Wild pheasants & turkeys are out and about, so why not chickens? That's how I look at it. Mine free range everyday. I open the coop and let them out and close them in every night. It's their option and they always choose to go out scratchin'. They're happy and continue to produce for me.
God grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change;
The Courage to change the things I can;
and the Wisdom to know the difference!
Use it like a Tool! Dissect the scenario; make some choices & keep moving!
It only has to work for today! Tomorrow will bring new challenges.