Get That Chimp Off My Shoulder

Have you ever been out riding with your club and you think you're in for a quiet spin until unexpectedly the 'keen quick one' rolls up. I've spoken in the past  of how the dynamics of a ride can change dramatically depending on who you are out with and this Thursday's club ride was a typical example.

What frustrates me most, however, is how quick I am to convince myself that it's going to be tough and I'll never keep up, so why bother even trying. It's like that inner chimp of mine, just sitting there on my shoulder, chattering negativity into my ear! It's become a little comical to be honest but I do just hate getting dropped!

Get That Chimp Off My Shoulder

So, perhaps that's going to have to be my 2016 New Year's Resolution .. to get that chimp off my shoulder!