Not only exciting descents, but also arduous climbs. Don't consider them as an obstacles and facilities. There are just part of the journey.
By abstaining from desires people gain toolboxes to fix their lifes. The problem is, most of them try to hammer nails with a screwdriver...
Gaining physical strength is a great way to show self-respect, but by clearing your mind you can express your presence on a different level.
You recall that feeling when someone is truly happy and you're feeling the same just because of that?