A renewed faith
I made my way to the gym tonight for a 6:30 spin class. Due to the popularity of this instructor, it is necessary to arrive at least 30 minutes before the class starts to get a bike. Following the rush hour commute, the parking procedure and the slow elevator (that I curse every time I work out), I arrived close to 6:00 and rushed to get organized and up to the change room. I was relieved to get a bike and for next 90 minutes I focused on my workout. The instructor tells me that it’s all about setting an intent for the class.
Following a good sweat and a few moments in the sauna I made my way down to my car. I was shocked to find my trunk unlocked and open. I had been in automatic and popped my trunk as I do daily when I get home. Not such a big deal if my snow scraper and rollerblades were the only items in there, but my computer, a few files and my wallet were all accessible. I held my breath, opened the truck and I was SO relieved to discover that everything was there. (I think I may have even thanked God)
I took this moment to contemplate what could have happened. Had my personal belongings been stolen, I likely would have blamed the dishonest thieves who attend that gym and I would have been on the defensive everytime I went back even though it was my wrongdoing. While the outcome of the situation could have been much different, I speculated losing control of the situation and my behaviours. It certainly was a Mussar moment. For more on Mussar (Jewish Ethics), check out the All About Me section of RachaelsCentre.org.
All About Me
Tags: behaviour, Jewish Ethics, Mussar