Delays are annoying, sure…but let’s try to see the positive side of them.
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It is quite an exercise as I get very annoyed when I leave work somewhat on time but my plans on coming back somewhat early compared to usual is flawed by things out of my power.
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so maybe it is a control thing:
of course coming late to work is not a pleasant feeling especially when one gets up extra early to make sure they do make it to that particular timing but what can one do about it? Leaving earlier does not necessarily mean you will make it earlier, checking the trains’ status does help but only when the statuses are actually updated…
I simply wish I had more control over this type of situation which brings me back to the beginning of my post.
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Delays are annoying, sure…but let’s try to see the positive side of them.
* If you commute with somebody you know, you can chit chat a tad longer
* You can get coffee-to-go
* You can listen to your ipod
* You can use the time to check your emails…
* You can observe people and see how they get annoyed
* You can day dream
Plus let’s face it: being stuck in traffic jam can be more stressful, yes you are in control but control does not mean it’s solving the issue…
Does it mean that I will be less annoyed next time there is delay?
Probably not but when I see the sign “Delay” (here note the emphasis on Delay…not cancellation, it may make me smile…)
Elodie Nowodazkij 