J.R. Johnson

If there’s one thing I frequently excel at, it’s doing things badly. And I don’t mean this in a negative way.

I find something really enjoyable about just muddling through low-stakes activities, because for me at least, it’s clear that it’s all about fun. If it’s something I’ve never tried before, I’m not going to be great right off the bat. And I’m not there to win prizes, head off to the Olympics, or generally ratchet up expectations to the point of stress. It’s a temporary retreat to childhood with many of the perks and few of the perils.

For example, we’re going snowshoeing today and I fully expect to be terrible at it. And that’s okay!

With any luck, a good time will be had even as I fall, get snow in my mittens, and laugh hysterically while generally have a blast.

Here’s hoping you have a good day too!

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