We tend to only notice the bad ones. Injuries. Death. A stroke of terrible luck.

But we’re surrounded by plenty of good accidents as well. And often, we neglect them for these grim ones.

To be born where we were. To have had the parents we had. To be able to read and imagine. To have friends to connect and laugh with. These are all accidents with amazingly good outcomes.

A few days ago, I landed a new job. It’s one I’m excited for as it’s related to my interest in oncology, has many learning opportunities and pays well.

It’s also one that resulted from the most absurd circumstances, involving me moving from Perth to Melbourne, taking a gap year, meeting my partner, and having my clinical placement at one particular hospital.

There are many accidents we could rage at. But also many to be thankful for.