Sometimes in life we see opportunity coming like a wave of success. Like surfing we seize the moment, drop-in and catch the wave. We are stoked because the ride is exhilarating and for that moment we feel like we have found our sweet spot.
Without warning, the wave changes and we wipeout as it all comes crashing down around us.
Then we have two options. Give up and become a spectator, or head back out for another attempt. Catching another wave will take effort, time and patience. Like most things there will be an element of being in the right place at the right time.
But at least you will again get to enjoy a few moments of exhilaration that those who merely watch from pier will never experience.