The world we live in can be a scary place. Open a newspaper, skim a newsfeed, or watch
television for more than a few minutes and you’re bombarded with stories of
just how terrible things really are…crime and conflict are rampant, death and
decay are everywhere, no one is safe from evil doers. It seems for every positive headline or story
there are a hundred that are negative.
It makes you wonder how anyone ever makes it out of bed. It’s just sad. Surely, there’s a way out of this proverbial darkness?
It ain't a pony but it'll make you smile |
So, how do we carry on when the world around us is going to
hell in a hand-basket? The second boy
had the answer. We need to pull out our
shovels and start shoveling. We might
not be able to control much but we can control our attitude and outlook. We can choose to look for the pony. I think most motorcycle riders do this instinctively. As riders, we don’t dwell on the risks and
dangers of riding. If we did, we’d likely be paralyzed by fear. Instead, we focus on the positives…the overwhelming
sense of freedom and sheer exhilaration we experience when tearing up the
twisties or eating up the miles on a deserted stretch of highway. We need to nurture this instinct and apply it
to all aspects of our life.
Need an attitude adjustment? Ride |
Will you look for the pony?
I sincerely hope that you LiveFree, Ride Hard, Be Happy and shovel, shovel, shovel.
Great post Chris.
ReplyDeleteI'm always looking for the pony. Years ago I made a conscience decision to be happy and sometimes it will drive people nuts when I am always seeing the silver lining in a situation and I'm perpetually perky, but life is too short to be grumpy.
Trobairitz,
ReplyDeleteI think that's great. The world needs more people who see the glass as half full rather than half empty. Life is too short. Keep shoveling sister!
~Curt
Chris,
ReplyDeleteNice article! Gives me something to consider today.
I think a major part of this is how we approach life. Are we worried? Or generally optimistic? I think we all sway between those two views, and ebb and flow. "What am I today?" is the better question.
Today I will find the good.
Smooches,
Sash
Sash - The Rude Biker Chick
Tina, you're right we all have good and bad days. What's important is that we recognize this and work to have a positive attitude and outlook. I know that riding helps me stay positive.
DeleteI am kinda down now though because both you and Trobairitz called me Chris :-( Seriously though, no worries...I'm sure with all the blogs you guys follow it's hard to keep up. :-)
Cheers,
Curt