# 60. How to Make Peace with What You Can't Control

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Podcast: [Unstoppable Ultra Runner](https://stenobird.com/podcast/unstoppable-ultra-runner-7312953)
Published: 2026-06-03T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.susanidonnelly.com/60
Audio file: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c05ce93d-4b42-404f-80d3-dfa922b8e043.mp3
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## Resource

Six years ago, a surgeon told me I had only two years of running left before I would need a hip replacement. In an instant, the future I had imagined for myself as an ultra runner disappeared. What followed was six years of fear, grief, frustration, uncertainty, and countless moments when I wished things were different. I wanted a different outcome. I wanted a different reality. What helped me through wasn't avoiding that reality, it was learning how to accept it and keep moving forward anyway. In this episode, I share the three mental mastery tools that helped me face an uncertain future, make difficult decisions, and find peace with a situation I never would have chosen. Whether you’re dealing with an injury, a race that didn’t go as planned, or a challenge completely outside of running, these lessons will show you how to move forward when life refuses to cooperate. For full show notes, transcript PDF, and more information, visit https://susanidonnelly.com/60 Connect with Susan: Instagram: instagram.com/susanidonnelly Facebook: facebook.com/susanidonnelly Mentioned in this episode: Introducing: 1:1 Mental Mastery Coaching for Ultrarunners My 1:1 Mental Mastery Coaching for Ultrarunners is a six-month coaching program where we build the mental skills experienced ultrarunners use to handle difficult races well. If you’re ready to stop repeating the same mental patterns in your races and start developing the mindset that lets your training show up when it matters most, I’d love to talk with you. Schedule a free consultation call with me here: unstoppable-ultra-runner.captivate.fm/book-a-call Click here to book your free consult call!

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