Said it earlier here; it’s all about your outlook on life.  Found this news report on Laurence Gonzales’ book Deep Survival, which looks at the psychological and spiritual transformation that takes place within people who survive against all odds. Most of these survivors share the same traits.

“These are people who tend to have a view of the world that does not paint them as a victim,” he says. “They’re not whiners who are always complaining about the bad things that are happening to them and expecting to get rescued.” . . .Those who seemed best suited for survival — the strongest or most skilled — were often the first to die off in life-or-death struggles, he says. . . (The ones who make it) survive because they’re humble. They know when to rest, when they shouldn’t try something beyond their capabilities, when it’s wise to be afraid. “Humility can keep you out of trouble,” Gonzales says. “If you go busting into the wilderness with the attitude that you know what’s going on, you’re liable to miss important cues.”

Be humble this September as you start anew.  Watch for clues.