In article , Dave
wrote:
I thought it might be something to do with high wing vs. low wing and the
relative perspective of the ground from the pilots seat looking down. Since
I began flying a PA22 I know its is not that. Its down to the door and the
security of a "solid" surface on my left.

You need to get some Cub/Husky time.
Better yet, take the door off your Piper and fly from the right seat.
You do wear your seat belt, don't you?