The last couple of years I’ve really stepped out of MY COMFORT ZONE. And I’m so much happier for it.
I went on a work leadership program a few years ago – and me being an introvert, it’s very out of my comfort zone to go on a 3-day program, and share.
Sharing my thoughts on my strengths, and volunteering information on my weaknesses. I wasn’t forced to go, and knowing how incredibly out of my comfort zone this would be, I knew I had to do it for my growth!
This program taught us that whatever position you’re in, you can make a difference – you can be a leader. The empowerment that program provided, was pretty amazing. Ever since that program, I’ve been exercising what I learned. In time I’ve gone for promotions and scored a new amazing job that I love, where I am able to exercise my leadership skills even more. Don’t get me wrong, this job is incredibly hard. But it is a great job, and I get so much fulfillment out of my hard work.
I know how incredibly difficult it is to do something so foreign to what you’re used to. But, to evolve and grow we MUST do it.
When I first got my dog Alby, I walked him to streets and nearby parks in my neighborhood that I had never been to before. Something as small as that opened up my horizons. I felt more confident going to new places. Before that, I would never venture out into my neighborhood.
An inspiring woman I worked with was leaving, and I decided I would do a speech. For me, that’s something I would never put my hand up for. But, I care about her so much and felt like I had to honor her by speaking at her farewell. So, I wrote down my speech, and it was so easy to write because the words just flowed (I do love writing). And, I read out the speech and did it with confidence, and I felt SO GOOD after that! I felt the fear and did it anyway!
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For the past few years, I’ve really pushed past my boundaries. I went rock-climbing recently, and I was SO scared the higher I got. But I thought, just a few more. Just one more. Then, okay, I’m this far now, I might as well go all the way!
This is how we fight the fear. This is how we become stronger. It’s not easy. But one small step at a time, we can do it!
I have always prayed about this, and God has shown me the way. He is truly amazing! 🙂
If there was ever anything that seemed scary, or too out of depth for me, I would bring it to God’s attention by praying about it. I’d write to Him in my journal, or as I’d be thinking about it, I’d say – ‘God, please help me with this. I’m finding this so hard.’ And, the answers have always come. Little signs and opportunities would come my way.
Feeling so blessed!
I would love to know about any times you have stepped out of your comfort zone. Do you ever pray to God for strength? I would LOVE to hear from you 🙂 Please message me below, or send me an email to [email protected]
Lots of love!
J
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I totally agree! I’m the same, I would much rather be introverted and stay at home blogging or reading. But going out and doing things and saying yes to things I normally wouldn’t say yes to has helped me to really grow. Thanks for sharing this, it takes courage to write posts like these!! Maadhi xx
Thank you lovely! It’s great to hear I’m not the only one that’s introverted and inclined to stay at home – just need to push myself to get out there and do different things. I always come home feeling so happy, when I do it! I feel most inspired when I’m out exploring.
Joelyne xoxo