You guys know my cousin Flick, right? Around her I’ve mentioned once or twice that she is at this moment overseas for 7 months exploring and working in the US and Canada. When she mentioned to me that she was thinking of going, I told her to go for it! Jump, I said. She, gusty she, did. And now on the adventure of a lifetime she is loving it!
Chantelle wrote a little while ago about the fear that gripped her about speaking on a panel at the ProBlogger event. A shy person naturally, warm and gentle, it took bravery and courage to put herself out there like that. And then she did and loved it! She never wanted to get off the stage. I hope she never does.
For me, it was deciding to get married. I was engaged at 20 after knowing Hubby for a mere 6 weeks. Sure it was sort of stupid too. Naive, yes, there was plenty of that. But for someone who thought that getting married was the end of all of life’s adventure it took something else. Bravery. I knew this man was the one for me. As infuriating as he could be. So I had to jump. And 10 years later, I’m glad I did.
So here’s the challenge ladies and gents, today you are going to do something you never thought you would. It may be something small or large. It could be saying yes to something you’ve been afraid to say yes too. Sometimes being brave and saying yes is what it takes to feel great about you. And feeling great about yourself is one of those markers to feeling confident.
So think about it a little, will you tell someone you love them, apply for that dream job or do something like eating at a table in a restaurant without a book or your smart phone. Do something you never thought you would and enjoy every minutes of it! You know, after you finish peeing your pants a little. We’ve got your back, go for it!
Daily Challenge: Do something today you NEVER thought you would.
Hi! I’m Suger; Chief Blogger at Suger Coat It. Blogging since 1901; love a casual ootd, taking photos + writing about things that irk or inspire me. I love wine and cheese, long days in the sun at the beach and spending time with my family. I make stuff for the internet. Which means I take photos, create content, write copy and devise social media plans for personal brands, small businesses and bloggers. You know, living the sweet life.
I’m off the the pre-school management committee tonight. Probably doesn’t sound like much, but I’ve been wanting to go all year, but backed out every time. It just reminds me of school and all those insecurities about whether people will like me, what the cool kids will think etc etc. But I’m going. I will wear a great outfit, some lipstick and look out for anyone else feeling out of their depth. Thanks for the support 🙂
You’re so welcome!! How did it go? I know what you mean about those little things becoming big things. Head up, be brave, we’ve got your back. xo
It was MUCH better than I expected. I found the other scared person and we sat together and when I spoke out about something she supported an visa versa. AND I met a few nice people. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU
I’m sure I would have backed out of this if I hadn’t been ready your series and focused on this part of my life right now.
This is SOOOOO wonderful. Glad it went well. Congratulations! xo
Recently I booked & paid a deposit for a trip to New York next year, eekk, I’m excited & scared all at once!!!
That is SO great! Enjoy, New York is all kinds of amazing. xo
Hey, just stumbled across you thru Naomi’s blog. Your gorgeous & amazing & I love this. . . alot.
I too, hit the parenting jackpot, and have always had a healthy level of self worth, bordering on obnoxious. Hilarious. Just love it all. I have been posting about this through my MB12Bt journey too. Love to ” catch up ” sometime, Niki
Thank you Niki. I’m glad you found me. Enjoy the program! I hear wonderful things, all kinds of wonderful things. I’m sure we’ll catch up at some point. 🙂
Suger your prediction is spot on! Tonight I’m finally, at last, fulfilling a long time want! I’m meeting a couple of girls at Max Brenner’s chocolate heaven, to be taught how to crochet ;~)
Excellent Cherie! Enjoy your meet up. New friends AND new hobbies. Win.
I am wearing a dress today, much shorter than a maxi. Very not my usual
‘Hide under clothes thing’ but here I am. And I love the dress and I feel good <3 I feel brave! Great blog btw, love your work 🙂
Thank you Shirl. Great news about the dress. I love when fashion makes a difference to how you feel.
I wish there was something I could do. I’m stuck at the farm today. I can’t think of anything to do. I’ll watch the comments and see how other people 🙂
Keep the challenge for another day, save it up and remember us when the time comes to be brave!! 😀