This Picture May Disturb You [Warning]

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Justin's poison ivyI’m not one for fanfare and my wife will tell you God has to work a miracle in order for me to go to the doctor.  When the mirror told me this was the kind of day I was going to have, I knew I had to do something.

Turns out I had poison ivy…in my bloodstream.  Poison ivy spreads by contact with an oil from the plant.  Since it was in my blood, I didn’t even have to scratch my body and it would pop up.  Yeah, not fun, right?

I was actually smiling in this photo by the way.  I was so swollen though, I couldn’t make my face do more than this.

I saw the doctor right away that morning and was back to talking with clients (on the phone) that afternoon.  I even ended up hosting this episode of Coach Radio from my bedroom.  (Boy, I just realized I may have shared too much about poison ivy in that show.  Sorry).

Justin's poison ivySo now I’m back to normal and thinking this situation is similar to life; at least my life at times.

I started a business in 2006 and didn’t know what I was doing.  It took me 12 months to reach out to a coach.  I think that’s weird since I was a coach but still hadn’t hired one myself.

Some of my coaches help people manage their finances. They see people that wait until the last possible moment to reach out for help, like they’re waiting for a miracle to happen first.

What is it about the human spirit that keeps us in comfortable misery?

I need your help.  If you see me struggling and know what I need to do to get help and move on, will you tell me?  Seriously.  I can take it.

For you it may mean hiring a coach.  It might be going to the doctor.  It might be going to church, having a conversation with your friend or family member.

If you need to take that step, will you do it?  What’s stopping you?

Posted on August 12, 2010

  • http://coachradio.tv/ Justin Lukasavige

    It wasn’t so bad James. I just couldn’t open my eyes very far.

  • roborr

    WOW! That's dangerous stuff Justin – glad to see you've rebounded well.

    As far as the coaching thing goes – I'm with you. I definitely need help for sure. Now, to find the resources to do it – that's the hard part.

  • http://coachradio.tv/ Justin Lukasavige

    You bet Rob. The resources are out there and they're everywhere. The
    challenge is finding the best one for you. If you can't choose, I suggest
    trying something. If it's not right, you'll know or you'll get some benefit
    from it until something else comes along.

  • http://twitter.com/randycantrell Randy Cantrell

    I’m suddenly feeling itchy and scratchy. I’m highly allergic to the stuff, but admit I’ve not had a case like that. I can feel for you though. Glad you’re better!

  • http://bluecollarcoaching.net James Dibben

    Oh man, you look so pitiful in that picture. Pure misery!

  • http://coachradio.tv/ Justin Lukasavige

    Thanks Randy, all back to normal. Or as normal as I can be.

  • http://www.leadershipequip.com/ Brent Green

    Ouch….

  • http://www.christopherbrowning.com Christopher Browning

    I’m glad you lost all that weight in your face. I know I joke about you being skinny but don’t take it personal and bulk up on carbs like that.

  • http://bluecollarcoaching.net James Dibben

    On a side note, you do look like Mr. Potato Head!

  • Coach

    That picture make MY face hurt! Glad you’re better.