Into the Wind & Wind at your back

Wind in your face vs wind at your back

Biking has given me the opportunity to think about life's lessons. As we pedal along against the wind, it is easy to feel frustrated. It is tough and seems to be more effort than it's worth. Why am I out here? Life's often undesirable times, like biking in adverse conditions can teach us tenacity and perseverance. Faith is my go to in times like these. We know that life will have its challenges, stresses, hurt feelings, and  unpleasant moments. Biking into the wind reminds me of those times. Luckily, we can remind ourselves that they won't last forever. We know we just have to stick it out and we'll come through. Sometimes, when it doesn't seem like it can get any worse, it does. In biking, that could be a rough highway or a bike issue. Life can throw a second curve ball as well.

Aah, but then we come to the turning point. When we make that slight deviation in our direction and we find that "it's all better now". It's the most splendid feeling. I made it through the tough. All of a sudden, biking is super fun again! In life, the change usually doesn't come so quickly as turning a corner, but still, when you realize you made it, and things are on the upswing, it's a relief beyond words. Often, we think, well that wasn't so bad after all. It's that thought process that can help you hang in there the next time, for we know there will be next time.

Biking and life. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. That quote is on a mug that a friend gave me. True words. There is a lot to keep in balance in life, including faith, family, marriage, work, friends, obligations, exercise, self, and more. We just do our best and keep pedaling.