Joy Jot #16 Seek Discomfort
In a conversation about skiing with a friend, she expressed that there were three things she didn’t like about skiing.
Lugging all of the gear
Being cold
Feeling out of control and nervous
I totally get these cons to skiing, but somehow, with practice, I don’t mind them anymore.
Last week, I went skiing with my family and I thought about this conversation again. As I was speeding down the hill, I thought about how accepting discomfort — even seeking discomfort pays off in a big way in the skiing realm.
Because I am willing to lug the gear, be cold, and sometimes feel out of control and nervous, I get to…
Be in nature in the winter.
See the snow-flocked trees.
Enjoy the grand blue sky.
Stand on top of mountains.
Have friendly conversations on the lifts.
Feel the soft snow, like butter, beneath my feet.
Go very, very fast.
Last year, I reached outside my comfort zone by creating content for five hours of lectures. I felt discomfort when…
I couldn’t think of anything to say
Spent way too many hours figuring out what to say
Worried no one would like what I had to say
But, by accepting discomfort — even seeking discomfort, I felt…
Proud of myself for doing something new
Taught and lifted others
Became closer to my speaking buddy, my husband. :)
What discomfort could you accept — even seek this year that could pay off in a beautiful way?
You are gifted, unique, and awesome — do it, live it, share it!
You’ve got this!
Have an awesome day!
