By Guest Blogger Kiara Wilson
Motorcycling as a popular pursuit is
already widely-celebrated for its abilities in clearing the mind and relaxing
the soul. The internet is awash with a number of how-to’s, insight pieces and
other-such articles on the subject. Before we get into things I’d like to
inform you that this will not be yet
another blog post on the subject of motorcycling and the ability to reset even
the most stressed out. Instead, let us focus on a new topic; how to enhance the
stress reducing procedure even further.
Some feel pleasure in attaining the biker
look. Panda motorcycle helmet covers, Chippewa motorcycle boots and
tailed jackets are
all good fun after all, but do these
skin-deep pleasures really capture the essence and freedom of a good old
fashioned motorcycle ride? This topic may be suitable for different post
altogether. So for now, I’ll get back on the topic of enhancing your
experience.
For me, there a three methods for improving
a motorcycle ride's potential to clear out the brain box and de-stress from your
day. These are taken from personal experience and taste, you understand. Your
experiences may be completely different. Feel free to make your own statement
below.
#1 – Music
An absolute no-brainer, really. I’ve
consistently discovered that all that’s needed for an extremely pleasant
journey atop a motorcycle, regardless of weather, what you currently ride, or
the amount of stress circulating in your brain at the time, is the right selection of musical accompaniment.
The reason for italicization of the word
“right” in this instance is to imply that the choice of music is subjective. Only
you know the kind of music likely to help you unwind and recharge your faith in
this human circus we live in.
Although professional studies have shown
that classical music is
more beneficial in this capacity than any other genre in helping to
de-stress, I’m not necessarily endorsing this for you. If heavy metal is what
does it for you, then listen to some heavy metal. If you’re heart lays within
the diverse world of funk, blast some James Brown as you belt around the
countryside/city and unwind. Just make sure you choose a set of headphones that
are going to fit inside that novelty skull motorcycle helmet, or was it panda?
#2 Let your mind wonder
There are many aspects to taking a long and
pleasant motorcycle ride. For me, the thing that stands above most others is
the way it can make you feel at one with your surroundings. Unlike travelling
by car, motorcycling exposes you to the elements and provides you with 360
degree sensory experience. When in a car and looking out of a window, it’s as
though you’re looking at a scene from outside- as you would a painting or
movie; when atop a motorcycle however, you become a part of the painting.
With this perspective you will allow your
mind to wonder at its own will. Though it certainly can’t be taught and may
take some time to get there- once you do you’ll struggle to stay off your bike,
even when you’re in good spirits!
#3 Choose your Locations wisely
In my experience the previous two snippets
of advice for de-stressing work only if you incorporate this last piece into
the mix. Choose your next ride carefully, taking into account your own personal
tastes and preferences.
If you’re a city dweller and love nothing
more than a blast around the slip roads and over the bridges of the particular
concrete maze you’re proud to call home, then this is the setting you should
probably shoot for. Similarly, if you’re a bit of a country bumpkin (come on,
admit it) then you’re likely to be happiest, or at least able to attain your
happiest state of mind when surrounding by, well, nothing! It’s worth noting
that sometimes it’s a change of
scenery that works the most wonders in mending an overworked psyche. So that’s
about the long and short of it. Once again, if there’s anything you’d like to
add then please feel free!
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