Any time I have heard someone talking about “getting out of your comfort zone”, it has been prefaced with the assumption that it was going to be a very uncomfortable, if not outright painful experience. Who in their right mind would inflict pain on themselves?? With no guarantee that the experience will end well, I was personally not too excited about moving myself beyond anything that I was still obviously more comfortable with, even if it was not the best thing for me.
In some cases, what is lumped into that “comfort zone” is not really all that comfortable, and can actually be detrimental and unsafe for you in the long run. So how can we stop resisting the changes that can take us to the next level in every area of our lives, and allow us to create and enjoy all the wonderful experiences we deserve?
Let me tell you about something I recently discovered. I met my soul brother on Facebook last year. (I call him that because I feel like we have known each other forever, and are way closer than any friends I have!) He is absolutely amazing. So much energy, so much love, so much charisma and spunk and fire with an incredible joy and appreciation for life! He is one of those people who is changing the world in some pretty wonderful ways. I get excited at the things he posts online, and the stuff we talk about. His energy is contagious, and always puts me in the best moods. I have often logged on first thing in the morning to get my “daily dose of inspiration” from his Facebook wall, before beginning my day. When I do that, everything just seems to fall into place. I then have the courage to do some things I didn’t think I could do, or wanted to do. Simply knowing him makes me want to be a better person….
And there it is.
I’m not in any pain, it’s not as scary as I thought, since I know I have the support and friendship of someone who will be there to encourage me and cheer me on, without expectation.
When you are supported, and motivated, and encouraged, and know that you cannot fail (“There is no failure, only feedback”)….that makes “stepping out” totally fun! You want to do it, you want to stretch yourself, you want to become more, and give more, and love more. Opportunities present themselves more often, and they are a pleasure to accept and experience and grow with!
You have had these experiences before. Recall at least one time, right now, when you were totally inspired to do something you had never done before. You felt the nervousness of it, and were actually excited to do it! See it, hear it, feel it, remember everything you can about that event.
This is just an example of what’s possible when you can relax into change. Understand that change can be a good thing – and ultimately is (even when it doesn’t seem like it at the time). There is no need to force it. Change is much easier when you feel inspired, supported and not judged.
And while my soul brother has inspired me to incredible heights, I also realize that the best person to get inspiration, support and self acceptance from is myself. You are the one in charge of your choices and emotions regarding change.
I am NOW inspired to make EVEN MORE changes that will radically affect MY LIFE in wonderful ways!
Care to Join Me?
