I know, I know—you clicked on this for a light read, not a lecture. Here’s the fun part: caring about this is actually a hack for a better day. Seriously. Think of it as a free life lesson. Every time you hear about an accident like this, you get a little reminder to slow down.
It’s like when you see a friend burn their hand on a hot pan. You don’t need to burn your hand to know the stove is hot. Same idea. When you read “hit by a train,” your brain gets a free safety demo. You can literally learn from their mistake without suffering the consequences. It’s the ultimate bargain.
The "Waiting at the Crossing" Game
So next time you’re stuck at a railroad crossing, try this little game. Instead of sighing and checking Instagram, just look at the train. Watch those massive wheels roll past. Count the cars. It’s kind of magnificent—a controlled, powerful machine that literally does not care about your schedule.
Now, imagine you’re the person who tried to race it. The train has no brake for you. It’s not personal. It’s physics. That little game of “look at the train” turns a boring wait into a moment of gratitude. You get to wait. You get to go home and complain about the wait to your friends.
