How do you feel about getting out of your comfort zone?
Do you feel energized by the thrill of a new adventure?
Do you prefer something that makes you feel safe?
I recently visited the Capilano Suspension Bridge in North Vancouver. I felt called to go there and take photographs because of the word connection.
The bridge stretches 450 feet across and 230 feet above the Capilano River. Imagine being at shoulder height of the Statue of Liberty.
It was only mildly swaying as I crossed the bridge with tripod and camera in hand. I spent some time taking photos of the pond before the suspension bridge was to be lit up with Christmas lights. An hour later I was surprised with the volume of people, back to back, coming across the bridge.
I heard comments from those who found it thrilling and others who couldn’t remember ever feeling so shaken. I was surprised because when I crossed the bridge I didn’t feel nervous, and I’m scared of heights.
But when I crossed back over to the other side it was a completely different experience. Due to the extra volume of people it actually felt like a roller coaster and there was no way you could cross without holding on to the edge.
I went into the mode of just taking the next step, the next step, until I reached the other side.
Looking back it was a great experience, more interesting and fun than if it was safe and steady.
Unfortunately I didn’t get a good night shot of the bridge lit up because it was rocking too much with the camera shutter having to stay open. But it was direct experience with seeing how different conditions affect our need to shore up more confidence.
Changing our lives, doing something different requires us to take risks and get out of our comfort zone. It could be going to a party where you don’t know many people or signing up for a course that you’ve always wanted to take. How about changing careers?
Make a list of all the things you’ve wanted to do but have not done yet due to fear. Choose one thing to take some action with in the next month. Counterbalance any fear with courage.
Even if it feels like a baby step, I encourage you to get out of your own comfort zone.
Feel free to share your story here. It can inspire others to do the same.
Peace and Joy ~
Sheila
xo
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