An opposite is always possible

Take any situation.  

Recognise positive or negative aspects. 

Hold these, but always simultaneously recognise the possibility of the opposite aspect (a positive if a negative, or a negative if a positive). 

Be aware of this ‘opposite’, and it’s possibility. Remember, never close your mind to anything, if it can be comprehended, it is possible. Likelihood may be near-impossible, but as long as the rational concept exists somewhere, it’s chance always exists.

I used to spend hours alone, whilst cycling, pondering these ‘opposites’. I was in love. I loved cycling so much, it did used to panic me. I raced, only once ‘officially’. I soon realised that such competition was not for me. I was so used to only racing against myself! Amongst others, once I was first to the top of a climb, what would I do?

I could easily recognise, that physiologically, certain bodies are suited to different types of cycling. Climbing was for me, flat, windy stretches, were not!

So, I would ride alone. Unfortunately I knew that a ‘negative’ was due. Personal fitness, competition, friends, employment, rational logic, design, it gave me everything, but surely there must be a downside?...

When I awoke in hospital, I was sad for obvious reasons, but quite content that my mentality had been proved correct! Mentally, I had prepared for this. There were no surprises.

I am quite able to close ‘that door’, now. I will always love the activity, I cycle on a static bike now, at home. Whilst obviously being the only sort ‘physically possible’, I am able to realise that many key positive aspects remain! Many lost, but many remain! 

The red 'Saeco cap' is worn, whenever training hard on my 'home gym-bike'.

This blue 'Campagnolo musette' is always carried with me, about my wheelchair, holding book, iPad, Coffee, or whatever!