Wintertime tests more than just patience
I think wintertime was designed as a test. If you can make it through the cold / dark part of the year, you can certainly make it through the spring / summer / fall.
My inclination during winter is to just stay inside and wait for spring, but I’ve learned lately that passing winters tests can give you the confidence to CRUSH summer. Particular tests I’ve passed during cycle commuting have taught me to plan ahead and push through pain. I feel like I’ve tested my limits in the cold (down to 17 degrees) and don’t fear the cold nearly as much. I’m also a much better cyclist in the dark.
So, I’m no longer going to be thumbing through the San Diego rentals during the winter. I’ll be devising (and passing) tests that will help me know more about my limits. You should do the same.