We quickly drive over bridges each day, giving little thought about the bridges themselves. What did it take to create these bridges? How much time and effort went into developing the concept and carrying out construction? Most of them take years, just like the bridges of our lives, playing a meaningful role in the lives of those conceiving and building them. When we bridge the gaps in our lives, we need to adopt the same kind of mindful thought into recognizing the importance of the bridge as we prepare for the other side. Many of our bridges can likewise take considerable time. We cannot merely click through to the next chapter because we inherently undermine the sturdiness of our bridges, remaining ill-prepared to face the challenges that lay on the other side.
It’s only when slowly walking across a bridge that one can sense the true majesty of the incredible effort exerted in creating such a magnificent structure. We appreciate the energy and thought required to connect the two sides. By employing that same kind of mindset to our lives, we can greatly appreciate the importance of the bridge and enjoy the journey of creating it, as we meet new challenges and adventures that await.