Windshield or bug—life throws you into both roles. Which one you are today doesn’t matter; how you face the hits and keep moving forward matters.
Life isn’t some smooth Sunday drive with the windows down and your favorite playlist cranked. It’s a damn war zone, a battlefield where you’re either the windshield or the bug. And trust me, you don’t get to pick which one you’ll be every day. That’s the raw truth no one likes to admit. Some days, you’re cruising. The sun’s hitting just right. Your confidence is bulletproof, and every obstacle in your path? Just a little smear on the glass wiped clean without a second glance. That’s the glory of being the windshield—untouchable, unstoppable, owning the road like it was made for you.
But then, out of nowhere, life flips the script. WHAM. You’re no longer the windshield. You’re the bug, splattered across the glass of someone else’s forward momentum. Let that sink in. It’s not just a little nudge off course—it’s a full-blown, in-your-face wake-up call, the kind that leaves you gasping for air and questioning every choice you’ve ever made. And yeah, it’s ugly. It’s painful. It feels like the universe has its boot on your neck, and you’re left staring at the cracks in the glass, wondering how you even got here.
But here’s the thing no one tells you: being the bug isn’t the end. It’s not your story’s climax—it’s the damn prologue. Every splat, hard hit, and humiliating fall is just the start of something bigger if you have the guts to make it so. You can sit there, pressed against the glass, letting the world roll on without you. Or you can peel yourself off that windshield, piece by piece, grit your teeth, and claw your way back into the fight because guess what? That’s where the real magic happens.
You’re forced to face the rawest, ugliest parts of yourself when you’re the bug. That’s where you learn what you’re made of. Resilience isn’t forged in the good times. It’s born when you’re down so low you can taste the asphalt. That’s where you dig deep and find the fuel that burns hotter than any setback. It’s not about being untouchable; it’s about being unbreakable. You take the hit, and you bounce back harder.
Now, let’s talk about the flip side—being the windshield. Yeah, it feels good. Hell, it feels great. You’re plowing through obstacles, barely noticing the bugs you’re crushing along the way. You’re on top of the world, and nothing can touch you. But here’s the warning: don’t let the power go to your head. Stay humble. Stay sharp. The second you start coasting, life’s got a funny way of flipping that script again. One moment, you’re the king of the road; the next, you’re flying face-first into the grind.
So what’s the takeaway here? Whether you’re the windshield or the bug, it’s all temporary. The only constant in this chaos is how you show up. When you’re flying high, enjoy it, but don’t take it for granted. And when you’re flattened against the glass, remember it’s not your final chapter—it’s your launchpad. Those who survive aren’t the ones who never get hit; they’re the ones who learn to roll with the punches, adapt, and come back stronger.
If you’re feeling like the bug right now—stuck, defeated, crushed under the weight of life—listen up. You’re not alone. Every single person you look up to, every success story you admire, every windshield you wish you could be, has been the bug. They’ve been right where you are, and the only thing that separates them from the rest is what they did next. They didn’t let the splatter define them. They got back up.
And let’s get real for a second: even when you’re the windshield, you’re still vulnerable. One rock, one misstep, one unexpected twist, and you’re cracked. You can’t escape life’s hits, but you can decide how you’ll handle them. Will you crumble under the pressure, or will you reinforce your glass, turn those cracks into battle scars, and keep rolling forward?
Here’s the truth, raw and unfiltered: life doesn’t care about your feelings. It’ll hit you hard, and keep moving. But it’s not about what happens to you but what you do with it. Will you let a little splatter take you out of the game, or will you use it as fuel to push harder, aim higher, and fly farther?
The road ahead is unpredictable. Some days, you’ll be soaring; others, scraping yourself off the glass. But that’s the beauty of it. Whether you’re the windshield or the bug, every moment is a chance to learn, grow, and prove to yourself and the world that you’re not done yet.
So buckle up because this ride isn’t for the faint of heart. Be the windshield when you can, but don’t fear being the bug. Both roles teach you something. Both roles make you stronger. And at the end of the day, it’s not about avoiding the hits—it’s about taking them, surviving them, and coming back for more.
Your story isn’t over. You’re still in the fight, whether you’re soaring through the sky or peeling yourself off the glass. And as long as you’re still in the fight, you’ve got a shot. So go out there and own it. Be the windshield, embrace the bug moments, and keep moving forward. Life doesn’t wait, and neither should you.
Stay disciplined. Stay resilient.
Jim Lunsford
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