i have been on our fishing boat at times when sudden changes of circumstances, tide, ocean topography, wind, current, etc. shift and we find ourselves in very rough seas. it's terrifying. up and down stop making sense because you're getting swirled around and turned sideways. you trust in the engine and the rudder because that's all that stands between you and capsizing: your forward momentum and ability to set direction. this is why we rely on a culture of repair