, but as we know - that doesn't lessen the PPD with each subsequent year. Every year is different, and the speed we reorganize, relax and recover, reward ourselves, reconnect with family, rediscover ourselves all take on their own unique pace and outcome.<br /><br />http://www.eventmanagerblog.com/battle-post-event-depression<br /><br />Could be a worthy topic of panel discussion if there is ever another Race Director's Summit at Bike Expo (such as the one that IBRA sponsored this year). <br /><br />All the best at working through the PPD this time around. You rang the bell for many of us that understand how you are feeling. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />BBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15175134318927287110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post-52585624540917236742016-04-30T04:55:57.653-05:002016-04-30T04:55:57.653-05:00First, my condolences on the passing of your grand...First, my condolences on the passing of your grandmother. I want to share a few thoughts about your post, GT. I hope I'm not speaking out of turn as I don't have a "dog in this fight", nor will I ever; but I do enjoy gravel bicycling and following gravel riding and racing. I appreciate your transparency in sharing your deep feelings about the whole Trans Iowa experience as it effects you. Transparency is a term oft tossed about these days. Many times I question the sincerity of the user of the term. It is apparent, you're obviously quite sincere. As someone who also fights those "demons", depression is a very real thing and not something you can just snap yourself out of. Be patient with yourself and look forward to rest, time with your family, and feeling better. If you decide V12 is the last Trans Iowa, I don't think anyone could blame you. It appears overall the event was a resounding success and, if it is your decision, a good one to go out on. graveldochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735646900935591880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12831567.post-79078071660981156592016-04-30T04:44:04.267-05:002016-04-30T04:44:04.267-05:00As "they" say, the struggle is real. Th...As "they" say, the struggle is real. The events I've put on pale in comparison to the Trans Iowa but I get it.<br />After each event I tell myself the stress and sleepless nights aren't worth it and I'm done. I've passed one race off to another individual but still have my hands in another. In a wierd way I kind of like it too. Plus the whole "time heals" thing helps.<br />Selfishly I hope you continue as I still have a score to settle with Trans Iowa but I fully understand if you step back.<br />Happy Riding!<br />BenBenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17445571969047082055noreply@blogger.com