Running Mantras For Life

In ultrarunning, 'Be bothered' means taking a minute to check out that sore toe and stick a plaster on it before things escalate, put on your waterproof jacket when you see storm clouds coming, or get in those extra calories to keep up your physical and mental energy.

- By Damian Hall

It works in non-running life, too: be bothered to check in with your mate who had that bad news; your granny's birthday is around now; and check the measurements of the sofa before you order it (guilty).