Chances. What are we going to do if we never decide to take them? Constantly hidden behind our potential, constantly held down by fear, and constantly reminded of what could have been. I know it's scary, I totally agree with you. It feels so much safer to just keep doing what you're doing, without even dealing with the unknown. It's simple, just follow the same path that you seem to be comfortable with. There's nothing wrong with that. But, don't you want to see whats out there? What if it's worth it? I realize that I am always fighting myself for not wanting to get out of my comfort zone. All of the opportunities that have passed me by have revolved around one cumulative fear- the fear of failure.
Everyone has their thing, whether it be subjects in school or hobbies or sports. It's what makes us unique. It's something that you enjoy doing, something that makes you feel at home. Do you ever wonder if other kids strive to participate in activities simply for the purpose of gaining knowledge? How many of them actually follow these added desires? Personally, I would hope that it's not an incredibly low number.
I'm here to encourage you to go after everything you want to, even if you fear you won't be good enough. After all, how do you know if you don't try? Just do it, don't even think about it. Your mind is a powerful tool and it can convince you to do anything you want. If you're curious about something, go out and learn more! If you feel that you will be judged, don't let someone other than yourself take control of your actions. I've learned (and I'm still learning) from past experiences that they don't get to be the ones who influence your life. We shouldn't let those people have that kind of power. You'll never know what life has in store for you unless you set out and discover for yourself. Stretch beyond your limits and it's okay if it doesn't work out the way you wanted to. You'll be left with the satisfaction that you went out and did it, for the first time ever! To say the least, go for it!
-N
Everyone has their thing, whether it be subjects in school or hobbies or sports. It's what makes us unique. It's something that you enjoy doing, something that makes you feel at home. Do you ever wonder if other kids strive to participate in activities simply for the purpose of gaining knowledge? How many of them actually follow these added desires? Personally, I would hope that it's not an incredibly low number.
I'm here to encourage you to go after everything you want to, even if you fear you won't be good enough. After all, how do you know if you don't try? Just do it, don't even think about it. Your mind is a powerful tool and it can convince you to do anything you want. If you're curious about something, go out and learn more! If you feel that you will be judged, don't let someone other than yourself take control of your actions. I've learned (and I'm still learning) from past experiences that they don't get to be the ones who influence your life. We shouldn't let those people have that kind of power. You'll never know what life has in store for you unless you set out and discover for yourself. Stretch beyond your limits and it's okay if it doesn't work out the way you wanted to. You'll be left with the satisfaction that you went out and did it, for the first time ever! To say the least, go for it!
-N
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