There are many patterns of this world we aren’t always aware we’re even conforming to, because we may just believe, that’s just the way to do things or why else would “everyone” else be doing it? Trust, NOT everyone else is. There are always other options that most people have not conformed to yet, but they are good options nonetheless.

Some benefits of public transportation include:

- More affordable (you don’t have to pay for gas, car insurance, and vehicle maintenance)

- Environmentally Friendly (smaller carbon footprint)

- Healthier (walking to and from the bus stop is good for your heart and your bones and develops muscles, too)

- More Sociable (you can meet new people who share the same bus/train/taxi/Uber/Lyft, etc. - something that can not be done alone in the car)

- You can call and text while someone else is at the wheel

- You can use the time on public transport to catch up on homework, reading, relaxing with a magazine, etc. (Plus, most have free WiFi, too, so if you want/need to use the internet, you won’t have to waste your data)

- You won’t be conforming to one of the patterns of this world!!! Best perk of all!

Transportation is just one example of conforming to the patterns of this world. Please let this post serve to open the eyes of your heart and your mind to think about other patterns that you’ve fallen into, and start searching for alternative options. Yes, it isn’t easy to go against the grain (especially at first), but if you persevere, you’ll not only become more comfortable with your new way of life, but you will also be able to enjoy the added benefits you’ll gain by not doing things simply because everyone else is doing it.