December 13, 2021

When is the last time you were uncomfortable?

As humans we seek comfort. I remember being at kid and always wanting to eat the same thing. Specifically, I always got the hamburger with ketchup. I am sure that any parent can relate that kids don’t like to try new things, which seems to be the explanation for why so many kids smother everything in ketchup. It’s familiar. It’s safe. Trying something new could be risky, and our instincts tell us to avoid risk.  

But it’s wrong.

In order to live fully, you must be willing to step out of your comfort zone into the unknown.  

Here are a few suggestions for stepping into the unknown:

Start small. Try something new. Take strategic calculated risks to stack small wins, gain momentum, and boost your confidence.

Next time you face a challenge, don’t run from it. Embrace it. There is no better thrill than taking on a difficult task and overcoming a challenge to make progress.

Don’t listen to the naysayers. You are going to have others around you that are trying to pull you back into your safety zone. They will tell you all the reasons why you shouldn’t do something. Don’t listen. It isn’t that they always have ill intentions, but rather, they are fearful and maybe even jealous that you are trying to move forward in life.

Monitor your inner dialog. What are you telling yourself? Are you procrastinating, making excuses, thinking about giving up? Keep a reminder nearby of the reason you started to help you stay committed.

So next time you want to stay comfortable, try eating your meal without ketchup. Growing pains don’t stop when you become an adult, and it is time to see what you will become if you allow yourself to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.

Welcome to the Limitless Podcast with Nathan Jovanelly.  Thanks for tuning in.