“To reach a port, we must sail—Sail, not tie at anchor—Sail, not drift.”
Franklin Roosevelt
A sailboat is propelled by the wind rather than by gasoline and a motor. On days when the winds are weak, sailors sometimes become frustrated by the slow speed and lack of progress toward their destination. The process of sailing requires education, practice, and skill. While learning these sailing skills, beginning sailors often find that their boats do not go in the right direction and may not seem to move much at all. Once the sailing skills are learned, experienced sailors can make progress even in low wind conditions.
Life is much like a sailboat ride. Many people become frustrated when attempting to reach goals because they have not yet learned the skills needed to “sail” through each challenge. Many people are “tying” their own anchors without realizing it. Others are simply waiting for a strong wind to push them along while they continue to drift through life.
Think about the goals you are trying to achieve. What are you doing to tie your own anchor? What can you do to propel your sailboat while you wait for the wind to pick up? If you are feeling stuck in an important area of your life, consider talking with a psychologist or professional counselor. Whether you are struggling with work, relationships, family, or school difficulties, you do not have to attempt to sail through these difficulties all on your own.