terrified of hills
I forgot to add this to my last post, but it's another "any suggestions?" thing... I am absolutely terrified of hills. I actually don't mind the uphill climbs. I like that feeling of accomplishment when I get to the top. The problem is, when I get to the top, that means I have to go down. It's exhilarating for a bit, until I realize that I'm still gaining speed. My fear stems from a childhood spill involving me flipping over the handlebars going downhill in a cemetery (ironically, I have no fears of cemeteries) and from a collision I had last summer that involved some fractures. Other than counseling and medication, does anyone have any suggestions for helping me feel more in control and less fearful on downhills? Thanks!!
"The north is too cold,
the west too barren,
the south too hot, and
the east too bloody.
Iowa is just right."
- Old Meskwaki saying