My wife is not prone to anxiety (a medical condition)... although she can be a bit of a worrier. We have discussed the dangers involved with cycling. I explained the low risk-serious consequences.... I don't think she fully grasped the idea. So then.... I reminded her I will most certainly die.

Because of my age... the odds of my passing in the next few years are really pretty good. Since most people do understand that death is inevitable that may be a good place to start. Lots of military, police, fire fighters face much greater risks... no matter how they get to work. Once people pause long enough to remember that life is temporary.... making the most of the brief time each of us have makes good sense.

The old saying about the reason we pray before meals.... is because it is to remind us that we are mere mortals. We must practice many ritual routines like eating and sleeping.... just to stay alive. Tell your loved ones that you are doing all the stuff you need to do to stay alive.... and enjoy your life.

Worrying is a sign of love. When she says, "do what you want, I don't care", then you know you're in real trouble.

My wife worries, particularly when we have a conversation with friends about "how dangerous cycling is" or crazy drivers, etc. That said she has still always been VERY supportive about me riding to work as the health benefits generally outweigh the relatively low risk.

I was very concerned at her reaction when I had my first crash a couple days ago, winding up with me spending a few hours at urgent care. She was concerned, but didn't seem to change her thoughts to me biking (or she held it in). She did ask if I would still ride. I said yes, once I am healed, and at some point something like this may happen again, but maybe not for a long time. SHe didn't snow concern about that response.

I try to ease her concerns by taking appropriate safety measures with viability, taking a safe route, etc. My rides are all saved on Strava, so she can see when I arrive safe. I have debated a live update app at some point as well.

I also use a Garmin 510, with live tracking that's emailed to my wife. I also discuss/text my intended route(s) prior, and she's pretty familiar with my popular rides, since she's been along for a few of them.

We have also done 'recon' together, on proposed routes while in the car.

I used to ride and commute by motorcycle for many years, so I guess this additional TWO Wheeled addiction is nothing new to her...