Are you eager to jump in and start, or are you afraid of possible negative outcomes?
Many people get scared by just the thought of trying something they’ve never done before. Does this sound familiar? If so, the next time you get nervous about doing something new, remember your “Why,” and remind yourself of the benefits in these 9 positive outcomes.
1. You’ll Discover More About You
How do you know if you don’t try? Once you start doing new things, you’ll discover things about yourself that you never knew before. You may have a hidden talent or a secret interest that can be made into something big.
2. The Humility Bonus
So you try something, and you fall on your face.
Well, in addition to learning something about yourself, you experience some dose of humility!
3. Celebrate Your Accomplishments
When doing something new results in a success, it gives you a reason to celebrate. Any panic or pain you felt during the trial and error will dim in the light of your big win.
4. One Down, More to Come
Once you accomplish one new thing, your confidence grows. You may start with something like learning how to paint. The next thing you know, you are learning a new musical instrument or mastering a new language.
5. You’ll Feel Less Alone
Because you’re not. As you take on something new, you discover that others have also stepped out in similar ways if not with the very same challenge you chose. You’re not alone in this adventure. And you can reach out to others for support and help in your efforts.
6. Excuses Ease
An excuse is often an easy way out. It’s a coping mechanism. Your previous pattern may have had you saying something like, “Oh, I’ll do that next year,” when considering something new. But as you begin to do more new things, you’ll feel less inclined to roll out the excuses.
7. You’ll Gain More Control
It seems paradoxical because you lose control. Doing something new puts you in a vulnerable place—you’re not always sure what will happen and how things will turn out. You’re not 100% in control. But at the same time, losing control in one area, helps you better recognize the things you CAN control.
8. Learning by Doing
Doing something new = learning something new. There’s a world of opportunities, experiences and knowledge waiting to be discovered!
9. You’ll be a Positive Role Model
People are shaped by their responses to life challenges that produce wisdom and valuable experiences for themselves. If you desire to be a positive role model for others (and you should), step up, take on new things and show them how it’s done.
So, the next time you resist doing something new, remember your “Why” for living. And remind yourself of these 9 positive outcomes that can result when you do something new!
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