Think about it—when was the last time you accidentally discovered a hidden café or a quirky little town? Detours force us off autopilot. Suddenly, you’re not just a driver following a GPS; you’re an explorer navigating real life.
The M11 shutdown between 8 and 9 is a perfect example. Instead of gritting your teeth, why not treat it like a plot twist in your own personal road movie? You’re the hero. The crash is just the inciting incident.
The Silver Lining in the Asphalt
First, you gain time. Not the kind you spend staring at a red brake light. No—you gain bonus time. Pull over safely, grab a coffee from that petrol station you’d normally skip. Chat with the cashier. Notice the sky.
Second, you get a story. No one ever says, “Remember that time I sailed through the M11 without hitting a single cone?” Boring! But “Remember when the M11 closed after that crash and I found the best bacon bap in Bishop’s Stortford?” That is a tale worth telling.
M11 crash: Air ambulance responds to crash involving car and motorcycle
And here’s the funny part: the universe is giving you a nudge. A gentle (or not-so-gentle) reminder that plans are just decorative. The real magic is in the curveball.
