When "X" no longer defines you.

[pdonk]

As per the weught loss thread I am going through a drawn out illness that is likely going to have long term impact on how I define myself as a person.

Specifically, due to the muscle loss and a few other things I probably won't be able to ride this year. Riding my bike has been a constant defining part of me for nearly 35 years. From mountain biking to sitting on boards of directors and city committee to road riding people have always thought of me and know me as someone who rides and likes bikes.

That is going to change, not sure how I'll define myself and how others will see me.

Has this happened to you, and what did you do to help (re)define yourself?