Enjoying the ride

(picture by toastforbrekkie)

You can't listen to someone talk about starting a company without them using the word "rollercoaster".  You have the highest highs and the lowest lows.  In comparison, working for a large aerospace corporation was a pretty steady and stable ride.

But it's not just starting a company.  Life is filled with roller coaster highs and lows.  I often find myself thinking, "let's just get through this, then things will calm down".  First it was graduate school, then it was working for that big promotion, and now it's starting a company.

The problem is there is always another "next thing" just around the corner to get through.  Especially with kids.  "I can't wait till she grows out of this stage" - Well another "stage" is right around the corner.

The hard part is enjoying the ride for what it is, and not just "holding on until the ride comes to a complete stop".  Because if you do things right, it's all just one big long ride. Showing gratitude for the everyday things is a great way to enjoy the ride.

Easier said than done.  What are your tips for enjoying the ride?