It's not easy at times to step out of your comfort zone. But when you do, it is typically a blessing to not only the person in front of you, but to yourself as well.

I have a dog named Dexter. I adopted him from a local shelter, a fearful, skittish rescue. But, there are times I often wonder who rescued who.

So often we feel rushed or stressed. We may be so stuck in our own muck we don't take note that other's may be struggling. Make a conscious decision today to look around you. Reach out in compassion and kindness to someone who may be struggling. Make a positive difference. I know you can.

Welcome to Let Fear Bounce. Motivational and inspirational stories shared by people from around the world who have let fear bounce. I'm also going to throw in some pet stories. Why? Because I like to talk about my dog and you don't want to hear about me all the time!