With or against the traffic

When you go running on the road, your choice is simple: run with the traffic or against it. Running with the traffic feels like the logical option. You are moving in the same direction, yet that is it in its entirety. You are in the flow. Are we in sync since vehicles are faster and bigger? When you run against the traffic, you have a completely different perspective. You are aware of the openness, potential issues of errant drivers and can quickly pivot to avoid potential danger. Why is it that we are all so often intent on ‘going with the flow.’ We believe it is simpler and more effective.  If we are looking to create a favorable impact, it bodes well for us to see what is coming the other way and not ignore it. If we do, we may only realize it when it is too late. Try going against the movement and realize opportunities that unfold and how more aware you are of potential challenges. At the very least, do so if you go running.