There is a belt about 5 degrees north and south of the equator where there are calm, due to the trade winds that meet in this area. For maritime sailors, this could be a nightmare. No wind meant no sailing, and they could be stranded here for long periods of time. This place was known as the doldrums.

We use the phrase “in the doldrums” nowadays to describe when you’re in low spirits or lacking motivation. In other words, when there’s no wind in your sails.

It can be a very frustrating place to be. Everything in your life might be going well, but there just isn’t enough energy to move you along.

And so you either have to wait for the wind to pick up.

Or grab an oar and start paddling.

And hopefully you’ll get out the doldrums soon.

Image is from lunch at Waterkloof this afternoon. How pretty?

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