Uncertainty is like dental pain. The fear of what may come never seems to be as bad as the pain itself. Nobody likes uncertainty, but a story about, of all things, shelf building provides a simple solution to coping with the unknown.
Rather than wring our hands, and retreat in worry, we can battle uncertainty with meaningful tasks. These tasks can take on all shapes and sizes, but to be sure, they become critical in helping us to cope with doubt. A story from my father, Lee Jolles, provides a wonderful backdrop to a simple solution to uncertain times.