"Don't fear failure so much that you refuse to try new things. The saddest summary of a life contains three descriptions: could have, might have,
and should have."
-Louis E. Boone
The unknown is a scary place. We fear the unknown because it brings the possibility of failure but how often do we reminisce about a situation and what the outcome could have been had we tried something new? My mom always said that people don't mind trying new things as long as they're exactly like the old ones. Trying new things is important and intricate in the human experience. It's garners growth, creativity, and keeps you from becoming bored. That rut that a lot of us go through is a rut that we've created by staying in our normal mundane routine. Trying new things is our key to getting out of that rut. So where should you start? Well I compiled a list of 5 small things you can do that will allow you to venture into the unknown so read up and go forth young grasshoppers.
1. Start small. Do something that makes you nervous, like going to the movies by yourself or going to dinner alone.
2. Take a class to learn a new skill. Karate maybe or even ballet just sign up for it. Your goal isn't to become an expert you're just trying something new.
3. Hang out with new people. You know that coworker that you always decline when she invites you out, well next time don't decline.
4. Compliment a stranger. It's a great way to start a conversation and everyone likes to be complimented.
5. Volunteer somewhere. First of all you're helping others and you'll get the added advantage of meeting new people.
Trying new things may not always lead to something monumental but it's better than nothing. So get up, get out, and just try something new.
Until next time...XOXO
