Day 68–72
I’ve officially passed the halfway mark of this 143-day barefoot walking practice. Day 72 of 143.
This past week was exceptionally busy at Wutai Shan, with packed public Sound Meditation sessions, full small-group sessions, a large group of short-term monastics staying for the week, and a constant stream of visitors coming through the gates. With so much happening, I simply didn’t spend as much time walking as I had hoped, and I’ve fallen behind the pace I need to maintain for my goal.
Now that I’m halfway through, it’s time to make up some ground. This week I’ll be pushing myself toward longer distances and challenging myself to set some new personal bests, although I still have a few busy days ahead at Wutai Shan.
Day 68: 16,000 steps • 10 km
Day 69: 26,000 steps • 20 km
Day 70: 4,000 steps • 3 km
Day 71: 7,000 steps • 5 km
Day 72: 14,000 steps • 10 km
Cumulative Total (Days 1–72)
1,619,000 steps • 1,104 km of 2,600 km
Halfway through the time, but not halfway through the journey. There are still 72 days ahead, and plenty of kilometres to walk.
May every step awaken the heart.
May every mile cultivate peace.
May all beings be joyful. 🙏