“If you don’t move forward, sooner or later you begin to move backward.” – Mikhail Gorbachev
I frequently write about ways to reduce the anxieties of everyday life. And although it may seem a little paradoxical, I believe there is a certain amount of anxiety that comes with being too comfortable.
We all have our Comfort Zones. A behavior, or lifestyle, which allows us to cruise on automatic; never really having to think about what comes next. The problem with comfort zones, is that they’re an easy place to stay. But like Gorbachev stated, there really isn’t such a thing as staying in one place. When we are comfortable with our habits and routines, our desire to meet our goals can start to slip-away at an imperceptible pace. Our wanting for sameness will often drag us into the decay. The funny thing is, we often know this is happening. And that just creates more anxiety. Here’s a simple reminder of how you can stop this process, step outside of your comfort zones, and get on with your personal growth, and a more fulfilling life.
GET UP!
Goal Review: Were they to big? Can you break them down in something more immediately achievable? Maybe it time for some new goals.
Evaluate Your Lifestyle: Take a close look at your daily habits and routines. Are there areas where you can make changes or improvements? Identifying these areas can help you break out of the decay and start making progress.
Talk to friends and family, for their thoughts about what they think you’d like to do or learn. They may have some pretty interesting thoughts.
Upgrade your knowledge: Whether it’s through reading, taking courses, or attending workshops and conferences, learning something new can help stimulate your brain and generate new energy.
Pursue something new: A new exercise routine, hobby, or social activity will break you out of your daily routine.
You may consider posting this phrase somewhere where you can see it daily so that it can remind you to take those first steps.
Thanks for reading. Please like and share!
And remember to take the next step.
Mitch
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