There are moments in our lives where routine takes hold, and we are inevitably stuck in the same old rut, just going in circles. We become trapped in an endless cycle of work, or school, or life in general, with no way out, with nothing different to shake things up. No progress, no adventure, and sometimes, no fun.
I am, admittedly, one of those people who loves routine. It's safe, it's comfortable, and I know what to expect. But, sometimes, change is meant to happen. You cannot grow without some sort of change. Sometimes, risks are worth every moment spent agonizing over a decision, big or small, and the reward can be great.
Though I tend to stay within the relative confines of routine, on some occasions, I am gutsy enough to take risks. I typically make the decision, and then spend hours, days, weeks wondering if I made the right choice or why I said yes in the first place. And then, the day comes, and when it is over, I don't know why I worried in the first place. The accomplished feeling washes over me, and I spend the rest of the day happy and content.
The unknown scares me. Failing scares me. For me, taking risks is not only about doing something new, it is also about facing those fears. People have encouraged me to break out of my comfort zone before, and I am slowly learning to do so. And that is why I try to encourage others to do the same. Flip-flopping on a decision? Go for it. Especially if it is something new or exciting. You never know what you may find.
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